LINDA M. FRANCIS

VASSALBORO––Linda M. Francis, 60, died Friday, Nov­ember 11, 2016, following an unexpected illness. She was born February 28, 1956, to Henry James Sr. and Georgiette Noella (Smedberg) Francis. She came from a family of 13, being one of the eldest siblings; she helped to raise her brothers and sisters. This is just one of many aspects that helped to mold her into the caring, loving person that she was.

She was an avid animal lover; she spent years helping abandoned, abused, and neglected animals. Linda was a member of the Wagmatcook First Nation, located in Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia. She was a very proud and strong Native American woman, belonging to the Mi’kmaq tribe.

Linda loved being a mother and grandmother; she was very loving, protective and nurturing. She was an amazing cook and loved to have big dinners, surrounding herself with her family and friends, as she was a second mom to many. She will be missed by all those who have been blessed to have known her, and thought of daily.

Linda and William met at the young age of 16 and fell in love. Together, they had three wonderful children.

She was predeceased by her parents, Henry and Georgiette Francis; mother-in-law Louella Jane Spaulding; and brothers-in-law Timmy Spaulding and Roy Spaulding.

She is survived by her husband, William Spaulding, of Vassalboro; their three children, William Francis and spouse Danielle Gagnon, of Smithfield; Shelly Francis, of Waterville; and Heather Spaulding, of Vassalboro; six grandchildren, Billy Edmunds-Francis and wife Kelly, and their two daughters, Mackenzie and Lakelynn Grace, of Patten; Chris and Alexis Fillyaw, of Waterville; Brittney and Brennen Francis, of Smithfield; and Jaidynn Higgins, of Vassalboro; a niece who was there every day helping her, Courtney Rowe, of Fairfield; father-in-law, Edward Spaulding, of Waterville; brothers-in-law, Eddie, Bert, Danny, and Woody Spaulding; sister-in-law, Lisa Madore; brothers, Henry, Frankie and Jamie Francis, of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia; sisters, Lena Collette, of Maine; and Vickie Price, Merry Francis, Diane Francis, Nancy Ricker, and Madeline and Theresa Francis, of Cape Breton, Nova Scotia.

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

Memorial donations may be made to a Humane Society of your choice.

PRISCILLE B. HALLEE

WINSLOW – Priscille B. Hallee, 81, passed away on Thursday, Novem­ber 12, 2016. She was born on April 11, 1935, the second daughter of Edgar and Yvonne (Boulette) Poulin.

She spent all of her life in the Winslow/Waterville area. She attended Notre Dame Parochial School, and Waterville Junior High School.

On November 26, 1953, she married Terence “Terry” Hallee, at Notre Dame Catholic Church, on Water Street, in Waterville at 7 a.m., on Thanksgiving Day.

Pris is survived by her husband of 63 years, Terry Hallee; sons, Marc Hallee, of Orlando, Florida, Luc Hallee and wife Cheryl, of Brandon, Florida; granddaughters Amber and Chelsea, both of Brandon, Florida; sister, Jeanne and her husband E. Roger Hallee, of Waterville, Claire Donley, of New Seabury, Cape Cod, Massachusetts, Francine Pepin and her husband Dr. Andrew Pepin, of Great Falls, Virginia; brother, Arthur Poulin and his wife Gail Frazer, of Greenwich, New York; brother-in-law, Clarence Hallee and his wife Joy, of Hermon; Jerome Hallee, of Amhurst, Nova Scotia, Bernard Hallee and his wife Sandy, of Georgetown, Texas; sister-in-law, Marlene Hallee, of Mesa, Arizona; brother-in-law Richard Ouellette, of Atlantic Beach, Florida; many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was predeceased by her parents; her in-laws, Albert and Leonie Hallee; sister, Claudette Ouellette; sisters-in-law, Priscilla Riley and Celeste Goldrup.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

Memorial donations may be made to St. John the Baptist Catholic School, 15 South Garand St., Winslow, ME 04901 or Sisters Servants of the Blessed Sacrament, 101 Silver St., Waterville, ME 04901.

RACHAEL J. GOODWIN

WINSLOW –– Rachael J. Goodwin, 98, of Winslow, passed away Sunday, November 13, 2016, at Inland Hospital, in Waterville, following a brief illness. Rachael was born February 28, 1918, in Madison, the daughter of Edward and Grace (Ouellette) Mathieu.

She was educated in the local schools and graduated from Winslow High School, class of 1936.

She married Louis Goodwin, on August 12, 1939, and they shared 76 years together until his death July 22, 2016.

Rachael was a communicant of Saint Sebastian Catholic Church, in Madison, and a member of the Daughters of Isabella.

For a time, Rachael worked as an instructional aide at the Weston Avenue school in Madison.

Rachael had a real zest for life, which was evident in her determination, tenacity and boundless energy. She loved to bake, knit and play bingo, where she made many good friends.

In addition to her husband, Rachael was predeceased by her parents; brothers, Lawrence Mathieu and Francis Mathieu; and sisters, Bernadette Daigle and Jeanette Spenard.

She is survived by two sons, Peter Goodwin and wife Rae, of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and Paul Goodwin and wife Jennifer, of Madison. She is also survived by eight grandchildren: Michelle Goodwin, Mark Goodwin, Anita Krazenski, Danny Goodwin, Christina Sylvestre, Erica Violette, Ryan Goodwin and Adam Goodwin; nine great-grandchildren; niece, Patricia Tobey and husband Harry; as well as several other nieces and nephews.

OTHERS DEPARTED

HAROLD RINGUETTE SR., 69, of Saint Cloud, Florida, passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2016, at the Saint Cloud Hospital, following a brief illness. Locally, he is survived by his children, Lisa Pullen and husband Kevin, of Winslow, Jonathan Cote and wife Cheryl, of Vassalboro, Harold Ringuette Jr. and partner Tara Fecteau, of Vassalboro; sister Meta Vigue, and Sylvia Pressey and husband Robert, all of Winslow; aunt, Mary King, of Waterville.

THELMA V. GOODWIN

WATERVILLE – Thelma V. (LaFrance) Goodwin, 82, of Waterville, died peacefully on Sunday, October 23, 2016, at Mount Saint Joseph, in Waterville.

Thelma was born in Fort Kent on March 4, 1935, to Alphonse and Anna Marie Eva (Charest) LaFrance.

She spent much of her youth enjoying life by spending time with her friends and dancing the night away. She loved animals and enjoyed the companionship of many cats and dogs in her life. The only thing she loved more than dancing and animals was her love for family as evidenced by the glowing smile on her face when accompanied by a loved one.

When she wasn’t dancing, Thelma worked many hours waitressing. She also spent time working at the dye house at the former Cascade Woolen Mill, in Oakland, and retooling ammo with her late husband at their home-based business in Springvale.

Thelma is survived by her best friend of 45 years, Pamela Stickney and her partner George Clemmer Jr., her step-son James J. Goodwin and his wife Kim, her grandchildren Jamie and James A. Goodwin and his wife Randi, Michael and Stacie Poulin, Raheem, Arianna, Alea, and Jasmine Goodwin, her great-grandchildren Gabriel Bernier and James R. and Elijah Goodwin. She is also survived by numerous other step-children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Per Thelma’s request, she will be buried next to her late husband, James Alan Goodwin, at McClary Cemetery in Epsom, New Hampshire, with no formal service.

Memorial donations can be made to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Road, Waterville, Maine 04901.

