In Memoriam: DAKOTA BLASCHKE

June 24, 1993 – September 4, 2017

How is it possible that you have been gone for two years? Our hearts remain broken, and the pain of losing you will never end. We miss you terribly, but take comfort in our memories of you, and all the joy you brought our family. With all our love, Mom and John, Dad and Ruth, Amanda, and Sage.

PHILLIP D. BROWN

ALBION — Phillip David Brown “Phil”, 37, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2019, due to a tragic car accident.

When Phil walked in any room, it lit up when he smiled. If you needed a friend, he was always a phone call away. During and after any snowstorm if Phil saw an elderly person shoveling, he would stop and shovel the snow for them.

Phil loved being a father, fishing, sitting around a campfire, finding fiddleheads, coaching football, and doing carpentry. He was a man of many trades. While working you would always find him with his earbuds in jamming out.

Phil was predeceased by his brothers, Brian and Ricki.

Phil is survived by his father Richard Brown; mother Renee Hall; stepmother, Lori Brown; children, Aurora and Connor; wife, Maxine Brown Whiteside; brothers, Jeremy Brown and Brian Sims, sisters, Janet Smith and Angie Foster. Phil had many aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, and cousins that he loved and adored.

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

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

CHRISTINE A. McCORMICK

VASSALBORO — Christine Anne McCormick passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, August 18, 2019, due to medical complications. She was born in Worcester, Massachu­setts, on January 15, 1958. Christine, better known by many as Tina, and her former husband Paul Gamache, raised their two children in Waterville.

Tina was a nurturer by heart, and made every child around her feel welcomed and loved. She was very creative and crafty, and enjoyed teaching others to be the same.Tina loved to bake, it was her therapy. She spent most of her last year teaching her granddaughters to bake and sew. Tina had spent her last summer enjoying the company of her grandchildren and newly found friend, Effie Reynolds. Tina was an advocate for rescue animals. Her last two fur babies were Mika and Squirt. Tina was a beautiful person inside and out, and anyone that knew her cherished their time with her.

Tina felt at peace by the water and was lucky enough to spend her last summer on the lake at Effie’s camp. Her grandchildren were her world. She loved camping, dancing, cooking and playing poker.

Tina is survived by her daughter Brienna Pelletier and Wendell Baker, and son Sean Gamache and Amanda Jones; grandchildren Christopher, Meilani, Brayden, Dominic, Sabrina, William, Malaki, Michael, Elisha and Destiny.

An open Celebration of Life will be held at Fort Halifax Park, in Winslow, at 2 p.m., on Saturday, September 7, 2019.

Tina’s cremation is being handled by Funeral Alternatives in Augusta,.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in her name to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Rd., Waterville, ME 04901.

SHIRLEY M. BUZZELL

WATERVILLE – Shirley Margaret (Tardiff) Buzzell, 82, passed away on Saturday, August 24, 2019. Shirley was born in Waterville, the daughter of the late William and Aurora (Bouchard) Tardiff.

Shirley graduated from Lawrence High School, in Fairfield, in 1955, and while she lived elsewhere for a time, Maine was always her home. She was happiest when all the people she loved were close by. Shirley will be forever remembered for her candor, her wicked sense of humor, and her delicious banana bread. She loved her husband George immensely, and his death in 2011 left her bereft. The two enjoyed visiting family in Bar Harbor, driving up Cadillac Mountain, hosting family gatherings, and hollering to each other from different rooms in their home. She never really forgave him for leaving her to wash the dishes alone.

Shirley loved to read, knit, crochet, and bake, but most enjoyed sharing her gifts with others. One of Shirley’s hobbies was stockpiling food and dry goods; if you ever needed dish towels, tortiere pie or toilet paper, Shirley was your lady. She worked hard all her life and was a fixture in the local community. Her retirement capped off decades at The 107, in Winslow, making the best breakfast pizza, giving out pretzels to the kids, and chatting up loyal customers during her morning shift. Shirley also spent years waitressing at Ken’s Family Restaurant, in Winslow, before the flood of ‘87, and at the Winslow VFW. Her gregarious nature shined through in her work and endured to her last days. Shirley was most proud of her family, loyal friendships, and her 36 years of sobriety.

She leaves behind siblings Richard and his wife Shirley, and Sharon, as well as her children, Cyndi, Debbie, Steve, Tammy, Jeff, David, Ricky, Rose, Donna, Anne, Brenda, and Steve; her in-laws, nieces and nephews, and cousins; her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband of 30 years, George, and her siblings Raymond, John, Patricia, Joan, James and Daniel.

In lieu of flowers, we ask that donations be made to honor her love for her rescued dog, Casco, by way of the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Road, Waterville, ME 04901, or to the important work of the Alzheimer’s Association of Maine, 383 US Route 1, Suite 2C, Scarborough, ME 04074.

REV. WILLIAM LOMBARD

FAIRFIELD — Rev. William “David” Lombard, 87, passed away on Sunday, August 25, 2019. He was born on February 1, 1932, to William Robert and Eva Lombard, in West Springfield, Massachusetts.

David grew up during the depression era, and like many boys during that time would have a paper route to help bring in a little extra money. His sister, Trudy, said he was quiet and confident and a great older brother.

After graduating from high school, David went to UMass Amherst and graduated with a degree in forestry. He dreamed of flying, and soon after college joined the Navy to become an aviator. After surviving the Dilbert Dunker and basic training, he flew the F9 Panther off USS Saipan. David was a fighter pilot and held the rank of lieutenant JG. He loved to teach and became a flight instructor. In addition to the F9 Panther David flew the SNJ Texan and trained many pilots from America and abroad. While serving in the Navy in Pensacola, Florida, he visited a Christian bookstore, where he met Janice Jones. They married on August 7, 1959. Later he would say, “she was the one for me.”

David felt the call to become a pastor, so he left the Navy and pursued a career in the ministry. Upon returning to New England, he attended Gordon Conwell Seminary to begin his life in the ministry. He was a full-time pastor for over 30 years, serving in Texas, Maine and New Hampshire. His last church was Boothbay Baptist Church, in which he ministered for more than 13 years. He had a servant’s heart and his great passion was helping those in need. He and Janice would return to Boothbay Baptist Church in 2009 to celebrate their 50th anniversary. David’s health had begun to worsen, so his wife cared for him until she passed away in 2018.

He was predeceased by Janice Lombard, his wife of 58 years; and his daughter, JoAnne Pike.

