OBITUARIES for Thursday, June 19, 2025

MARGARET L. GENEST

FAIRFIELD – Margaret “Peggy” Lorine Genest, 78, passed away peacefully in her home, on Monday, June 2, 2025. Peggy was born in Augusta, on April 19, 1947, to Laurent and Ida Dutil.

She graduated from Cony High School,in Augusta, in 1965. She went on to work for the State of Maine and then for the Maine State Legislature for two years. She also worked for the U.S. Navy in the office at Bath Iron Works, Kennebec Valley Community College, in Fairfield, and Senior Spectrum, in Waterville. She was also involved in church activities and served as a Eucharistic minister.

Peggy shared 55 years of marriage with her husband, Michael. Together, they raised their three sonsr. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, whether it was camping at Brassua Lake Campground, playing card and board games, or simply being together and chatting about their daily lives. Peggy was the dessert guru of the family and loved to make special treats for family.

Peggy loved watching her children and grandchildren play music and sports, and loved spending time with her favorite granddaughter, Everlie. .

Peggy is survived by her husband of 55 years Michael Genest; her son Michael (Dawn), and grandchildren Colby and Jacob; her son Vincent Genest; and her son Bruce (Trisha), and grandchildren Cole, Everlie, and Miller; her brother, Ronald “Pete” (Kathy) Dutil; her sister, Marietta Morin; brothers-in-law, Bob Genest, and Dale Genest; sisters-in- law Paula (Don) Carter, and, Cheryl (Steve) Mitchell.

Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, Laurent and Ida Dutil, and sisters-in-law Jeannine (Bob) and Joan (Dale).

A church service will be held at Notre Dame Catholic Church, 116 Silver St., in Waterville, on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 9 a.m. Burial will follow at Saint Francis Cemetery, Grove St., in Waterville, and a celebration of Peggy’s life will be held back at Notre Dame Catholic Church immediately following burial.

GEORGE R. REID

CLINTON – George R. Reid, 86, passed away at home on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. George was born in Fairfield on March 6, 1939, son to Dorothy Margaret (Gerald) and Arthur W. Reid, Sr.

He was raised and attended schools in the Fairfield area where he participated in 4-H and graduated from Lawrence High School.

George’s first job was for his uncle in Waterville who owned Howard Gerald Trucking. From there he continued trucking at several different locations ultimately retiring from Currier Trucking, in Skowhegan.

George was a quiet man, when he spoke, it was always important and impactful. Family was most important to him. Growing up there are many fond memories left of loading up in the family station wagon, packing lunch, and traveling all throughout Maine. Whether it was rides to the coast or to the mountains, it was always an adventure. George adored his time with his grandchildren. A round of poker was always a good time to be shared with his family and friends.

He was predeceased by both his parents; brothers Paul Reid and Arthur “Joe” Reid; sister Betty Whittaker; brothers-in law William “Billy” Sabins, Wyman Goodwin, Sherwood Chamberlain, and Wayne Dostie; and stepchildren Burton “Sonny” Danforth, III and Lisa (Danforth) Robinson.

George is survived by his wife of 52 years, Judith Reid; daughters Tammy Auclair with her husband Jim, Trudy Reid, and Jodie Reynolds with her husband John; son Robert Reid with his wife Anita; 13 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren with one on the way; brother Alan Reid with his wife Sandra; sisters, Shirley Gifford and her husband Dave, Jane Chamberlain, Verna Goodwin, and Gail Dudley with her husband Sheldon; sister-in-law Nolly Dostie; many nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, July 19, 2025, at 11 a.m., at the North Fairfield Friends Cemetery, located on Middle Road, in Fairfield.

Please visit George’s memorial page at https://svremembrancecenter.com/obituaries/george-reid-2025 where condolences, photos, and special memories may be shared.

CHARLES F. EVERS

SOUTH CHINA– Charles F. Evers, 69, of South China, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Andwell Home Hospice, in Auburn, as the result of complications from a stroke he suffered on April 30, 2025. Charlie was born on February 6, 1956, in Beloit, Wisconsin, the son of Charles Patrick (Pat) Evers and Betty Mae (Mills) Evers.

The family lived in Beloit until his father passed in 1967, after which his mother moved he and sister Kathleen back to the Augusta area to be closer to family.  He then attended St. Mary’s School and graduated in 1974 from Cony High School, both in Augusta.