ELMORE F. CLOUGH

WINSLOW – Elmore “Bill” R. Clough, 73, of Winslow, passed away Friday, October 28, 2016.

Bill was proud of his 29 years of military service, master at arms in the Navy, and Army Reserves. He was also a police officer and security guard. He was a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends listening to country music; traveling the country; hunting, fishing, and square dancing. He was loved and adored by those who were fortunate to have their lives enriched by his presence.

He was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Marion Clough; wife of 39 years, Joan; and long-time friend, Joe Plisga.

Bill leaves behind stepsons, Danny Hale and wife Dorothy, David Hale and wife Ellen, and Fletcher Hale and wife Jessie; daughter, Tawnya Clough; fiancée, Cynthia Lambert and her children, John Lambert and wife Lisa, Renee Raymond and husband Gary, Rachael Currie and husband Sean, and Michael Lambert and wife Michelle; brothers, Robert Clough and wife Joanne, and Fred Clough and wife Roberta; twin sister, Barbara Butterfield and husband Dennis; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at: directcremationofmaine.com.

Memorial donations can be made to: Paralyzed Veterans America, Donation Processing Center, 7 Mill Brook Road, Wilton NH 03086.

JANE PARKER CARLSON

FAIRFIELD – Jane Parker Carlson, 81, passed away suddenly in Lawrence, Massachusetts, Saturday, October 29, 2016, following a brief illness. Jane was born in New Haven, Connecticut, February 18, 1935, the daughter of the late Ralph and Evelyn (Gates) Parker.

Working her way through college, she graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a bachelor’s degree in child development in 1956.

Upon graduating, Jane worked as a teacher at Lincoln Elementary School in Providence, Rhode Island. She married Robert W. Carlson in 1957 and moved to Pensacola, Florida, while her husband served in the Navy.

They then lived in Warwick, Rhode Island, and moved to Fairfield in 1965.

Jane quickly became involved in the Fairfield community, volunteering as a Brownie and Girl Scout Leader. For 30 years, she was a trustee of the Lawrence Public Library, serving as chairman for most of that time. As a member of the Fairfield United Methodist Church since 1971, Jane shared her love for God in many ways: teaching Sunday school and serving in the trustee committee, staff Parish relations committee, worship committee, United Methodist Women, and as lay leader, to name a few.

Deepening further her commitment to her community, Jane served on the board of the Fairfield Food Pantry where she was instrumental in its inception. She also enjoyed giving out the bread to the guests at the pantry on Thursdays. In addition, Jane worked as a long-term substitute teacher and taught many children in SAD #49 from 1979 to 1997.

Jane was a voracious reader and for many years enjoyed being involved in the Waterville Antiques Club. She loved spending her summers with her family and their dog, Clancy, at their cottage in Belfast.

She was predeceased by her parents; and sister, Nancy (Parker) Benyi.

Jane is survived by her husband, Robert W. Carlson; son, David P. Carlson and wife Melinda; daughters, Susan

C. Reny and husband Joseph, and Sarah J. Follette and husband Thomas; grandchildren, Elizabeth J. Rice and husband Jason, Emily S. Reny, Jacob C. Reny, Benjamin J. Carlson, Katherine J. Follette and Allysson E. Follette; and her great-granddaughter, Madelyn E. Rice.

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

Memorial donations may be made to the Fairfield Interfaith Food Pantry, 23 Lawrence Avenue, Fairfield ME 04937, or, Lawrence Public Library, 33 Lawrence Avenue, Fairfield ME 04937.

THERESA VIGUE POTELLE

WINSLOW­­ – Theresa Vigue Potelle, of Benton, passed away Sunday, October 30, 2016, at Oak Grove Center, in Waterville. She was born in North Vassalboro, March 28, 1931, the daughter of George and Adelaide (Grenier) Vigue.

Educated in Waterville schools, she worked at the Diamond Match Company, in Oakland, followed by C. F. Hathaway Company, in Waterville.

Theresa enjoyed reading, and also spending time with her husband Romeo at the family cottage on China Lake, and their winter months in Florida.

Theresa was predeceased by her husband, Romeo; sisters, Melvina Cox, Rose Peverada, Pauline Chase, Madeline Marcoux, Martha Rogers, and Christine Burgess; and brothers, Norman Pete Vigue, Donald Vigue, and George Vigue.

She is survived by her brother, Richard Vigue, of Texas; her sister, Joann Deschaine, of Winslow; a niece, Bernadette LaPierre, of Portland and several other nieces and nephews.

Condolences may be expressed and memories shared at: www.lawrybrothers.com.

Memorial donations may be made to the organization of your choice.

RICHARD V. WILLETTE, SR.

FAIRFIELD – Richard (Dick) V. Willette, Sr., 83, died unexpectedly, Sunday, October 30, 2016, in Albion. He was born in Shawmut on June 11, 1922, son of Raymond and Connie (Murphy) Willette.

Dick was the former owner of Chase Fuel Company, in Winslow, for over 52 years until he sold his business to the Dead River Company in 2001. Dick was a founding member of the Sacred Heart Soup Kitchen, which opened in September 1980 in the basement of Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Pleasant Street, in Waterville.

He participated in cooking meals on Tuesdays and Thursday in the kitchen.

Dick was the president and member of the board of directors for the Humane Society Waterville Area for over 30 years, a member of the Waterville Order of Elks #905, while serving for the Elks, Dick drove the Elks Association van all over the state of Maine offering free blood pressure, cholesterol and other tests. He was also a member of the Waterville Lions club, where he served as past district governor for the State Lions Club. He also served as vice president of the Rome Grange and master of the Cascade Grange until it closed, as a member of the Antique Auto of Maine, you could see him drive his 1941 Ford Tudor sedan locally and in parades around the state. Dick was also involved in the Odd Fellows Club of Albion.

He was predeceased by his first wife, Grace, who passed away in 2010.

Dick is survived by his wife, Gloria Ann (Robinson) Willette, of Fairfield; two sons, Richard V. Willette, Jr., and Bruce J. Willette; sister Rose Mary Ronco, of Gardiner; several grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.

An online guestbook may be signed and condolences expressed at www.gallantfh.com

Memorial donations can be made to: The Sacred Heart Soup Kitchen, 70 Pleasant Street, Waterville ME 04901 or:, Loving Caring Hands Food Pantry, 33 Greene Road, Fairfield ME 04937.

DONALD G. GIROUX SR.

FAIRFIELD – Donald “Don” G. Giroux Sr., 88, died Wednesday, November 2, 2016, at home. Don was born in Fairfield on October 18, 1928, to Henry James and Louise (Gousse) Giroux.

He was a lifelong resident of Fairfield and received his education at the Immaculate Heart of Mary School and Lawrence High School. As part of his later employment with Keyes Fibre, in Waterville, Don completed courses in industrial management. Don began his work life as a roofer with Dana Drew Roofing Co. He worked 27 years for Keyes Fibre Company, initially as an accomplished tinsmith and later as a supervisor, retiring in 1987.

Don was, for several years, a corporator of the former Waterville Savings Bank and served on its advisory board. For many years he was a member of the Board of Trustees of Kennebec Valley Vocational Center Enterprises, Inc. In addition, Don was a member of the Waterville Industrial Management Association.

Don served as general chairman of the M,.S.A.D. #49 Chapter of Dollars for Scholars Residential Fund Drive during its first years of existence. He was a member of the Fairfield Town Charter commission. In the early to late 1960s, Don served as vice-president of Little League baseball and was a member of the Pop Warner football committee, as well as coaching in both sports.

