OBITUARIES for Thursday, December 3, 2020

CHARLES FALES

FAIRFIELD – Charles Fales, 88, passed away on Monday, November 9, 2020. He was born on January 31, 1932, in Farmington, and resided with his parents, Charles and Ethel, and his four siblings in Dryden.

His family moved to Fairfield when he was a young boy, and he spent much of his time playing baseball, football, and basketball with his sisters Joanne and Betsy. He attended Lawrence High School, where he excelled in varsity sports and was the New England Foul Shooting Champion in his Senior year. He graduated as a member of the Lawrence class of 1950.

He then went on to attend Maine Maritime Academy, in Castine, graduating in 1954. While in attendance, he played on the Maine Maritime “Middies” baseball team, traveling to the southeastern United States and Cuba to play semi-professional baseball.

While in college, he met the love of his life, Ima June Wood, at a community dance at the Fairfield Center Grange Hall, and he would share many adventures with her over the next 61 years of his life. They married in 1953, and went on to have six children, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and countless happy moments together.

Following his graduation from Maine Maritime Academy, he was commissioned as an officer in the United States Navy, where he was stationed in San Diego, California. After serving in the Navy, he began his career with Babcock and Wilcox, and spent several years traveling the Eastern United States with his family.

In the 1970s, after years of travel, they decided to return to their hometown of Fairfield, where they resided in his childhood home. He began his career at Keyes Fibre Company, in Waterville, where he worked until his “first retirement” in 1995. He was always an industrious and diligent worker, and returned to work after retirement, supporting the maintenance departments at Colby College and MaineGeneral Medical Center, both in Waterville, as a boiler operator. He officially retired for the second time in 2012, at the age of 80. While residing in Fairfield, he supported his community in a variety of ways, serving on the MSAD #49 school board, as a coach for PAL youth baseball, and as a member of the American Legion.

In his later years, Charles enjoyed “ramming the roads” with his sweetheart, and taking trips to Hollywood Slots, in Bangor, and Foxwoods Resorts, in Connecticut. Mom enjoyed the slot machines, while he preferred harness racing – although they most preferred any adventure that involved each other. Over the years, he also enjoyed planning trips with his boys, especially to professional golf tournaments (hoping to catch a glimpse of “Tiger”) and horse races in California.

Charles, or “Bampie”, as he was lovingly called, was a dedicated and loving grandfather, and graciously shared his time, wisdom, advice, endless love, and loose change with his many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his soulmate, Ima; by his parents Charles Lyman Fales and Ethel Betsy Gilman Fales; as well as his siblings Emery, Robert, and Joanne.

He is survived by his children Jeanne and husband Eric, of Rockland, Charles Lyman Fales III and wife Terry, of Nantucket, Steven, of Fairfield, Jennifer and husband Steve Welch, of Farmingdale, Ted and wife Maria, of Nantucket, and Thad and partner Kathy, of Fairfield; his grandchildren Sara and husband Justin, Cory and wife Kelli, Jessica and husband Tyson, Brooks, Cassandra, Teddy, Seth, Monica, Isabelle, Olivia, Megan, MaKayla and Hunter; his great-grandchildren Emma, Kayla, Mila, Henry Charles, and Hazel; his sister Betsy Eaton, of Millinocket; his sister-in-law Pat Fales, of Damariscotta; as well as many nieces and nephews.

JASON J. GOGUEN

WATERVILLE – Jason J. Goguen, 42, passed peacefully in his sleep on Monday, November 9, 2020, following a courageous battle with colon cancer. He was born March 7, 1978, the son of Sally (Hewes) and Alan Goguen.

He attended Madison and Farmington school districts. He worked for MaineGeneral Medical Center, in mechanical services as a boiler technician. He loved his job and his work family. Jason enjoyed hunting, fishing and being out his boat for hours looking for the big ones.