David is survived by his sisters, Sue Majeau, Marcia Hastings and Becca Beal-Lombard; his five children, Jim Lombard and wife Anne, Faith Hodgkins and husband Lyle, Deborah Foss and husband Jeff, Amy Langerin and husband Dave, and Michael Lombard; 14 grandchildren; and six-great-grandchildren.

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

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

LINDA B. NICKERSON

WINDSOR — Linda B. Nickerson, 67, died Sunday, August 25, 2019, at her home following a two-year battle with Multiple Myeloma. She was born in Augusta on August 27, 1951, a daughter of the late Alton and Anita (Roy) Beane.

Mrs. Nickerson was a 1969 graduate of Cony High School, in Augusta. She had been employed for over 37 years with the State of Maine, Department of Labor.

Mrs. Nickerson is survived by her husband of 50 years, Millard E. Nickerson III, of Windsor; a son Richard A. Nickerson and his wife Gretchen, of Augusta, two daughters, Lori N. Tungseth and her husband Nathan, of St Albans, England, and Lisa N. Taylor and her husband John, of Lawrenceville, Georgia; two sisters Delores DeMerchant and her husband John, of Vassalboro, and Gloria McGuire and her husband Timothy, of Augusta; nine grandchildren Austin, Owen, Myla, Knox, Addison, Emily, Zachary, Abby and Brooke; a great-granddaughter Mary Frances; her mother-in-law, Claire Nickerson, of Augusta; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

She was predeceased by her brother, Nelson Beane.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Plummer Funeral Home, 983 Ridge Rd., Windsor, ME.

Condolences, photos and stories may be shared at www.plummerfh.com.

The family requests that donations in Linda’s memory be made to the Dempsey Center, 778 Main St., South Portland, ME 04106.

ENID H. QUIRION

WINSLOW – Enid H. Quirion, 90, of Winslow, lost her brief battle with cancer on Sunday, August 4, 2019, at North­ern Lights Eastern Maine Medical Center, in Waterville. Enid was one of two children born to Ernest and Nellie (Lepage) Fountaine, of Jackman, on June 8, 1929. Moving to Waterville at the age of 16 she began her working career at the Lockwood Mill. Later she met and married her husband, Raymond Quirion, settling in Winslow they raised one son, David.

Retiring from Ski-Land Woolen Mill, in Clinton. Enid began walking five miles a day through the area neighborhood. While on these walks she became friendly with all the dogs, eventually knowing them all by name. Pockets full of dog bones she’d hand out treats.

Enid enjoyed lawn sales with her best friend, Dot Plant. She enjoyed going shopping and out to eat with Lisa Dugal. She enjoyed folding towels, doing errands and washing dishes at her daughter-in-law’s salon. She also enjoyed watching cooking shows, golf, football and NASCAR racing.

She was predeceased by her parents, Ernest and Nellie Fountaine; her husband, Raymond Quirion; and her brother, Bruce Fountaine.

Enid is survived by her son, David Quirion and his wife, Tina; and many family members.

At Enid’s request there will not be any service. She will be buried with her husband at the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, in Augusta.

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

An online guestbook can be signed, memories and condolences shared at www.gallantfh.com.

Donations in Enid’s memory can be sent to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Road, Waterville, ME 04901.

PATRICIA A. NUTT

CHINA – Patricia A. Nutt, 83, of South China, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2019, at MaineGeneral Medical Center, in Waterville. Patricia was born in Waterville on April 14, 1936, the daughter of the late Albert and Antoinette (Poulin) Cayouette.

She was educated in the local schools.

She worked for a few years in the woolen mills, later she started work as a waitress and it was a perfect fit for her. She enjoyed the work and loved her customers.

Patricia loved the years living on the farm with her horses and dogs, it was the happy spot in her life. She enjoyed gardening, especially her flower garden, and playing Bridge, and all of the folks at Bridge. They were like a second family.

Patricia was predeceased by her parents, by her husband, Lamont Nutt, a brother, Roger and her sister, Susan.

She is survived by her children, Jeffrey Nutt and his wife, Linda, of Vassalboro, Russell Nutt and his wife, Jennifer, of Waterville, Patrick Nutt, of China, and Pam Ehler and her partner Deb Bickford, of South China. She also leaves behind two grandsons, Allen and Jonathan, and several great-grandchildren.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Giberson Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

To leave a condolence for the family and to view the online obituary, please visit www.gibersonfuneralhome.com.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to your local animal shelter or humane society.

TUCKER R. GIGUERE

VASSALBORO – Tucker Robert Giguere, passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2019, at home following a three-month fight with an unknown illness. Tucker was born May 9, 2019, in Augusta, infant son of Samantha Tobey and Zachary Giguere.

Though Tucker lived a short life, he touched the hearts of many with his fight and determination to survive. But sadly, although both Maine Medical Center and Boston Children’s Hospital did all they could to diagnose Tucker’s illness, it progressed too quickly and he passed on.

Tucker is survived by his parents: Zachary C. Giguere and Samantha A. Tobey, of Vassalboro; paternal grandparents: Robert and Brandi (Cullins) Giguere, of Vassalboro; maternal grandmother: Amy (Baldassini) Hayes and her husband, Christopher Hayes, of China; maternal grandfather: Corey Tobey and his wife, Cheryl (Spadea) Tobey, of Palermo; paternal great-grandparents: Norman and Pamala (Clark) Cullins, of Augusta, Gale (Hardesty) Grat, of Palermo and Jon Giguere and his wife, Betty (York) Giguere, of Augusta; maternal great-grandparents: Tom and Anne (Vasseur) Stephanson, of China, Beverly (Bailey) Howard and her husband, Gene Howard, of Palermo, and Donald Tobey and his wife, Marcia (Craig) Tobey, of Palermo; maternal great-great grandmother: Pauline (Ward) Tobey, of Palermo. Along with many aunts, uncles and cousin, Isabelle Giguere.

A private burial will be held in the East Palermo Cemetery. A celebration of Tucker’s life will be held on Saturday, August 24, from 1 – 4 p.m., at the pit in China off Route 32. All are welcome.

In lieu of flowers please donate to the Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital, 22 Bramhall St., Portland, ME, 04102.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Plummer Funeral Home, Windsor Chapel, 983 Ridge Rd., Windsor, ME.

Condolences, photos and stories may be shared at www.plummerfh.com.

PHILLIP D. BROWN

BENTON – Phillip David Brown, 37, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2019. He was born on February 15, 1982, the son of Richard Brown and Renee Hall.

