OBITUARIES for Thursday, December 16, 2021

CYNTHIA L. BURBINE

WATERVILLE – Cynthia Lynn (Fowler) Burbine, 59, passed away on Sunday November 28, 2021, at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, following a nine-month battle with cancer. She was the wife to Jeff Burbine with whom she shared 28 years of marriage and two children. Cindy was born March 19, 1962, in Nashua, New Hampshire, the daughter of Carl and Winifred Fowler, of Prospect.

She was a happy girl who loved her parents and two brothers, Mark and Greg Fowler. She was a graduate of Nashua High School, in New Hampshire, and went on to further her education at Hesser College (now Mount Washington College), in Manchester, New Hampshire. She worked as an admissions assistant for many years and was a financial analyst at Wang Computers.

Cindy found fulfillment in raising her children and spending her time with her family. Cindy was a passionate person who valued her family and her faith in God. Her summers were spent swimming in her pool, roller skating and documenting family life through photography. She and her husband were active members at Faith Evangelical Free Church, in Waterville.

In addition to her husband Jeff and her parents, Cindy is survived by her two children, Alexandria E. Burbine, of Dover, and Jacob G. Burbine, of Fairfield; her brothers, Mark Fowler, of Orland, and Greg Fowler, of Bedford, New Hampshire; and her granddaughter Lila Burbine; many nieces and nephews.

Cindy’s memorial service was held at Faith Evangelical Free Church, 250 Kennedy Memorial Drive, Waterville, on Saturday, December 11, 2021.

Arrangements are in the care of the Knowlton and Hewins Funeral Home, 1 Church St. Augusta, where condolences may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the website at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Waterville Humane Society, 100 Webb Road, Waterville, ME, 04901.

KEVIN M. BRANDT

VASSALBORO – Kevin Michael Brandt, 44, passed away on Tuesday, November 30, 2021. Kevin was born March 9, 1977, to Gerald and Lily (Lyon) Brandt in Augusta.

He was raised in Richmond during his youth and later moved to North Augusta were he attended Buker School and Cony High School, graduating in 1995.

In August 1995 during the Windsor Fair, Kevin and met Jodele Chase and started dating. On May 15, 2004, they were married in the gazebo where they shared their first kiss nine years before.

In July 2004, Kevin was diagnosed with a brain tumor. But in February 2005, their son Hunter was born early, weighing just over a pound. Kevin was extremely proud and delighted to be called “Papa”. In 2009 Kevin went into remission. They moved to Vassalboro, and Kevin became a stay at home dad, and every morning he waited with Hunter to see him off to school and to meet his bus in the afternoon.

Kevin cherished his family and told them every day how much he loved them. He would do anything he could to help his family and friends. He would not hesitate to help a friend in a moments notice. Kevin would often drive his wife to work during snowstorms and show up before the end of her shift and start to clean her co-workers cars off of snow after a long shift. He had a soft spot for animals and almost all of their pets were adopted by Kevin when they were abandoned and unwanted. He was so generous and kind and never argued with his wife when she gathered several names off the angel tree at Christmastime.

Kevin loved to drive and they would often go for rides throughout Maine and New Hampshire. They never had a destination, and they would take roads they had never been on to see where it ended up. He loved being outdoors, enjoying nature. He was a hunter and fisherman and would often go “heater hunting”.

In 2017, Kevin’s brain tumor returned and was more aggressive this time around. His speech was affected and sometimes he would say funny things in place of the actual words he wanted to say. The family called it “tumor humor” and would refer to his tumor as a lemon. They laughed and cried together these past four years as Kevin lost control of his body. He was no longer able to drive and hunting was a far memory for him. He lost his energy and was unable to keep up with outdoor activities. Through it all he never complained and was a laid back guy. He would often say he lived, “just one day at a time.”

Kevin was predeceased by his grandmother Dorothy Shaw and his father Gerald.

He is survived by his wife Jodele (Chase), his son Hunter; mother Lily Brandt; brother Robert Brandt; uncles Charlie Lyon and his wife Ann, and Robin Lyon; cousins Travis, Parker and Jessica Lyon; aunt Mary Wood and her husband Doug; is mother-in-law Sally Costello; sister-in-law Andrea Grant; and nephew Joey Grant.

Kevin requested no funeral. A celebration of his life will be arranged later in March 2022.