Starting in 1958, Don served three years on the town planning board, and seven years as a school board member for M.S.A.D. #49, which included serving as a chairman for two years. He also served 15 years as a town councilman, and served either as chairman or secretary for several years during that period. Don served many years on the town budget committee. He was a conservative and truly believed that you should spend “within your means” to pay. In 2009, Don again ran for the town council and elected to a three-year term.

When his term was up, Don was presented plaques of appreciation for 54 years of service to the town, from both the Fairfield Town Council and the state of Maine. Don was very appreciative of this recognition.

Don was an excellent craftsman, building from Maine to Minnesota, helping his children with their homes.

Building was a “labor of love” for Don, including all aspects of construction: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, etc. He particularly enjoyed “finish work,” especially when working with oak lumber. Don could build anything and he was an accomplished finish carpenter. He also was an excellent sheet metal worker whose skill has been on display for decades in the crosses that adorn the former Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Fairfield.

Don enjoyed fishing, golfing, and travelling with his wife, the former Cynthia Cleveland, whom he married November 10, 1949. They celebrated 64-plus years together before her death January 28, 2014.

Besides his wife Cynthia, Don was predeceased by his parents; his sisters, Bernadette Dionne, and Lucille Marquis; brother, Kenneth C. Giroux; and his half-brothers, Leland and Lewis  Giroux.

Don is survived by one daughter, Rebecca Giroux, of Albion; three sons, Scott and wife Anne, of Winslow, Christopher, of Tempe, Arizona, and D. Gregory Jr. and wife Mary, of Mahtowa, Minnesota. Don is also survived by ten grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; brother-in-law Wilfred Marcotte, of Oregon; and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations may be made to MaineGeneral HomeCare & Hospice, 10 Webb Street, Waterville ME 04901.

LOTTIE BOUTIN

WINSLOW––Lottie Flagg Butler Boutin, 100, of Winslow, passed away Wednesday, November 2, 2016, at Woodlands Senior Center. She was born July 12, 1916, the daughter of William S. and Ada H. Flagg. She graduated from Winslow High School, class of 1934. She was a lifelong resident of the Waterville, Winslow area.
Lottie married Perley Butler and together they had three sons. Even though she worked at Diamond Internation and retired in 1970, her happiest time was being a mom and a homemaker for her “boys.” She made Christman Eve a tradition and loved to decorate and prepare the favorite foods. She was a life member of the Ladies Auxiliary, MacCrillis-Rousseau Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #8835, in Winslow. She was also a member of “The Sunshine Club” at The Lobster Trap.

Lottie enjoyed walking, word puzzles and shopping. Lottie will be remembered for her kindness and her generous spirit, who was fastidious in her person and her home, always the “proper” lady and “as sharp as a tack” to the very end.

Lottie was predeceased by her first husband, Perley; and her second husband, Joseph Boutin; her grandson, Gregg Butler; brothers, Theodore Flagg and William Flagg; sisters, Mariam Young, Dorothy Therriault, and Helen Grant.

She is survived by her sons, Bernard P. Butler and wife Jean, of Sidney, Robert O. Butler and wife Vicki, of Iowa, Jon W. Butler and wife Joan, of Smithfield; three granddaughters; eight great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Margaret Paquet; many nieces and nephews; and two close and special friends, Betty Hackett and Joan Johnston.

To share condolences, memories and tributes with her family, please visit www.veilleuxfuneralhome.com.

JOSEPH A. POULIN

FAIRFIELD­­––Joseph Anthony “Tony” Poulin, 74, of Fairfield, died Thursday, November 3, 2016, at Glenridge Nursing Home, in Augusta, following a long illness. Tony was born May 25, 1942, in Newport, Rhode Island, to Lawrence and Beatrice (Bearce) Poulin.

Tony was one of 11 children. Tony moved to Fairfield at a young age and attended Fairfield schools.

Tony had a deep love and appreciation for the Maine woods. He was an avid outdoorsman who had a very special interest in hunting and fishing. This passion kept his family fed and the freezer full 12 months a year.

Tony was an extremely skilled marksman. One hundred yards or 1,000 yards, Tony would never miss his target.

Everyone was always welcome at the Poulin house and come hunting season, it would be a common sight to see 20 to 30 people sit down together at the dinner table.

Tony’s career was logging, and he owned and operated Poulin Lumber Company, in Fairfield until he became sick at 42 years young.

Tony’s eye wink and mischievous grin had a lasting effect on all of the family.

Tony was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Lawrence B. Poulin (LB), James Poulin, and David Poulin; sisters, Lorraine DeMarco (Poulin), and Joyce Chub (Poulin).

Tony is survived by his five children, Paul and Sonya Poulin, of Fairfield, Mark Poulin and partner Jill, of Fairfield, Lisa and Alan Lagrange, of Belgrade, Terry Poulin, of Fairfield, and Kristie and Philipp Gittersberger, of Fairfield; his grandchildren: Gary, Alex, Brittani, Trisha, Jordyn, Alexis, Jayme, Cassidi, Jenna and Ava; great-grandchildren Isabella, Autumn and Anthony. He is also survived by his former wife, Judy (Laplalnte) Poulin; five siblings, Tom Poulin, of Saint Charles, Illinois, Bill Poulin, of Fairfield, Sister Lucy Poulin, of Orland, Mary Poulin, of Dunnellon, Florida, and Michael Poulin, of Deleon Springs, Florida.

To view a video collage of Tony’s life and to share condolences, memories and tributes with his family, please visit www.veilleuxfuneralhome.com.

Memorial donations may be made to: H.O.M.E., Inc., P.O.Box 10, 90 School House Road, Orland ME 04472.

FORMER RESIDENT

DOROTHY A. NOYES, 93, of Portland, passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2016, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, in Scarborough. She was born in Windsor on October 26, 1923, the fourth of eight children born to Chauncey and Flossie Sproul Turner. She graduated from Cony High School, in Augusta, in 1941, and Gates Business College in 1942.

RICHARD L. DONALD

PALERMO––Richard L. Donald, 40, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, October 7, 2016. He was born August 11, 1976.

Rich loved the outdoors and was an avid sportsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing with his friends and family. He had a reputation of being a hard worker, who was not afraid to get his hands dirty or help out a friend if there was a tough job to do.

Rich is survived by his two sons Lucas Donald and Cole Donald, of Palermo; daughter Brittany Gilboy, of Chelsea; girlfriend Kelly Goulet, of Sidney; brother Scott Dyer and wife Mayu and their two children Kai and Amelia, of Bedford, Massachusetts; sisters Vicky Glusker and husband James and their four children Elizabeth, Eli, Samuel and Stephen, of Augusta and Brandi Hayes and husband Steve and their two children Mason Dyer and Sarianna Hayes, of Readfield; mother Norma Donald, of Augusta, and father Richard Donald, of Blanco, Texas; and many uncles, aunts, cousins, nephews and nieces.

Memorial donations may be made to the Donald children’s scholarship fund in care of Norma Donald.

ERROL F. CLEMENT

BENTON––Errol F. Clement, 93, of Benton, passed away on Thursday, October 13, 2016, at MaineGeneral Medical Center, in Augusta. He was born in Smithfield on January 10, 1923, the son of the late Hanson and Ida (Caswell) Clement.

Errol attended schools in Smithfield and Fairfield. Following his schooling, he served with the US Army during World War II from February 2, 1943 to December 4, 1945.

On October 21, 1949, he married the former Caroline Haskell. Errol worked various jobs over the years. Later in life he was employed by SAD #49 for 15 years. Following retirement, he was a self-employed mechanic, always tinkering on something for someone.