He is survived by step-children Aurora and Connor; and a brother, Jeremy Brown, of Augusta.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, August 25, 2019, at 1 p.m., at the Palermo Christian Church. A reception will follow at the church.

OTHERS DEPARTED

GEORGIA E. KENNISTON FECTEAU, 86, of Westbrook, formerly of Waterville, passed away on Friday, August 9, 2019, at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, in Scarborough. Locally, she is survived by a step-daughter, Elizabeth Glidden, of Augusta, and a niece, Susan Little, of East Vassalboro.

KENNETH L. GOULD

FREEDOM – Kenneth L. Gould, 83, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2019. He was born on July 26, 1935, the son of John P. Gould and Belle Bessey Gould.

He graduated from Besse High School, in Albion, in 1953. While in school, Ken participated in the minstrel show, played basketball, served as class treasurer, class reporter and on the editorial board of the school paper. His favorite saying was always “Silence is golden, but talking is more fun.”

On September 24, 1955, he married the former Priscilla Harding, of China. The two met while shew worked at Custer’s Last Stnd (now The Landing), in China. She remembers Ken excelled at peeling potatoes and would volunteer his time at the ice crea shop just to be with her.

In 1956, Ken and Priscilla, along with their dauther Drusilla, moved to California. It was there that their three sons, Dwight, Dewayne and Doug, were born. But it wasn’t long before Maine called them home. In the summer of 1963, Ken and the family journeyed back east and settle down in Freedom.

He was a man of many talents and trades, but his life’s passion was farming and growing vegetables. Ken’s favorite past-times were those he shared with loved ones, such as ice fishing on Moosehead Lake, playing horseshoes at family barbecues, hosting the grandchildren for sleep overs, running the family vegetable stand, and fishing for perch in nearby ponds and lakes.

Ken was predeceased by his parents; brother George; son Dewayne.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Priscilla; daughter Drusilla and her husband Tom; sons Dwight and wife Brenda, Doug and wife Sandra, and Deana Tardiff, his late son Dewayne’s fiancé; 13 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; sisters-in-law Charlene Gould, Marilyn Levesque and Patricia Higgins; many nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held at the No. 4 cemetery, in Albion, on Sunday, August 11, at 2:30 p.m. Following the service, friends and family are welcome to gather at the Besse Building, on Main St., in Albion, to celebrate the memory and life of a man so many knew and loved.

ROBERT A. McLEOD

CHINA – Robert “Bobby” A. McLeod, 77, passed away Saturday, May 25, 2019, at the Alfond Center for Health, in Augusta. He was born May 19, 1942, in Bridgeport, Connecticut, the son of Edward and Arabella “Billie” (Davis) McLeod.

Bob was a retired truck driver and a proud teamster of Local #443 out of New Haven, Connecticut, working for many trucking companies throughout his life and traveled the country meeting many people along the way before retiring and moving to Maine. He was a proud man who worked very hard to make a better life for his family.

He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Joanne (Teachman) McLeod, of China; two children, a son, Michael McLeod and wife Tracy, of Palermo, and a daughter, Patricia “Tisha” (McLeod) Grant and husband Scott, of Albion; three grandchildren, Melissa Grant and partner Darius Parker, of Winslow, Nicholas Grant, of China, and Heather McLeod ,of Palermo; four great- grandchildren, Aubrey and Autumn Grant, and Grant and Charlotte Parker, all of Maine.

He was predeceased by his grandmother, Margaret Davis; mother, Arabella “Billie” (Davis) McLeod; father, Edward McLeod; and grandson, Daniel McLeod.

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Bobby’s memory to your local humane society or cancer center.

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

RITA A. ROUX

NORTH VASSALBORO – Rita A. Roux, 90, passed away Monday, July 22, 2019, at her home. She was born March 10, 1929, in Greenville, the daughter of Joseph and Odella (Daigle) Perry.

She was educated in the schools of Greenville and graduated from Greenville High School in 1946. On July 12, 1947, she married Robert J. Roux at the Holy Family Catholic Church, in Greenville. She was employed from 1946 to 1991 as an inspector for C.F. Hathaway Shirt Factory, in Waterville. Rita was a member of St. Bridget’s Catholic Church, in North Vassalboro, and the C.F. Hathaway bowling team and enjoyed playing cards with family, bingo, and she loved to fish.

Rita is survived by her husband of 72 years, Robert J. Roux, of North Vassalboro; two daughters, Robin L Reagan, of Lisbon, Rhonda L. Weston and husband Dennis, of Vassalboro, son, Randall R. Roux and wife Irene, of Farmingdale; brother, Lorenzo “Joe” Perry, of Tilton, New Hampshire; sister, Frances Davis and husband Keith, of Dover; grandchildren, Casey Reagan, of Lewiston, Katie Reagan, of Lewiston, Jeffrey Roux, of Lavergne, Tennessee, Matthew Roux and wife Ruth, of Cape Coral, Florida, Justin Roux, of Portland, Timothy S. Dibenedetti and wife Tracey, of Augusta, Sarah Rosciti and husband Henry, of North Scituate, Rhode Island, Ryan Pleau and partner Tiana Ireland, Joseph Weston and partner Samantha Mason; eight great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by two sisters, Winifred Sawyer and Carmel Smith.

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

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Rita’s memory to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 WebbRoad, Waterville, ME 04901, or Hospice Volunteers of Waterville Area, 304 Main St., Waterville, Maine 04901.

DANIEL C. GAY JR.

WATERVILLE – Daniel Charles Gay, Jr., 82, passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2019, at Lakewood Continuing Care Center, in Waterville. He was born December 29, 1936, in Augusta, the son of Daniel C. Sr. and Emma (Huntress) Gay.

He was educated in the schools of Augusta. On November 12, 1960, he married the former Beverly Lake. Daniel was a veteran who proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War until his honorable discharge. He was employed for many years as truck driver for Colchester Egg. He had many hobbies and interests including fishing, hunting, camping, woodcarving, riding up north with his wife, Bev, loved NASCAR racing and loved and had a special bond with his cat, Krystal.

Daniel is survived by his wife of 58 years, Beverly (Lake) Gay, of Waterville; two daughters, Debra Anderson, of Fairfield, Cindy Allen and husband Robert, of Fairfield; son, Charles Gray and wife Allison, of South Berwick; sister, Brenda Postemski, of Solon; three grandsons, Mathew W. Allen and wife Laura, of China, Christopher Lothridge, of Augusta, Jackson Gray, of South Berwick; five granddaughters, Tanya A. Allen, of Oakland, Bethany Robinson, of North Windham, Connecticut, Amanda Sherman and husband Andy, of Canterbury, Connecticut, Jennifer Gray and Erin Gray, both of South Berwick; seven great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Daniel’s memory to the Travis Mills Foundation, 747 Western Avenue, Manchester, ME 04351, www.travismills.org.