In lieu of flowers please pay it forward and be generous just like Kevin. Pick a name off the angel tree, donate to the humane society in your area or help any person or animal in need and tell your loved ones everyday how much you love them.

THOMAS R. COLE

WINSLOW – Thomas Rueben Cole, 78, passed away on Thursday, December 2, 2021. He was born in Albion on August 2, 1943, the son of Burleigh and Bertha (Webber) Cole.

He married Kathy (Gilbert) on November 23, 1973, they had been married this past month for 48 years.

Tom served in the United States Army and later worked as a printer for many years for JS Mccarthy, in Augusta. He was a member of the Oakland Lions Club. He enjoyed wine making, fishing, and could make anything work again with a little duct tape and skill. He even tried karate and tai chi and was a very artistic soul. His greatest joy was being with his family and his grandsons. He loved spending time at Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, and Old Orchard Beach, with them.

Tom was predeceased by his parents; his brothers Richard and Roger Cole, his sister, Beverly Hayes, and his son-in-law Peter Bolduc.

He is survived by his wife, Kathy; his daughters Tammy and her husband Chuck Pullen, and Jill Bolduc; his sister, Jennie Gould; his grandchildren Ethan, Andrew, Ryan, and Justin; and many nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, Dec. 16, at the Maine Veterans Cemetery, on the Mount Vernon Road, in Augusta, at noon with military honors.

Arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home, 8 Elm St., Waterville, please visit http://www.VeilleuxFuneralHome.com to share your memories and condolences.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Oakland Lions Club, c/o David Coughlin, 76 Highland Drive, Oakland ME 04963.

VERNON E. WYMAN

LIBERTY – Vernon Eugene “Gene” Wyman, 82, passed peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 30, 2021, following a long illness. He was born in Morrill, on April 30, 1939, and grew up in Liberty Village.

He graduated from Walker High School in 1957. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy right out of high school and served until 1962 as an aviation machinist’s mate onboard the aircraft carrier U.S.S. Saratoga with VA-36.

He married Dorothy Livingstone (Dot) on April 14, 1962, and they remained in Liberty and raised their family there.

Gene was a long-time member of the Liberty Masonic Lodge #111 and the Arbutus Chapter of the Eastern Star. He worked all over the Northeast for Cianbro Corporation, of Pittsfield, as an electrician and millwright before retiring in 2004.

Gene was also a consummate tinkerer. He could often be found in his garage tinkering away on one of his Corvairs or fixing a lawnmower, or snowblower or chain saw, or some other piece of equipment. He also enjoyed hunting, snowmobiling, and taking early morning swims at Marshall’s Shore, on Lake St. George.

Gene was predeceased by his parents, Vernon “Peanut” and Lucilla Hussey Wyman, and his brothers-in-law Mike Sockalexis, David Livingstone, and Leslie Luce.

He is survived by his wife of almost 60 years, Dot Wyman, and their three children – Kimberly Wyman and her husband Kerry Guilford, of Lamoine, Lisa Dresser, and her husband Tim, of Camden, and Kirk Wyman, of Lisbon Falls; seven grandchildren, Katherine Libby, Ryan Reilly, Trevor Reilly, Ashlie Stubbs, Chelsie Herrin, Sage Wyman, and Saul Wyman; as well as his 10 great-grandchildren, Aiden, Madoc, Luke, Liam, Mia, Kinsleigh, Evelyn, Emmett, Oliver, and Nolan; his sister, Joyce Luce, of Washington; sisters-in-law Faith Garrold and her husband Don, of Searsport, Toni Clark and her husband Jesse, of Liberty, Shirley Livingstone, of Milbridge, Janet Strom and her husband Lenny, of Bangor, Sallie Bailey, of Lewiston, and Denise Saller and her husband Andy, of Olympia, Washington; brother-in-law Douglas Wood, of Clinton; as well as many nieces and nephews.

At his request, there will be no visiting hours.

A graveside service will be held in the spring.

If you wish to honor Gene’s memory, please consider making a donation to the Liberty Masonic Lodge or Arbutus chapter of the Eastern Star.

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

HAROLD M. KLAIBER

WATERVILLE – Harold M. Klaiber, 90, of Waterville, passed away on Friday, December 3, 2021. Harold was born August 27, 1931, in Kenmore, New York, the son of Herbert and Helen (Dailey) Klaiber.

