Obituaries, Week of November 10, 2016

THELMA V. GOODWIN

WATERVILLE – Thelma V. (LaFrance) Goodwin, 82, of Waterville, died peacefully on Sunday, October 23, 2016, at Mount Saint Joseph, in Waterville.

Thelma was born in Fort Kent on March 4, 1935, to Alphonse and Anna Marie Eva (Charest) LaFrance.

She spent much of her youth enjoying life by spending time with her friends and dancing the night away. She loved animals and enjoyed the companionship of many cats and dogs in her life. The only thing she loved more than dancing and animals was her love for family as evidenced by the glowing smile on her face when accompanied by a loved one.

When she wasn’t dancing, Thelma worked many hours waitressing. She also spent time working at the dye house at the former Cascade Woolen Mill, in Oakland, and retooling ammo with her late husband at their home-based business in Springvale.

Thelma is survived by her best friend of 45 years, Pamela Stickney and her partner George Clemmer Jr., her step-son James J. Goodwin and his wife Kim, her grandchildren Jamie and James A. Goodwin and his wife Randi, Michael and Stacie Poulin, Raheem, Arianna, Alea, and Jasmine Goodwin, her great-grandchildren Gabriel Bernier and James R. and Elijah Goodwin. She is also survived by numerous other step-children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Per Thelma’s request, she will be buried next to her late husband, James Alan Goodwin, at McClary Cemetery in Epsom, New Hampshire, with no formal service.

Memorial donations can be made to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 100 Webb Road, Waterville, Maine 04901.

ELMORE F. CLOUGH

WINSLOW – Elmore “Bill” R. Clough, 73, of Winslow, passed away Friday, October 28, 2016.

Bill was proud of his 29 years of military service, master at arms in the Navy, and Army Reserves. He was also a police officer and security guard. He was a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends listening to country music; traveling the country; hunting, fishing, and square dancing. He was loved and adored by those who were fortunate to have their lives enriched by his presence.

He was predeceased by his parents, Robert and Marion Clough; wife of 39 years, Joan; and long-time friend, Joe Plisga.

Bill leaves behind stepsons, Danny Hale and wife Dorothy, David Hale and wife Ellen, and Fletcher Hale and wife Jessie; daughter, Tawnya Clough; fiancée, Cynthia Lambert and her children, John Lambert and wife Lisa, Renee Raymond and husband Gary, Rachael Currie and husband Sean, and Michael Lambert and wife Michelle; brothers, Robert Clough and wife Joanne, and Fred Clough and wife Roberta; twin sister, Barbara Butterfield and husband Dennis; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at: directcremationofmaine.com.

Memorial donations can be made to: Paralyzed Veterans America, Donation Processing Center, 7 Mill Brook Road, Wilton NH 03086.

JANE PARKER CARLSON

FAIRFIELD – Jane Parker Carlson, 81, passed away suddenly in Lawrence, Massachusetts, Saturday, October 29, 2016, following a brief illness. Jane was born in New Haven, Connecticut, February 18, 1935, the daughter of the late Ralph and Evelyn (Gates) Parker.

Working her way through college, she graduated from the University of Rhode Island with a bachelor’s degree in child development in 1956.

Upon graduating, Jane worked as a teacher at Lincoln Elementary School in Providence, Rhode Island. She married Robert W. Carlson in 1957 and moved to Pensacola, Florida, while her husband served in the Navy.

They then lived in Warwick, Rhode Island, and moved to Fairfield in 1965.

Jane quickly became involved in the Fairfield community, volunteering as a Brownie and Girl Scout Leader. For 30 years, she was a trustee of the Lawrence Public Library, serving as chairman for most of that time. As a member of the Fairfield United Methodist Church since 1971, Jane shared her love for God in many ways: teaching Sunday school and serving in the trustee committee, staff Parish relations committee, worship committee, United Methodist Women, and as lay leader, to name a few.

Deepening further her commitment to her community, Jane served on the board of the Fairfield Food Pantry where she was instrumental in its inception. She also enjoyed giving out the bread to the guests at the pantry on Thursdays. In addition, Jane worked as a long-term substitute teacher and taught many children in SAD #49 from 1979 to 1997.

Jane was a voracious reader and for many years enjoyed being involved in the Waterville Antiques Club. She loved spending her summers with her family and their dog, Clancy, at their cottage in Belfast.

She was predeceased by her parents; and sister, Nancy (Parker) Benyi.

Jane is survived by her husband, Robert W. Carlson; son, David P. Carlson and wife Melinda; daughters, Susan

C. Reny and husband Joseph, and Sarah J. Follette and husband Thomas; grandchildren, Elizabeth J. Rice and husband Jason, Emily S. Reny, Jacob C. Reny, Benjamin J. Carlson, Katherine J. Follette and Allysson E. Follette; and her great-granddaughter, Madelyn E. Rice.

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

Memorial donations may be made to the Fairfield Interfaith Food Pantry, 23 Lawrence Avenue, Fairfield ME 04937, or, Lawrence Public Library, 33 Lawrence Avenue, Fairfield ME 04937.

THERESA VIGUE POTELLE

WINSLOW­­ – Theresa Vigue Potelle, of Benton, passed away Sunday, October 30, 2016, at Oak Grove Center, in Waterville. She was born in North Vassalboro, March 28, 1931, the daughter of George and Adelaide (Grenier) Vigue.

Educated in Waterville schools, she worked at the Diamond Match Company, in Oakland, followed by C. F. Hathaway Company, in Waterville.

Theresa enjoyed reading, and also spending time with her husband Romeo at the family cottage on China Lake, and their winter months in Florida.

Theresa was predeceased by her husband, Romeo; sisters, Melvina Cox, Rose Peverada, Pauline Chase, Madeline Marcoux, Martha Rogers, and Christine Burgess; and brothers, Norman Pete Vigue, Donald Vigue, and George Vigue.

She is survived by her brother, Richard Vigue, of Texas; her sister, Joann Deschaine, of Winslow; a niece, Bernadette LaPierre, of Portland and several other nieces and nephews.

Condolences may be expressed and memories shared at: www.lawrybrothers.com.

Memorial donations may be made to the organization of your choice.

RICHARD V. WILLETTE, SR.

FAIRFIELD – Richard (Dick) V. