RUTH M. BUKER

OAKLAND – Ruth Marie (Lawrence) Buker, 95, of Oakland, passed away on Wednesday, October 20, 2021, following a lengthy battle with peripheral vascular disease. Ruth was born on July 28 1926, the daughter of Mabel (Crockett) and Earl Lawrence Sr.

When asked where she grew up, she would proudly say, “I was born and brought right up in Fairfield.” She was one of 12 children and she cherished her relationships with all her siblings and their families. When she was 10 years old, Ruth contracted Polio and was completely paralyzed for some time. With therapy, she eventually regained the use of her legs and her right arm, but had only limited mobility in her left arm for the remainder of her life. This never stopped her from doing anything she wanted to do, though. She adapted to make things work for her, so much that most people didn’t even know she ever had polio.

Ruth attended Fairfield schools and married her late husband, Harold Buker, also of Fairfield, on September 2, 1944. Although they were never able to have any biological children of their own, she would babysit many of her nieces and nephews throughout the years. She had a unique way with children and knew the art of reverse psychology before it was even a thing. Everyone loved “Aunt Ruthy”.

She was like a mother to many, but especially to her great niece, Shannon, who she influenced and raised. From the time of her birth to the time of her death, Ruth nourished those around her with her unconditional love and music.

Music was a big part of her life, both while growing up and into her married life. She sang and played guitar alongside her husband throughout their almost 65 years of marriage. That was what she missed the most when Harold passed away ­– their beautiful music. They wrote many songs together and played in several bands that performed locally when they lived in Connecticut and Maine.

After the passing of her husband in 2009, she moved from Winslow to Oakland with her niece, Shannon, and family. She loved spending time with her grandchildren and was proud of their every achievement. She also began to attend church regularly with her brother, Billy. The day she was baptized eight years ago was one of the happiest moments of her life. Even though she lived the words daily, she did not feel complete until she was properly baptized.

Ruth was predeceased by her husband Harold, her parents, her sisters, Iva Carter, Alma Mower, Priscilla Wing, and Olive Chapman, and her brothers, Norman Lawrence, Floyd Lawrence, Colby Lawrence and Melvin Lawrence.

She is survived by her neice, Shannon (Buker) Bizier, and her husband Jeremiah, of Oakland; her grandchildren, Martina and D. Cash Bizier, of Oakland; her sister Rebecca Clifford, of Shawmut; her brother William Lawrence and his wife Elaine, of Benton, and her brother Earl Lawrence and his wife Carol, of Benton; many nieces and nephews.

Per Ruth’s request, there will be no services other than a graveside service at the Maine Veterans Cemetery, on the Mt. Vernon Road, in Augusta, on Monday, November 29, at 1 p.m.

As a longtime lover of all animals, her wish was to have donations made in her name to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Rd., Waterville, ME 04901, in lieu of flowers.

TODD MORRISSETTE

CHARLESTON, South Carolina – Todd Morrissette, 55, passed away Saturday, November 6, 2021. He was born to Harold and Anita (Audet) Morrissette on February 20, 1966, in Waterville.

Todd’s early education was in Oakland, and he graduated from Presque Isle High School.

After graduating, Todd married his high school sweetheart, Shelly Clark. He served six years in the U.S. Coast Guard. Todd and Shelly returned to Maine and raised their two children, Ryan and Kayle, in Sanford.

Todd’s growing interest in Web creation as a hobby grew, so he put his skills to good use and developed a Web design business, AfterFive By Design.

Todd moved to Charleston, South Carolina, a short time ago.

Todd loved spending time with his family and looked forward to the annual family reunion in Old Orchard Beach.

Todd is survived by his two children, Ryan Morrissette and Kayle Corey; his mother, Anita Morrissette; his brothers, Harold Morrissette Jr., Troy Morrissette and Robert Morrissette; and sister, Jill Robinson; his first wife, Shelly; and his former wife, Melissa, and her son Nick; grandchildren Conor Day and Eliot Morrissette; many nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life was held at the VFW in Old Orchard Beach, on November 21.

JOHN A. BICKFORD SR.

OAKLAND – John A. Bickford Sr., 83, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, November 7, 2021. John was born in Oakland, on August 24, 1938, the son of Harry and Velma (Thomas) Bickford, the tenth of 13 children.

He attended Oakland schools and served in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1956 to 1958. John married the former Jane Knowles on September 3, 1956. He was a carpenter most of his life, working all over the state of Maine, as well as building his own home, which he lived in for the past 50 years. He was also a bus driver for RSU #18 and later worked as a service technician for Maine X-Ray.

John, along with his wife Jane, spent over 30 summers as “seasonals” at Happy Horseshoe Campground, in Lexington, where they enjoyed the company of many friends and family.

He is survived by his wife Jane; sons John Jr, Jimmie and Jerry and his wife Angela; brothers Garey and Lawrence (Christine); sisters Thelma O’Neal, Leatrice (Roger) Grevois and Charlene (Paul) Houle; brother-in-law Robert Knowles; grandson Eric Bickford; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

John was predeceased by a son Jeffrey, his parents, brothers Blynn, Thomas, Kenneth and an infant brother, sisters Berlene, Annie and Lenora.

Per his wishes, there will be no services at this time. A graveside ceremony will be planned for the spring of 2022.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan, Maine 04976.

KENNETH R. BERNARD

WINSLOW – Kenneth R. Bernard, 83, of Winslow, passed away on Wednesday, November 10, 2021, in Augusta. Ken was born in Waterville on August 3, 1938, the son of George and Hilda (Clapprood) Bernard, of Oakland.

He attended school at Williams High School, in Oakland, graduating in 1956. After high school, Ken joined the U.S. Navy, serving a combined total of 23 years of active duty and reserve time and attaining the rank of RMC (E-7). After he was discharged, Ken went to work for an electrical contractor for nine years, having then signed on with New England Telephone; retiring in 1994.

He met the love of his life in the summer of 1962, the former Dorothy M. Braley, of Bangor, and they soon married and enjoyed 59 years together. In 1963 they welcomed a son, Kevin G. Bernard.

Ken was predeceased by his wife, Dorothy in 2021; his son, Kevin in 1986; his parents; and his sister-in-law, Glenna Bernard.

He is survived by his brother, Robert H. Bernard, of Gorham; and sister-in-law, Ernestine; his brother-in-law, David Cole, of Bangor; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Ken was an active member of the Blessed Hope Church, in Waterville. A celebration of his life will be held at the Blessed Hope Church, at 1 p.m., on Friday, December 3.

Arrangements are in the care of Lawry Brothers Funeral and Cremation Care, Fairfield, where memories and condolences may be shared with the family at http://www.lawrybrothers.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Blessed Hope Church, P. O. Box 473, Waterville, ME 04901

RICHARD W. FITZHERBERT

WINSLOW – Richard Woodbury Fitzherbert, 79, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, November 11, 2021. He was born on December 17, 1941, in Hartford, Connecticut.

Dick had many fond memories of his early childhood living with his family and grandmother on the farm in Fort Fairfield.

The family moved to Winslow where Dick attended Winslow schools and graduated in 1959. In high school, he was involved in band, football and baseball. He enjoyed endless hours practicing pitching with his dad catching. His love for the sports continued, and he was an avid Boston Red Sox and New England Patriots fan.

Dick attended Colby College, in Waterville. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and served from 1961 to 1965. After that, he attended Boston University and graduated from Northeastern University, in Boston, Massachusetts, in 1971 with a degree in finance. He worked for the state of Maine in various positions until he retired in 2001.

Dick enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with family and friends at his camp in Chase Stream Township.

He lived for 40 years on Messalonskee Lake, in Sidney, and thoroughly enjoyed the beauty of the lake and feeding the birds.

He recently moved to Goudreau’s Retirement Home, in Winslow, and felt at home with the wonderful staff and residents there. He enjoyed playing cribbage and conversations with his new extended family.

He was predeceased by his parents, William Woodbury Fitzherbert and Dorothy (Hockenhull) Fitzherbert, of Fort Fairfield, Maine, brother-in-law Nick Lanzilotta and nephew Troy Howard.

Dick is survived by his daughters, Deanna (Fitzherbert) Cuculic and Amy Dorothy Fitzherbert, Deanna’s two children, David and John and David‘s fiancée Carolann Kelien; his sister, Linda Howard and her husband Denis, of Belfast., their children Denis II and Tiffany; his sister, Joy Lanzilotta, of Augusta, and her sons William, Jeffrey and Scott; his uncle Mel Fitzherbert and wife Carol; and several cousins.

Interment will be next spring at Riverside cemetery in Fort Fairfield, Maine.

MICHAEL A. LASKEY

WATERVILLE – Michael A. Laskey, 71, of Waterville, passed away on Sunday, November 14, 2021, in Waterville. Michael was born on May 1, 1950, in Dorchester, Massachusetts, a son of Imogene “Anna” D. and Morris A. Laskey.

After his family moved to Maine, he attended Waterville schools, graduating from Waterville High School in 1969. He worked for Jordan Marsh from 1971 to 1975 and at California Paint, Boston, from 1978 to 1984. Michael loved weekend motorcycling trips, the outdoors and had a fishing boat called “The Minnow”, and he particularly loved going for rides in his beloved car, “Labamba”.

He also enjoyed watching the Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins, old movies and going to car restoration shows. Michael was always up for a Sunday picnic at camp.

Michael is survived by his father, Morris Laskey; his brother, Kevin Laskey; and his nephew, Sean Laskey; as well as his very special adopted family, David McGowan, Bunny and Matt.

He was predeceased by his mom, Anna.

Please visit http://www.veilleuxfuneralhome.com to offer your condolences and share fond memories with Michael’s loved ones.

A graveside service will be held on Tuesday November 23, at 11a.m., at Pine Grove Cemetery, in Waterville.

A service of Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home, 8 Elm St., Waterville, Maine 04901. (207) 872-7676.

Donations may be made in Michael’s memory to Humane Society Waterville Area,100 Webb Road, Waterville, Maine 04901.

ROBERT FOSTER

ALBION – Robert Merle Foster, 88, of Albion, passed away suddenly on Saturday, November 13, 2021, at JFK Airport, in New York City. Bob and his wife Marion were traveling to Washington state to visit their grandson, Christopher Walsh.

Bob was born January 19, 1933, in Elizabeth, Pennsylvania, the youngest of Ralph E. and Bessie (Carnahan) Foster’s five children.

He proudly served in the U.S. Army, returned to Pennsylvania and became a skilled carpenter. Bob moved to California in 1965. In 1969, he married Marion Dyer Sinclair, a widow with five children. Together they blended a family of ten. In 1974, they relocated to a farm in Albion. Bob continued to work for himself in carpentry and construction locally and often helped with projects at Benton Falls Church.

Bob was predeceased by his parents and siblings, his son Ralph Foster, daughter Jaylin Scott, grandson Forrest Smith, and son-in-law Edwin Walsh.

He is survived by his wife Marion, of Albion; sons Dan Sinclair (and Kay), of Albion; Robert Foster, of Las Vegas, Nevada; Jim Scott Sinclair, of Columbus, Ohio; Daryn Sinclair, of Waterville; Jeff Sinclair, of Benton; daughters Dawnilyn Walsh, of Benton, Tammy Third, of Guilford (and Barry), Vicki Smith, of Las Vegas, Nevada, and , foster child Ernie Buke of Albion.

Bob enjoyed time spent with his grandchildren, all 24 of them. He was a ‘McGyver’ grandpa, sharing jokes, games, skills, life lessons, and problem solving. More recently, 18 great-grandchildren were his pride and joy.

A memorial service will be held at Benton Falls Church, on December 28.