He enlisted in the Navy following his graduation and was a veteran of the Korean War. He would later earn his masters degree from Syracuse University, in forestry. Harold worked for Scott Paper Co., Central Maine Power and Dirigo Partners.

He was a longtime member of the First Congregational Church, in Waterville, serving as Sunday School teacher and deacon throughout earlier years. Harold loved the outdoors, fishing, football, and most of all spending time with his family at his camp on Moosehead Lake or the yearly reunions at Sunset Beach, North Carolina.

Harold was predeceased by his wife Jean, his son Andrew Klaiber, his daughter Ruthanne Klaiber, his grandson Michael Klaiber, and his two brothers Morton and Arnold Klaiber.

He is survived by his sons, Clyde and Kelly Klaiber, and Paul and Carole Klaiber; his daughter-in-law Kelly Klaiber; his sister Carol Grace; his grandchildren, Amy (Nate) Herbert, Courtney Klaiber, Thomas Klaiber, Jeremy Klaiber, Danielle (Mark) Legere, Nicholas (Amanda) Klaiber, Kristin (Patrick) Fitzgerald, and Heidi (Charlie) Klaiber- Judkins; 10 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

A funeral service was held on Saturday, Dec. 11, at Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home, 8 Elm Street, in Waterville.

Please visit http://www.VeilleuxFuneralHome.com to share your memories and condolences with Harold’s family.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Beacon Hospice through Amedisys Foundation, 384 American Way, Suite A, Baton Rouge, LA 70816.

ROSARIO J. SANTERRE

GARDINER – Rosario “Rosy” J. Santerre, 100, passed away peacefully at Woodlands Memory Care, in Hallowell, on Friday, December 3, 2021. Rosy was born on November 2, 1921, in North Connor, the son of Albert and Mattie Santerre.

The family later moved to Waterville. Rosy graduated from Waterville High School where he played football and hockey, sparking a lifelong love of the sport.

Rosy married Iva Wing in May 1941. Their love spanned 44 years, endured two wars, welcomed three children and was always rooted in family.

Shortly after they were married, Rosy joined the U.S. Navy, serving aboard ship during World War II until he was discharged in 1945. After returning home, he worked at Bath Iron Works for a short time before joining the staff at the Veteran’s Administration, in Togus, as an electrician.

He soon began building a home for his family in Gardiner – a labor of love that would have to wait as he was called upon again to serve in the Navy during the Korean War, at which time he was stationed in Norfolk, Virginia. He picked up his hammer after returning, completing construction of the home he started and in which he and his family would live many happy years. He lived there until becoming a resident of Woodlands, in Waterville, in March 2021 at the age of 99.

Rosy and Iva purchased property on Tacoma Lake, in Litchfield, in 1954, where he built a family camp. The first winter after the camp was complete, his vision of summers on the water and his passion for building lead to his next project: a boat that he built in the cellar of his home with bulkhead doors smaller than the boat was wide. Undeterred, Rosy found a way and the boat set sail in the summer 1955. The lake was a special gathering place for family and friends for several years especially for his daughter, Gail, who summered there for many years.

The game of hockey was a large part of Rosy’s life. He played on many outdoor rinks for years until Kennebec Ice Arena, in Hallowell, was built in 1973. He was part of a group that brought hockey and skating to our area. There he played in the men’s league, coached youth hockey and as a staff member, was often seen driving the Zamboni. When Camden Ice Vault replaced the former arena, the fireplace paid tribute to him with the words “Rosy’s Rink of Dreams”.

Rosy also spent time on the slopes, driving the family to Sugarloaf nearly every weekend for a couple of years before building a camp there in the early 1960s. Once the arena opened, he sold the camp at Sugarloaf but still made his way to the mountain a few times each winter.

Rosy’s full life also included the love of golf. He took to the greens, playing local courses as well as traveling with golf buddies out of state for enjoyable games on various courses. He played in several leagues over the years and was fortunate to play a few holes at a time to the hospitality of Sheepscott Links, in Whitefield. He last played in the summer 2019 at the age of 98 years old.

To add to Rosy’s life of activities, he became a crew member on the race team of his grandson, Steven Prescott. From Legends cars, they moved into the PRO Truck Series and then graduated to NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series. He enjoyed being with the team and their many adventures from 1990 – 2000. He also made some memorable road trips with son-in-law, Peter, in a 1940 Ford. They logged miles across Route 66 and adventures to other states always returning home with happy tales to share.