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

REGINALD G. JOLER

WATERVILLE – Reginald G. Joler, 87, of Waterville, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, July 24, 2019, following a battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was born on February 12, 1932, to Leo and Evangeline Joler.

Reginald lived a full and rich life. He was a graduate of Waterville High School and was drafted into the Army during the Korean War. He proudly served from 1952 to 1954 in Germany; he was honorably discharged. After returning to the United States Reginald began working for First National until he retired. He had a passion for talking with people and readily offered his assistance to anyone in need. Reginald had a love of the Lord, camping, boating, fishing, building, tree work, western’s, dancing and spending time with family.

Reginald was a lifetime member of the American Legion, VFW and Knights of Columbus, where he served on many committees, cooked meals for those in need and assisted with blood drives and voting stations.

He was predeceased by his parents Leo and Evangeline; his wife Patricia; son David; brothers, Gerald, Richard, Paul, and sisters Joanne and Doris.

Reginald is survived by his children MaryAnn and husband Sonny, Sue-Ann, Rick, Bryan and partner Karen and Bruce and wife Kristin, stepson Robert; as well as several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

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

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing to, may make donations in Reginald’s memory to: Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter, 393 US Route 1, Suite 2C, Scarborough, ME 04074, or Beacon Hospice Care, 5 Community Drive, Augusta, ME 04330. Make checks payable to Amedisys Foundation.

RICKY A. GREENLEAF

ROME – Ricky A. Greenleaf passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 25, 2019. Rick will be remembered for his big smile and his generous heart. Rick quickly became a friend to everyone he met.

Rick was a lifetime resident of Rome and loved his community. Rick had a passion for the outdoors, fishing, hunting, snowmobiling and “noodling” on Watson Pond. Children and pets seemed to gravitate toward Rick, there was never a child or dog that did not want to be near him. Rick was well known in the community for being able to fix almost anything and everything, and he always did it with a smile.

Rick was predeceased by his parents Marion and Irving Greenleaf; his brothers Jerry Greenleaf and Roland “Manny” Greenleaf, and his sister Beverly Chick.

Rick will be missed by his wife Shelly; his son Nathan and fiancé Anna, his daughter Theresa and partner Kevin, daughter Jessica Greenleaf; grandchildren Landen, Sky and Isla; his sister Deb Williams and brother-in-law Guy Williams and their children Mary Lou and Guy Junior; his brothers Timmy Greenleaf and Terry Greenleaf and his children Daryl and Rachel; his brother-in-law and sisters-in-law Joe, Jed, Jenny and Sarah; his father-in-law Richard Butler and mother-in-law Patricia Butler, and mother-in-law Frances Dill; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

There will be a Celebration of Life for Rick at the Rome Community Center, 8 Mercer Rd., Rome, from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., on Saturday, August 24.

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

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

JOSEPH S. THERIAULT

CHINA – Joseph Stanley (Stan) Theriault 83, of China, passed away peacefully on Fridasay, July 26 , 2019, at his son’s home. He was born to Josie and Joseph Theriault in Knox on April 5, 1936.

Thus everyone in the Knox area and family knew him as ( Stan ) or Stanley to avoid the confusion but throughout his work life he was ( JOE ).

He was the devoted husband of 64 years to Constance ( Bernier ) Theriault, who he met in high school in Westbrook and later married in 1955. They moved to Benton Harbor, Michigan, to start his career in the medical field as a lab tech, which took him to many hospitals around the country, Delaware Ohio, Sandusky, Ohio, and Bellvue, Ohio, where he decided to leave the medical profession.

He was a very fast study in whatever he chose to tackle and after remodeling their home in Castalia, Ohio, he decided he was now a carpenter and joined the Carpenters Union and was happy as a clam. He was involved in the construction of (at the time ) the largest wooden roller coaster in the world at Cedar Point Amusement Park, Sandusky, Ohio, a story he told often. He then partnered with a friend and decided to build and sell travel trailers and truck campers for a while, which after a year or so he realized he was not the partnering type.

Thus, after 14 years of the sweet sounds of Maine calling him, they decided to move back to Maine in 1970 to enjoy Maine. He now being a Union Carpenter, his first job in Maine was helping to build Maine Yankee, a fact he was quite proud of. It didn’t take long and he was on his way up the construction ladder. He was assistant supervisor for Peachey Builders during construction of the JFK Mall, in Waterville, and later as their top superintendent for many years. He was also in charge of the Elm Plaza renovation for Pittsfield Industries, when the Bonanza restaurant was built and Grant’s was remodeled. He had many very interesting construction jobs over the years that took him and his wife all over the country, and he loved to talk about them all. Construction was his passion.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years Connie; his sons and daughters-in-law Greg and Rebecca, and Tim and Rebecca, all of China; his younger brother Theodore Theriault, of Keyport, New Jersey; many of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his two youngest sons Steven Douglas Theriault and Michael Stanley Theriault, both taken far too young and it was a bitter pill for him to swallow. He was also predeceased by a brother at birth and a sister.

BARBARA ROY

TEWKSBURY, Massachusetts – Barbara (Sears) Roy, 81, a resident of Fairfield, Winslow, and Tewksbury, Massachusetts, passed away at Blair House in Tewksbury on Tuesday, April 16, 2019. She was born in Bangor on December 23, 1937, to William and Florence (Julia) Sears.

Barbara attended Immaculate Heart of Mary School, and was a graduate of Lawrence High School, class of 1955, both schools in Fairfield. Throughout her adult life Barbara maintained her allegiance to everything connected to LHS, sports, alumni reunions, and attended activities involving her cousin’s children and grandchildren.

Barbara worked many years at Keyes Fibre Co., in Waterville, retiring as treasury assistant. She married the Wilfred Roy in 1958. Barbara’s greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends, playing cards, Julia family Christmas parties, camping and skiing with her children, and spending time at their lake home on Lake Winnecook.

Her Christmas stockings, which she knitted, are treasured by many. Her delicious peanut butter fudge and peanut butter balls will be missed. After retirement, Barbara and Wolf traveled to Hawaii, spent several winters in Florida and attended family functions around the country.