Errol was a member and two time commander for Fairfield VFW Post#14.

He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed camping, hunting, fishing, and plowing snow. He especially enjoyed playing competitive horseshoes, which he continued into his 90s. Errol was very well liked in the community and would always lend a helping hand to those in need.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his son, Errol W. Clement; his brothers, Malcolm, Leo, Erlon, Harry, and Theron, and his sisters, Josephine Sopia and Christine Bickford.

Errol will be sadly missed by his wife Caroline; children, Sandra Perrine and husband Don, Wendell Clement, David Clement, Pamela Smith and husband Walter, Carol Dudley and husband David, Roger Clement, Gerald Clement, Bernard Clement and wife Tanda, Michael Clement and wife Ruth, and Brenda Coombs and husband Carl; several grandchildren; great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

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

EILEEN PLEAU

WINSLOW––Eileen Pleau, 79, of Winslow, passed away on Saturday, October 15, 2016.
Eileen was a remarkable woman. From the early age of three she was saddened to lose her mother.

She and her late sister Yvette Clark found themselves often fending for themselves. Even though faced with the tragedy of losing her mother, Eileen grew to become an amazing woman. Eileen married her husband, Lionel, and was blessed with having six children.

Eileen worked at Inland Hospital for 37 plus years. She was a hard worker and dedicated employee and a friend to her coworkers. Eileen rarely would ever miss work. A work ethic she valued and passed down to her children. She loved her job and, in fact, even after she so-called retired, continued to work on a regular basis. She enjoyed being at work and truly valued the friendships she had made daily. Eileen’s position was never filled so she could return to her job.

You would seldom see Eileen without a book in her hand. She loved reading novels and it was her favorite thing to do in the evening before settling in for the night. Eileen enjoyed playing Bingo on Sundays with her two daughters, sometimes her granddaughter and a true friend from Waterville High School. Recently, being introduced to the Bangor slots, Eileen found herself enjoying a past time she was never familiar with in her early life and grew to look forward to taking trips to Bangor.

Eileen would never become a rich woman, but was rich in character.

Eileen is survived by her children, Michael and wife Jill, of Vassalboro, Angela, of Waterville, Lisa Nelson and husband Vince, of Thorndike, Paula Pooler and husband Carleton, of Winslow, Mary Greene and Robert, of Freeport, and Cherry Frewin and husband Wes, of Florida; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Memorial donations may be made to Alfond Center for Cancer Care Giving, Maine General Health, Office of Philanthropy, PO Box 828, Waterville ME 04903.

DEBRA A. POMELOW

CHINA – Debra A. Pomelow, 59, passed away October 14, 2016, at Maine­Gen­eral Medical Center, in Augusta. She was born Oct­ober 1, 1957, in Skow­hegan, the daughter of John and Carlene (Lagasse) Lanctot.

She was educated in the schools of Augusta and graduated from Cony High School in 1976. On July 4, 1975, she married Richard Pomelow, in Augusta. She was employed at Tri City Tire and was the owner of Olde Tyme Primitives. Debra enjoyed photography, crafts, horses, cruising the country side with friends, sports cars, panning for gold, digging for diamonds, and cross word puzzles.

Debra is survived by her husband Richard Pomelow, of China; son, Shane Pomelow and wife Heather, of South China; daughter, Angela Nelson and husband Troy, of Palermo; mother, Carlene Roy and husband Lucien, of China; father, John Lanctot and wife Joyce, of Skowhegan; mother-in-law, Natalie Pomelow, of Skowhegan; sister, Lisa Gilbert, of Augusta; step-sister, Kim Roy and companion Aaron Feldmus, of Belgrade; brother-in-law, Donald Pomelow and wife Holly, of Vassalboro; sisters-in-law, Diane Orcutt and husband Gary, of Norridgewock, Joan Reed and husband Gil, of Strong, Linda Nickerson and husband Brian, of Canaan; grandchildren, Jacob Pomelow, Madilyn Pomelow, Alicia Nelson, Royce Nelson; niece, Lauren Gilbert, of Augusta; along with many other nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father-in-law, Raymond Pomelow.

A private graveside service will be held Saturday, October 29, 2016 at 10:00 am at the Chadwick Hill Cemetery in China followed by a private gathering at Rick’s house.

Memorial donations may be made to American Cancer Society, New England Division, One Bowdoin Mill Island, Suite 300, Topsham, Maine 04086-1240.

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

DEBORAH E. HUCK

FAIRFIELD­­––Deborah Elizabeth Huck, 60, of Fairfield, died in Augusta, Tuesday, October 18, 2016, following seven years of battling cancer and the health care system. Debbie was born on November 18, 1955, in Oak Park, Illinois, and grew up in Sierra Madre, California, Phoenix, Arizona, Greenwich, Connecticut, and rural Pennsylvania.

Her passion for books and learning resonated throughout her life and career. She graduated from the University of Montana with a degree in English, her first job teaching English and running the library at Fairfield (Montana) High School. Moving to Maine in 1986, she worked as a librarian in York and Wells public libraries. While raising two kids, she eventually settled at Benton Elementary School working first as a substitute teacher, then a special education aide, then a library assistant. She usually had five books and her kindle open at the same time.

Debbie’s other great love was cooking and baking. She created a cookbook “The Huck Family Greatest Hits” for her children. There will be many family and friends missing her amazing cookie platters this Christmas.

Debbie was also active in Amnesty International, leading the Waterville area chapter for over 14 years, acting as legislative coordinator for Maine, and organizing events, fair booths and exhibits statewide.

Debbie was predeceased by her mother and father, Beverly Lou and Robert Voss Bock, formerly of Glenmoore, Pennsylvania.

She is survived by her husband of 36 years, Christopher Huck, of Fairfield; children, Matthew Huck, of Portland, Oregon, and Nicole Huck, of Fairfield; sister Kimberly Beggs and husband Jim, of West Caln, Pennsylvania; brother Christopher Bock and wife Bonnie, of Spring City, Pennsylvania; adopted brother Sung Yun Bock, of Victoria, Australia; sister-in-law Lisabeth Huck, of Guilford, Connecticut; brother-in-law Michael Huck and his husband Andres, of Huntington Beach, California; and 11 nieces and nephews.

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

Memorial donations may be made to the library book fund at Benton Elementary School.

ELVAN PRINCE

BENTON––Elvan Prince, 84, passed away Thursday, October 20, 2016, at Inland Hospital. Elvan was born May 24, 1932, in Benton. He was the son of Albert and Hazel Prince.

He graduated from Waterville High School, and was a proud veteran of the Army during the Korean War, stationed in Germany. Elvan was a professional truck driver for over 30 years for Spector Freight; he then went on to a second career with the HVAC department at Colby College for 11 years. After retiring from Colby, Elvan worked at Caverly Farms as a driver for several more years.

Elvan was a member of the Shawmut Baptist Church where he served as head deacon. Elvan was also a member of the Vassalboro Masonic Lodge #54 where he was a past master. His favorite hobby was reading and his greatest happiness and pride came from providing for his family.

Elvan is survived by his wife of 49 years Diann Prince; son Mark Prince and wife Simone; daughter Lori Tibbetts; granddaughter Taylor; brother Blynn and wife Ruth; sister-in-law Roseann; and nieces, Emily, Katie, Cathy, and Karen.

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

Memorial donations may be made to: Masonic Scholarship Fund, Vassalboro Lodge #54, c/o Jim Maloy, 1001 Webber Pond Road, Vassalboro ME 04989.