Contributions in his memory may be sent to the Belfry Fund at Benton Falls Church, c/o Dawnela Sheehan, at 275 Bellsqueeze Road, Benton, ME 04901.

CONSTANCE T. BOLDUC

WATERVILLE – Constance T. Bolduc, 96, of Waterville, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 15, 2021. She was born in Waterville on February 22, 1925, the daughter of the late Romeo and Valeda (Roy) Bolduc.

She graduated from Mount Merici Academy, in Waterville, in 1942. She married her husband of 48 years, Laurier “Pop” Bolduc, on October 18, 1947, and together they raised six children.

Connie was employed at Hollingsworth and Whitney Company, in Winslow, in the accounting department, at the Waterville Morning Sentinel as a correspondent, and at the Boston Avenue School, in Winslow, as a secretary for 18 years. She enthusiastically supported her children’s school and sports activities and was an active participant in the Winslow High School Dollars for Scholars program, and the Athletic Boosters Club. She was a member of the ladies auxiliary for the Bourque-Lannigan American Legion Post #5, in Waterville, and the MacCrillis-Rousseau VFW Post #8835, in Winslow.

Connie’s heart and joy was her family, both immediate and extended. From Saturday night card games with her siblings, their spouses, and her parents, to family celebrations with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, life for her was centered around family. In retirement, among other activities, she enjoyed knitting hats, mittens and scarves for her grand and great-grandchildren and using her tole painting talents to create holiday decorations for family and friends.

Connie was predeceased by her husband Laurier “Pop” Bolduc; brothers, Rev. Roger Bolduc, Gerard Bolduc, and Richard Bolduc; sisters, Virginia Poulin, and Geraldine Quirion; daughter-in-law, Sue Bolduc, and son-in-law, Richard Wallingford Jr.

She is survived by her brother, Phillip Bolduc, of Huntington Beach, California; sisters. Adrian Cyr, of Waterville, Pauline Roderique and husband John, of Sturbridge, Massachusetts; daughters, Nancy Cohn, of Waterville, Elaine Wallingford, of Rockwood; sons, Thomas Bolduc and partner Mary, of South Bristol, James Bolduc and wife Cindy, of Fairbanks, Alaska, Guy Bolduc ,of New Gloucester, and Christopher Bolduc, of Islesboro; eleven grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to attend funeral services to be held on Saturday, December 4, at 11 a.m., at Notre Dame Catholic Church, 112 Silver Street, Waterville, Maine.

Burial services will be held at a later date at the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, in Augusta.

Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home, please visit http://www.VeilleuxFuneralHome.com to view a video tribute and leave your condolences with Connie’s family.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73123.

VIRGINIA E. RICHARDS

BENTON – Virginia E. (Brann) Richards, “Ginny”, 79, passed away on Monday, November 15, 2021, at her home. She was born on March 23, 1942, in Waterville, to Arthur and Regina Brann.

Ginny and her twin sister, Fay, spent most of their time being raised and nurtured by their grandparents, Herbert, and Sarah Ayer (Ma and Pa.).

Ginny was in the last class to graduate from the old Lawrence High School, in Fairfield, in 1960, then went on to further her education in Westbrook and earned her degree in business administration in 1962.

When she returned to Fairfield, she worked in the business office at Keyes Fibre (now Huhtamaki), in Waterville. She later worked for the town of Benton in the office and was a member of the MSAD #49 school board.

She married Merton D. Richards in 1968, and together they raised their two boys, bought their dairy farm, Richards View Farm, and established Merton Richards Inc. She was an amazing woman who always wore her heart on her sleeve. She was a beautiful knitter, amazing cook, pure puzzle artist and lover of her animals.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Merton D Richards; her mother, Regina Goodwin and stepfather, Carl Goodwin; her father, Arthur Brann; her aunt, Virginia Miles and uncle, Gil; her Ma and Pa that she cherished.

Ginny is survived by her children, Brian Richards and his wife Melissa, and Merton Richards Jr. and his wife, Meca; her sister, Fay Daigle; her grandchildren, Benjamin, Randall, Kaitlin, Maurisa, Payton, Braden, and Morgan; her great-grandchildren, Carson, Lydia, William, Jacoby, and Elliot; many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Her last few years she enjoyed spending time with her special dog, Penny, and her cat, Trouble, who always was entertaining by the trouble she could get into.

A celebration of Ginny’s life will be held on Friday, November 26, at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, in Fairfield.

Spring burial will be at Falls Cemetery, in Benton.

Arrangements are in the care of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main St., Fairfield, where condolences may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the website at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Ginny’s memory may be made to Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Road, Waterville, ME 04901.

CONNIE L. CARET

BELGRADE – Connie L. (Nice) Caret, 64, passed away at home on Wednes­day, October 27, 2021. Con­­nie was born October 25,1957, in Akron, Ohio, daughter of Patricia A. (Show) Chapline, of Ohio, and the late Robert G. Nice.

She was the wife of the late Paul G. Caret.

Connie enjoyed horse racing, playing cribbage, Long Pond lake and spending time at the ocean. She also enjoyed scratch tickets. Connie enjoyed visiting Stan Hywet, in Ohio. She also was a talented artist growing up and loved autumn where she’d go to local apple orchards and festively decorate her home in Belgrade.

Connie worked as a substitute teacher in the Messalonskee school system for many years until her retirement. She previously worked as a waitress, bartender and cleaned camps.

She is survived by her two children, Benjimen M. Caret and his girlfriend Jasmine, of Oakland, and Shelby Murphy and her husband Troy, of San Francisco, California; two grandchildren Chassidy and Jamisen; her sisters Ruth Knopf, of Ashland, North Carolina, Pamela Blubaugh, of Wardsworth, Ohio; her two stepsisters, Laura Rhoades and Helen Bonfiglio and stepbrother Dan Rhoades, all of Ohio; as well as many nieces and nephews.

In addition to her father Connie was also predeceased by her stepmother Mary Nice, her sister Bonnie Fitzgerald.

A funeral service was held at Wheeler Funeral Home, 26 Church St. Oakland, on Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2021.

Arrangements are in the care of the Wheeler Funeral Home, 26 Church Street Oakland where condolences may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the website at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com

In lieu of flowers donations in Connie’s memory may be made to the ALS Foundation Als.org/donate

CATHERINE M. TRASK

WINDSOR – Catherine Mae (Morrell) Trask, 92, of Windsor, passed away on Thursday, October 28, 2021. “Kay” was born in Gardiner, on February 5, 1929, the youngest daughter of William H. and Charlotte M. Morrell.S

She attended Gardiner area schools. One of her favorite memories from high school was being part of the marching band.

Kay married the love of her life, Herbert A.N. Trask on July 31, 1948. Together they were blessed with six children, and over the years many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. Family was always very important to Kay, and she welcomed anyone into her home to call her Nana.

Kay was predeceased by her husband, Herb, of 62 years; her parents; several sisters; one brother, and infant grandson Steven Frank Barnes.

She is survived by a son, Tony Trask, and his wife, Kathie, of Windsor; five daughters, Dolly Hood, of Las Vegas, Nevada, Marlena Prescott and husband Bob, of Union, Cindy Trask, of Windsor, Sandy Barnes and husband David, of South China, and Barbie Barnes and husband Chuck, of Windsor.

A family gathering took place on Thursday, November 4, 2021, at her home. A public graveside service will occur in spring of 2022, at Dyer Hill Cemetery, in Windsor.

Arrangements are by Plummer Funeral Home, Windsor Chapel, 983 Ridge Rd., Windsor.Condolences, stories and photos may be shared at http://www.plummerfh.com.

NORMAN R. MICHAUD SR.

ORLAND – Norman R. Michaud Sr., 85, died at his home on Saturday, October 30, 2021, of natural causes. Norman was born on March 13, 1936, in Waterville, to Hector and Bernice Michaud.

Norman married Joan L Lajoie Michaud on June 30, 1956, in Waterville. Together they had four children.

He started his work career working as a foreman for HP Cummins, in Waterville. He then went on to become employed by Scott Paper Co., in Winslow, as a millwright. From Scott Paper Co., he went on to S.D. Warren Fine Papers, in Hinckley, when mill first started operations following the closure of Scott Paper Co., as a heavy equipment supervisor and retired at the age of 57. He then worked for H.T. Winters Flooring Co., in Winslow, for many years, building Rite Aid stores throughout Maine.

Norman is also a lifetime member of the Waterville Elks Lodge #905. Norman was a man of many talents who could do anything he set his mind to. He built his home in Orland from clearing his lot to completing a beautiful home at the age of 68.

He is survived by his son John Michaud, of Clinton, and his daughter Kimberley Gagne and her husband Paul, of New Hampshire; his grandchildren Emily, Jaylyn, Chris, Adam, Jessica, Justin, Jason, and Sam; and many nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Thursday, November 4, 2021, at Notre Dame Catholic Church, 116 Silver Street, Waterville. Burial followed at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, Grove Street, Waterville.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville.

An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com.

RICHARD E. THIBODEAU

WATERVILLE – Richard E. Thibodeau, 89, passed on Monday, November 1, 2021, peacefully in his childhood home. Richard was born in Waterville on February 20, 1932, the son of Arthur E. Thibodeau (former chief of police of Waterville) and Eva (St. Armand) Thibodeau.

He attended schools in Waterville before enlisting in the service.

Richard served in the U.S. Navy for two years before entering into the U.S. Air Force for 20-plus years before he was honorably discharged. Richard enjoyed bowling, family genealogy, sitting on his porch having conversations, walks throughout Waterville collecting treasures, and football games at Waterville Senior High School. Richard especially enjoyed times with his family throughout the summer at his family home and China Lake.

He was predeceased by his parents; sister Carmen, brothers Robert and John.

Richard is survived by his daughters, Nina DiGiantommaso, of Manchester New Hampshire, Gina Thibodeau, of Clarksville, Tennessee, and Yvonne Thibodeau, of Augusta; and brother Bernard Thibodeau and wife Pat Thibodeau, of Waterville; granddaughters Kayla DiGiantommaso, of Derry New Hampshire, Kianna DiGiantommaso, of Manchester New Hampshire, Meagan Winn, of Nashville, Tennessee, and Mariah Murdock and Sarah Thibodeau, both of Farmingdale; and great-granddaughter, Maylee Bowman, of Farmingdale.

There will be no service but military honors were performed on November 9, at Augusta Veterans Memorial Cemetery.

Arrangements by Dan and Scott’s Cremation and Funeral Service, Skowhegan.

JOYCE E. WINEGARDNER

WATERVILLE – Joyce Evangeline Winegardner, 92, passed away on Monday, November 1, 2021. She was the daughter of Roland and Hildred Russell.

Joyce was a member of Bethany Baptist Church, in Skowhegan, for many years and a member of the Smithfield Grange. She enjoyed gardening and spending time with her family. Joyce was supervisor of housekeeping at Pleasant Hill Nursing Home, in Fairfield, before her retirement.

Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, Richard; and her son, Raymond.

She is survived by her sons, Steven Winegardner and Sandra, of Alton, and Bruce Winegardner, of Smithfield; her grandchildren Jenna and Will, Stacy and Devan, Emma and Jay, and Juliet and Sam; and her great-grandchild, Dakota; several nieces.

Funeral services will be held at Smart and Edward Funeral Home, 183 Madison Ave., in Skowhegan, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, November 13, with a burial, at 1 p.m., at the Smithfield Village Cemetery.

You are invited to offer your condolences and share fond memories with the family by visiting Joyce’s guestbook at http://www.smartandedwardsfh.com.

A service of Smart and Edwards Funeral Home, 183 Madison Ave., Skowhegan.

