OBITUARIES for Thursday, June 27, 2024

TRACY P. CHARTRAND

WATERVILLE – Tracy Pressey Chartrand, 72, passed away on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Tracy was born in Waterville on July 7, 1951, to Lynn and Pauline Pressey, of Oakland.

Tracy grew up in Oakland and was a 1970 graduate of Messalonskee High School.

Tracy’s parents owned the Coffee Pot restaurant, in Oakland, and that’s where her love for cooking began. She cooked for most her adult life in different restaurants even owning her own, Tracy’s Family Restaurant, in Oakland, which was a life long dream. Tracy got into mental health field later on in her life which she thrived at.

She was a woman with many talents, cooking, sewing, flower arrangements, but her most precious gift was they way she left an impact on every one she met. She surely showed forth the love of Christ, and made so many life long friends.

Tracy was predeceased by her mom and dad, Lynn and Pauline Pressey; paternal father Arnold Abbott; brother Ronald Pressey; grandson Troy Bowen; and great-granddaughter Eevee Mae.

She is survived by her daughters Lisa Pressey and husband Craig Lizzotte, of Waterville, Amber Bigelow and husband Steve, of Winslow, and Rebecca Adams, of Winslow; son Jeremy Chartrand, of Massachusetts; grandchildren KoraMae McDonald and husband Mitch, Jalynn Drown, Jeremy Chartrand, Lucas Pressey, Jacob Bigelow, Philip Bigelow, llana Lizzotte, Samuel Adams and Cadence Adams; brothers Lynn Pressey and wife Phoebe, of Wells, Jody Pressey and wife Charlene, of Chelsea, and Shawn Pressey, of Waterville; sister Karen Cayford and husband Vance, of Benton.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Arrangements done by Dan and Scott’s, Skowhegan.

LOIS L. SHORES

ALBION – Lois Louise Shores, 85, passed away on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. Lois was born on August 14, 1938, in Clinton, the daughter of Clayton and Marion Hunt.

Lois married Frederick Shores on January 28, 1957. In August 1964 Lois and Fred purchased the Woodbury Farm, on the Belfast Road. It is there they built a beautiful farm and family. They worked tirelessly to raise nine children and expand their farm. Lois loved babies and cared for many children after her own children were grown.

Lois was known for her biscuits and loved to cook for her large family. She always said it was a lot of work to raise nine children on a farm, but she loved it and would do it all over again if she could. Lois was a very appreciative person and always made a point to thank those who helped her.

Lois was predeceased by her husband Frederick; son Dennis, daughter-in-law Kimberlee; sisters, Eileen, Thelma, Dorothy, Christine, Beverly and brother David, sister-in-law Louise; and many other in laws.

She is survived by her children, Cindy, Karen, Kevin (Alice), Terry, Jeff (Theresa), Laurie (Chris), Billy (Dianne), Amy (Floyd); grandchildren, Shaun, Spencer, Justin, Corey, Brandon, Jessica, Kristian, Hadassah, Makayla, Rebekah, Grace, Jack, Kera, Cameron, Chase; 10 great-grandchildren; her sister Marion; sister-in-law Gloria; brothers-in-law Amasa, Allen, Erlon Jr. and Danny.

A graveside service was held on Sunday, June 23, 2024, at the No. 4 Cemetery, in Albion. Following the service, the family held a Celebration of Life at the Besse Building, on Main Street, in Albion.

Arrangements are under the direction of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Lois may be made to the Albion Loins Club, Attn: Elaine Staples, 118 East Benton Rd., Albion ME 04910.

ROY J. FEIHEL

SOUTH CHINA – Roy James Feihel, 64, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at his residence, in South China, following years of long-term health conditions. Roy was born in Queens, New York, on September 23, 1959, to parents Clemence and Robert Feihel.   Roy grew up on Long Island, New York, and spent his summers in Maine at his parent’s second house, on China Lake.  He had very fond memories of playing in the lake with his many siblings, and cousins.

As a young man, after graduating from Hofstra University, in New York, with a degree in communications. Roy worked a variety of jobs, a delivery driver, building crates to ship art across the country, and working as a jewelry maker. In between long days spent at the beach, surfing and driving his 1968, Oldsmobile 442 convertible, with his wild curly hair blowing in the wind.

Roy married his wife Rosie, on Long Island, in 1996. Then moved to South China, with his wife and stepson, David. Later following was the birth of his daughter Angela in 1998.

Roy worked as an Ed-Tech for kids with autism and special needs for over 20 years, at Spurwink and Cony High School, in Augusta, where he made a big impact, changed a lot of lives, and was well known for his patience, wood-fired pizza, bread, and “amazing” mac n’ cheese.

In his down time, Roy enjoyed painting and drawing waves, drinking his coffee by the woodstove, trying out new recipes, swimming in his pool, going out to the depot with his friends, watching Sherlock Holmes with his family, feeding the cat, and researching a variety of health and nutrition topics, which he loved to share with people in hopes of helping as many people as possible to feel healthier.