GERMAINE JACQUES

SIDNEY – Germaine (Michaud) Jacques, 85, passed away Friday, October 14, 2016, at Lakewood Continuing Care Center, in Waterville. She was born February 19, 1931, in Waterville, the daughter of Magloire and Yvonne (Cote) Michaud.

She attended Notre Dame School, in Waterville. On September 1, 1951, she married Richard Jacques.

They were married for 63 years.

She was employed for many years by C. F. Hathaway Shirt Factory, in Waterville, and was a homemaker to raise her family. She was a member of Notre Dame Church, in Waterville, and loved gardening and canning.

Germaine is survived by seven children, Stewart Jacques and wife Elaine, of Sidney, Daniel Jacques,of Waterville, David Jacques and wife Patricia, of Sidney, Mark Jacques and wife Deborah, of Fairfield, Raymond Jacques and wife Vickie, of Waterville, Patrick Jacques and wife Lisa, of Sidney; daughter, Paula Denis and life partner Donald McNeal, of Waterville; grandchildren, Sarah of Keene, of New Hampshire, Danielle and Jessie, of Waterville, Megan, of Waterville, Alex, of Fairfield, Eric and Cassie, of Waterville, Matthew and wife Michelle, of Lincoln, Ryan, of Sidney, Nicholas, of Sidney; great-grandchildren, Cayden, of Sidney, and Amelia, of Lincoln; sister, Arlene Nadeau, of Fairfield; brother, Fern Michaud, of Clinton.

A memorial service will be held Friday, October 28, at 10 a.m., at the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Mt Vernon Road, Augusta.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

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

OTHERS DEPARTED

KEITH L. WINCHENBACH, 93, of Panama City Beach, Florida, passed away on Wednesday, October 5, 2016, from natural causes. Locally, he is survived by daughter Terry Johnson, of Jefferson.

RICHARD L. WALLACE, 83, of Scarborough, passed away on Thursday, October 6, 2016, at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice Home. Locally, he is survived by a won, Scott Wallace and wife Stephanie, of Fairfield.

WELDON L. WASSON, 86, of Norridgewock, passed away on Friday, October 7, 2016, at Somerset Rehabilitation and Living Center, in Bingham. Locally, he is survived by grandchildren Rob Morrison and wife Lesley, of Sidney, and Paul Morrison, of Vassalboro.

GERARD ST. AMAND, 70, of Enfield, New Hampshire, on Saturday, October 8, 2016, following a courageous battle with cancer. Locally, he is survived by daughter Lorri Lacroix, of Vassalboro, and granddaughters Nichole Burke, Kelsie Farrin and husband Brandon, and Danielle Colfer.

MAURICE C. HODGKINS JR., 70, of Chelsea, passed away on Monday, October 10, 2016. Locally, he is survived by a son, Michael and wife Lori, of Jefferson.

JULIETTE I. FORTIN, 95, of Hallowell, passed away on Tuesday, October 11, 2016, at Hillside Terrace. Locally, she is survived by a son David E. Fortin and wife Tracye, of Vassalboro, daughter Judith A. Thornton, of Windsor; and sister Rita Chamberlain, of Vassalboro.

PAULA M. BAILEY, 60, of Athens, passed away on Wednesday, October 19, 2016, at Tissue’s Country Estate, in Athens. Locally, she is survived by an aunt, Virginia (Beale) Levesque and husband Peter, of Oakland.

RICHARD BLACK

WHITEFIELD––Richard F. Black, 77, of Whitefield, passed away on Friday, September 30, 2016, at the Country Manor Nursing Home, in Coopers Mills. Born on April 15, 1939, in Waldoboro, he was the son of Raymond and Eleanor (Marshell) Black.

Richard was a super person and a wonderful big brother. He loved working carnivals, fishing, watching western movies, and listening to country music.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Judy (Leathers) Black; brothers, Eddie and Andy Black; and sisters, Gloria Norton and Judith Greene.

He is survived by daughter, Debbie (Black) Smith, of Eugene, Oregon; sister, Priscilla M. Sumabat; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Condolences, and messages for the family, may be expressed by visiting www.StrongHancock.com.

CARL J. SCHROEDER

SOUTH CHINA – Carl J. Schroeder, 68, passed away on Saturday, October 1, 2016, at MaineGeneral Medical Center, in Augusta following a 7 ½-month battle with lung cancer. The first child of Donald Richard (“Popper”) and Dorothy Viola Konitz (“Grammy”) Schroeder, he was born on December 17, 1947, in New Haven, Connecticut.

He enjoyed an adventure-filled childhood and graduated from Hamden High School, Hamden, Connecticut, in 1965, then went on to Southern Connecticut State College and received a B.S. degree in 1969, having majored in industrial arts with a concentration in graphic arts. From 1962 through 1969, he was also a member of the Order of DeMolay.

Despite his aversion to studies he became a well-regarded teacher, beginning with a stint at Joseph A. DePaolo Middle School, in Southington, Connecticut. He also worked for Radio Shack prior to moving to Maine. He and his young family settled in Dresden close to his parents, allowing him to partner with his father in the electronics business. During the 1980s, he taught industrial arts at Hodgkins School, in Augusta, marketing for vocational technical students, and computer operation for adults.

Carl was an independent sort and went into business for himself in the 1990s as a cabinet-maker/contractor/carpenter and never looked back. His great love was to make sawdust and hope something good would fall out of it. That happened 99 percent of the time. He could make or do nearly anything he set his mind to. His mother-in-law once called him the curly-haired genius.

Other interests included collecting and using guns; photography and working on classic cars. Carl enjoyed showing off his 1969 Camaro convertible, fully restored, and his 1966 Avanti II. He was a member of the Maine Obsolete Automobile League, Inc. (MOALS) and the Avanti Owners Association International, Inc.

He was an advocate for Compassion International, and had sponsored several children in foreign countries.

In recent years, he began an online music ministry, sharing his Christian music and songs from other artists. He produced CDs as well, and was working on a Christmas album with dear and talented friends at the time of his death.

One of his favorite places was Swan’s Island, right off Bass Harbor, and he managed to get there one last time for a short visit. He will be missed by his island friends.

Survivors include his wife of 15 years, Emily; son Don and wife Sue, of Dresden, granddaughter Eva; daughter Carla Thomas and her husband Andrew, of Farmingdale; mother Dorothy, of Hallowell; sister Dot Jespersen and her husband Ron, of Pittston; nieces Lori Decker, of Ocala, Florida, and Kris Prindle and her husband Adrian, of Windsor; grandnieces and cousins; former wife, Gail, of Gardiner.

Friends are encouraged to donate to the charity of their choice in Carl’s memory or to any of the following:

South China Community Church, P.O. Box 335, South China, ME 04358; American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22478, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma 73123, www.cancer.org; Compassion International,
12290 Voyager Parkway, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80921-3668, www.compassion.com.
Condolences, photos and memories may be shared at www.plummerfh.com.

Arrangements were under the direction of Plummer Funeral Home, 983 Ridge Rd., Windsor.

ROBERT M. LEVESQUE

WINSLOW – Robert M. Levesque, 74, passed away on Saturday, October 1, 2016, at Inland Hospital, in Waterville. He was born on September 18, 1942, in Bangor, son of Robert and Sophie (Prszybilski) Levesque.

He was a resident of Orrington and a 1960 graduate of Brewer High School.