MARIE A. GRAVES

SIDNEY – Marie Alma Higgins Graves, 98, passed away peacefully in her home on Wednesday, November 3, 2021. She was born the daughter of the late Leon A. and Mildred M. (Bragdon) Higgins, on August 21, 1923, in Pittsfield.

She was one of seven children.

She graduated from Maine Central Institute, in Pittsfield, then entered nurses training at Augusta General Hospital where she earned her RN degree. She became a nurse cadet and thought she would have to serve during the war, but the war ended while she was on her honeymoon with her husband of almost 60 years, Donald, who passed away in 2004.

Marie was a nurse at Thayer Hospital, in Waterville, for 35 years. She worked in the maternity, pediatrics, and special procedure departments. During the earlier years while working at Thayer she helped at a clinic that was started by the Farm Bureau Exchange with another nurse and a volunteer doctor for the children of Sidney who couldn’t afford medical treatment. Marie was the town nurse for a while and neighbors would often call her for medical advice. She loved nursing so much that after three months of retiring from Thayer she went to work for the doctors’ offices of Burke and Smith.

Marie was a member of the Augusta Church of the Nazarene. She taught Sunday School, was on the church board, and she led the young people’s group for a number of years. Marie had a strong faith in God and she looked forward to her weekly Bible study with her dear friend Gloria.

Marie loved to sew, in fact she was part of a neighborhood group who made quilts for aids babies. She had what she liked to call her card ministry. She was very faithful to send birthday, anniversary, get well and thinking of you cards whenever she heard of someone who might need one.

She is survived by her son, Gerald Graves and his wife Darlene, of Sidney; her daughters Janie Graves, of Quincy, Massachusetts, and Cynthia Barna, of Sidney; her grandchildren Charles Christianson and his wife Sue, Nathan Christianson and his wife Karen, Juliet Graves and Tyler Kerr and his wife Darcy; several great-grandchildren, Shelby Lyn and Victoria Christianson, and Emmalee and Bruce Kerr; her sister, Maxine Ayers, of Sidney; and several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her granddaughter, Gwendolyn Christianson, her three brothers, Alton, Roland, and Robert Higgins, and by two sisters, Jeanette Walker Fitton and Phyllis Higgins.

There will be a private service held for family.

Arrangements are in the care of Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta, ME 04330.

Condolences, stories, and photos may be shared by visiting http://www.plummerfh.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Nazarene Compassionate Ministries, at the Augusta Church of the Nazarene, 30 Nazarene Dr., Augusta, ME 04330.

GERARD A. POISSONNIER

WINSLOW – Gerard A. Poissonnier, 66, passed away on Friday, October 1, 2021, a victim of the COVID-19 pandemic. Gerard was born April 6, 1955, the only son of Alcide and Gabrielle (Poulin) Poissonnier, in Waterville.

As a youngster, Gerard enjoyed fishing with his parents and sister, playing basketball with his uncle and cousins, and he particularly loved the game of baseball, playing on a local Little League team until his mother’s sudden passing when he was 12 years old.

His mother’s passing was a traumatic event in his life, and he withdrew into the world of books. An avid reader, he carried that passion with him throughout every aspect of his life. His extraordinary intelligence coupled with his ability to consume information quickly contributed to his achievement as a National Merit Scholar.

Gerard attended St. John’s College, in Annapolis, Maryland. While at St. John’s he once again had the opportunity to play baseball, and to engage with the Naval Cadets in a competitive game of chess (another passion). Upon graduation, he returned home to Maine and enrolled in the University of Maine Law School where he made several life-long friends. One of his friends at the University was John Gillis, a student from the Canadian Maritimes who would take Gerard on a fateful road trip to Cape Breton where John would introduce him to his sister, Brenda Gillis. Upon attaining his law degree, Gerard traveled back to Cape Breton to marry the love of his life, Brenda, with whom he celebrated 40 years of marriage on August 21, 2021.

Gerard spent his clerkship with DHHS assisting with preparing the documents for prosecution of child abuse cases. After passing the Bar, his dream was to join the military as a JAG, but his application was rejected due to his poor vision. Still interested in public service, he pursued a career with the State of Maine, with his first full-time position working for the Bureau of Elderly at DHHS. He subsequently worked a short stint at the Dept. of Corrections, worked several years at the Workers’ Compensation Commission, and finally, until his retirement in 2020, worked for Maine Revenue Services.

After his father’s passing in 2000, he found himself wanting to learn more about his father’s military service during World War II, which then developed into an interest in genealogy. At the time of his passing, he had traced his bloodline back to the third and fourth century in Europe, and the times of the legendary King Arthur, which inspired him to write a poem, Cunedda’s Song, the day he became ill with the delta variant of COVID. Among his other interests were the professional sports of baseball, football, and NASCAR.

On a local level, he enjoyed competitive shooting. He also developed an interest in boxing, inspired by his late uncle Jackie Fisher’s time as a boxer in the 1940’s.

In addition to work and his hobbies, Gerard spent his entire adult life dedicated to giving back to his beloved community. He generously gave of his time, support, and contributions to many organizations throughout the years. Among the many organizations in which he volunteered over the years are: the Winslow Lions Club, Bowling for the Blind and Friends of Fort Halifax. Gerard was also a Fourth Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus and more recently he served as the Grand Knight of Council #7300. His interest in his forebears’ long history of military service inspired him to join the VFW, and the Sons of the American Legion, representing the Sons as part of the Color Guard.

Gerard was predeceased by his parents, his stepmother Evelyn (Sherrard) Poissonnier, stepbrother John Whalen, his parents-in-law, sister-in-law Ann Campbell, brothers-in-law John Gillis, Bob North and Bob Campbell, all 18 of his aunts and uncles.

In addition to his wife, Gerard is survived by his sister, Paula Papsis; stepbrothers Grayson (Joan) Whalen, Dennis Whalen, Mike (Diane) Whalen, and Glenn (Sandy) Whalen; sisters-in-law Rita (Ray) Russell, Grace (Len) Neville, Margie North and Margie Borden; nieces Danielle Papsis (Mike Beavers), and Desiree (Steve) Thompson; grand-niece Renee Beavers; several cousins including, Bernard and John Poulin, Celeste Thibeault, Mae Landry, Betty Leung, and many more.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m., Saturday, May 14, 2022, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 26 Monument Street, Winslow, followed by a graveside committal service at St Francis Catholic Cemetery, Grove St., Waterville.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm St., Waterville.

An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Servants of the Blessed Sacrament, 101 Silver St., Waterville, ME, or the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Rd, Waterville, ME 04901.

KEITH A. POIRIER

WINSLOW – Keith “KAP” A. Poirier, 61, passed away on Saturday, October 23, 2021, following a long illness. He was born in Waterville on June 29, 1960, to Dorothy (Ryan) Withee and the late Joseph Poirier.

He graduated from Waterville High School. Keith owned and operated Pine Tree Sealcoating for over 30 years. Keith was the life of the party and will be remembered for his barbeques, his quick wit, his style, and his fun spirit. He enjoyed spending time with his family and attending the many different activities of his nephews and nieces.

Keith was predeceased by his son Zachary.

He is survived by his wife, Johnna; his mother; his siblings and their spouses, Donald; Karen and Larry; Sean and Jennifer; Mark and Maria; Edward and Lina; numerous nephews and nieces.

Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend a funeral mass for KAP, which will be held at St. John Catholic Church, 26 Monument St., Winslow, on Saturday, November 13, beginning at 9 a.m. A graveside service will be held immediately after at St. Francis Cemetery, 78 Grove St., Waterville.

A celebration of KAP’s life will follow at the Forrest J. Pare VFW Post #1285, 51 Water Street, Waterville.

DAVID P. CARPENTER

WATERVILLE – David Paul Carpenter, 64, passed away peacefully at his residence, in Waterville, on Wednesday November 3, 2021, following his two-and-a-half year battle of stage four brain cancer. David was born on October 12, 1957, in Worcester, Massachusetts.

He served in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam era. He loved fishing, riding motorcycles, reading, and spending time with loved ones.

He is remembered by his sisters, Donna Moir, of Kennebunkport, Rachel and her husband David Shea, of North Brookfield, Massachusetts; his brother, Robby Carpenter, of Worcester Massachusetts; his nieces and nephews Jason, Heather, Kathleen and David.

He was predeceased by his mother Lucille Carpenter, his stepfather Red Carlson and brother-in-law, Alan Moir.

A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan ME 04976.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the national coalition for homeless veterans at www.nchv.org.

JENNIE E. ROOD

WATERVILLE – Jennie E. (Noyes) Rood, 93, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, at MaineGeneral Rehab and LTC at Glenridge, in Augusta. Jennie was born in Waterville to William (Pa) and Leola (Corbett) Noyes on July 16, 1928.

She was the third of six children. She grew up on a farm and attended schools in Albion.

Jennie married Harold Rood on August 3, 1946, and a few years later, moved to Waterville. They enjoyed going dancing throughout the years. He would take her once a month out to eat with the Sunshine Club.

She belonged to the Winslow Baptist Church. She also loved going swimming at the Boys Club, and together they were in a bowling league. Family gatherings were very special; to her and all the delicious food she cooked.

Jennie was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Harold who passed away on March 24, 2016; her three sisters, Kathryn, Roberta, and Glenice; her two brothers, William, and Keith; her brothers-in-law, Mel Ireland, John Stuart, and James Mayo; her sister-in-law, Ruth Noyes; her son-in-law, Carly Hodges; her grandson, Eric Rood.

Jeannie is survived by her five children, Nancy Hodges, Susan Rood, Shelley Rood, Kimberly Noyes, and William Rood; her daughter-in-law, Linda; her grandchildren, Karla, Timothy, Jennie Lynn, Aaron, Melissa, Nathan, Devon, and Jared; her 13 great-grandchildren, her sisters-in-law, Mary Lou Noyes, Ellen Rood and her husband, Ben Bolin, Pearl Fuller, and Rosalie Rood; and several nieces, and nephews.

There will be no public services.

Arrangements are in the care of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main St. Fairfield where condolences may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the website at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

IDA L. VARNEY

WATERVILLE – Ida Louise (Gould) Varney, 94, passed away peacefully at Oak Grove Center, in Waterville, on Thursday, September 30, 2021, following a long and well-lived life. Ida was born in Waltham, Massachusetts, on June 1, 1927, the eldest child of James K. and Maude L. (Reynolds) Gould. Shortly thereafter, the family moved to Waterville and four more siblings were born. Ida was educated in Waterville schools, and as the eldest, spent much of her free time caring for her three brothers and sister.

Ida spent more than 20 years at Diamond Match Co., in Oakland, and then nearly another 20 years at C.F. Hathaway Shirt Factory, in Waterville, where her attention to detail brought her to the Sample Room. Her job was to perfectly prepare the shirts for presentation, examining every seam and clipping every stray thread.

She married Silas Daniel Varney on March 4, 1950, and they bought a house on the Nowell Road, in Winslow, known by everyone as “The Farm.” They divorced in 1962.

While Ida never had any children, she took care of all her nieces and nephews from time to time and they adored spending time at The Farm with her, camping at Abnaki Campground, in Canaan, or travelling New England visiting family.

Ida was predeceased by her brothers, James K. Gould, of East Hartford, Connecticut, Burton I. Gould, of Winslow, and Alfred L. Gould, of Waterville.

She is survived by her sister, Mary Veilleux, formerly of Winslow, and currently a resident at Oak Grove Center, in Waterville; two sisters-in-law, Ana Gould, of Elgin, Texas, and Ellen Gould, of Waterville.

There was an interment ceremony on Saturday, October 23, at Pine Grove Cemetery, in Waterville.