Throughout his century of living, Rosy always took pride and found joy in his family and friends.

He will be sadly missed by many. May he rest in peace knowing his legacy lives on. He was predeceased by his year-old son, Elmer Kenneth, in November 1947; wife, Iva Marie, in March 1985; and daughter, Gail Ann, in November 2018.

He leaves behind his daughter Sandra and husband Peter Prescott; granddaughter, Stacy Prescott and husband Michael Zerangue; grandson, Steven Prescott and wife Tracey and their children, Peter and Patrick Prescott, Tyler, Tanner, Tucker and Talia Nussinow.

A celebration of Rosy’s amazing life will be held at the Camden National Bank Ice Vault, Hallowell, at a later date to be announced.

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

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

Those wishing to remember Rosy in a special way may make gifts in his memory to Rosy’s Youth Hockey Scholarship Fund, c/o Camden National Bank Ice Vault, P.O. Box 216, Hallowell, ME 04347.

MARILYN I. ALLEY

NORTH VASSALBORO – Marilyn I. Alley, 81, of North Vassalboro, died peacefully at home on Friday, December 3, 2021. She was born in Montville on August 13, 1940, the daughter of the late Clarence and Thelma Choate.

Marilyn married F. Richard Alley, of North Vassalboro, on March 19, 1966. They were married for 49 years until his passing on December 5, 2015.

In her younger years, Marilyn loved farming, horseback riding, and crocheting. In her later years she would make and donate afghans to the Native American children of Montana and South Dakota. She loved writing to her many pen pals across the country. She enjoyed gardening as well.

Marilyn is survived by her children, Raymond C. Alley, of North Vassalboro, and Rachel Akers and her husband, David J., Jr., of Albion; her two grandchildren, Richard Akers, of Albion, and Jesse Akers, of Fairfield; and her three great-grandchildren, Reagan Vannah, and Hunter Akers, and Luna Akers, all of Waterville.

A graveside service will be announced in the spring.

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

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in Marilyn’s memory to St. Joseph’s Indian School, P.O. Box 100, Chamberlain, SD 57325-0100.

ROSE E. ROWE

BENTON – Rose Earlene Rowe, 65, passed away on Friday, December 3, 2021, following a brief illness. She was born in Waterville on August 16, 1956, the daughter of the late Everett and Theresa (Buotte) Rowe.

Rose was a graduate of Lawrence High School, in Fairfield, class of 1974. Her past employment included C. F. Hathaway Shirt Co., Yard Goods Center, both in Waterville, and was a housekeeper for several years. She also volunteered as an EMT for the town of Unity, and volunteered for the Red Cross, assisting victims of fire and automobile accidents by bringing them blankets, clothing, toys for the children, and mostly words of comfort.

Rose was a wonderful seamstress and did some crocheting. She loved to read novels, and research books about archeology, gemstones, or antiques. She enjoyed playing Bingo, playing cards with her dear friend, Earline Bickford, going shopping with her aunt, Dot Veilleux, and trips to the beach with her cousin, Danielle Marcoux.

Rose loved to go metal detecting and hunting for gemstones. She enjoyed going to auctions, and lawn sales with her good friend, Wayne Fitch. Some of her other adventures included flying lessons, driving a race car at Unity Raceway, trips to Belfast to enjoy the ocean, and she became a member of a gem club here in Maine. She was kind, funny, intuitive, adventurous, loving, outgoing, and had a sparkling personality.

She loved the Lord, and was baptized together with her daughter, Jenn, in the summer of 1998, at Lake St. George. She was loved by many and will be greatly missed.

Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her brother, David Rowe.

Rose is survived by her daughter, Jenn Davis, and her husband, Kurt; her grandchildren, Kayla Flewelling and her husband, Josiah, Sara Dumont and her husband, Nicholas, Brandon Davis, Amber Davis and her fiancé, Tyler Brown, Emily Davis, Samuel Davis, and Camden Davis; her great-grandchildren, Lily, Emelia, Diana, Camille, Grayson, and Aspen; and, many cousins, and extended family members.

A celebration of her life will be held at 2 p.m., on Saturday, January 22, 2022, at East Benton Christian Church, 500 East Benton Road, in Benton. Burial will be in the spring at St. Francis Cemetery, in Waterville.