Robert was a jet engine mechanic in the Air National Guard at the former Dow AFB, in Bangor, a truck driver, and bus mechanic for Waterville School Department.

A loving father and grandfather Robert enjoyed spending time with family, watching his grandchildren’s sports and other recreational events. He built his own home, and enjoyed woodworking.

Robert is survived by his wife Dianne; sons, Michael and wife Sibel, Monte and wife Jessica, Matthew and wife Joan, and Benjamin and wife Tomi; grandchildren, Michael Jr., Melanie, Angela, Nicole, Laura, Colby, Emily, Brenden, Jackson, and Madison; great-grandchildren, Chloe, Isabella, Colin, and Alexander; brothers, Richard and companion Earlene, and Steve and wife Sara; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

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

ALBERTA N. CRAIG

SOUTH CHINA – Alberta ‘Bunny” Nowland Craig, 99, passed away on Sunday, October 2, 2016. She was born on October 11, 1916 in Windsor, the third child of the late Arthur V. & Ethel (Cummings) Nowland.

Bunny started her education at Windsor Grammar School and continued on with many long walks to Erskine Academy with her siblings to graduate in the class of 1936. She was last surviving member of her class.

Nearing her 100th birthday, the last of her family of eight, she was predeceased by her first-born at birth, Sandra Lee in 1941; her parents, sisters Virginia Nowland (1971); Phyllis Cunningham (2008); sisters-in-law Violet Nowland (2008) and Barbara Nowland (2012); brothers, Dean Nowland (1983); C. Frederick Nowland (2006); Everett (2009); Cecil (2009); Maland (2013); brother-in-law Al Cunningham (1994) and nephews, Gary Cunningham and Steven Nowland.

Bunny became a single mom at an early age and, as they say, it takes a village to raise a child. In our case, it took the Nowland family to provide care in her place, thus enabling her to better herself for her daughter. She went to work at Keene’s Grocery Store (later known as Bernard’s Foodland) in order to support the two of them and go on to college to get a more profitable job. She was soon able to begin working at Depositors Trust Bank at several different branches in Augusta, continuing on many years after it became Key Bank.

Retiring in the late 70s after a fall on the ice while walking to work, breaking vertebrae in her back, making it difficult for her to continue, she decided to retire. It was a hard decision as she enjoyed her co-workers and many customers, a special one being Bill Forbes from Augusta Police Department, friends to this day.

After recovering with her daughter and family, she returned home to help her brothers care for their aging mom. She also enjoyed being near her daughters family including her grandchildren. Soon, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren came to know her as Nana or great-nana.

Survivors include her daughter, Gloria E. Strout and her husband, Arthur, of South China; her five grandchildren: Dennis Strout and wife, Susan; Lenwood Strout and wife, Tammy; Kenneth Strout, Sr. and wife, Tina; Kevin Strout and wife, Cindy and Keri Strout. She is also survived by eight great-grandchildren, Trevor Strout, Tricia Strout, Heather St. Amand and husband, Mark; Kenneth Strout, Jr. and wife Kayla; Zach Strout and wife, Sarah, Cody Strout, Colby Strout and Hannah Strout. In addition, Nana leaves four great-great grandchildren, Bryan, Liam, Ainsley and Josiah; several nieces and nephews as well as great-nieces and nephews and great-great nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations may be made to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, Inc., 2600 Network Blvd., Suite 300, Frisco, Texas 75034, and/or, if you are able, lend a hand to someone in need which would warm her heart and put a smile on her face.

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

GLENNIS J. HOLT

BENTON – Glennis J. Holt, 79, passed away on Sunday, October 2, 2016, at Inland Hospital, in Waterville, following a year-long battle with heart disease. Glennis was born in Unity to Charles Dinsmore and Charlotte M. Good. She resided there until 1957, when she married her husband, Gerald Willie Holt in Muldraugh, Kentucky, while he served in the military. In the fall of 1964, they moved to Benton where she lived for the remainder of her life.

Glennis had various part time jobs throughout the years, but her primary job was mother to her three children and caretaker of the home. Glennis was an avid Red Sox fan, even as a child she enjoyed listening to them on the radio. She also loved to cook, to travel and most importantly, loved spending time with her grandchildren. Glennis was a charter member of the East Benton Christian Church and her faith gave her strength and remained strong until the end.

Glennis is survived by her husband of 59 years, Gerald Holt, of Benton; sons, Jeff Holt, of Benton, and Andy Holt and wife Wendy Wood-Holt, of Gray, Tennessee, daughter Debra Holt-Kelley and husband Keith, of Dixmont; grandchildren, Alex Holt and Kaylee Holt-Hunter; great grandchildren Ava and Aiden Hunter; sisters, Shirley Chadwick and Beverly Fowler, brother Stanley Dinsmore and wife Donna, brother-in-law Joe Eeva, predeceased by his wife and her sister Gertrude Eeva; and many nieces and nephews.

An online guestbook may be signed and thoughts expressed at www.lawrybrothers.com.

Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. June Place, Memphis, Tennessee, 38105.

DANA R. HARRIS

FAIRFIELD – Dana Richard Harris, 57, of Fairfield passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, at his home on Tues­day, Oct­ober 4, 2016. He was the son of Richard and Marlene (Ham) Harris and was born in Indianapolis, Indiana, on November 11, 1958. He grew up in Winslow and graduated from Winslow High School in 1977.

Following graduation, Dana worked for Levine’s in sales and apartment maintenance. He went on to become a talented certified welder, licensed plumber and long-distance truck driver. Dana worked in construction much of his life, including for Reed & Reed and Cianbro Corp., where he earned the nickname “Doc.” He was especially proud of his part in the construction of the Penobscot Narrows Bridge, and he set the observation deck canopy when it was complete. For the past two years, he very much enjoyed working with the staff at L.N. Violette and with the customers he served in the area.

Dana loved antique automobiles and motorcycles, had a deep appreciation for history and items from the past, and could fix anything. He knew many interesting people across the state and had lots of stories to tell. He was happiest working in the woods or in his barn.

Dana is survived by his mother and father of Winslow; his sister, Allison Watson and her husband Michael, of Fairfield; and will be especially missed by his brother, Marty Harris and Rhonda Kennedy, of Oakland; his aunt and uncle, Wayne and Peggy Ham, of Winslow, an uncle, Harold Stevens, of Florida; his great-aunt Evelyn Phair, of Brunswick; and cousins, a niece and nephews.
An online guestbook may be signed and thoughts expressed at www.lawrybrothers.com.

VIVIAN S. DANIELS

WHITEFIELD – Vivian S Daniels, 90, of Whitefield, passed away on Thursday, October 6, 2016, at home from congestive heart failure. Vivian was born in New Jersey on December 13, 1925.

She lived and worked in Florida for 15 years before moving to Whitefield in 1977 where she has lived for the last 39 years.

She worked at the Winthrop Mineral Shop for several years before retiring in 1990.

Vivian was a long time member of the Young at Heart Senior Citizens Club, of Whitefield. She was an avid Bingo player playing twice a week in Wiscasset and Gardiner. She enjoyed doing word search and picture puzzles.

She was predeceased by her parents, Frederick N. Scott and Maybele Winford Garnier.

Vivian leaves behind two sons, Dale G. Daniels and wife Jalaine Bryant, of Whitefield, and Frederick A. Daniels and wife Debbie Daniels ,of Patalaska, Ohio, one daughter Grace Daniels, of Whitefield; grandson John, Matthew and wife Melissa Daniels, of Whitefield; three great- grandkids Reece, Mary, and Marc; several step grandchildren Steven, Nicole, Chris, Shane, Julia; step great-grandchildren, Kaylee, Keema, Reynatio, Laney, Carl, McKenzie, and Rhyder.