GERARD P. FORTIN

SOUTH CHINA – Gerard “Jerry/Gerry” P. Fortin, 86, passed away on Thursday, October 7, 2021, at home. He was born October 26, 1934, in Augusta, to Raynold and Annette (Demers) Fortin.

He graduated from Augusta schools. He worked at McLellan’s Department Store, in Maine and Connecticut, where he met his future wife. He had to get his parent’s permission to marry! They were married October 24, 1955, he could not wait those two days! They celebrated 65 years of marriage last year.

He also worked at Wasson’s A & W, in Augusta, Augusta Supply Co., and retired from Kirschner’s, also in Augusta, after 28 years.

He enjoyed cooking (his coleslaw was the best!), fishing, hunting, woodworking (there were some of his photo/art frames hanging in the Pershing Building (N.Y.C.) in the 80s and 90s.

He was kind of gruff and had strong opinions sometimes, but was loved by all. He had a sense of humor that was his own!

He is survived by his children: Joan (Tim) Chaffee, of Clinton, Audrey and Pepper Fortin, of South China, Neal (Stacy) Fortin, of Riverside, California; grandchildren: Cheslie (Eric) Kaherl, of Winthrop. Elizabeth (Xavier) Fonseca, of Ontario, California; great-grandchildren, Katie, Jessica and Michael Kaherl, Winthrop, Anne Fonseca, of Ontario, California; several nieces and nephews; cousin, Jeanette Michaud, of Augusta, and South West Harbor; cousin-in-law, Kermit (Sandi) Staples, Connor TWP.

He was predeceased by sister, Cecile Chaisson.

Burial will be held on Sunday, November 7, at 1 p.m., at the China Village Cemetery, 148 Neck Road, China.

TERRI CRAFT

FAIRFIELD – Terri “Lindy” Craft, 60, passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021, following a courageous battle with liver disease. She was born on February 4, 1961, to Elizabeth Shirley Lyons Tuckson, in Hartland.

After graduating from Skowhegan High School in 1979, Terri joined the United States Navy. She also worked as a CRMA in the healthcare field for many years and worked at MBNA, in Belfast, in customer satisfaction.

Terri cherished the time she spent with her family. She was a loving and proud mother and grammy and she loved attending and supporting anything in which her children or grandchildren were involved. Terri loved baking, knitting, singing, shopping, trying new things, and making memories with family and friends. She will be remembered as being selfless, kind, and loving — but also as a great cook. The ocean was one of her favorite places as the sound of the waves and smell of the ocean air brought her peace. She was an active member of New Beginnings Church and loved Jesus.

Terri is survived by her children, Jessica A. Young, of Lewiston, Rebecca M. Damron and her husband Jesse, of Benton, and Christopher M. Chrysler, of Wells; her brothers Wayne Tuckson, Eric Hussey, and Peer J.; and her sisters Tammy Smoleroff and Billie Perkins; her grandchildren, Kiera-Caley and Kelsey Young, Ayanna Souimaniphanh, Justise, Cadance, Eliya and Jayce Damron; many nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her grandson, Dominic Chrysler.

Terri’s graveside service will be held at the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 163 Mount Vernon Rd., Augusta, on Monday, November 1, at noon. There will be a celebration of her life immediately following graveside services at New Beginnings Church, 392 Main St., Waterville. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited.

Donations can be sent to Lawry Brothers Funeral Home at the address below.

Arrangements are in the care of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main St., Fairfield, where memories may be shared, and an online register book signed by visiting http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

Flowers can be sent to New Beginnings Church at the address above, or in lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the family to assist with the cost of funeral expenses.

EDWARD O. GREENE

WATERVILLE – Edward Omar Greene, 96, of Waterville, passed on Wednesday, October 13, 2021. He was born May 5, 1925, in Benton, the son of Kleber and Madelyn Greene.

Edward was predeceased by his wife Edith Greene, and son Wayne Greene, siblings Arthur Greene, Ethel (Greene) King; and several other nieces, nephews and cousins.

Ed is survived by a family that adored him to include daughter Heidi Montuori, and husband John, daughter Nancy Waraskevich; grandchildren Joey Waraskevich, Jared Waraskevich, John Montuori III, Amanda Montuori, Jason Greene, Casey Greene; great-grandchildren, Riley Waraskevich, Harper Waraskevich and Elanor Greene.

Edward’s work ethic was second only to his dedication to his family. He was employed for many years by Waterville Senior High School in maintenance and security. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend. His interests included automobiles and airplanes.

Edward, “Ed”, “Eddie”, “Dad”, “Grampy”, “Pop Pop” loved life and everyone he encountered. He saw the good in everyone and was always quick to strike up a conversation. His gift of “gab” is a proud trait passed down to many of his family.

A private memorial service for the family was held on October 23.

Arrangements made by Dan And Scott Adams Cremation, Skowhegan. In lieu of flowers, a donation can be made in Ed’s name to the: SMA Foundation atsmafoundation.org.

PEARLIE WEBB

CLINTON – Pearlie “Marie” (Gray) Webb, 94, peacefully passed away on Thursday, October 14, 2021. She was born in Stonington on April 26, 1927, and was the seventh of nine children in James W. Gray Sr. and Sadie “Kathleen” (Cleveland) Gray’s family.

She attended Stonington schools until her freshman year, at which time she left school to care for her mother and younger siblings while her mother underwent cancer treatment. She later received her G.E.D the same year that her daughter graduated high school.

Marie worked as a waitress before meeting the handsome widower, Russell A. Webb, of Oceanville. They were married on September 21, 1952, at the Church on the Hill, on Deer Isle. With this marriage she gained two stepsons, Wallace H. and David H. The following year, their daughter Joan W. was born.

For several years Marie traveled across New England with Russell as he worked as an electrician. In 1959 they purchased a home in Clinton and settled down. Her home was filled with homemade meals and desserts which were shared with others in the community who were without families or facing difficulties. She was positive, independent, and progressive in her thoughts and deeds throughout her life.

She was a member of the Brown Memorial Methodist Church for 62 years and took on many roles. First as a Sunday school and vacation bible school teacher, assisting with events at the church and the food booth at the Clinton Lions Club Fair. She ran the thrift shop at the church for many years. Marie proudly held her position at the Candy Cane Christmas fair overseeing “Grannie’s Attic”. She was the official carrot peeler for the turkey pie suppers held by the church. A longtime member of the Methodist Women’s Group. She was also a member of the Clinton Senior Citizens Group and attended meetings of the Clinton Historical Society.

Marie supplemented the family income by sewing and had a knack for tailoring garments to fit perfectly. She made her daughter’s school clothing every year and there was always a new nightgown to wear Christmas Eve. She taught her sewing skills in the Extension group when first moving to Clinton. She was a knitter, and crafter/artist in multiple mediums. She spent sunny days maintaining her flowerbeds and property.

She loved the Wednesday soup and lunch day held at the United Methodist Church prior to Covid.

She was predeceased by her parents, husband Russell in 2003, stepson, Wallace and his wife Margaret, step-grandchild, Scott D. Webb, brothers Guy, James Jr., Gordon, Alton, Carroll, and Everett “Boog” Gray, and sister Norma Andrews.

Marie is survived by her daughter, Joan W. Bryson (Michael); stepson, David H. Webb; step-grandchildren Louise Chapman (Calvin), Michael Webb (Debbie) and Lisa Woodside (Jeff), David R. Webb; brother, Lyle (Terry) Gray; sister-in-law Elizabeth Gray.

Her graveside service and burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery, on Oceanville Road, at 2 p.m., on Thursday, October 28. An online guestbook may be signed, and memories shared at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com

Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral and Cremation Care, 107 Main St., Fairfield.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a memorial donation to the Brown Memorial United Methodist Church, Box 58, Clinton, ME 04927, or the Clinton Fire and Rescue Department, in care of Clinton Town Office, 27 Baker St., Clinton, ME 04927.

WARREN G. HUNT

Warren G. Hunt, 79, of South China, formerly of Wakefield Massachusetts, passed away on Monday, October 18, 2021. Warren was born in Medford, Massachusetts, the son of the late Mildred (Jones) Huntand, and was raised in Wakefield, Massachusetts.

He was a graduate of School Of St. Philip-Neri Boston and then attended Boston University. Warren was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corp where he believed Parris Island and the Corp shaped his life tremendously.

Mr. Hunt’s career spanned 35 years with the Lahey Clinic Medical Center. His career began when the hospital was in the city of Boston. He was heavily involved with the transformation and relocation of the hospital to its then new location on Mall Rd., in Burlington, Massachusetts. After years of day to day operations and expansions at Burlington, Mr. Hunt was assigned to his most recognized achievement for the organization. He created and developed Lahey Clinic Northshore, Peabody, Massachusetts.

After years of managing day to day operations and expansions at the Peabody location, Mr. Hunt retired in 2004 as Senior Vice President of the Lahey Clinic Organization. His contribution to Lahey Clinics success was recognized when he was named a member of the Emeritus Staff.

Warren is the father of Mark W. Hunt and Jennifer, of Colebrook, New Hampshire, and Alysia and Chip Farrington, of China; grandfather of Madyx Kennedy and Sarah Hunt; brother of Richard Hunt and Carol, of Littleton, New Hampshire, Dr. Donald J. Hunt, of St. Johnsbury, Vermont, Kenneth Hunt, of North Reading, Massachusetts, and the late Rosemary Hunt, David Hunt and Walter Hunt; many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to gather and share his memories in the Barile Family Funeral Home, 482 Main St., (RT28) Stoneham, Massachusetts, on Friday October 29, 2021, from 4 to 8 p.m. Parking attendants and elevator available. Interment is private.

Please consider donations in memory of Warren to Lahey Clinic, 41 Mall Road Burlington, MA 01805.

RICHARD E. FLICK

VASSALBORO – Richard Edward Flick Sr., 87, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, October 19, 2021. Richard was born in Westbrook on October 4, 1934, the son of Samuel and Mary Flick.

Richard attended Greely High School where he played several sports. Richard entered the U.S. Army of which he made a career. He attended many military colleges and received several degrees and honors. The highest honor he received was receiving the rank of lieutenant colonel.

Richard enjoyed many things in life. He enjoyed doing jigsaw puzzles, watching UMaine and Army sport teams, and could give you directions to anywhere in the state, from anywhere in the state.

Richard was an avid hunter and fisherman. He also could not resist going to the casinos.

Richard was predeceased by his parents, Samuel and Mary, brother, Samuel Flick Jr., sister, June Greer, and a daughter, Gail Ann Banarer.

He is survived by his wife, Carol; sons, Richard Flick Jr. and Esther, of South Paris, Daniel Flick, of Naples, Thunder Flick and Brenda, of Arundel, Timothy Flick, of Windham; step-son, Craig Glueck; step-daughter, Lauren Glueck; and son-in-law, Robert Banrer; several grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

A graveside service was held on Wednesday, October 27, at the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 163 Mt. Vernon Road, Augusta, ME 04330.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home.

An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Richards honor to The Wounded Warrior Project, http://www.support.woundedwarriorproject.org.

JEAN A. GAUTHIER

WINSLOW – Jean Ann Gauthier, 66, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at home. Born in Waterville on June 18, 1955, Jean was the daughter of the late Alphie and Juliette Gauthier.

She graduated from Waterville High School and attended Thomas College, inWaterville. Jean was a dedicated employee at MaineGeneral Medical Center for 40 years. Beginning as a cafeteria employee, she worked her way up to Director of Food and Nutrition. She was responsible for implementing the “Room Service Program”. She was well respected by her fellow workers.

Jean was a big sports fan, especially the Boston teams. She was loved by her very close friends and loved her monthly dinner dates with “the girls”. She was a communicant and Eucharistic Minister for Corpus Christi Parish, in Waterville.

