Obituaries, Week of February 23, 2017

DAVID T. SUTTIE

FAIRFIELD –– David T. Suttie, 74, passed away on Tuesday, February 7, 2017. He was born in Waterville on April 17, 1942, the son of Thomas and Blanche (Perry) Suttie.

David graduated from Lawrence High School, in Fairfield, in 1960. Upon graduation he became a master electrician and owned Suttie’s Electric, in Fairfield, for many years.

David was a fun-loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He enjoyed coaching youth sports especially football and hockey. He had a love of the outdoors and treasured his summers with his family at their camp on Big Indian Pond, in St. Albans. David was active in his community as a member of Kiwanis, MSAD #49 School Board and the Knights of Columbus of Immaculate Heart of Mary, Fairfield.

David was predeceased by his parents.

He is survived by his wife Lana (Libby) Suttie, of 53 years; daughter Andra Berglund and husband Hugh, of Katy, Texas; sons, Craig Suttie and wife Suzie, Toby Suttie and wife Kim, and Kristian Suttie and wife Molly, all of Fairfield; brothers, Gerald Suttie and wife Sandra, of Fairfield,. and Thomas Suttie and wife Cathy, of Oakland; five grandchildren, Jesse Berglund, Megan (Berglund) Boudreaux, Jacob Suttie, Elsie Suttie, and Grant Suttie; great-grandchildren, Aubrey, Beau, and Layla; and many nieces and nephews.

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

Memorial donations can be made to the Oak Grove’s Nursing Care Ctr., Activities Department, 27 Cool St., Waterville ME 04901.

PATRICIA D. MCNULTY

WINSLOW –– Patricia Dawn (Willette) McNulty, 86, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2017. She was born September 1, 1930, in Kingman, to Della Mae (Thompson) and Dennis Willette.

Pat grew up in Lewiston, the middle child of 15 brothers and sisters. She was always happy to share fond memories of her childhood adventures with her close knit family. After marrying William McNulty, she moved to Farmingdale where she and Bill owned Mama Rosa’s pizza place in Augusta for many years. Pat was known for her secret marinara sauce and meatball recipe, that she refused to share.

When Patricia retired, she moved to Winslow. She was an avid reader, reading up to seven books a week. Patty was also a talented carpenter, crafter, seamstress and quilter. She enjoyed card games, cribbage, solitaire and was even known to play a poker hand. She was always happy to spend time with family, particularly her eight grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband William McNulty; son Tommy Jalbert; siblings Clarence (Joe), George (Buddy), Manzer, John (Reggie), Bill, Dennis (Butchie), Roland, Lorraine Willette, Delia Beaulieu, and Gloria Rafferty.

She is survived by her son Daniel Jalbert and wife Rhonda, of Port Angelas, Washington, and their daughters Melanie and Kari and her great-grandchildren Kenzi, Amilyah and Eli; daughter Tracy (McNulty) Ayer and husband Michael, of Winslow, and their children Michelle, Patricia (Trish) and Sam; son Tim McNulty and wife Stacy, of Scarborough, and their children Caitlyn, Molly and Meghan; sisters Lucille Popodak, Sandra Willette and Sheila Gottuso; brother Michael; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations may be made to the Winslow Public Library.

LAMOINE HUGHES

WINSLOW –– Lamoine “Lee” Hughes, 59, of Winslow, passed away on Saturday, February 11, 2017. He was born in Augusta on August 2, 1957, a son of Elizabeth and Robert Hughes.

He attended Augusta Schools and graduated from Cony High School.

His career was in construction, mostly bridge work, and he retired as a foreman. Lee enjoyed anything outdoors–hunting, fishing, boating, working in his vegetable and flower gardens, and taking his granddaughter for walks. He also enjoyed collecting dragons and even used the handle “Dragon-Master”.

Lee is survived by his best friend of 35 years and wife of 30, Michelle Hughes; son Josh Hughes and wife Sarah; granddaughter, Madalyn; sister Karen Giguere and husband Jim; brother Todd Hughes; mother-in-law Anita Farrell; sisters-in-law Vanessa Hews and Lisa Giguere and husband Tony; brothers-in-law Todd Pooler and Bradley Pooler and wife Angel; numerous nieces and nephews.

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

Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.

PATRICK D. RENY

NORTH VASSAL­BORO – Patrick D. Reny, 66, born August 25, 1950, in Waterville, passed away Wednesday, February 15, 2017, at MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta.

Patrick was a resident of North Vassalboro and attended Waterville schools.

Most currently Pat worked as a salesman for Uncle Henry’s, in Augusta , which he enjoyed tremendously. Before that he worked for Mid State Machine, in Winslow, ran his own business Tech Supplies, and was a well-known mechanic in the Waterville area for many years.

Patrick was a member of United Bikers of Maine, Waterville Elks Lodge, and the VFW. Patrick enjoyed fishing tremendously and also enjoyed his time on his four-wheeler, motorcycle, and snowmobile, as well as his time hunting.

His all-time favorite thing to do was to watch his pride and joy, his two grandchildren, Harly and Tucker, playing all the sports they play, while wearing his special Winslow hat.

Patrick was predeceased by his father, Roland Reny; and his brother, Mike Reny.

Patrick is survived by his wife, Theresa, of 41 years; daughter Crystal Pomerleau, whom he called Half-Pint, and her husband Robie, and his grandchildren Harly and Tucker, from Winslow; mother Dorothy Reny, from Winslow; brother Dick Reny and wife Betty, from Winslow; brother Gerry Reny, from Clinton, brother Tim Reny and wife Jane, from Vermont; sister Kathy Bolduc and husband Kevin, from Oakland; sister-in-law Gloria Blanchet and husband Carl, from Waterville; nephew Scott LaPierre, from Winslow; and many other nephews, nieces, aunts , uncles, and cousins.