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

Donations to help defray funeral expenses can be made to her daughter, Jennifer Davis, 24 Unity Road, Benton, ME 04901.

THERESA J. MURRAY

WATERVILLE – Theresa Jean (Noel) Murray, 85, passed away on Monday, December 6, 2021. Theresa was the daughter of Joseph and Rose (LaCroix) Noel, of Waterville. She was born on October 19, 1926, as one of six children.

Theresa was a social butterfly who never met a stranger. She was very active in the VFW Auxiliary and loved to dance and travel with her friends, “The Three Musketeers.” Theresa was a true daughter of Maine who worked hard all her life whether at the toothpick factory, waitressing in Waterville and owning Mother Murray’s restaurant in Fairfield.

She was a devoted mother to her three children, always tending to their needs whether they lived locally in Waterville or served in Vietnam. As a child of the Depression, she lived a life of self-sacrifice and frugality always saving for a rainy day. Through it all she lived a happy and fulfilled life always surrounded by friends and welcoming many neighbor-hood, high school and collegiate friends of her children. To those family and friends who loved her goodbye will never suffice.

She was predeceased by her parents, five siblings and her husband Kenneth Murray.

She is survived by her three children, son Daniel and wife Cynthia of Atlanta, Georgia; daughter Kathy and her husband Greg, of Canaan; and youngest son Karl and wife Jennifer, of Waterville; five grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren living in the Waterville area as well as Kennesaw, Georgia.

A Mass of Christian Burial was held on Saturday, December 11, at Notre Dame du Perpetual Secours Catholic Church, 116 Silver Street, Waterville.

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

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

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to MaineGeneral Hospice, P.O. Box 828,Waterville, Maine 04901.

CYNTHIA COLLINS-BUZBY

SIDNEY – Cynthia “Cindy” Collins-Buzby, 71, of Sidney, passed away following a long illness at her home on Monday, December 6, 2021. Born November 4, 1950, in Gardiner, she was the daughter of Philip and Arlena (Sidelinger) Collins.

A graduate of Erskine Academy, in South China, class of 1969, Cindy held various positions in many different occupations including being a nurse’s aide, but she always felt her biggest and most meaningful accomplishment was being a wife and mother.

Cindy enjoyed spending time with her family, bird watching and as an avid animal lover being an advocate of the Humane Society Waterville Area. She also supported many other charitable organizations including the Wounded Warriors Project for wounded veterans. Cindy’s humor and quick wit brought joy and laughter to all who knew her.

Cindy was predeceased by both of her parents; and her grandson, Triton Knowlton.

Cindy is survived by her husband, Robert “Buz” Buzby; her two daughters, Jaime (Peabody) Hanks and her husband Ian Hanks, of Standish, and Stacy (Buzby) Knowlton, of Fairfield; and her four stepchildren, Roger and his wife Sarah Buzby, of Millinocket, Vanessa (Buzby) Glazier and her husband Jeffrey Glazier, of Waterville, Winne Buzby, of Seattle, Washington, and Amanda Buzby, of Gardiner; and six grandchildren.

A private family burial at the Maine Veterans’ Memorial Cemetery in Augusta will be held at a later date.

Condolences, memories and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the funeral home website familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Rd., Waterville, ME 04901.

PETER J. BOLDUC

WINSLOW – Peter John Bolduc, 49, passed away suddenly from natural causes on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. He was born April 17, 1972, in Waterville the third son of Joseph O. and Rowena (Wrigley) Bolduc.

Pete grew up in Oakland, graduating from Messalonskee High School, then graduating from the University of Maine-Orono with degrees in physical education as well as special education.

He worked for many years at the Oakland Recreation Summer program. Pete began his teaching career as well as football coaching career at SAD #47 (now RSU #18), in Oakland, immediately following graduation. In 2006, Pete fulfilled a lifelong goal of becoming a phys ed. teacher in the Winslow school system. Not long after, he became a football coach for the Winslow Black Raiders. In 2021, Pete and his lifelong friend Wes Littlefield, became co-head coaches of the Black Raiders.

Pete and Jill (Cole) Bolduc were married on March 27, 1998, at St. Theresa’s Catholic Church, in Oakland. Pete and Jill were blessed with two sons, Andrew and Justin, who both had the opportunity to be taught and coached by their father.