From 1975 to 2013, he was employed by O’Connor GMC, of Augusta.  Initially hired as a Parts Department counter person, he worked his way up to Assistant Parts Manager and later became Parts Manager for the last 16 years of his tenure.

Charlie was an amazing person.  He was smart, curious, artistic, hardworking and very funny! He loved music, especially hard rock. He loved being outdoors.  His many activities included hunting, fishing both open water and ice, snow and water skiing, camping with his children and nieces and nephews when they were young, four wheeling, snowmobiling and ice boating. He joined in his children’s activities with his daughter Adria as she competed in horseback riding, and his son Travis as he competed in motocross racing.  Charlie loved hanging with children and was a much adored uncle who could always be relied on to make things fun.  He liked to sit under the stars on a clear night, as well as walking in the woods and being out in the middle of a good snowstorm. He painted, sculpted and drew.  His wood sculptures were gorgeous. Good fun was drawing pictures with chalk on the garage floor and sculpting weird and crazy beings in red clay.

He was predeceased by his father in 1967, his mother in 1996 and his sister, Kathleen Evers Heath in 2021.

Charlie is survived by his wife of 19 years, Cristina (Lewis) Evers, of South China; his two children, Adria Evers Tomlinson and Travis P. Evers, of Snowmass, Colorado; and his stepson, Joshua R. Cook, of Augusta; three grandchildren,  Avril Tomlinson, Nolan Tomlinson and Henry Evers, all of Snowmass, Colorado; his brother-in-law Thomas Heath, of Sidney.

At his request there will be no funeral services.  Later in the summer a Celebration of Life will be announced.  His ashes will be spread at a location of his choosing where he will spend eternity in the arms of nature.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta, ME 04330. Condolences, stories and photos may be shared by visiting www.plummerfh.com.

LAIRD W. STINSON

FAIRFIELD – Laird Wendell Stinson, 71, of Fairfield, passed away peacefully on Thurs­day, June 5, 2025, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on April 10, 1954, in Wilton, Laird was the son of Evelyn Gladys Williams and Owen Parker Stinson.

He lived a life marked by humility, generosity, kindness, and unwavering strength. A faithful follower of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Laird was baptized into the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in 1969 and spent his life serving in many honored church roles.

Laird graduated from Mt. Blue High School, in Farmington, in 1972 and went on to earn an associate degree from Central Maine Community College, in Auburn. He began his career as an electrician and was soon hired by SD Warren, in Westbrook. He later joined SAPPI, in Hinckley, where he worked for an incredible 47 years at their Skowhegan plant.

In the spring of 1975, Laird met the love of his life, Sue Sites, at Reid State Park. They were married later that year and would have celebrated 50 years of marriage. Together, they raised a close-knit and loving family, always placing faith and service at the center of their home.

Laird was a man of many talents — he could build or fix anything and was especially known for perfecting the fried egg sandwich. He was an avid hunter and lover of the outdoors, and always happiest when surrounded by his family.

Laird is survived by his wife, Sue; and their six children, Sean Stinson, of Phoenix, Arizona, Melissa Hurley and her husband Brian, of Winslow, Megan Thomas and her husband Sean, of Hampden, Thomas Stinson and his partner Jeremy Damren, of Belgrade, Anganette Facer and her husband Hansen, of San Antonio, Texas, and Shane Reitze, of Fairfield; 16 grandchildren; and one great-grandchild.

He was predeceased by his granddaughter, Princess Savannah Hurley; his brother, Owen Stinson; and his parents.

A Celebration of Life was held on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 50 Washington St., Waterville.

IRENE DUMONT

SKOWHEGAN – Irene Dumont, 107, reluctantly gave up her Boston Post Cane on Thursday, June 5, 2025, as Skowhegan’s oldest resident. She was born in Van Buren on August 23, 1917, the daughter of Arthur and Marguerite (Ouellette) Gallant.

Following the early death of her father and financial losses during the stock market crash in the late 1920s, Irene’s family relocated to Skowhegan where she helped to make ends meet by working in the spinning mill on the island. She was later a waitress at several local restaurants. Irene had the opportunity to wait on President Eisenhower when he visited Skowhegan in 1955.

Irene married Eugene Dumont in 1938, and they raised five children. Gene would serve in the U.S. Army as a lieutenant during World War II and as captain in the Maine National Guard, before working in the Skowhegan post office. After retirement, they wintered in Lakeland, Florida. They used to drive their camping trailer north every summer to visit their children and grandchildren. Gene passed away in 1995.

Irene loved being the center of attention and enjoyed participating in family gatherings and events – especially if they were celebrating another milestone in her long life.