Jean was a selfless person, always putting other people’s needs above hers. She will be missed dearly by all who knew her.

She is survived by her sisters, Alice Russell and husband Dan, and Fay Gauthier; her brother, Alan Gauthier and wife Robbin; nieces Liane Norsworthy and husband Travis, and Jessica and husband Mark; her three great-nephews and one-great niece; several aunts and cousins.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, October 23, at Notre Dame Church, in Waterville. Burial was immediately following at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, in Waterville.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home, please visit http://www.veilleuxfuneralhome.com to share your memories and condolences with Jean’s family.

In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the MaineGeneral Harold Alfond Center for Cancer.

THERESA A. LECLERC

WATERVILLE – Theresa D. Leclerc, 78, passed away on Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at her home. She was born in Waterville to the late Fredrick and Christine (Rancourt) Berard on July 23, 1943.

Theresa attended grade schools in Waterville and graduated high school from Mount Merici Academy, in Waterville, in 1961. She worked briefly at C.F. Hathaway Shirt Factory, in Waterville, before beginning her career and working her way up to management at New England Telephone Company, where she worked for 36 years, until her retirement in 1997. During this time, Theresa met and married Marc Leclerc, of Lac Etchemin, Québec, Canada, in February 1965, and had two daughters.

They enjoyed a full life together and enjoyed each other’s company. In their earlier years, they attended many hockey games, played cards; especially cribbage and loved to socialize with family and their friends.

Family meant everything to Theresa. She grew up in a loving family with three younger brothers. They enjoyed going on camping trips, family outings and shared lots of laughs together. She was an avid reader and volunteered with the Maine Literary Program, teaching adults to read. She loved listening to a variety of music to relax and unwind from the Bee Gees and John Denver to André Bocelli and James Brown. She was also involved with the Catholic Church as a Eucharistic Minister and Lector at St. Francis de Sales Church, in Waterville.

Theresa is survived by her husband Marc; her two daughters and their spouses, Lisa and Rodney Scruggs, of Maryland, and Colette and Robert Rugg, of Connecticut; three grandchildren Laura Scruggs, Natalie Rugg and Olivia Rugg; brothers Fredrick C. “Butch” Berard Jr. and sister-in-law Jean, of Oakland, Jerome “Jerry” Berard and sister-in-law Marie, of Fairfield, and Robert “Bobby” Berard, of Freeport; many, cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

Theresa loved her Leclerc family dearly. Hercules and Laura (Gosselin) Leclerc were blessed with nine children: four girls and five boys. She is survived by her sisters-in-law, Colette and Migonne “Mimi” and her brother-in-law, Gaston.

She was predeceased by Migonne, Solange, Marcel, Evon and Claude.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, at Notre Dame Catholic Church, Silver Street, in Waterville.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home and Cremation Service; 8 Elm Street, Waterville. Please visit http://www.veilleuxfuneralhome to share condolences with Theresa’s family.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Theresa’s name may be made to the Greater New England MS Society, http://www. nationalms society.org/Chapters/MAM/Donate or The Harold Alfond Center for Cancer Care, http://www.give.mainegeneral.org/2020-redesign/2020-ways-to-give—make-a-gift.

BASIL B. BARNES SR.

ALBION – Basil B. Barnes Sr., 76, of Albion, passed away on Thursday, October 21, 2021, at MaineGeneral Medical Center, in Augusta. He was born in Freedom on April 10, 1945, the son of the late Gardner C. and Verda (Bailey) Barnes.

He was born just a half mile from where he began his lifelong journey as a dairy farmer in Albion.

Basil was a self-taught businessman. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing; a true woodsman that knew his way through the forest. He was a very skilled cribbage player, and would often comment, “sit right down here, I won’t charge you extra for the lesson.”

Basil could put a smile on anyone’s face. He loved his grandchildren very much. He taught them how to run tractors, and equipment, and how to stack hay bales and firewood. And oh, how he loved to take them fishing. “But Grampy, I didn’t catch any,” they would say, and he would tell them, “You’re holding your mouth wrong.” Basil’s jokes and pokes were well known by all his closest family and friends.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, Gardner M. Barnes.

Basil is survived by his sons, Basil B. Barnes Jr. and his wife, Jennie, and Ricky A. Barnes and his wife, Dawn; his companion of 27 years, Marvel Hutchings; his aunts, Rena Harding, and Natalie Coro; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren.

A graveside service was held on Wednesday, October 27, at Maple Grove Cemetery, in Albion, with Pastor Brad Taylor officiating.

Arrangements are in the care of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main St., Fairfield where condolences may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the website at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Basil’s memory to Albion Christian Church Burial Fund, to help those who have lost a loved one.

BEVERLY MAHEU

CHINA VILLAGE – Beverly (Bragdon) Maheu, 92, passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2021, in her home. She was born on April 9, 1929, the daughter of Kenneth and Dorothy Bragdon.

She is survived by her children, James K. Allen (Ginny), of Winslow, Mary Margo Allen, of China Village; stepchildren Lyn (Judy), Leanne( Terry), Lee; step-daughter-in-law, Becky Maheu; seven grandchildren, Benjamin, James (Yuko), Andrea (Jason), Stephanie (Arne) Brandie, Nathan (Kerry) and Spencer; several great-grandchildren; and niece Kim; and nephew Jay.

She was predeceased by her parents, husband Larry, stepson Lance Maheu and sister Margaret Shoemaker.

At her request there will be no service.

Memorial donations may be made to the China Food Pantry at 1320 Lakeview Dr., China, ME 04926.

SALVATORE D. CRISCI

AUGUSTA – Salvatore Dominic Crisci, 78, of Augusta, passed away Sunday, September 5, 2021, in Augusta, due to complications from pancreatic cancer. Sal Crisci was born in New Haven, Connecticut, to Dominic and Margaret (DeMarzo) Crisci.

He attended the University Hart School of Music. Was a band leader of the Staccato Five and was called “Satch”. He served in the Army National Guard and was honorably discharged in 1968.

Sal taught and played music in Connecticut and moved to Maine in 1978 where he continued to teach music. Then worked for 28 years as a social worker in Maine. He had an amazing rapport with children serving as a cub master, martial arts teacher, having attained his black belt in 1996 at United Martial Arts Academies training and teaching for over 25 years. He was very proud of his 100 gallon donation mark receiving a special Gold Medal Pin award from the Red Cross.

A devout Catholic, he served St. Michael’s Parish as a Lector for many years.

His nickname “Captain Calzone” came from a family business started in the early ‘80s serving Italian style fried dough and special Crisci Calzones. It grew and expanded over the years to include a restaurant run by his wife Lenann called La Casa and hundreds of fairs, concerts and venues served by the infamous red, white and blue food trailer. The entire family worked in the food truck and trailer over the years bringing smiles to faces of the young and old alike.

Sal enjoyed traveling with his wife and family. His favorite spot was the island of Aruba, where he visited for over 30 years, inviting family and friends to share in his island paradise.

Sal had an inspiring sense of humor and brought smiles to everyone he encountered. His positivity and indomitable spirit left an impact on anyone that crossed his path. He was a very special husband, father, friend, teacher, mentor and human being and will be severely missed by innumerable folks.

He is survived by his wife Lenann of 56 years, (daughter of Constanzio Belmonte and Rosamand Martone); his children, son Brent Joseph Crisci; and daughters Lynn Julian Crisci and Brien Rose Crisci; grandchildren, Alexander Crisci-Hersom, Savannah Brann Crisci, and J.J. Kilduff Crisci; his sister, Marie Crisci Burleigh; daughter-in-law, Rebecca Yohn Crisci, and sons-in-law, Doug Julian and David Iverson.

A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Tuesday, September 14 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 12 Summer St., Hallowell, with burial following at Riverside Cemetery, in Pittston.

Condolences, stories and photos may be shared by visiting http://www.plummerfh.com.

HELEN WALDRON

WHITEFIELD – Helen Waldron, 74, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 22, 2021, in her home. She was born on December 28, 1946, to John and Margaret ( Ahearn) Short, in Hallowell.

She graduated from Hall Dale High School and joined the U.S. Army. She served her country proudly and when she was discharged, went to work for the State of Maine for many years. She was active with the VFW, American Legion, and the honor guard.

She enjoyed her arts and crafts, going to bingo, and the casinos, shopping trips with her sister Mary and watching Hallmark movies.

She took Mary’s death extremely hard and when her husband Len got sick, she convinced him to start watching the movies with her and that’s how they spent their time together as she took care of him until he passed away on August 25.

She had a heart of gold and loved everyone especially her grandson Jeromy Cyr and wife Denise and their children Dominic and Kole and her ” girls”, nieces Tammy, Paula, and Kodi. She was so happy when Emily and Marissa were born. She called them her Angels from above.

She was predeceased by her parents John and Margaret ( Ahearn) Short, her brother-in-law Max Harcourt, sister Diane Short, sisters and their husbands Geraldine and husband John Thomas and Mary and husband Edwin Emerson, nephews Alex Cummings and Peter Leach, and husbands Richard Cyr, Roland Wyman, and Leonard Waldron.

She is survived by her three boys, Anthony Wyman and wife Melanie, Vince Cyr and wife Wanda and, Vance Cyr and wife Natalie; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; Uncle Floyd and wife Merleen; and sisters and brothers, Irene Harcourt, Donna Saums and husband Glenn, Jackie Dubord, Patrick, and wife Shinna, Harold and partner Sue, Bruce, and wife Lynn, and Matt Short; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Her services will be held at 163 Mt. Vernon Road, Augusta, Maine Veteran’s Cemetery on Oct. 20, 2021 at 1p.m.There will be a celebration of life held at American Legion Post 205 located at 396 Eastern Ave., Augusta, directly after service.

ROBERT W. CUNNINGHAM

SIDNEY- Robert W Cunningham, 89, passed away on Wednesday, September 29, 2021, comfortably at home. He was born in Windsor, on May 23, 1932, to Montie and Marguerite (Rainey) Cunningham.

After school Robert joined the U.S. Army from October 1949 to October 1952, in the 27th infantry regiment. He was stationed in Korea for 18 months where he faced combat on the front lines. Robert was issued the Korean service medal with five bronze service stars, combat infantry badge, and unit emblem.

After the Army he went right into the workforce, if he wasn’t working, he wasn’t happy. He spent time as a truck driver, as well as a mechanic, but most of all he was known for being a jack of all trades.

Robert was a long-time member of the American Legion, as well as the Moose Lodge in Florida. He will be remembered as a hardworking man, who enjoyed helping people, and doing anything he could for anyone.

He was predeceased by his parents; his wife; one sister; and three brothers.

Robert is survived by two sons, David, Doug and his wife Patricia; special friend, Elaine Brochu; four sisters; one brother; many grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and great-great grandchildren.

There will be a celebration of life scheduled for Saturday, October 23, 2021, 1 p.m., at the South China Legion Hall.

CECILIA DOE

WATERVILLE – Cecilia (Dube) Doe, 89, of Waterville, and formerly of West Gardiner, died Saturday, September 30, 2021, at her home. She was born in Green River, New Brunswick, Canada, on May 11, 1932, the daughter of Felix and Albertine (St. Amond) Dube.

Cecilia was the wife of Benjamin Doe with whom she loved to travel and go out dancing. Cecilia also was an avid gardener known for her beautiful landscape and took part in the tour of Gardiner’s Garden club. Cecilia loved friends and family and was a hairdresser out of her home in Winslow for over 20 years.

If you knew Cecilia you knew she loved to enjoy life. She was a member of the Le Club Calumet, in Augusta, as well as many dance groups over the years. She lived to entertain.

She was predeceased by her parents, Felix and Albertine Dube; four brothers; one sister.