OTHERS DEPARTED

BRANT R. PERRY, 63, of Chelsea, passed away on Wednesday, September 21, 2016, at his home. Locally, he is survived by a brother, Robert Perry, of Windsor.

FLORENCE A. MORIN

WINSLOW––Florence Ann Morin, 89, of Winslow, died Monday, September 12, 2016, at The Woodlands Memory Care, in Waterville. She was born June 4, 1927, in Rockaway Beach, Queens, New York City, the daughter of William C. Earl and Regina Margaret (McCarthy) Earl.

While still a young woman, she met her future husband, Lionel “Pete” G. Morin, on a subway train. At that time, Pete was a marine corporal who had been recuperating from his war wounds suffered in the South Pacific. The couple was married October 19, 1947, at Holy Cross Church in Flatbush, Brooklyn, New York. After five years of living in New York City, the couple moved to Maine and settled in Winslow.

They raised their family of eight children on Whipple Street. After her daughters entered high school, Florence went to work in the Winslow School system as a teacher’s aide. She helped numerous children improve their reading skills during her 20 years in the school system.

Florence and Pete were members of St. John The Baptist Parish, in Winslow, where they sent their children to the parish school and were active in many parish programs. Florence sang for many years as a cantor and a member in the church choir and she also sang in the Waterville Community Chorus concerts at Colby College.

Florence and Pete loved visiting their children and grandchildren, supporting their school and sports activities, and attending countless parties, graduations, sacramental celebrations, and other gatherings of their large extended family.

Their children have fond memories of family trips to Reid State Park, and the Belgrade Lakes (always in a very packed car).

After 61 years of marriage, Pete passed away on September 26, 2008. Florence spent her final years in the memory care unit of The Woodlands in Waterville, where she received loving care, for which her children are very grateful.

She was predeceased by her parents, William and Regina Earl; grandson, Lincoln; twin great-grandchildren, Connor and Sterling; a son-in-law, Jon Higgins; and her three siblings and their spouses: Jean and her husband Frank Hettrich, William and his wife Patricia, and Thomas and his wife Rose Marie.

Florence is survived by her eight children: Rev. Francis, of Augusta, Thomas and wife, Kathryn, of Oakland, William and wife, Lorraine, of Oakland, John and wife, Cheryl, of Winslow, Richard and wife, Sally, of Winslow, Robert and his partner, Amie, of Bath, Mary and husband, Lloyd Quirion, of Winslow, Ann and husband, Robert Densmore, of Texas; and by her 15 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.

An online guestbook may be signed and condolences expressed at: www.gallantfh.com

Memorial donations may be sent to Woodlands Memory Care, 147 West River Road, Waterville ME 04901, or MaineGeneral Hospice Care, 10 Water Street, Waterville ME 04901.

SANDRA T. HALKETT

WINSLOW––Sandra True Halkett, 63, of Winslow, died unexpectedly at her home on Monday, September 12, 2016. She was the daughter of James E. and Geraldine I. Halkett (deceased), of Bangor. Sandi was born December 22, 1953, in Bangor. She attended Bangor public schools and graduated from Bangor High School in 1972.

Sandi attended the University of Maine at Farmington, graduating with a bachelor of science degree in elementary education in 1975. She began her 19-year teaching career at Mary Snow School, in Bangor, and delighted students there and at Fairmont School, Abraham Lincoln School, Fruit Street School, and Garland Street Middle School with her outside-the-box teaching style. She loved her students and many of them felt similarly. In 1988-1989 she took a sabbatical leave to complete her master’s degree in middle-level education at the University of Maine. She was the author of  Things You Always Wanted To Know About Middle Level Education but Didn’t Know Where to Look, published in 1989. She said of it, “Not a best seller!”     During these school years she was active in more than 20 organizations. She was State Senator Mary-Ellen Maybury’s campaign manager in 1988. In 1997 she left teaching to pursue her interest in things of the spirit. Sandi opened her first shop, Back Door to the Moon, in Oakland, in 1997. It closed in 1998 and she reopened later that year at the Loon Cove Golf Course, in Skowhegan. She moved her business to Winslow in 2000 and continued offering a cup of tea, spiritual counsel, and a book or crystal to whoever came through the door. Back Door to the Moon closed in 2009. She continued to offer spiritual counsel and readings and also taught in different venues until her death.

Sandi was very happy around a camp fire or kayaking with friends. No one who visited her store can forget the warm welcome they received from Moon (“Moonie”), her miniature dachshund. They were inseparable for more than 13 years. Sandi also loved camping st Searsport Shores and spend two of her happiest seasons there.

Sandi is survived by a brother, Thomas and his wife Diane, of Orono; four nephews: Stuart McCluer and wife Lane, of Sullivan’s Island, South Carolina, Jesse Halkett and Rowland Halkett, of New York City, Ezra Halkett, of Bar Harbor; one niece, Mariah Halkett, of New York City; a step-niece, Lucia Helder, of Halifax, Nova Scotia; two grand-nieces, Lillly and Margaret McCluer, and a grand-nephew, Bates McCluer, all of South Carolina.

Please visit www.veilleuxfuneralhome.com to share condolences, memories and tributes with her family.

Memorial contributions may be made to: Temple Heights Spiritual Camp Scholarship Fund, PO Box 311, Lincolnville ME 04849

RUTH E. POLLEY

SABATTUS––Ruth Elizabeth Kenoyer Polley, of Sabattus, died Wednesday, September 14, 2016, at the Maine Veterans Home, in South Paris.

Mrs. Polley graduated in 1938 from Erskine Academy and attended Earlham College in Indiana for two years. She then attended and graduated from Central Maine General Hospital Nursing School in 1944. She was a private duty nurse from 1944 through 1954 and then a head nurse and supervisor at Central Maine Medical Center from 1955 through 1975. She was a member of the Nurses Association for over 35 years and was also a member of United Commercial Travelers for a number of years. In 1968, she married Leland Polley, of Sabattus. Leland died in 1995.

Mrs. Polley attended and served as a deacon  of the Community Free Baptist Church, of Sabattus, and then the Court Street Baptist Church, of Auburn, in her later years. She enjoyed bird watching and saved the life of some of them. She raised several wild birds and enjoyed them greatly. In 1987, she wrote a book about a favorite bird she raised, Little Twerp. She also loved gardening and outdoor activities, painting and knitting.

She was predeceased by her husband and her parents; sisters Alice and Martha; brothers Jean, Joseph, Winifred, Robert, John and Russell; sisters-in-law Peggy, Van, Muriel, Beverly and Shirley; and brothers-in-law Charles Mosher, Albert Probert and Elliott Lamb.

Mrs. Polley is survived by her sister, Helen Kenoyer Mosher, of South China; cousin, Charles Sisson and wife Stella, of South China and Nederland, Texas; 31 nieces and nephews; and many great-nieces and great-nephews.

Condolences may be offered in the guestbook at www.thefortingroupauburn.com.

STEVEN W. BUCKNAM

OAKLAND––Steven W. “Bucky” Bucknam, 66, of Oakland, died unexpectedly on Thursday, September 15, 2016, at his home. He was born in Waterville on January 6, 1950, the son of John and Gladys (Eastman) Bucknam.