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

Memorial donations may be made to: Winslow Basketball Boosters, c/o Jane Quirion, 20 Danielson St., Winslow ME 04901.

MAXINE G. ROBBINS

EAST VASSALBORO – Maxine G. Robbins, 85, passed away on Wednesday, February 15, 2017, at her home in East Vassalboro. She was born in Wesley, on July 6, 1931, the daughter of Roger Alton Gray and Minerva Sharman Gray.

Maxine attended the Wesley and Northfield one-room grammar schools. She graduated from Washington Academy, in East Machias, and was a clarinetist in the school band. She continued her education at the University of Maine in Orono, where she met Gerald Robbins.

While at Orono, she did volunteer work for the university’s campus newspaper, and was a member of the Delta Zeta sorority. Additionally, she did practice teaching at Lee Academy, in Lee. Maxine graduated from the University of Maine in 1952 with a bachelor of science degree in home economics. She and Gerald were married in 1952. She occasionally served as a substitute teacher in Vassalboro schools in the 1960s and 1970s. Maxine was devoted to her family, and over the years was a caregiver to a number of relatives in time of sickness or disability. She was an avid cook, contributing numerous baked goods and recipes for local organizations; fundraising events and cookbooks.

Maxine loved going on family camping trips, and enjoyed sewing and knitting clothing for family members.

She was a member of the local DUO (Do Unto Others) Club and the Vassalboro P.T.A., and served as an assistant Girl Scout Brownie leader and Cub Scout den mother. Additionally, she was a correspondent for the University of Maine Alumni Association. Maxine was a long-time member of the Vassalboro Friends Meeting (Quaker) in East Vassalboro, and served as a Sunday school teacher there. She was also a member of the Vassalboro Grange.

Maxine was predeceased by her husband of 60 years, Gerald Robbins; and two brothers, Allen Gray and L. Austin Gray, Jr. Maxine is survived by a brother, James Gray, of North Vassalboro, and a sister, Agnes Diffin, of Waterville. Other surviving family members include son Stephen Robbins and wife Dale, of Warsaw, Indiana; daughter Deborah Salley and husband Paul, of Palmyra; sons Stanley Robbins, and Paul Robbins, both of East Vassalboro; daughter Shirley LeVasseur, of East Vassalboro; grandson Nathan Robbins and wife Jennie, of Mankato, Minnesota; grandson Nicolas Robbins, of Bradley; great-grandson Stephen Michael Robbins, of Mankato, Minnesota; and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations may be made to: Oak Grove Foundation, c/o Austin Law Office, P.O. Box 150, South China ME 04358.

PHILLIP A. KNOWLES

UNITY – Phillip A. Knowles, 78, of Unity, passed away Thursday, February 16, 2017, at Springbrook Nursing Home, in Westbrook. He was born and raised in Pittsfield, the son of Arthur and Annie (Goodno) Knowles.

Phillip operated a poultry farm in Unity for 40 years. He loved being outdoors, target shooting, and the many dogs he had over the years.

Phillip was predeceased by his wife, Beverly Ann (Hubbard) Knowles.

He is survived by a son, Robert Knowles, of Norwood, Massachusetts; daughters, Tammy Trent, of Murphys, California, and Tracy Wood, of Phoenix, Arizona; brother, Rexford Dale Knowles, of Unity; and eight grandchildren.

OTHERS DEPARTED

LYDIA I. CHASE, 99, of Salem, New Hampshire, on Friday, January 13, 2017, at Salem Haven Nursing Home. Locally, she is survived by a brother, Ronald, of Whitefield.

SHEILA A. TARDIFF, 57, of Winthrop, passed away on Sunday, January 15, 2017, at her home. Locally, she is survived by a son, Rodney Tardiff Jr., of Palermo.

JOAN T. SIROIS, 81, of Augusta, passed away on Thursday, January 19, 2017, at MaineGeneral Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center at Glenridge, in Augusta, following a long illness. Locally, she is survived by her children Jeanne Donahue and husband Roy, of Palermo, Linda Cyr and husband Ronald, of Somerville, Susan Trask, of Augusta, Diane Sirois, Brenda Arnold and husband Scott, and Debra Demos and husband Michael, all of Chelsea.

STEPHEN W. HASKELL, 77, of Augusta, passed away on Friday, January 20, 2017, at his home. Locally, he is survived by a brother, Brian Haskell and wife Dawn, of Vassalboro.

CELLEN FOWLE, 88, of Southport, passed away on Tuesday, January 24, 2017, at her home. Locally she is survived by Evert Fowle and wife Lori, of Vassalboro.

WILFRED V. LAJOIE, 98, of Brunswick, passed away on Thursday, January 26, 2017, at his home. Locally, he is survived by stepchildren Alfred Preo and wife Rachael, Charlene Breton and husband Ronald, all of Winslow, and Frank Preo and wife Jackie, of Fairfield.

RODNEY P. TARDIFF SR., 57, of Winthrop, passed away on Thursday, February 9, 2017, follosing a long illness. Locally, he is survived by a son, Rodney P. Tardiff Jr., of Palermo.

SHIRLIE P. SAULTER, 87 of Waterville, passed away on Monday, February 13, 2017. Locally, she is survived by a daughter, Sherril L. Saulter, and a son, Dr. Jamie T. Saulter and wife Linda, all of Waterville.

SYLVIA J. GILBERT, 80, of Waterville, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2017, at Woodlands Assisted Living, in Waterville. Locally, she is survived by children Catherine Turner and husband Tim, of Palermo, and Deborah Hebert and husband Mike, of Oakland.