Roy had a vibrant, charming personality, he loved to kid around and have fun. He was endlessly creative, innovative, with too many ideas to count. He also always loved supporting everyone’s dreams and ambitions.    Roy was predeceased by his father Robert Feihel, his mother Clemence Feihel, his brother Tye Feihel, brother-in-law John Udle, and mother-in-law Angelina Rivera.

He is survived by his wife, Rosie Feihel; his daughter, Angela Feihel; his step-son, David Lopez; his brother, Bob Feihel and sister-in-law Jayne; his sisters, Janice Manzolillo, Paula Udle, Lauren Redemann and brother-in-law Peter, Jackie Robilliard and brother-in-law Rod, Laurie Anderson and brother-in-law Eric; and many many nephews, and nieces.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Plummer Funeral Home, 983 Ridge Rd., Windsor, ME 04363. Condolences, stories, and photos may be shared by visiting www.plummerfh.com.

RICHARD A. MICHAUD

WATERVILLE – Richard A. Michaud, 78, passed away on Saturday, June 15, 2024, losing his long battle with COPD, and its insidious side effects. Dickey, nicknamed by friends and family, was born in Waterville, on April 22, 1946, to Aurele J. Michaud, of Saint Agatha, and Yvette M. LaPierre, of Waterville.

He had three siblings, older brother Robert, younger sister Jean Ann and younger brother Dana.

Richard attended local schools in Waterville and graduated from Waterville High School in 1964. While in high school he belonged to the EMAC club. He later joined the National Guard for four years as a cook. While in high school he also met his wife to be, Eva Couture. They were married on April 22, 1967, recently celebrating 57 years of marriage during which they raised their three sons, Paul, Danny and Shawn.

He worked at a few odd jobs before starting his lifelong career at Maine Central Railroad, where he worked as a carmen/welder until retiring in 2009. There he made many lifelong friends and acquired the nickname “shotgun.”

Dickey was also an avid fisherman and hunter, spending many days, with his father, oldest brother, grandfathers and a host of uncles and cousins, many friends and his sons. His deer antler collection hanging in his garage reveals one of nature’s wonderful oddities, a legal doe with spike horns, on a buck only tag.

Richard was an amazing gardener, who turned his clay-based backyard into a bountiful vegetable garden that supplied many a table with tomatoes, cukes, string beans, zucchini, and giant rhubarb, to name a few. He also did a lot of canning and freezing. When COPD began to wage its battle, Dickey could no longer expend the energy needed to garden and maintain his quality of life, and regrettably had to give it up.

He was also a dedicated “bird feeder” caretaker, keeping two feeders full of seed, two hummingbird feeders going, two suet feeders full and the occasional half oranges for the orioles. Dickey also fed an army of skunks, raccoons, red and gray foxes, chipmunks and red squirrels. Many times, he would toss out old hot dog rolls, stale bread, table scraps and the second McDonald’s sausage McMuffin to the waiting crowd. Dickey also fed (unwillingly) many deer from his garden, so he put white chairs in it, to keep the deer out, claiming the deer were repelled by them (?).

Dickey over the years became a devoted Boston Red Sox fan, often leaving where he was to get home to sit on the living room floor, and root for his team.

Richard was also an avid card player, mastering Cribbage, Bid Whist, and a few other “penny games” with both family and friends. Many a night he, Eva, mom and Dana would slug it out playing team bid whist, in a quest of a killer hand, to defeat the opponents. Other days, nights, birthdays and holidays, the cards came out, and it was time to play 10 pennies involving children and grandchildren. His “29” cribbage hand, dealt to him during a Cribbage tournament sits framed and fading away on the living room wall, as a testament to that rare vent. Richard was happiest sitting on the floor in front of his television playing solitaire, listening to the news, weather report, a baseball game, or helping his grandchildren and great-grandchildren open and put presents together on holidays.

Richard was predeceased by his parents, his older brother, his grandparents and his many aunts and uncles.

Richard is survived by his wife Eva, their three sons and their families, Paul and his wife Mary, Danny and his wife Leah and their children Emma and Carter. Shawn his partner Erica and his daughters Leah, Stephanie, and Sasha; four great-grandchildren, Jaxson, Raelyn, Melanie and Josie.

Visiting hours will be held at Veilleux’s Funeral Home, in Waterville, on Wednesday, July 10, from 2 – 4 and 6 -8 p.m.

A small service for close family and friends will be held on Thursday, July 11, at 3 p.m., also at Veilleux Funeral Home, followed by a Celebration of Life that all are invited to attend, from 4 – 7 p.m., at Silver Street Tavern, in Waterville.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Ronald McDonald Charities, 250 Brackett Street, Portland, Maine 04102, in his name.