Football was his greatest passion. After high school he continued to play for another 20 years, even starting his own team the Central Maine Warriors. An (Oakland/LasVegas) Raiders fan that bleed the silver and black, he was able to sit in the black hole at the Coliseum, one of the many items on his bucket list. He will still tell you “it was a Fumble.” Jason lived his life to the fullest and is a true Warrior. #Warrior42.

He loved everything about football that included being a coach for his son Jayson’s PAL team. He loved his adventures with his daughter Payton around New England, especially getting lobster rolls. His daughter Dakota would say he was her biggest cheerleader, cheering her on in all the sports she has played and wearing the number 42.

He is survived by his wife Crystal Goguen; his children Dakota, Jayson and Payton; his father Alan Goguen and mother Sally Lawrence; also stepmother Wendy Goguen and his second dad Mike Lawrence, many aunts and uncles and cousins.

At Jason’s request a funeral service will not be held. A life celebration will be held next spring.

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

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Herphaven Reptile Rescue and Sanctuary, 41 Hennessey Ave., Brunswick, ME 04011, herphaven@yahoo.com.

MARLENE A. PRYOR

BENTON – Marlene Ann Pryor (Paulette), 88, passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2020, at her home, in Benton.

She was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and the cornerstone of our family.

Marlene burned bright for 88 years, building and running both a family and a photography business (Pryor Studio) with her husband, Don. She put countless smiles on countless faces, and will continue to do so as she remains in our hearts and minds.

She was a voracious reader, loved watching classic movies, and had an uncanny ability to nearly always pull the card she needed when dominating her family at card games. She often repeated the phrase, “It’s not that I’m always right, I’m just never wrong.”

Marlene was predeceased by two of her daughters, Debra Haske and Kathy Pryor, her sister, Joan Alexander, brother Robert Paulette as well as one of her grandsons, Michael Poulin.

She is survived by her husband, Donald Pryor; son James Pryor; daughter Donna Wilson; son-in-law Greg Wilson; grandsons Luc Poulin, Daniel Wilson, Justin Pryor and spouse Abbie Moore; granddaughters Juli Bearce and spouse Jayson Bearce, Amanda Poulin, Danielle Poulin; great-grandchildren Olivia Skye and Phoenix, and many other extended friends and family.

A memorial service was held on Saturday, November 21, 2020, at the Lutheran Church of the Resurrection, 36 Cool St., Waterville, Maine.

In lieu of flowers, donations to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, 114 Perimeter Road, Nashua, NH 03063, are greatly appreciated.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 455 Waterville Road, Skowhegan ME 04976.

HOLLY L. MARGOLIS

WATERVILLE – Holly Louise Margolis (Thede), 73, of Waterville, died peacefully in her home, on Monday, November 16, 2020. Holly was born October 24, 1947, in Kansas City, Missouri, to the late Carl and Doris (Premer) Thede.

Holly and her family lived in many states during her childhood including Kansas, Colorado, Alabama and New Jersey. She graduated from Scotch Plains-Fanwood High School, in Scotch Plains, New Jersey, in 1965. Holly attended the University of Maine at Orono and graduated in 1969 with a B.A. in sociology. Her college years introduced her to the great state of Maine and she carried her love and fondness of the state through the end of her life.

While Holly held a variety of jobs following her graduation from college, her most important career choice was raising and caring for her three daughters. The love of Holly’s life was her family.

In addition to Holly’s deep affection for her family, she had many loyal and supportive friends near and far; including close friends who she walked with daily, her neighborhood book club, a gym family and many relationships from her extensive community involvement.

As a resident of Waterville for the past 32 years, Holly was a dedicated volunteer for many local organizations and schools. She was a fixture in the George J. Mitchell School library where she volunteered reading to students every week, with the hope of increasing their love of reading and learning. Holly was a volunteer for the Waterville Public School Adult Education ESL class. She was also part of the Waterville Women’s Association, where she served as treasurer and helped to provide scholarships to women in financial need.