She was a “late bloomer.” In her 50s she started driving a car. In her 60s, she learned to ski at Eaton Mountain, and took up bowling, playing on two league teams. In her 70s, she learned to use a checking account and pay bills, which she maintained with little assistance for over 20 years. She also left the country for the first time, on a trip to Italy. In her 80s, she took up shuffleboard, topping the leader board and winning trophies along the way.

Irene was a voracious reader. She enjoyed daytime soap operas. She was also an avid New England Patriots fan. She played thousands of card games over the course of her lifetime. Her final card game – cribbage – saw Irene gleefully skunk her own grandson.

She also loved horse racing. Irene and Gene worked at the parimutuels for several years in the 1960s and 1970s. She continued betting and attending the horse races at local county fairs until well past her 100th birthday. At the age of 107, Irene was the last of her generation. All her siblings predeceased her: Artheline Lurette, Rose Vashon, and Raymond, Gloris and Lucien Gallant. She also suffered the loss of two grandsons: Jon Bolduc and David Dumont.

Surviving are her five children, Patricia Bolduc, of Skowhegan, Elaine (Wayne) Folsom, of North Fort Myers, Florida, Eugene (Dianna) Dumont, of Smithfield, Ronald (Ruth) Dumont, of Skowhegan, and Kathleen Dumont, of Skowhegan; 12 grandchildren, Lance (Cecilia) Bolduc, of Skowhegan, Ronald (Tina) Bolduc, of Lugoff, South Carolina, Suzanne (Tim) Laney, of Sidney, Steven (Lesley) Folsom, of Norridgewock, Scott Folsom, of Port Charlotte, Florida, Andrew Dumont, of Smithfield, Deidre (William) Briggs, of Gorham, Kelly (Barry) Lemery, of the Villages, Florida, Meagan Dumont, of Waterville, Brian (Erika) Beaulieu, of Skowhegan, Karen (Chris) Smith, of Skowhegan, and Jeffrey (Libby) Foss, of Skowhegan; 23 great-grandchildren; 11 great-great-grandchildren; and many nephews, nieces.

There was a funeral Mass at the Skowhegan Notre Dame Church, on June 16, 2025.

Irene will be laid to rest on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 1 p.m., alongside her husband at the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, located at Civic Center Drive, 143 Blue Star Avenue, in Augusta.

Please visit Irene’s memorial page at https://svremembrancecenter.com/obituaries/irene-dumont where condolences, photos, and special memories may be shared.

CLARE A. JOHANSMEIER

WATERVILLE – Clare Ann (Dore) Johansmeier, 72, died Saturday, June 7, 2025, following a long battle with dementia. Clare was born October 2, 1952, to Dr. Clarence Dore and Marjorie Dore, of Waterville.

She graduated in 1970 from Waterville High School and continued her education at University of Northern Colorado, ultimately earning her bachelor’s degree.

Clare traveled the country and made teaching her chosen profession wherever she spent significant time. Though the places are now immeasurable, she always looked back fondly on the time she spent teaching children on Indian reservations. After many years, she returned home to Waterville to raise her two children, Jacob and Andrew, and continued her work in the education field.

Throughout her life, she loved to care for others. Her home was always open, whether it was for her children and their large group of neighborhood friends to play and regroup, or for friends of her own and family in need of a soft spot to land for food and companionship. For those in need of shelter for brief periods of time, even children of her close friends, most came to call her “Auntie Clare”.

In 2010, Clare was diagnosed with early onset dementia. She tried hard to live independently, but ultimately spent the rest of her years in the memory care unit at Mount St. Joseph’s, in Waterville.

She was predeceased by both parents; her brother, Peter Dore and sisters Betsy Trainor and Bonnie Soper.

She is survived by her sons Jacob and wife Meghan Johansmeier, of South Portland, Andrew Johansmeier and fiancée Inez Gregor, of Oakland; grandchildren, Clara May and Kolten Johansmeier; and sisters Judy Dore, of Scarborough, and Sarah Dore, of Bellingham, Washington; cousins, nieces and nephews in numbers too large to count.

The family will be planning a celebration in her honor at a later date.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation to Dementia research at http://www.alz.org.

PATRICIA M. FERRAN

WATERVILLE – Patricia M. Ferran, 70, passed away on Monday, June 9, 2025, at Woodlands Senior Living, in Waterville, due to complications associated with Multiple Sclerosis. Patricia was born on April 11, 1955, daughter of Herbert J. and Genevieve E. (Ireland) Ferran, growing up in North Vassalboro.