Cecilia is survived by her husband Benjamin Doe, of Waterville; her daughter Barbara Spaulding and her husband Gerald Spaulding, of Freedom; her son Michael Bellefleur and lifelong partner Janice Rubin, of Arizona; stepdaughter, Cindy Liebold and husband Steve Liebold, of New Hampshire; stepdaughter, Karen Ringer, of Hallowell; stepsons, Steve Doe and wife Holly Doe, of New Hampshire and Brian Doe and wife Julia Doe, of Florida; 17 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; two sisters, Doris Vaillancourt, of Montreal, Québec, Canada, and Anita Blackman, of New Brunswick, Canada; two sisters-in-law, Emily Atkinson, of Waterville and Kay Ericson, of Massachusetts and many nieces and nephews.

A private family burial will be held in the Cherry Hill Cemetery in West Gardiner.

Arrangements are entrusted with Staples Funeral Home and Cremation Care, 53 Brunswick Avenue, Gardiner, Maine.

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the Staples Funeral Home website: http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com

BEVERLY MAHEU

CHINA VILLAGE – Beverly (Bragdon) Maheu, 92, passed away on Saturday, October 2, 2021, in her home. She was born on April 9, 1929, the daughter of Kenneth and Dorothy Bragdon.

She is survived by her children, James K. Allen (Ginny), of Winslow, Mary Margo Allen, of China Village; stepchildren Lyn (Judy), Leanne( Terry), Lee; step-daughter-in-law, Becky Maheu; seven grandchildren, James (Yuko), Andrea (Jason), Stephanie (Arne) Brandie, Nathan (Kerry) and Spencer; several great-grandchildren; and niece Kim; and nephew Jay.

She was predeceased by her parents, husband Larry, stepson Lance Maheu and sister Margaret Shoemaker.

At her request there will be no service.

Memorial donations may be made to the China Food Pantry at 1320 Lakeview Dr., China, ME 04926.

WARREN E. MANTER

SIDNEY – Warren Edward Manter, 91, of Sidney, Maine and Byfield, Massachusetts. passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021. Warren was born on October 24, 1929, in Sidney, to Seldon and Inez (Chase) Manter, the youngest of four boys, and older brother to sister Ruby.

Growing up on the farm, Warren learned work at a young age, handling barn chores before and after school, helping tutor other students in a trigonometry class he requested be offered at Williams High School, in Oakland.

After graduating Valedictorian from Williams in 1947, Warren left Maine for the promise of a lucrative career at the GE Plant, in Lynn, Masachusetts . It was on a road in Saugus that Warren picked up the love of his life, walking shoeless down the road. After only a short time working in the large plant, Warren knew he had bigger aspirations as he was planning a life with his fiancée Iva Walls. He began tinkering on trucks and equipment, eventually finding steady trucking work with life-long friend Roy Bacon. Warren and Iva were married in 1950 and welcomed their first son Dale a year later.

In 1958, as Warren and Iva prepared to welcome their first daughter, Cindy, Warren decided to branch out on his own and hauled his first load of gravel under his new company, Warren E. Manter Co., Inc. in Saugus, Mass. Warren soon added another truck and then a backhoe and cable excavator to his fleet.

Warren and Iva purchased Fatherland Farms in Byfield, Massachusetts. He was very involved in his communities serving on numerous boards and committees. Warren was appointed by friend and Governor Francis Sargent to the Massachusetts Aeronautics Commission where he served from 1970 until the commission expired in 1975. Warren served on the Board of Directors for Saugus Bank and Trust starting in the early 1970s. In the ‘90s early 2000s Warren served on the Recreation Committee for the Town of Newbury, where a youth recreation field complex on Central Street was named in his honor. He was a Mason and a member of the Lions Club and Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association.

Warren also loved to fly, like both his older brothers. He started flying to get a leg up in business, being able to fly bids into cities a few hours away or chase down parts to keep his equipment running. Warren became a well-respected and accomplished pilot, leading to his appointment to the commission as well as being requested to fly Governor Sargent on numerous occasions. Warren, now in his 80s continued to work at his company and live independently, close to his family as he always had. Into his early 90s Warren was still active in his company and building spec houses in a development he had started in the 1970s in Oakland. Warren was predeceased by his wife Iva; brothers Willis, Donald, and George; son-in-law Dean Wade.

Warren is survived by his sons Dale and wife Margaret (Peggy) Manter, Ed and wife Ann Manter, and Barry and wife Jeanie Manter; daughters Cindy Wade and Diane Manter; grandchildren Eddie and wife Jen Manter, Kelly McFadden, Wendy Manter, Tim Wade, Matt and wife Abby Manter, Chris and wife Jen Wade, Catie and husband Chris Perry, Stacey and husband Steve Zubiel, and Jackson Manter; 14 great-grandchildren; and sister Ruby Easton.

Visiting hours will be held at Wheeler’s Funeral Home, 26 Church St., Oakland, on Thursday, Oct. 14 from 5 – 8 p.m. and again on Friday, Oct. 15 from 10 a.m. – noon. Interment will take place at the Sawtelle Cemetery, on the Pond Road, in Sidney, immediately following on Oct. 15.

The family requests that anyone in attendance at the services follow all current health recommendations.

Arrangements are in the care of the Wheeler Funeral Home, 26 Church St. Oakland, where condolences may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the website at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Barbara Bush Children’s Center or The Children’s Tumor Foundation or any local program that helps bring a smile to a young child

DEBRA ANN FOSS

WATERVILLE – Debra Ann (Bragdon) Foss, 64, of Waterville, passed away on Wednesday, August 15, 2021, at her home. She was born in Presque Isle on September 27, 1956, to Phyllis Bragdon.

She attended Waterville High school and graduated years later with a G.E.D. on June 12, 1991.

She loved watching horror movies, spending time with family and friends while playing cards, enjoying a drink and a smoke.

Debra is survived by her son, Tobby Bragdon and wife, Cheryl; daughter, Stacy Foss, daughter, Casey Gallant and husband, Donald; son, Coby Foss and Crissy; 12 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren; her siblings, Belinda Bashaw and husband Robert, Michael Masse, Pauline Clark and husband, Robert, Paulette Fernand and husband Wilber, Joseph Gagnon and wife, Theresa and her boyfriend, Carl (Russ) Bragg.

A small service and burial will be held at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, 78 Grove St, Waterville, on Saturday, October 16, 2021, at 10 a.m.

SHAWN A. WITHEE SR.

CHARLESTON, Arkansas – Shawn Allen Withee Sr., 52, of Charleston, Arkansas, passed away on Monday August 30, 2021. Shawn was born in Waterville, the youngest son of Richard Withee, and Nora Foster (Booker).

He attended school in Clinton and Fairfield, graduating from Lawrence High School, in Fairfield, in 1987. Shawn’s jobs included truck driving, auto mechanics, and many other things. Shawn had four children.

Shawn’s hobbies included auto mechanics, riding his motorcycles, spending time with his dogs, and making everyone he ever came in contact with laugh. His mother always said he missed his calling to become a stand up comedian, and everyone that has ever met him would agree. Shawn had a great sense of humor, quick wit and was not easily offended, phone calls could go on for hours and frequently did. Shawn had a kind and caring heart and spirit that touched all.

Shawn was predeceased by his father, Richard Withee.

Shawn is survived by his mother, Nora Foster, of Canaan; stepfather, Alfred Huff, of Hartland; daughter, Tori Wreck, of Lincoln, Illinois; sons Shawn Withee Jr., of Scarborough, Nathan Withee, of Oakland, Nicholas Withee, of Oakland; brother, Lee Withee, of Charleston, Arkansas; brother John Withee, of Georgia; sisters Stacy Hamlin, of Fairfield and Jennifer Vear, of Canaan; several grandchildren; nieces, nephews; and cousins.

There will be a celebration of life at Forrest Hills Cemetery, in Madison, on June 4, 2022, at 11 a.m. where Shawn will be laid to rest. There will be a gathering after, at Lisa, and Lenny Cowan’s home, at 83 Old Point Rd., in Madison.

PAUL D. FERRIS

CROFTON, Maryland – Paul David Ferris, 75, passed away on Sunday, December 22, 2020. Paul was born in Waterville where he spent his childhood. He was one of five children raised by his parents, Joseph and Sadie Ferris.

As a young boy, he spent most of his time in a small home in the Lebanese community known as Head’a Falls, taking care of, and going to daily Maronite Mass with his grandmother, Jamilie Thomas, an immigrant of Lebanon who left a lasting imprint on Paul’s life.

Paul was an intellectual and a man of faith, joining the Maronite Seminary, in Washington, D.C., after attending college at Notre Dame University, in South Bend, Indiana. He left the seminary to have a family and met his future wife, Deborah Padua, at Catholic University, in Washington, DC, from where he graduated. They had two children, Joseph and Jamillia. Paul settled with his family in Crofton, Maryland, where he was an involved member of the community and the local Catholic church. He raised his family working as a religious educator at Fort Meade, Maryland, a real estate agent and a mortgage broker. He was blessed with a beautiful singing voice, which for many years could be heard at the 8 a.m., Sunday morning Mass at Seton Parish.

For the last 20-plus years, he served as a tireless FEMA reservist comforting and providing relief to families affected by natural disasters. He was well-respected by his peers and was recently elected to the Reservists Advisory Board, remaining active until the week of his death.

Throughout his life, Paul was vocal advocate for those less fortunate and for torture survivors, joining a weeks-long silent White House vigil in 1996. He maintained a strong allegiance to his alma matta, Notre Dame University, cheering on the school’s football and women’s basketball teams with pride.

Paul is survived by his family, including his children Joseph Ferris and Jamillia Ferris; son-in-law Joshua Harrison; his former wife Deborah Padua Ferris; and granddaughters Isabella, Meghan, Sadie, and Magdalena; his older brother, Robert Ferris; and extended family of cousins.

Burial will be at Saint Francis Cemetery, ,in Waterville, after 9 a.m. Mass, at Saint Joseph’s Maronite Church, on Friday, October 8, 2021.

Attendees are invited for a light lunch at Saint Joseph’s Church Hall, catered by Paul’s favorite lunch counter in Waterville, The Lebanese Cuisine.

G. ANTHONY JONES

WATERVILLE – G. Anthony “Tony” Jones, 89, originally of Waterville, passed away on Wednesday, September 8, 2021. He was the husband of the late Margaret (Tardiff) Jones, and the son of the late Wendell Jones and Cecile Goldrup.

He graduated Waterville High School in 1951. He was employed at the Waterville Hardware Store, on Main Street, in Waterville, for 17 years, and Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds at Thomas College, also in Waterville, for 21 years. He was a part-time volunteer fireman (Hose 1), serving as firefighter, clerk and captain from 1954-1971, in Waterville. He gained national attention as the “best dressed fireman” in the country for responding to a fire while in his tuxedo for an Elks Club service.

He was active in the Waterville community: Officer of the Myrtle Street PTA, Chief of the Onawa Tribe of the Indian Guides, CCD teacher, City Alderman Ward #1, Director of Mt. St. Joseph Nursing Home, Commissioner of the Waterville Sewerage District and Trustee of the Kennebec Sanitary Treatment District. He was the Chairman and Master of Ceremonies for his 35th Waterville High Class Reunion. He was recognized on the local, state and national levels of the BPOE. He was an Honorary Life Member of the Waterville lodge, Exalted Ruler, President of the Maine State Elks Association, District Deputy, and Special Deputy Grand Exalted Ruler. He was particularly proud of his work as coordinator of the Maine State Elks Diabetes Van and served as vice president of the Maine State Diabetes Association. Tony’s hobbies were golfing and stamp collecting.