Barbara is survived by her husband, Wilfred; her daughters, Pam Connors and husband, Bryan, of Tewksbury Massachusetts, Jean Ann Young and husband Larry, of Martinsville, Indiana, and son, Scott Roy, of San Diego, California; three grandchildren, Eric Young, his wife Jennifer, and son, Ian; Logan Roy and Kasey Connors; and several cousins.

BRENDA E. McKAY

OAKLAND – Brenda E. McKay, 70, passed away in her beloved home on Snow Pond in Oakland, the morning of November 3, 2018, following a 10-month-long fight with pancreatic cancer, in Augusta, and then Boston. She was born in Farmington on March 28, 1948, the daughter of Edward and Katherine Pillsbury.

Brenda graduated from Farmington High School, Farmington, in 1966 and Eastern Nazarene College, Quincy, Massachusetts, in 1970 with a degree in teaching. After graduation Brenda received her first teaching assignment and it was not for the faint of heart. A one room schoolhouse teaching first through sixth grade in the very rural town of West Forks. Across the street from the school was a family’s home which the local postmaster lived and worked out of the front. The postmaster and Brenda became quick friends; she was Joan McKay. When Joan’s son came home from the Navy after graduating from flight school as a Naval pilot in September 1970, Joan told Bill he must meet the local “school Marm” teaching in the same room Bill had attended years before. Joan told Bill that Brenda was from the Farmington area and since Bill had graduated from the University of Maine at Farmington before enlisting in the Navy, he figured he must have made her acquaintance at some point. Bill walked right into the classroom, disrupting Brenda’s lesson. She said, “Can I help you?” He looked at her and said, “Huh, I guess I don’t know you…” and walked out. The rest is history as they soon started dating and were married on October 21, 1972, and had 42 wonderful years of marriage until Bill’s passing in September 2014.

Brenda’s family and friends meant everything to her and she was always there for them with an ear to listen, shoulder to lean on, the warmest smile, cheek pinch, hug, infectious laugh and, oh, did she love to hoot at a sports game and tell a joke, and even if she messed up the punchline or the joke wasn’t that funny you just had to laugh because she was just that cute. She was simply the best, most loving, God fearing wife, mother and friend anyone could have ever asked for.

She is survived by her son, Cameron McKay and wife Jessica, and their children, Rylee, Grace and William; her daughter, Katherine McKay and her two children, Brooke and Ross, all of Oakland; her brother, Roger Pillsbury and sisters, Diane Mosher, Debbie Grant and a predeceased brother, Ferran.

Her extended family consisted of dear friends, from her sisters-in-law, local friends of Maine, and her college friends, forever to be named the “Ogunquit Girls,” although they had spread their wings from Ogunquit in more recent years, and you all know who you are, what your friendships meant and how forever grateful Brenda was for all of you.

A graveside burial where Brenda’s ashes will be placed by her husband’s will be held in Bingham, on Route 201, right on the river at 10 a.m., on Sunday, August 11. There will be a celebration of life following at T and B’s Banquet Center, in Skowhegan, on Route 201 from noon – 2 p.m., where refreshments will be served.

JUDITH A. TURMELLE

FAIRFIELD – Judith A. Turmelle, 73, passed away Friday, July 12, 2019, at her home, in Fairfield. She was born November 10, 1945, in Waterville, the daughter of Alphonse and Adele (Dube) Turmelle.

She attended Immaculate Heart of Mary School and graduated from Lawrence High School, both in Fairfield, in 1963. She was employed at Huhtamaki (formerly Keyes Fibre), in Waterville, from 1967 to 2011 when she retired after 44 years, to spend time with her family. She was also a bookkeeper, then worked for the Hathaway Shirt Company, in Waterville. Judith was a member of the USW Paper Workers Union and enjoyed spending time with her two cats, “the little ones,” Hunter and Austin, spending time and talking to her granddaughter, Bella and daughter, Jaimie.

Judith is survived by her daughter, Jaimie Turmelle, of Exeter, New Hampshire; granddaughter, Bella Garland, of Exeter, New Hampshire; three sisters, Antoinette Duguay and husband Albert, and Juliette Thomas, all of Fairfield, and Jeanette Michaud and husband Andrew, of Biddeford.

She was predeceased by her brother, Robert Turmelle and wife Dorothy; brother-in-law, David Thomas.

A graveside service will be held Friday, July 26, 2019, at 10:00 a.m., at St. Francis Cemetery, 78 Grove Street, Waterville, followed by a gathering at 29 Savage Street, Fairfield.

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Judith’s memory c/o Jaimie Turmelle, 7 Adler Street, Exeter, New Hampshire 03833.

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

LEON N. ADAMS

BENTON – Leon N. Adams, 91, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2019, at Northern Light Inland Hospital, in Waterville. He was born April 2, 1928, in Benton, the son of Leon C. and Mildred (Nightingale) Adams.

He was a veteran who proudly served his country in the U. S. Army during the Korean War until his honorable discharge. He was employed for many years as a Mill Wright/Carpenter Union. He was a member of the American Legion, Masons, Scottish Rites, Shriners, and Elks #905, Waterville. Leon participated in the Farmers Market at the Two-Cent Bridge, in Waterville, and volunteered at the Fairfield Food Bank. He enjoyed trapping and hunting.

Leon is survived by his children, Rebecca Adams Kudagama, Martha Adams Hall, Anthony Adams, Beth Adams Sylvester and husband Richard; grandchildren, Chad Doyon, John Doyon, Matthew Sylvester, Micheal Corson, Joshua Sylvester, Ashely Hall, Tiffanie Adams; many great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his wife of 54 years, Jean (Cram) Adams and son, Otis Adams.

A Celebration of Life will be held August 1, 2019, at 2 p.m., at Brown Memorial Methodist Church, in Clinton. Private graveside service will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Leon’s memory to Maine Trapper’s, Central Maine Chapter, CMC, C/O Dan McAllister, 54 Patterson Road, Hampden, ME 04444.

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

DAVID P. STEWART

ALBION – David Paul Stewart, 72, passed away Sunday, July 14, 2019, at the Togus Hospice House after having fought a courageous battle with cancer. David was born on August 12, 1946 in Lewiston, the son of Paul Stewart Sr. and Wilma (Clark) Stewart.

David attended schools in East Thorndike and Brooks. David returned to night school later in life and earned his GED. David loved to go the local store and play pool and talk to his friends. David coached both his sons when playing baseball. He also liked to attend the local stock car races.