Holly was an avid reader, and she loved travel, nature and bird watching. Her daily rituals of feeding her backyard squirrels and chipmunks brought her many smiles. She found great joy in the annual family beach vacation at Goose Rocks Beach, particularly the daily family gatherings.

As a self-proclaimed “queen of moderation,” there was nothing moderate about the way Holly devoted herself to her family. She was never happier than when she was involved with her husband, daughters, grandchildren and other family members. Holly was unstinting in her concerns for all aspects of her family’s lives. She was the first to help in matters large and small. Holly will be truly missed and will remain in the hearts of so many.

Holly loved her cats, which she adopted from the Humane Society Waterville Area. Her cats were a constant source of companionship and entertainment.

She is survived by her husband of 35 years, Dr. John Margolis, of Waterville; her three daughters, Christi Nesbitt Marchette, of Norfolk, Massachusetts, Maggie Nesbitt Doby (Patrick), of State College, Pennsylvania, and Sarah Margolis McCracken (Michael), of Walpole, Massachusetts; grandchildren, Jake and Olivia Marchette, and Ryan and Ella Doby; her siblings Chris Thede Antonak (Richard) and Jefferson Thede; her sister-in-law Judy Katz (Herb); brother-in-law Doug Margolis; and nieces Becky Antonak Welch (Paul) and Marah Katz Herbach (Jonathan) and their children Connor Welch and Zachary and Matthew Herbach.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Humane Society Waterville Area (hswa.org).

Due to Covid-19 a public memorial will not take place at this time.

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

MARGARET E. ROBBINS

WATERVILLE – Margaret Elizabeth (McLeod) Robbins, 90, wife of the late Hamlyn Robbins, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 16, 2020, at Northern Light-Lakewood Continuing Care Center, Waterville. She preferred to be called Liz. Liz was the first child of John and Margaret McLeod.

She helped in the care of her nine siblings. While living in Greenville, Liz married Charles Sawyer and at the age of 21 she gave birth to her daughter, Barbara Jean. Eighteen years later she married Hamlyn Robbins. She kept very busy operating the Weathervane Restaurant, that they had together in Readfield. After Ham’s passing Liz moved to the Waterville area to be closer to her daughter. It was during this time she finished her senior year of high school via adult education. She was very proud of this achievement.

Margaret is survived by her daughter, Barbara J. Sawyer; three sisters, Charlotte, Gail and Pricilla; three grandchildren, Darrin Lane, David Lane and Heidi Murphy; five great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews; three stepchildren, Hamlyn III, Beth and Stacy.

A graveside service will be held at the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Civic Center Drive, at 1 p.m., on Wednesday, November 25, 2020, and she will be buried next to her husband, “Ham”.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and recommendations of State of Maine and Maine CDC, masks must be worn and social distancing observed and no more then 50 may be in attendance.

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

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

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in her name to Lakewood Continuing Care Center Activities Fund, 220 Kennedy Memorial Dr., Waterville, ME 04901.

JANICE L. PARE

WATERVILLE – Janice Lynn Paré, 49, passed away on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, due to complications of Covid-19. She was born on December 8, 1970, to parents George and Delia Harper.

Janice obtained an associates in graphic design and worked for NRF Distributors, in Augusta, for many years. She enjoyed connecting with friends through social media. She was also very artistic and loved spending a day doing crafts. She was known by her family and friends as a kind and caring individual with a compassionate heart. She was a loving and private person, who appreciated the little things in life like quiet nights at home with her husband and cats.

Janice is predeceased by her father, George Harper; her stepfather, William Bess Jr.; her grandparents, Kermit and Frances Estes; her aunt, Nancy Benn; and her fur-baby Boogirl Butterscotch.

Janice is survived by her husband of 21 years, Gerard Paré, of Waterville; her mother, Delia Bess, of Presque Isle; her uncle, Butch Benn, of Aroostook County; and

Visitation will be held at Veilleux and Redington Funeral home, 8 Elm Street, Waterville, on Saturday, December 5, 2020, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home.