Steve n graduated from Williams High School, in Oakland, and Presque Isle Intergrated Technology with a degree in electronics and TV repair. He worked a short time for Smitties TV, in Waterville. He was employed by Keyes Fibre Company, in Waterville, and later for SAPPI Fine Paper, in Hinckley.

Steven was an active member of the Messalonskee Masonic Lodge. He was a former member of the Fairfield Center Grange. His passion was buying and repairing pianos.

Besides his parents, ne was predeceased by a brother John Bucknam and two sisters, Joyce Pelletier and Ellen Weeks.

Surviving are brothers Robert, of Clinton, Ronald, of Oakland and David, of Belgrade; a sister Helen Bridges, of oakland; and many nieces and nephews.

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

Memorial donations may be made to: Messalonskee Masonic Lodge, 12 Oak Street, Oakland ME 04963.

IRVING F. BANKS SR.

JEFFERSON––Irving Farnham Banks Sr., passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2016. He was born in Jefferson on August 21, 1925, to William and Winifred Farnham Banks.

On August 28, 1943, he married Cynthia Jackson, and even though they had celebrated their 73rd anniversary, he often introduced her as his bride. Irving was a hard working man and took pleasure in keeping a lovely lawn, gardens and,  recently, stone walls. Always of interest to him was the weather and the Red Sox. Singing and humming let everyone  know all was well in his life. He was a long-time member of the Riverside Masonic Lodge #135, in Jefferson.

He was predeceased by his son Irving, Jr.

Irving is survived by sisters Dorothy, Donna, Shirley, Sheila, and Nancy; sons-in-law Maurice Wing, Sr. and Thomas Clark, Sr.; sister-in-law Leah Libby; and brother-in-law, Errol Clark; 14 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandson; and several nieces and nephews.

Condolences and messages for the family may be expressed by visiting www.StrongHancock.com.

Memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

STEPHEN F. BERNIER

VASSALBORO––Stephen F. Bernier, 55, was born August 4, 1961, in Waterville, to Louis and Pearl Bernier (deceased). Mr. Bernier died in Tennessee on Friday, September 16, 2016.

He was educated in local schools and graduated from Waterville High School. He worked at Sappi Fine Paper, in Hinckley, where he retired early due to ill health.

He was predeceased by a brother, Richard H. Bernier.

Stephen is survived by a son, Lyle E. Bernier, of Maine; sisters, Diane and husband Roland Dechaine, of  Winslow, Patricia and husband Robert, of Vermontville, Michigan, and Janice M. and husband Kevin Dyer, of Waterville; his brother, Peter Bernier, of Sidney; and several nephews and nieces.

ELAINE S. SINCLAIR

VASSALBORO––Elaine S. Sinclair, 67, passed away on Sunday, Sept­ember 18, 2016, which was her daddy’s birthday. Her only illness was infectious happiness which was very contagious and spread to everyone with whom she came in contact.

Elaine was born in Waterville on July 23, 1949, to Roland and Anita Sinclair. She loved life and people, making everyone her best friend. She grew up in Smithfield/Oakland area with her parents, then lived in Winslow with her sister Barbara Butler. For the last three years of her life she was cared for by nephew and niece Dana and ‘April Sawtelle, in Vassalboro. Their daughters Alainie and Lilly and son Dana Michael Sawtelle loved and treated her like a sister.

Elaine attended Hilltop School as a young girl. She worked at Ken-A-Set, in Waterville, many years and then went daily to Muskie Center until a few months ago. She loved going places with her family, one dollar bills, chocolate ice cream spaghetti-meatballs, saltine crackers, chips and chocolate milk. She spent endless hours listening to her many records. Her favorite song was The Ballad of the Green Berets.  Elaine was convinced that there was a soldier named Ray (as in green Ba-Ray) and she was determined to marry him. This was a daily wish and she had his picture nearby at all times. She won many bowling trophies and participated in Special Olympics. Elaine attended the Fairfield First Baptist Church and loved her church family.

Elaine was predeceased by a brother George and her parents.

She is survived by two sisters and their husbands, Carol and Mike Ouellette, of Pittsfield, and Barbara and Ken Butler, of Waterville; a brother and wife, Mike and Mary Sinclair, of Brewer;  and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

A service celebrating her life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, October 1, 2016, at the Fairfield First Baptist Church, on 12 Newhall Street, followed by refreshments prepared by the ladies of the church. The burial will be at the Village Cemetery, on Peltoma Avenue, in Pittsfield, at a later date.

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

Online condolences may be given at http://obituaries.centeralmaine.com/obituaries/mainetoday-centralmaine/.

Memorial donations may be made to: Fairfield First Baptist Church, 12 Newhall St., Fairfield ME 04937.

RUTH B. PROSSER

ALBION––Ruth Beatrice Prosser, 84, died on Wednesday, September 21, 2016. Ruth was born August 2, 1932, in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

She grew up in Kittery with her parents George and Dorothy Essex, and her siblings Diana and Ted. Ruth graduated from Traip Academy, in Kittery, where she met her soul mate, Byron Prosser. Ruth and Byron were married in Kittery on August 4, 1951. After traveling the country through Byron’s service in the Air Force and his employment with Cessna Aircraft they came back to Maine and settled in Albion, where they became active members of Albion Christian Church. Ruth cherished her time with family and friends, gardening and the many road and plane trips she would take with Byron.

Ruth was predeceased by her son, Keith; her parents; her brother; and her sister.

She is survived by Byron, her husband of 65 years; her children, Byron Jr. and his wife Zoeann, of Searsport, Rodney and wife Barbara, of Columbia New Jersey, and Dorothy and husband James Small, of Skowhegan; many grandchildren; and many great-grandchildren.

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

Memorial donations maybe made to: Albion Christian Church, 51 Main Street, Albion ME 04910 or : Alzheimer’s Research at, www.alz.org.

ELEANOR B. FOSTER

AUGUSTA – Eleanor Bailey Foster, 96, passed away peacefully on Monday, Sept­mber 19, 2016, at Maine­General Medical Center, in Augusta. Eleanor was born in China Village on August 20, 1920, the daughter of William B and Ida (Pinkham) Bailey.

Eleanor spent all of her life in China except for a couple of years while she and Bill lived in Florida during World War II.

She married William A. “Bill” Foster  at China Baptist Church, in China, on August 20, 1944.  Eleanor and Bill raised two children and when the children reached school age in 1956, Eleanor was appointed postmaster and remained as the postmaster in China Village for 26 years until retiring in 1982.

Before and during her retirement, Eleanor kept actively involved within the church and the community.  She belonged to many community organizations, Woman’s Bible Study, China Historical Society, Women’s Auxiliary for the Legion, just to name a few.  She served as church secretary for the China Baptist Church, sang in the choir and on occasion played the organ.  She also kept herself active by playing golf, cross-country skiing, scrapbooking, crafting, reading, writing, doing genealogy and traveling around the country.

She was predeceased by her parents; two brothers, Nelson and Blaine Bailey; and her husband of 71 years of marriage, Bill.

Eleanor is survived by her two children, Dale Sturtevant, of Oakland, and Kendall Foster, of Dexter; two granddaughters, Heather Clark, of Old Orchard Beach, and Danielle Foster, of Albion; and several nieces, nephews, grandnieces, and grandnephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 1, 2016, at China Baptist Church, Causeway Road, China Village.  Burial will be right after the service at The China Village Extension Cemetery.  Following the burial, there will be a reception for Eleanor at the China Baptist Church Vestry.

Memorial donations may be made to:  China Baptist Church, P.O. Box 6095,   China Village, ME 04926.

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