David served in the Army during the Vietnam War and was stationed in Germany. It was during basic training he met his best friend, Carl McCue, and later married Carl’s sister, Mary. David owned a business spraying barns and roadsides for pest control. David became a self-employed poultry farmer in 1981 until 1997, when he became disabled. David belonged to the American Legion, in Unity.

David leaves behind his wife, Mary, whom he was married to for 45 years. David also has two sons and a daughter. Heidi Wilson and husband, Steve Wilson; grandson, Andrew Stewart, and great-grandchildren, Abby and Cody; Michael Stewart and wife, Nicole Stewart, grandchildren, Abbi, Sage, Ashtynn, Ryan and Mikey; Shaun Stewart and wife, Suzette and grandchildren, Ethan, Nathan and Jacob and Erica Stewart and Chip Clapperton, of Fairfield. He also has a brother, Paul Stewart Jr. and wife, Laura, nieces, Samantha and Jessica and nephew, Nick; nephews, Kurt Parker and wife Kerri, and Randy Parker and wife Holly.

David was predeceased by his mother, Wilma and father, Paul; and a sister, Linda Parker and husband Jerry Parker.

A celebration of life will be held on July 27, at 1 p.m. at the Benjamin Berry Legion Hall, in Unity. Burial with military honors will be held at 1 p.m. on August 12, at Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery on the Mt. Vernon Road, in Augusta.

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

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

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the surviving spouse or American Legion, Benjamin Berry Post #50, Unity, Maine 04988.

OTHERS DEPARTED

MARILYN C. GIROUX, 91, of Smithfield, passed away on Friday July 12, 2019. Locally, she is survived by a granddaughter, Stephanie Giroux Bouchard and husband Ryan, of Waterville, and grandson Anthony Giroux and his wife Meghan, of Winslow.

SHIRLEY I. MARDEN, 91, of Waterville, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2019. Locally, she is survived by a daughter, Sharon and husband Bob, of Winslow; brother-in-law, Donald Marden and wife Anne, of Oakland, and stepmother, Cathy Marshall, of Waterville.

LOCAL TIES

DEBORAH A. COTTER, 51, of Washington, DC, a former Waterville resident, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 17, 2019, at her home. She was a graduate of Oak Grove-Coburn School, in Vassalboro, receiving the headmaster’s award. Following graduation from Wells College, in Aurora, New York, she worked her entire career starting with U.S. Senator George J. Mitchell, and then moving on after his retirement to the office of the Senate Historian, the National Archives and then to the nonprofit sector.

GARY CLANCY

CHINA – Gary Clancy, 67, died peacefully at home on Tuesday, June 18, 2019, following a heroic struggle with cancer. Gary was born in Troy, New York, on November 12, 1951, the son of John and Rosaline Clancy.

Gary graduated from La Salle Institute, a Catholic college preparatory school in New York, studied liberal arts at Hudson Valley Community College, received an associate’s degree in culinary arts from Schenectady Community College, a bachelor’s degree in food service administration from SUNY Empire State College and received a bachelor’s degree in business administration from  SUNY, at Albany.

As a young musician in the ‘60s and early ‘70s Gary had an illustrious career  touring the east coast, sharing the stage with or opening for many renown national acts (garyclancy.wixsite.com/gary-clancy/old-skool-recording).  Early in his professional career Gary took a respite from music, becoming, a food service administrator for numerous hospitals in Boston, Massachusetts.  However, passion for music brought Gary to Mid Coast Maine to pursue his dreams. Gary became the owner/music director of the “Dr. Music” program from June 1985 until June 2004.  Gary brought music students to a higher level of playing and education.

From June 1985 until 2013 Gary was a music educator/private instructor, teaching a variety of instruments and music related topics at Northern Kingdom Music.  As owner of FNA Recording productions and Rosewood Recording Studio from July 1988 to October 2000, in Bremen, Gary created and produced a variety of multimedia recordings for TV, radio, film, and CD release.  As an adjunct professor of jazz and contemporary music at University of Maine in Augusta and Rockland,  from 1987 to present , Gary taught the music business curriculum, guitar, bass and ensembles.  His latest endeavors included guitar and bass instruction at Mid Coast Music Academy and owning Old Skool Recording Productions, in South China, a complete multimedia recording and production facility.

He is survived by his wife Dara Sorchini Clancy; siblings Jack Clancy and wife Kelly, Deb Clancy Wager, and his brother from another mother, “Texas Joey;” his nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles; the extended Sorchini family and Sugar Shey.

Friends and relatives are invited to visit from 2 – 4 p.m., Saturday, July 20, at Burpee, Carpenter & Hutchins Funeral Home, 110 Limerock Street, Rockland, where a celebration of Gary’s life will begin at 4 p.m. As a founding faculty member of Midcoast Music Academy, Gary’s passion for music and education will live on through the Gary Clancy Memorial Scholarship Fund. This will help fulfill the mission of allowing any dedicated student to study music regardless of financial constraint. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Gary Clancy Memorial Scholarship Fund, by visiting  www.midcoastmusicacademy.com or contact MCMA directly by phone 207-701-7410, email info@midcoastmusicacademy.com or at Midcoast Music Academy, 279 Main Street, Suite 5, Rockland, ME 04841.

To share a memory or story with Gary’s family, please visit their online Book of Memories at www.bchfh.com.

RAMONA A. POTTER

PALERMO – Ramona A. Potter, 82, passed away on Friday, July 5, 2019, at Northern Light Inland Hospital, in Waterville, following a long illness. She was born October 30, 1936, in Freedom, the daughter of Percy and Sylvia (Jones) Bessey.

She was a graduate of Erskine Academy, in South China. On June 25, 1954, she married Richard L. Potter, in Palermo. She was employed for many years as a foreman at Lipman’s Poultry, in Augusta, then as a certified nurse’s aide for 25 years at the Augusta Center for Health and Rehabilitation until her retirement. Ramona enjoyed gardening, playing Bingo, and casinos. Holiday cooking for her children and grandchildren was a passion in her life, carried down from her mother.

Ramona is survived by her son, Bryan Potter and wife Darleen, of Waterville; grandchildren, Shannon Potter, of Freeport, Ammanda Potter, of Waterville, Jesse Potter, of Portland, Angiemarie Manter and husband Lewie, of Pittston, Karrianne Potter-Maxwell and husband Jason, of Cape Elizabeth, Richard Potter and wife Danica, of Owls Head, Smitty Potter and wife Kim, of Carmel; brother, Chester Bessey and wife Irene, of Syracuse, New York; nephew, David Bessey and wife Beth, of Mexico, New York; son-in-law, Gary Vannah, of Waldoboro; several great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband Richard Potter; mother, Sylvia Bessey; daughter, Bonnie Potter Vannah; son, Richard C. Potter; and daughter-in-law, Marrianne Potter.