Condolences and memories can be shared by visiting Janice’s guestbook at http://www.veilleuxfuneralhome.com

GALEN C. PERKINS SR.

WINDSOR – Galen C. Perkins Sr., 83, of Windsor, passed away on Saturday, on November 21, 2020. He was born on November 20, 1937, in Presque Isle, to Shirley and Lorraine Perkins.

After serving four years in the U.S. Navy, Galen worked as a mechanic and driver. His favorite activities included hunting, fishing, snowmobiling and spending time with his family.

Galen leaves behind his children Gale Mallozzi, Lisa Perkins (Gerri), Galen Perkins Jr. and Amy Perkins (T); his grandchildren Cheyenne Perkins (Adam), Jacob Perkins, Tyler Mallozzi, and Katie Atkinson; his great-grandchildren Nicholas Price and Aidan Bechard; his brother Paul Perkins (Terry) and his sister Loretta Lamphere.

A funeral service was held on Wednesday, December 2, 2020, at Staples Funeral and Cremation Service, 53 Brunswick Ave., Gardiner. A brief internment service followed at the Maine Veterans Cemetery, on Civic Center Drive, in Augusta.

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

CAROL A. BOLES

OAKLAND – Carol Ann Boles of Oakland, 77, passed away on Tuesday, November 24, 2020, at MaineGeneral Medical Center, Augusta. Carol was born in Augusta on April 9, 1943, the daughter of Fred W. Brewer and Ruth L. (Perkins) Brewer.

Carol was educated in Augusta schools, graduating from Cony High School in 1961. She later graduated from hair dressing school.

After marrying her husband Richard, she became involved in Boles Market and Boles Real Estate, both in Waterville. Carol enjoyed many years of skiing at Sugarloaf, wintering in Gulfport, Florida, and enjoying her home on Messalonskee Lake (Snow Pond), in Oakland. Carol enjoyed gardening around her home.

Carol’s five grandchildren, Megan, Kaitlin, Connor, Lindsay and John were the love of her life.

Carol is survived by her husband of 55 years, Richard; her son, Elias J. Boles, daughter, Kimberly Devir; and her five grandchildren; her sister, Pauline B. Peters, her sister, Janet A. Sawyer and her husband Gaylen.

Carol was predeceased by her parents; her brother, Roger Brewer, her sister, Joyce E. Gray, and her brother, Warren H. Brewer.

There will be a private service at a later date.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to St. Joseph Maronite Church, 3 Appleton St., Waterville, ME 04901 or to the Harold Alfond Cancer Center, 361 Old Belgrade Rd., Augusta, ME 04330.

PAULINE W. GLIDDEN

CHINA – Pauline W. Glidden, 92, a lifelong resident of China, passed away following a brief illness, Thursday, November 26, 2020, at her home. She was born February 27, 1928, in China, the daughter of Victor B. Stimpsom and Ethyl G. (Gerald) Stimpsom.

She attended China schools and was a graduate of Erskine Academy, in South China. In 1956 she started working as a postal clerk in South China, where she remained until she turned 65 when she transferred to Augusta and began working part time.

Pauline was a member of the Eastern Lodge, in Weeks Mills, and she was a charter member of the American Legion Auxiliary.

She is survived by two sons, Fred Glidden and wife Bonnie, of China, and Nelson Glidden and wife Sue, of China; one daughter, Gayle Glidden, of China; 8 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and a niece, Pamela Aveling.

She was predeceased by her parents, companion of 10 years, Richard Coultes, and a brother, Victor G. Stimpson.

Messages of condolence may be sent to: www.finleyfunerlhome.com.

A graveside service will be held in the spring at Chadwick Cemetery, Windsor Road, China.

Arrangements by Finley Funeral Home, 15 Church Street, Livermore Falls, Maine.