Tony is survived by his two daughters, Kathy Maddin and spouse James, of Windham, and Judy Ferdinandi and spouse Jack, of North Kingstown, Rhode Island; as well as four grandchildren, Stephanie Bradley, of Gilbert, Arizona, Ian Jones, of Gorham, Conor Maddin, of Windham, Carly Jones, of Mesa, Arizona; and two great-grandchildren, Max and Jade Bradley, in Gilbert, Arizona.

He was predeceased by his wife, Margaret, and son, Timothy.

Visiting hours are respectfully omitted. Burial will be private.

Visit NardolilloFH.com for online condolences.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of G. Anthony Jones to the American Cancer Society or the American Diabetes Association.

SHIRLEY A. KNOX

OAKLAND – Shirley Ann (Poulin) Knox, 93, longtime resident of Oak­land, passed away Sunday, September 12, 2021. She was born in Waterville, August 2, 1928, to Elmer and Leona (Kelley) Poulin.

On October 30, 1948, Shirley married Richard E. Knox and together they raised four children. Throughout her life Shirley was involved in the Oakland Extension, Girl Scouts (as a leader), and the Oakland Sno-Goers Snowmobile Club.

She was an accomplished seamstress sewing many wedding dresses and formal wear, unique and intricate Halloween costumes, outerwear, home decor and custom alterations for family, extended family, and others. Shirley was a devoted supporter of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren in their activities, attending countless sports games, concerts, dance recitals and other events locally and throughout the country.

Later in life she became a hard-core member of the Red Sox Nation. She celebrated every Yankees loss and often engaged in playful banter with family members who cheered for the Bronx Bombers.

Shirley was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Richard; her grandson, Caleb Damren; and her siblings, Bernadette, Violet (Sylvester), Elmer Jr., Carol, Arlene (Choate), Phyllis (Garvey), Janice (Glovski), Eugene, Martin, Delores (Paglia), Monty, Lawrence, and Belva (Jalette).

She is survived by her children, Lynda (and former spouse Richard) Pooler, Karen (and Peter) Damren, Steve (and Jody) Knox and Kelley (and Donny) Thompson; her grandchildren, Ty Pooler, Jaime (and Joey) O’Neal, Devon Pooler, Ian (and Stacey) Damren, Caitlyn Damren, Stevey Knox (and significant other Nick Leavitt), Ashley (and Scott) Drake, Cale Knox (and significant other Nicole Smith), Kylee (and Mitchell) Eden, and Saige Knight; her siblings, Richard, Betty Jo (and George) Foster; and sister-in-law, Sue Poulin; her great-grandchildren, Tylen (TJ) Pooler, Jayden Pooler, Sydney O’Neal, Mckyah Pooler, Brayden Robideau, Madison Robideau; and several nieces and nephews.

A private burial will be held at Lewis Cemetery in Oakland. An outdoor Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

An online guestbook may be signed, and memories shared at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are by Wheeler Funeral Home & Cremation Care, 26 Church St., Oakland.

JENNIFER J. MOORS

WINSLOW – Jennifer “Jen” J. Moors, 48, passed away unexpectedly on the evening of Monday, September 13, 2021, at MaineGeneral Medical Center (MGMC/T hayer) ER. She was born December 27, 1972, in Waterville, daughter of Gerald J. and Glenna “Bee” (Denis) Joler.

She graduated from Waterville Senior High School in 1991 and attended the University of Maine Orono. On August 19, 2006, she married the love of her life, Lonnie Moors.

Jen was employed by MGMC for 20-plus years in various positions. Her most recent position was as a medical assistant in Express Care, which allowed her to spend more time with her husband Lonnie and their two children Aubrey and Ryan. Her husband and her children were her world, she loved them with all of her heart and soul. She was very proud of each of them.

Jennifer is survived by her husband of 15 years, Lonnie Moors; her two children, Aubrey and Ryan; her mother Glenna Joler; six sisters, Linda Genest (James), of Waterville, Barbara Reed (Allen), of Wiscasset, Carolyn Hunter (Stephen), of Winslow, Elaine Sullivan (Doug), of Bristow, Virginia, Jane Woodman (Michael), of Clinton, Cheryl Quirion (Timothy), of Randolph, and one brother, John Joler (Laurie), of Waterville; her father-in-law, Daniel Moors (Darlene), of Corinth; sister-in-law, Makayla Moors Thompson (Robert), of Corinth, brother-in-law, Timothy Commeau (Calvin), of Bangor; and sister-in-law, Amy Woodman (Josh), of Levant; several nieces and nephews, Christopher, Jared, Stacey, Joshua, Charlene, Cynthia, Aaron, Katelyn, Nicholas, Trevor, Marisa, Sarah, Erica, Daniel, Alayna, Jordan, and Brooklyn; a great-niece, Quinn and a great nephew, Lucas.

Jennifer was predeceased by her father, Gerald J. Joler.

A Mass of Christian Burial took place on Saturday, September 25, 2021, at Notre Dame Catholic Church, in Waterville, and burial followed at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, Grove St. Waterville.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm St., Waterville.

An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared, and a more detailed obituary viewed at http://www.gallantfh.com. Due to church limitations of two arrangements total, please do not send flowers.

EVELYN Y. ELLIS

OAKLAND – Evelyn Yvette Rousseau Ellis, 83, died Monday, September 16, 2021, following a long battle with cancer. Lynn was born in Waterville on July 9, 1938, the daughter of the late Alfred and Christine Rousseau.

Lynn graduated Cum Laude from Waterville High School in 1956. She lived in Japan, Texas, and Colorado while her husband was in the USAF. She loved watching the birds, crafting, and spending time with family.

Lynn is survived by her husband of 63 years, Raymond Ellis; her son Duane Ellis and wife Bonnie; son Gary Ellis and wife Connie; five grandchildren; and six great-grandchildren and sister Carmen Ey and Ben Foster; sister, Carmenline Fredette and husband Harvey, brother, Carl Rousseau and Delores Toothacker, brother-in-law, Robert Ellis and wife Marcia, sister-in-law, Claudette Lagasse and husband Donald, sister-in-law, Patricia Ellis-Surdam and husband Rob, brother-in-law, Larry Ellis; many nieces and nephews.

Funeral will be held at Kennebec Valley Baptist Church, 91 Marston Road Waterville, Maine, 04901 on Saturday, October 2, 2021, at 11 a.m.

Arrangements are under the care of Mitchell-Tweedie Funeral Home and Cremation Services Bucksport. (www.mitchelltweedie-young.com).

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Lynn’s memory to Kennebec Valley Baptist Church.

CHARLES GOODWIN JR.

BREWER – Charles “Chuck” Goodwin Jr., 58, passed away Thursday, September 16, 2021. Chuck was born July 22, 1963, to Charles and Lorraine Goodwin.

He graduated Lawrence High School , in Fairfield, class of 1982, and University of Maine, Orono, class of 1987, where he was a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity.

He had a long and successful career with Pine State Trading. People that knew Chuck would all agree he was a wonderful husband and father, son and brother, kind friend who was always there when needed. A hard worker who was always full of joy with his big infectious laugh.

He was predeceased by his sister, Kimberly, and by his father, Charles Sr.

Chuck is survived by his wife, Shannon and their daughter, Lilly, who was his pride and joy; mother, Lorraine, of Shawmut; brother, Jim and wife, Tara, of Benton; sister, Jennifer, of Orono; sister-in-law, Amanda and fiancé, Brandon, of Lincoln; brother-in-law, Jamie and fiancée, Raychell, of Dover-Foxcroft; Aunt Vicki and Uncle Eddie, of Dover-Foxcroft; several nieces and nephews, aunts and uncles, and cousins.

A funeral service was held on Friday, September 24, 2021, at Brooking-Smith, 133 Center St, Bangor, with the Pastor Steve Donahue officiating.

A private Viking send off (what Chuck wants, Chuck gets) will be held at a later date for immediate family. Condolences to the family may be expressed at BrookingsSmith.com.

PAUL C. BOWEN

WINSLOW – Paul C. Bowen, 73, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 17, 2021. He was born in Waterville, to Asher and Claudia (Perry) Bowen.

He graduated from Lawrence High School, in Fairfield, and then worked at Keyes Fibre for over 13 years as a welder while starting up his own business. He owned and operated Paul’s Auto Repair and worked as a mechanic. He worked side by side with his son Robert at Paul and Son Garage and Sales for many years before retiring three years ago. He lived in Winslow for nearly 20 years.

Paul was the husband of Johnna Bowen (Butler). They had recently celebrated 28 years of marriage.

Paul loved eating breakfast everyday with friends at the Purple Cow, in Fairfield. He also loved spending time with family at their camp on Sheepscot Lake, in Palermo. He spent most of his time hunting and motorcycling. He enjoyed boating and vacationing on Campobello Island at their summer home as well as traveling in their R.V. to the Fryeburg Fair every year possible, staying for the entire fair. Paul really enjoyed watching westerns. He frequently enjoyed trips to Young’s Lobster Pound, in Belfast. He spent every Friday night having couples dinners with friends. He loved family time and built his grandchildren a very special tree cabin that they made many memories in and will always cherish.

He is survived by his wife, Johnna; a daughter Cindy Nelson and her husband Mark; a son Robert Bowen and his wife Kim; stepdaughter Jillian Jolicoeur and husband Richard; stepsons Benjamin Bolduc and significant other Annalee Morris, and Christopher Bolduc and wife JoAnn; many grandchildren, Courtney and husband Jon, Nicole, Danielle, Christopher, Derek, Vivianne, Meygan, Rori, Aubrey, and Ashton.his siblings Edward Bowen, William Bowen and wife Gwen, Ruth Watson and husband Gerald; many nieces and nephews; and a special niece Jennifer Hohenboken and husband Matt.

He was predeceased by his sister Barbie Bowen, brother David Bowen, and his parents Claudia and Asher Bowen.

There will be a private celebration of life for close, immediate family as these were Paul’s wishes for how we celebrate him.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at directcremationofmaine.com

FLORENCE F. ROWE

WATERVILLE – Florence (White) Fairfield Rowe, 90, passed away on Saturday, September 18, 2021. Florence was born on July 26, 1931, in Lewiston, the daughter of John and Addie White, of Fairfield.

She attended Fairfield schools and graduated from Lawrence High School in 1949. Her senior year she was one of seven cheerleaders at that time. All through her high school years she worked at the Fairfield Five and Dime store on Main Street after school and Saturdays.

In July 1949, Florence married Richard Fairfield, from Augusta, whom she met when she and a group of friends went dancing. Dick was in the service, and after the wedding reception they left for Ft. Benning, Georgia, where he was stationed.

Upon their return to Maine they lived in Augusta, then relocated to Randolph where she lived for 31 years. Florence and Dick had two sons, Richard Fairfield, Jr. and James Fairfield. Her husband Richard died in 1970.

In 1980 Florence married Merton Rowe and relocated to Waterville. They were together for 34 years until his death in 2011.

Florence was a member of the Randolph United Methodist Church for over 65 years, and a lifetime member of the Eureka Rebekah Lodge #83, of Gardiner, where she served as a Past Noble Grand and a District Deputy Marshall.

Florence was employed by the State of Maine Bureau of Alcoholic Beverages, retiring in 1984. She also attended the Augusta School of Business while working for the State of Maine.

Florence was a kind and caring individual who always thought of others first. Until the very end, she continued to remember the important people in her life by sending birthday, anniversary, and holiday cards to all of her family members and special friends.

Florence was predeceased by her parents, both her husbands, a baby daughter in 1955, a sister, Harriet Gurney and her husband Roland, of Fairfield, and daughter-in-law, Ursula Holzkamper.