A private family graveside service will be held Saturday, July 13, 2019 at 11 a.m., at Greeley Corner Cemetery, Route 3, Palermo. A Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m. at the Palermo Christian Church, in Palermo.

In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Ramona’s memory to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Road, Waterville, ME 04901.

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

WILLIAM J. HUGHES

VASSALBORO – William J. “Bill” Hughes, 58, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2019, following a year-long battle with lung cancer and COPD. He was born in Augusta, on December 29, 1960, the son of the late Myron and Carol (Csengery) Hughes.

He graduated from Erskine Academy, in South China, class of 1980, and had been employed as a mechanic in various locations throughout Maine and Connecticut, most recently at ACE Tire, in Waterville.

Bill enjoyed the outdoors, gardening and spending time with friends and family.

Bill is survived by children: Jonathan Hughes and his fiancé, Michelle Oakes, of Vassalboro, and Corrie Thompson and her husband Matt, of Southington, Connecticut; sisters, Cynthia St. Peter and Bob Bower, of Monmouth, Katie Hughes and Wayne Picard, of Vassalboro; brothers, Stephen Hughes and his wife, Lisa, and Tim and Karen Hughes, all of Vassalboro; two grandchildren, Tiffany Hughes and Payton Thompson; as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Condolences, stories and photos may be shared through the funeral home website at: www.plummerfh.com.

LINDA J. LIZOTTE

WINSLOW – Linda J. Lizotte, 71, passed away Sunday, June 23, 2019, following a very brief illness, at Lakewood Continuing Care Center.

She was born on January 28, 1948, in Waterville. She graduated from Mount Merici Academy, in Waterville, and then went on to Holy Ghost School of Nursing, in Cambridge, Massachusetts. She returned home to begin her 45-year journey of providing healing and comfort to thousands of patients. She spent 24 years at Mid-Maine Medical Center, now known at MaineGeneral Medical Center, in Waterville, in the Cardiac Care Unit first at the Elizabeth Ann Seton Hospital and then Thayer Hospital. After a merger, Linda then began her 21 years of service at Mount Saint Joseph Nursing Home, all in Waterville. In those 45 years, she inspired, mentored and touched hundreds of co-workers to be caregiver she was.

Linda and Robert were married on June 7, 1969. They spent their lives opening their home for all their daughter’s friends for many nights of pool, pong wars and watching Tales from the Crypt. She became “mama Lizotte” to many adopted children who would see her years later and they would still call her “Ma.”

Linda was an avid sports fan. From watching both her girls and grandson become Winslow Black Raiders, she never missed a single game when not working for both her girls. She also never missed a New England Patriots or Boston Red Sox game. She was known to make a $3 bet with anyone who would take her up on it for any game, especially during March Madness. In fact, when Linda got sick, her first concern was missing the next Super Bowl.

Linda was predeceased by her parents, Joseph and Cora Bolduc; her husband, Robert; her sister, Lorraine; and several cousins.

She is survived by her two daughters and their spouses, Michelle and Stan McAvoy, Renee and Jay Pfingst; and her only grandson, Joe Pfingst; cousin, Sandra; several other cousins, nieces, nephews.

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

In lieu of flowers, it would make her so proud to have any donations to the Winslow Football Boosters, c/o Danielle Newgard, 13 Paul Street, Winslow, Maine 04901.

NEIL J. FRANCOEUR

FAIRFIELD – Neil Joseph Francoeur, 66, passed away Monday, June 24, 2019. He was born in Waterville on October 18, 1952, the son of Alcide and Gertrude Francoeur.

He graduated from Winslow High School in 1972. He worked for Maine Central Railroad, Maine Track Maintenance, and Maine Eastern Railroad doing track maintenance for 37 years.

He loved fishing and spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. He enjoyed puttering around the outside at home and working in his gardens.

He was predeceased by his father, Alcide Francoeur; his mother- and father-in-law, Neil and Alberta Macklin; his brothers-in-law, Roderick Macklin and Paul Hamlin.

Neil is survived by his wife of 43 years, Donna Macklin Francoeur; his daughters, Janet Francoeur, and Kelly Marquis and her husband Kyle Marquis; his special grandchildren Caleb Marquis and Abigail Marquis; his mother Gertrude Francoeur; his siblings Jane Bourgoin, Ronald Francoeur and wife Judy, Pearl Pawlowski, Paula Rowe and Joey Francoeur; his in-laws, June Hamlin, Jim Macklin, Susan and Harold Shaw, Dale Macklin, Peter Macklin, Robert and Theresa Macklin, Ronda and John Weeks, Jeff Macklin, Ethel Macklin, Debra Lee Marios; many nieces and nephews.

DANIEL E. BEARCE

SOMERVILLE – Daniel Everett Bearce, 62, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2019, at his home in Somerville. Daniel was born in Waterville to Doris and Orrin Bearce on December 18, 1956, and was one of seven children.

Daniel graduated from Waterville High School in 1975. In 1978, Daniel’s first son, Jacob Daniel, was born to him and his first wife Pamela Thomas. Daniel then married Katherine Thimble in 1983. They then had two children, Joseph Everett and Jessica Joyce. In 1983 they moved to Frye Road, in Somerville, where they then lived for the next 21 years. In 2005, they moved only a few miles, remaining in Somerville.

Daniel spent most of his working career in the tire business. Daniel had a passion for cars and enjoyed time standing at the counter of Lee’s Tire, in Hallowell, speaking with customers and friends, talking about anything from tires to fishing and most everything else that came up. Daniel then retired in 2004 due to physical ailments.

Daniel spent much of his younger years hunting and fishing. Daniel traveled across the state seeking out new areas to fish and explore. He spent the summers trolling on any number of lakes and in the winter, he could be found on the ice, fishing for hours. Following his retirement, he continued to spend as much time as he could handle outside, but his focus changed to his 13 grandchildren. Daniel loved seeing them whenever possible, always making sure he had a gift or present for each of them.