She graduated high school from Mount Merici Academy, in Waterville, in 1974. She was employed at MaineGeneral Medical Center, in Waterville, until 2005.

Patti took great pride in her nieces and nephews and talked about them with praise to friends and co-workers. Sport achievements, religious milestones or simple family gatherings held a special place in her heart. Christmas gatherings were always a time of celebration and laughter. She was always up for a good card game, board game, badminton match or long telephone conversation.

In her later years, Patti was known for her different sayings that we refer to as Patty-isms. All that and a bag of corn chips, I like chocolate, hey kid, where is my hug? Mama said there would be days like this but so many? She certainly was a hoot but through it all she never complained and remained grateful for the help she received from others.

Patti is survived by her brother Richard and his children Joshua, Angela and Shawn; her sister, Valerie (Joseph) Collins and her son Andrew Ferran; her brother Herbert (Mary Arsenault) and their children Ryan, Kristy and Michael; her sister, Pamela (Stephen) Perro; and a special friend Pat Crockett.

Patti was predeceased by her parents as well as her best friend and partner, Anthony Pooler in 2017.

A memorial service was held on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Interment followed at the North Vassalboro Village Cemetery, on Cemetery Street, in North Vassalboro.

BEVERLY H. HOWARD

PALERMO – Beverly H. Howard (Bailey), 83, passed away on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, after a fairly brief battle with dementia.

Beverly was the fifth of 14 children. Over the years, she embraced many roles – working as a bus driver, at Digital Equipment Corporation, in Augusta, and later, after retirement, in the cafeteria of local schools.

She was blessed to have a large blended family of children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, affectionately nicknamed “Big Grammy” for her height in contrast to another grandmother. Big Grammy was known for her quick wit, no-nonsense attitude, and deep love for all the children in her life. She was fiercely devoted to her husband, son, and grandchildren. She filled her days cooking and baking her signature dishes, planning family camping trips, organizing snowmobiling adventures, and making cherished summer memories at water parks with her grandchildren.

Beverly was predeceased by her stepson Scott Howard, her great-grandson Tucker, her parents Hazel and Irwing, and seven of her siblings.

She is survived by her husband, Eugene Howard; her son, Corey Tobey and his wife, Cheryl; her stepson, John Howard Sr and his wife, Terry; her granddaughter, Samantha Bishop and her husband, Paul, and grandson Jack Tobey and his wife, Naomi; step-grandchildren John and Ben Howard, Jesse and Adam Howard, Carly, Jimmy, and Bobby Rose; 12 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; six siblings, Pauline Glidden, Paul Bailey, Norman Bailey, Tinka Turner, Nancy Bolte and Diane Turner; and many nieces and nephews.

To celebrate Beverly’s life and share memories, a private gathering of family and friends will be held at Corey and Cheryl’s home in Palermo. Date and time are to be determined.

Arrangements are under the care of Riposta Funeral Home, in Belfast.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to a charity of your choice.

MACK J. HAMLIN

FAIRFIELD – Mack Jeffrey Hamlin, 73, passed away on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. He was born on December 6, 1951, to Robert and Marionette Hamlin.

He attended Lawrence High School, in Fairfield, where he met and married his high school sweetheart, Carlene Leavitt. Together, they celebrated 52 years of marriage. He worked for Jordan Meats, Associated Grocers, and retired from the State of Maine Department of Transportation.

A graveside service will be held on Friday, June 27, at 10 a.m., at Maplewood Cemetery, in Fairfield. A celebration of life will be held immediately following the burial at Carlene’s home.

For full obituary, see Veilleux Redington Lawry Brothers Funeral Home website vrlfuneralhome.com.

Those who wish can make a donation in Mack’s memory to the Harold Alfond Cancer Center.

DONNA L. McGLOCKLIN

MADISON – Donna L. McGlocklin, 83, of Madison, passed away peacefully Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at her daughter’s home, in Ellsworth. She was born in Lewiston, December 29, 1941, to Flora L. Safford (née Burgess) and Ormond L. Safford, of Monmouth.

Donna grew up in Monmouth and attended school at Monmouth Academy. In her senior year, she met the love of her life, Charles R. McGlocklin, of Tucson, Arizona, (U.S. Coast Guard) while visiting Old Orchard Beach. Charles and Donna would go on to raise four children and establish their home in Madison. Donna really shined and took pride in her role as a homemaker. She enjoyed cooking and baking, and especially looked forward to springtime, when she could be outdoors – cutting the grass, working in her gardens, or repairing a stone wall. Donna also enjoyed many years of antiquing with friends and was a long-time member of the University of Maine Cooperative Extension Club – the Madison Riparians.