Following their father, they are both currently students at the University Maine Orono. Pete loved his family, players, students, and communities.

Following their passion for community service, Pete and Jill worked several summers at Pine Tree Camp, in Oakland, where Pete made many lifelong friends. Their commitment to helping others, the community, and the betterment of the students Pete taught, will be their legacy for generations to come.

Preceding Peter in death are his parents, his sister Lori Lee and his father-in-law Thomas Cole.

Pete leaves behind his wife Jill; his sons Andrew and Justin; his mother-in-law, Kathy Cole; his brothers, Joey and wife Sally, and Kevin and wife Kathy; his sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Tammy and Chuck Pullen; as well as several nieces and nephews and their families.

In lieu of flowers an annual scholarship for a Winslow football player best representing Pete’s values and pursuing further education will be established.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, December 18, 2021, at Lewis Cemetery, Cottle Road, in Oakland, beginning at 10 a.m.

Arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home, 8 Elm St. Waterville, please visit http://www.VeilleuxFuneralHome.com to share your memories and condolences.

Please send contributions, made payable to Winslow High School to, Coach Peter Bolduc Memorial Scholarship, Winslow High School, 20 Danielson St., Winslow, ME 04901.

IVAN LACOMBE

WATERVILLE – Ivan Lacombe, 86, of Waterville, passed away on Wednesday December 8, 2021. He was born in Saint- Eleuthere, Québec, son of Theodore and Germaine LaCombe.

In Fort Kent he married the love of his life, Yvette Raymond. They moved to Waterville soon after and started a family. He later retired from Keyes Fibre / Chinet (now Huhtamaki), in Waterville, after 30-plus years of dedicated employment. He was a hard worker and did side work for himself over the years as well. Ivan loved fishing, especially with his sons.

Ivan is survived by a family that includes his five children and their families: son, Milton Lacombe, wife Nancy and grandchildren Sarah and Nicole and their families, son, Roland Lacombe, daughter, Darlene Lacombe, husband Dana Russell and grandchildren Ron Reynolds and Melissa Lacombe and their families, son, Raymond LaCombe, wife Judy and granddaughter Stacey Carson and husband, daughter, Lisa LaCombe, husband Jamey Norman and grandchildren Scott Norman, Vanessa Gerry and husband; and extended family.

There will be no public visitation at the family’s request.

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

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

JULIET FERRIS

WATERVILLE – Juliet “Judy” Ferris, 95, passed in peace on Thursday December 9, 2021, at Oak Grove Nursing Home, in Waterville. She was born on August 30, 1926, in North Vassalboro, to Thomas Bolos Ferris and Catherine “Katina” Ferris.

She was predeceased by her parents; her brother, Deeb David Ferris and her sister-in-law, Sumayah Nawfel Ferris, sisters Dale Ferris, Emmeline Wells, Faith Ferris; and two nephews, Paul Anthony Ferris and Thomas David Ferris.

She is survived by many nieces and nephews throughout the U.S. and locally, including Maria Ferris Bouchard and her husband Frank Bouchard, Allison Ferris Crate and her husband Stephen, Richard Ferris, and Catherine Berryman.

She will be remembered as a caring nursery school teacher for the Holy Childhood Nursery School that she ran for many years with her sister, Dale Ferris. Many generations of young students in the greater Waterville area obtained an early foundation to God and life from her guidance and care.

She was a faithful parishioner at Corpus Christie Parish, and attended St Bridget’s Church, in North Vassalboro. She was great friends with Father Jim Roy whom she visited with her sister, Dale, in Kenya, Africa. It was a trip of a lifetime she and Dale took in July 1980 when they visited London, Paris, and Rome before arriving at the Maryknoll Mission, in Mombasa, Kenya.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:30 a.m., on Saturday, December 18, at Notre Dame Catholic Church, 116 Silver St. in Waterville. Internment of the ashes will be held in the spring 2022 in the North Vassalboro Village Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm St., Waterville. An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com.

MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR ROBERT FOSTER

A memorial service will be held for Robert “Bob” Foster, on Tuesday, December 28, at 1 p.m., at the MacCrillis-Rousseau VFW Post #8835, on Veterans Dr., in Winslow.

Bob, 88, passed away suddenly on Saturday, November 13, 2021, at JFK International Airport, in New York City, New York. He and his wife Marion were on their way to visit their grandson in Washington state.