Daniel is survived by his son, Joseph Everett Bearce his wife Monique Marie Bearce, and their two children, Aleeya and Avry, of Windsor; his daughter, Jessica Joyce Bearce Mathews and her husband Jacob Norman Mathews, and their six children, Alexia, Katie, Grace, Caroline, Charlotte, and Johnathan of Whitefield; his son, Jacob Daniel Bearce his wife Misti Annalee Bearce and their five children, Brandon, Dustin, Anna, Sophia and Sawyer, of Waterville; his brothers, Jeffrey and wife Joanna Bearce, John and wife Patty Bearce; sisters, Kathy Bearce, Lisa Mitchell and husband Steve, and Paula Katyryniuk and husband Ron.

Daniel was predeceased by wife, Katherine Ann; his parents, Orrin and Doris Bearce; and sister, Deborah Bearce Walsh.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Aable Cremation Service, LLC, Waterville..

In lieu of flowers, Daniel requested that donations be made to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. www.cff.org.

MERTON D. RICHARDS SR.

BENTON – Merton David Richards Sr., 88, passed away on Friday, June 28, 2019, at his home in Benton. He was born on November 19, 1930, to David and Hildred (Shores) Richards, in Benton.

In 1969, Merton and Virginia purchased the farmhouse that he was raised in, and started his dairy farm, Richards View Farm. Soon after, he purchased his first dump truck, and that was the beginning of Merton Richards, Inc. He was happiest behind the wheel of a dump truck or on a tractor. He was a farmer at heart, and took great pride in his land. His weathered hands showed all the years of hard work. He took great pride in making sure each and every job that was done, big or small, was a job well done. None of which could have been done without his other boys, Ronnie Harris, Bruce (Little Man) Gerow, Tim Bickford, Gene Robinson, Tim (Tea-Pot) Gerow, Keith (cooter) Webber, Merlin Irving, David Drew, Anthony Adams, and the many more who have come and gone over the years.

Mert will be remembered for his teasing jokes, his entertaining stories, his unfailing work ethic and that generous smile. His memory will be cherished and kept alive by his wife, all his boys, his grandchildren, Benjamin, Randall, Payton, Kaitlin and Maurisa. All the relationships that he built throughout his lifetime that all had a special place in his heart, and usually a place in one of his many stories.

The many ups and downs that Merton faced in the last few weeks would not have been possible without his daughter-in-law, Meca, who never left his side.

He was predeceased by his brother, Lawson James.

He is survived by Affie Mae, Grace Hazel, Winthrop Randolph, Lorraine Hildred, Roger Henry, Gary Paul, Sherry Lou, and Linda Kay. Merton; his wife of 51 years, Virginia E. (Brann) Richards; two children; Brian and Merton Richards Jr.

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

Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral & Cremation Care, 107 Main Street, Fairfield.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Road, Waterville, ME 04901.

ELAINE E. WILSON

OAKLAND – Elaine Esther (Harris) Wilson, 83, passed away on Monday, July 1, 2019. Elaine was born December 2, 1935, at the home in East Newport, the third child of Philip Byron Harris and Jean Culleton Harris. and joined older sister Joyce and older brother David.

After graduating from Waterville High School, she went to work for the Hathaway Shirt Company, in Waterville, and in later years she could be found at the KMD McDonald’s as a cook on the breakfast crew.

In 1959 she married John Cresap McCoy and their first child Linda May was born. They then moved to Damariscottta where John managed a Reny’s Department Store. John-John, born March 1966 and Tommy born January 1969, were both born in Damariscotta. They lived there for a few years then moved back to the Waterville area.

In later years Elaine married Harold Wilson ,of Ohio Hill Road, Fairfield Center. They enjoyed many happy years together until Harold’s death in May 2015. A couple of years later Elaine sold their home and moved to her daughter Linda’s home in Oakland where Linda’s daughter Shelby also resided. Shelby’s daughter, Lyla Poussard, was a frequent visitor and needless to say was a special treat for Elaine.

Her hobbies included sewing, knitting pretty wool socks, making fancy quilts with friend Nancy, baking and reading.

A faithful servant of the Lord, Elaine performed all church callings with spiritual goodness. She was loved by many members of the Skowhegan Ward, Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As well as from the Waterville, Maine Ward. She was also a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, the Mayflower Society and for many years did volunteer service at Inland Hospital.

Elaine is survived by her daughter Linda May McCoy; her stepsons Jeff Wilson and his wife Sherry, of Unity, Greg Wilson and wife Donna, of Benton, and Gary Wilson and wife Debbie, of Clinton; her grandchildren Brian Matthew Bolduc and wife Meredith, of Standish, Matthew John Bolduc and wife Janelle, of Mt Laurel, New Jersey, Allan Dennis Bolduc and wife Candice, of Minot, North Carolina, and Shelby Petersen, of Oakland; Jeff Wilson’s children, Chris and his family and Corey and his wife Sarah and their children; Greg Wilson’s, children Daniel Wilson Julie and Jason Bearce; great- grandchildren Logan, Charlotte and Amelia Bolduc, children of Matthew and Janelle, Corbin, son of Brian and Meredith; multiple nephews, nieces and cousins; two sisters, Bonnie Drouin and her husband John, of Oakland and Joyce Thompson, of Pennsylvania; brother Byron Harris, of Pennsylvania.

She was predeceased by her brother David Lewis Harris who passed away on August 3, 2016, and his wife and bride of many years “Dottie” passed away recently, March 23, 2019.

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

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

OTHERS DEPARTED

NANCY L. AKERS, 72, of Waterville, passed away on Saturday, May 25, 2019, at her home. Locally, she is survived by her husband David J. Akers Sr., of Waterville, daughters Alice Fletcher and husband John, of China, Melissa Fletcher and husband Mark, and son David J. Akers Jr. and wife Rachel, all of Albion.

DAVIS P. CROWELL, 73, of Washington, passed away on Sunday, June 2, 2019, at his home. Locally, he is survived by a daughter Dorothy Wyman and husband George, of Washington.

MICHAEL G. TOMAN, 68, of Crystal River, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, June 5, 2019, following a brief illness. Locally, he is survived by his mother, Lois Ozias, of Jefferson, and his stepmother, Joyce Toman, of Winslow; and sister-in-law, Jidith Martin, of Jefferson.

JOHN H. PARLIN III, of Waldoboro, passed away on Saturday, June 8, 2019. Locally, he is survived by a grandson, Derek Brilyea, of Jefferson.

TOM D. LARRABEE, 71, of Hallowell, passed awaty on Tuesday, June 11, 2019, at his home, following a long illness. Locally, he is survived by a son, David G. Larrabee and wife Kimberly, of South China.