Florence is survived by her son, Richard Fairfield, Jr. (Sharon) and children, Michelle Smith (Mike), Samantha Thibodeau (Troy) and three children, Ericka Fairfield (Paul Sveum) and two daughters, her son, James Fairfield (Susan), children, Jonathan Fairfield (Kelly) and two children, Jeffrey Fairfield; Mert’s children Suzanne Thurlow (Fred), son, Jefferson Daggett (Mandy Hagenaar), Robert Rowe, Mark (Kathy) Rowe and sons, Ben Brown and Matt Brown (Erin) and two children, Kirby (Linda) Rowe and daughters, Rebecca (Adam) Goodpasture and three children, and Amanda (Chris) McTigue and two daughters; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; two nieces, Mary Ann Campbell and family and Bettina (Alan) Page and family; two nephews, Curvin (Charlene) Farnham and families, and Ronald (Linda) Farnham and daughter Cindy (Adam) Casey.

A funeral service was held at Staples Funeral Home, 53 Brunswick Avenue, Gardiner, on Saturday, September 25.

A private family burial will take place beside her husband at the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, in Augusta.

Arrangements are entrusted with Staples Funeral Home and Cremation Care, 53 Brunswick Avenue, Gardiner.

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the Staples Funeral Home website: http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

GARY R. FULLER

BELGRADE – Gary Robert Fuller, 58, of Belgrade, passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 18, 2021. Gary was born on January 13, 1963, the son of Robert Fuller and Marilyn (Coan) Brown.

Gary grew up in Sidney and graduated from Messalonskee High School, in Oakland, in 1981.

In 1982, Gary married the love of his life, Ellen MacDonald, of Augusta, where they made their first home. In 1996, Gary and Ellen built their dream home in Belgrade where they raised their three children.

Gary was highly regarded as the Codes Enforcement Officer for the city of Augusta, and the towns of Belgrade, Sidney, and several other surrounding towns. Over the course of his long career, Gary developed many lifelong friendships. Gary had a very strong work ethic and felt extremely fulfilled and proud of his long career. He retired from the City of Augusta in 2018 and continued to serve the towns of Belgrade and Sidney.

Gary was so proud to achieve his Master Maine Guide license. He opened Daze Off Guide Service and thoroughly enjoyed hosting guided rabbit hunts with his beagles. He was an avid outdoorsman who had a passion for hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, and four wheeling. He made many wonderful memories with friends and family on their numerous hunting trips “upta” camp.

Gary was very social and loved being around people. He could always be counted on for his quick-witted humor or to be the first on the dance floor. He was incredibly loyal and dependable to all whom he loved. He would drop anything with no questions asked to help a friend in need.

Following his retirement, Gary was able to spend more time doing the things he loved. He especially enjoyed building and spending time at his camp and going on many tropical vacations with Ellen and their closest friends. He was the ultimate family man whose children and grandchildren brought him tremendous joy.

Gary was predeceased by his father, Robert Fuller; his stepfather, William Brown; brother-in-law, Peter Vashon; in-laws, John and Leah MacDonald.

He is survived by his wife and best friend of 39 years, Ellen; daughters, Melissa Fuller and Amanda Favreau, and son-in-law Kristopher Favreau; son, Andrew Fuller who was affectionately referred to as Gary’s “shadow”; grandchildren Clarice Fuller, Paxton Lovejoy, Emilia Favreau, and Benjamin Favreau; mother, Marilyn Brown; sisters Janet Vashon, Helen Michaud and “brother-in-law,” Robin Day; aunt Carole and uncle Bill Quackenbush; his sister-in-law, four brothers-in-law; many nieces, nephews; cousins.

A celebration of life will be held at the Augusta Elks Lodge on Sunday, October 10, at noon. All who knew and loved Gary are invited to attend.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at directcremationofmaine.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Sportsman’s Alliance of Maine or the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital.

RICHARD W. LEVINE SR.

OAKLAND – Richard ‘Dick’ W. Levine, Sr., 79, of Oakland, passed away on September 22, 2021, at Northern Light Inland Hospital in Waterville. He was born in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, on July 15, 1942, the son of the late Max and Gentlelena (Marchetti) Levine.

Dick grew up in Bangor and graduated from Bangor High School. He served with the Maine National Guard and was proud of his military service. He retired from Keyes Fibre Company (now Huhtamaki), in Waterville, where he worked in the shipping and facilities departments.

Dick enjoyed hunting, especially when given the chance to go on a caribou hunt. At home with his wife, he enjoyed time with their horse, fussing in his garage, and his time spent with family.

Dick will be remembered by all those who loved him, especially by his wife and life partner, Cheryl York, of Oakland; his son, Richard W. Levine, Jr., of Marblehead, Massachusetts, wife Cynthia; and grandsons Jordhan and Kooper; his daughter Caroline N. Levine, of Unity, her partner Becca; stepson, Thane Foster; Dick’s siblings Karen Levine, her husband Andy, Don Levine, his wife, Patty, and Robert Levine; mother of his children Carole Levine; and late mother-in-law, ’Sitto’ and Julia York.

Visiting hours will be from 6 to 8 p.m. with prayers and a time of sharing to begin at 7 p.m., on Thursday, September 30, at Wheeler Funeral Home, 26 Church Street, in Oakland.

An online guestbook may be signed, and memories shared at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com

Arrangements are by Wheeler Funeral Home & Cremation Care, 26 Church Street, Oakland.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals (MSSPA) https://www.msspa.org/.

LINDA A. RAVEN

CLINTON – Linda Alice (McFarland) Raven, 75, passed away at EMMC in Bangor, Wednesday, September 22, 2021. Linda was born in Pittsfield, November 10, 1945, the daughter of Leamon and Vutes (Stotelmyer) McFarland.

Linda was a member of Clinton Baptist Church in her earlier years, and Shawmut Chapel later in life. She was part of a group that sang locally, and she enjoyed this very much.

Linda was predeceased by her father and mother, Leamon and Vutes McFarland; her two sisters, Virginia Crummett, and Helen Lewis; and her niece, Ronda Getz.

She is survived by her son, Kevin Raven and his wife, Linda; her grandchildren Devin, Lyndsee, Derick, and Kendra; her great-grandchildren Evelin, Annabell, Gabriel, Thea, Benjamin, and Dominic; her brother, Leroy and his wife, Geneva McFarland; and many nieces and nephews.

There will be a small graveside service on Saturday, October 2, at 1 p.m., at Town House Hill Cemetery, on the Hinckley Road, in Clinton.

An online guestbook may be signed, and memories shared at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral and Cremation Care, 107 Main St., Fairfield.

CHIEF GARY L. PETLEY

CLINTON – A Celebration of life for Ret. Chief Gary Lee Petley, who died April 17, 2020, from Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia, will be held on Saturday, October 2, 2021, at the Clinton Lion’s Club Fairgrounds, 1450 Bangor Road, in Clinton, at 11 a.m.

Gary’s family invites you to join us as we gather to celebrate his life and accomplishments, and honor his service and dedication to the Clinton Fire Department and the Town of Clinton. Masks are required. This is an outdoor venue; please dress accordingly and bring a camp chair to help with seating and social distancing. In remembrance, coffee and donuts will be provided after the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in his memory to the Clinton Fireman’s Association.

THOMAS A. LINNELL JR.

SAVANNAH, Georgia – Thomas A. Linnell Jr., 44, died Wednesday, August 11, 2021, at a hospital in Savannah, Georgia, of pneumonia due to Covid-19. He was born in Waterville to parents Diane and Thomas Linnell, Sr.

He graduated from Waterville High School and participated in track and football, and was manager of the hockey team.

He served in the Army for eight years and served in Germany, New York and Fort Benning, Georgia. He was honorably discharged in 2012. While in the army, he met Denise Pierce. Upon leaving the army, he moved to Garden City, Georgia.

He had a dream to write books, and started nine books. He was an Uber driver and worked at FedEx.

Surviving are his wife, Denise Linell; mother-in-law, Kathleen Boles; son, BJ; daughter, Dawn Stonwick and husband Mattiew; mom, Diane and husband Jim Wilson; father Thomas Linnell Sr. and wife Lyssa; sisters Jessica Linnell Smith, Felicia Williamson; brother, Jason Williamson; niece, Mackenzie Rowe and baby Brycen; nephews Bryce and Trey Gunzinger.

He was predeceased by his maternal grandparents Marie and Roland Nadeau, paternal grandparents Carroll Sr. and Cecilia Linnell; stepdad, David Rowe.

There was a graveside service at St. Francis Cemetery, on Grove St., Waterville, at 10 a.m., Saturday, September 25, 2021. In memory of Thomas, please send money to Denise Linnell’s email, denise.linnell74@gmail.com.

MARY ELLEN TWOMBLY

WINSLOW – Mary Ellen Twombly, 79, died on Thursday, August 5, 2021, at MaineGeneral Medical Center. Mary Ellen was born in Barnstable, Massachusetts, to Ruth (Nadeau) and James L. Twombly on July 16, 1942.

After a few years in the Washington, D.C., area, Mary Ellen assumed her role as a “True Mainer” when the family returned to Monroe, Maine, in 1951.Throughout her life Mary Ellen was a storyteller and adventurer who welcomed new experiences – both personally and professionally. These adventures started early on with the construction of a two-story treehouse and continued through her years at the University of Maine at Orono, where she focused on journalism covering campus news and a local strike in Old Town. This taste of Union activity led to positions with the Maine AFL-CIO and the International Machinist Union’s newspapers.

Mary Ellen’s concern for people then led to many years working for the state of Maine. The crowning adventure of her life, however, was the design and construction of her own cord wood house in Knox. This was accomplished with the support and assistance of her second family – the friends of Bill W.

In later years, Mary Ellen became active in the Knox Historic Society and was, with Clayton Larrabee, instrumental in the restoration of the East Knox School, currently located on Route 202 near the Mount View schools.

Declining health dictated Mary Ellen’s move to the Waterville area where she continued to live independently, though greatly supported by sister, Ann, cousin, Mary, and dear, dear friends, Peggy Sweet and Larry Horvath.

Mary Ellen was predeceased by her parents, Ruth and James Twombly, as well as by aunts, uncles, and cousins.

She is survived by her sister, Ann Twombly and brother-in-law, Thomas Wellman; cousin, Mary McAleney; nephew, Joshua Twombly; niece, Lisa Twombly, and four great-nieces and great-nephews.

A committal service will be held September 25, 2021, at 1 p.m., in the Old Monroe Cemetery. Due to COVID-19 other celebrations/remembrances of her life will be held at a future date.

Arrangements are in the care of Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home and Cremation Care, One Church St., Augusta, where memories, condolences and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of our website at http://www.familyfirstfh.com.

KIRBY STEVENS

WATERVILLE – Kirby Stevens, 60, passed away following a long and valiant battle with cancer on Monday, June 7, 2021. He was the son of Carroll E. Stevens and Florence J. Nadeau Stevens.

He is a graduate of Waterville High School and subsequently became a carpenter of considerable knowledge and expertise. He enjoyed interacting with the natural world and most of all a true passion for the game of golf. It was one of his true joys. Everywhere he went he made the world a better place.

Kirby was a great brother, uncle and friend. He is and always will be sadly missed by his family and all who knew him.

Kirby joins his parents Carroll and Florence, his grandparents Gracia Rancourt Nadeau and Fred J. Nadeau, his paternal grandparents Maurice J. Stevens and Gertrude Lord Stevens and a brother-in-law Scott O. Selwood.

He is survived by his sister Jean A. Stevens Selwood, of Augusta, and his brother Wayne C. Stevens and his wife Paula, of China.

A graveside service will take place on Saturday, October 2, 2021, at 10 a.m., at St. Francis Cemetery, Grove Street,