Donna is survived by three of her children, Chris R. McGlocklin and wife Dyan, of Tucson, Arizona; Kelly S. Grass and husband Steve, of Ellsworth; and Keri A. Robson and husband David, of Birmingham, Michigan; brother Gary Safford, of Monmouth; her nine grandchildren, Mollie, Ian, Ryan, Allison, Danielle, Brianna, Logan, Andrew and Alex; and a great-grandson, Bennett.

She was predeceased by her husband, Charles R. McGlocklin and their son, Craig L. McGlocklin, of Tucson, Arizona, and her sister-in-law, Noella B. (True) Alden Safford, of Monmouth.

Respectfully and at her request, there will be no funeral service. A small committal service will be attended by members of her immediate family.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of Bragdon-Kelley Funeral Home, Ellsworth, where online condolences may be shared: http://www.bragdonkelley.com

LEONIDE MICHAUD

WATERVILLE – Leonide “Lee” Michaud, 89, of Waterville, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 17, 2025. Lee was born on June 4, 1935, in Wallagrass, to Lezime and Mamie (Belanger) Michaud.

On June 4, 1955, he married the love of his life, Virginia, in Portage Lake. Together, they shared 68 years of marriage and raised six children: Pauline Carpenter, of Waterville; Aldia Mullen (Alan), of Oakland; Julie Woodworth (John), of North Hampton, New Hampshire; Clayton Michaud (Connie), of Gretna, Louisiana, Linda (deceased), and Earl Michaud (Kelly), of Oakland.

Lee worked at Wyandotte in Waterville but spent most of his life as a proud and hardworking lumberjack. He was happiest surrounded by his family and friends always ready to lend a hand on home projects or take a walk with their (his) dog, Cooper. A passionate cook who also loved a good meal prepared by someone else, Lee was known for his sharp wit, quiet wisdom, and deep affection for “his people.”

Affectionately dubbed the “Mayor of Veteran Court”, in Waterville’s South End, Lee took great pride in his neighborhood – keeping the street in line with a twinkle in his eye and a firm sense of humor.

He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Virginia (2022); his daughter Linda McKenzie; his parents; and siblings, Camille, Emile, James, Joseph, Evelyn, Emily, and Gloria.

Lee is survived by his sisters, Aldia, Lorette, and Marcela; many nieces and nephews; 18 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild, all of whom lovingly called him “Pepe.”

A graveside service will be held Friday, June 20, 2025, at 9 a.m,. at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, in Waterville, where Leonide and Virginia will be laid to rest beside their daughter Linda.

In lieu of flowers, bring flowers to someone who needs a little love, an elderly, a neighbor, a friend, or a stranger and listen to their story. The elderly, especially, carry a lifetime of stories and quiet wisdom. A small moment of kindness can become a lasting memory – one you’ll carry in your heart and maybe even pass on someday. Let’s remind them they’re seen, valued, and never forgotten. Do it in honor of our mom, Virginia, and our dad, Leonide – with all the love they gave so freely.

DOROTHY F. HUDSON

WATERVILLE – Dorothy “Dottie” Florence Hudson, 86, passed away on Thursday, May 22, 2025, following a lengthy illness. Dottie was born in Mont­real, Canada, on May 11, 1939, daughter to Charles and Dorothy (Wilson) Orr.

Her family relocated to Maine in 1947. In 1957, she graduated from Winslow High School and married Air Force Sgt. Silas Hudson. During the 1960s and 1970s, she raised four sons on A.F. bases in Mississippi, Alabama, Oklahoma, England, and Japan. After Silas retired from the military in 1977, they bought a farm in Belgrade. Dottie was employed by Scott Paper Co., in Winslow, through the 1980s and 1990s. After the plant closed, she worked for Colby College, in Waterville, until her retirement in 2018.

Dottie had many interests including reading, gardening, walking, cooking for church suppers, and painting, to name only but a few. Her favorite pastime was spending time with her family and friends.

She is survived by her sons Daniel, Bruce, Thomas, and Doug; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Please visit Dottie’s memorial page at https://svremembrancecenter.com/obituaries/dorothy-hudson-2025 where condolences, photos, and special memories may be shared.