LEONARD J. HOWELL

PALERMO – Leonard John Howell, 96, passed away peacefully at his winter home, in Ft. Myers, Florida, on Thursday, June 20, 2024. (He was to turn 97 on July 10).

Len was a husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend to those blessed to know him.

In retirement, he wintered in Florida but spent every summer in his beloved Maine. His parents had owned a farm, on Banton Road, Palermo, and much of that property is still in family ownership. Len was an outstanding father, businessman and avid boater.

He loved being involved in organizations/ boards, etc., and enjoyed leadership roles in many of them. He was one of the founding members of the Sheepscot Lake Association and was passionate about preserving both the lake and surrounding lands for future generations.

Len is survived by his wife of 42 years, Susan; his four children, David (Lydia), William (Nona), JoAnn (Adam), and Bradford (Anne); seven grandchildren; and 15 great-grandchildren.

JUSTIN L. FINLEY

WINDSOR – Justin L. Finley, 42, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at his home. He was born in Waterville on March 17, 1982, the son of Lawrence (Larry) Finley and Ronda Bell.

Justin worked as a farmer his entire life. He enjoyed four-wheeling, snowmobiling, riding his motorcycle and especially being around and doing things with his children.

Justin was predeceased by his father Larry, son Liam Finley and a brother Travis Finley.

He is survived by his children, Lukas, Lily and Leah, wife Jessica, mother Ronda Bell and stepfather Kevin Bell.

A graveside service will take place on Friday, June 28, 2024, at noon, at the Finley family cemetery, on the Choate Road, in Windsor.

Gathering of friends and family will follow at the Finley farm on Windsor neck road, Windsor.

Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home 130 Pleasant St., Richmond, Maine 04357.

KENT A. BREAU

UNITY – Kent A. Breau, 64, passed away on March 11, 2024, at Maine­General Glenridge, in Augusta, after bravely battling Alz­heimer’s for a decade, accompanied by dementia during his final years. Born in Farmington on September 29, 1959, Kent’s life was a tapestry woven with threads of hunting excursions and backwoods escapades beneath the open sky.

Kent will be fondly remembered for his passion for the great outdoors. Whether it was guiding hunting expeditions for bear, deer, moose, turkey, or another fishing adventure, Kent’s love for nature shone through in everything he did. He was often seen in his signature flannel shirt or quirky printed T-shirts paired with blue jeans and boots that had seen their fair share of dirt, always sporting a mischievous smile that captured his fun-loving personality.

He was a graduate of Mt. View High School, in Thorndike, class of 1978.

Kent’s proudest achievement was becoming a Registered Maine Guide, and bagging Maine’s biggest atypical buck in 1995, a feat that solidified his reputation as a skilled hunter. He took immense pride in watching his daughter M., evolve into an amazing young woman.

Kent is survived by his father Patrick Breau, of Unity; daughter M. Breau, of Oregon; brothers Kevin (Jessica), of St. Albans, and Kyle, of Unity; sisters Karen (Jim Fotter), of Gray, and Kerri (Ed Oliver), of Sidney; many nieces and nephews; numerous cousins.

Kent was preceded in death by his mother Shirley Breau and former wife Cathy Cook.

A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at 11 a.m., at Unity Pond Cemetery, across from Depot Street, at noon,. at Unity Barn Raisers, 32 School St. Please join to recount tales of camaraderie, humorous anecdotes, and fond memories made with Kent and family. Condolences, stories and photos may be shared by visiting http://www.plummerfh.com.

Others Departed

PETER BERNIER

FLORIDA – Peter Bernier of Florida and Maine, passed away on Monday, June 10, 2024, of a rare form of cancer. He was the son of Louis P. Bernier and Pearl M. (Pelletier) Bernier.

He attended the Brothers School, in Waterville, Waterville High School, and spent four years in the U.S. Navy. He also received business degree from Thomas College, in Waterville. Peter worked most of his adult life for the U.S. Government. Peter worked as a supervisor at the Augusta Post Offiice.

He ended his career as Post Master at the Thorndike, Maine, Post Office. Peter loved his home in Sidney. He spent many hours moving rocks with his backhoe and felling trees. That was Peter’s joy. In later years he became a “Snow Bird” and wintered on Port Saint Lucie, Florida.

Peter is survived by three sisters, Diane (Roland) Dechaine, Patricia (Robert) Perry, and Janice (Kevin) Dyer; several nieces and nephews.

Peter was predeceased by his two brothers, Richard and Stephen Bernier.

Arrangements will be made by the Veterans Administration, and will be posted at a later date.

Services

HERBERT F. OLIVER

WATERVILLE – Herbert Frank Oliver, of Waterville, passed away, in Portland, on March 10.

A Celebration of Life will be held at St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 60 Eustis Parkway, Waterville, on Saturday, June 29, at 2 p.m. Please join as they review a life well-lived. To read Herbert’s full obituary, please visit http://www.dsfuneral.com/obituaries or Facebook.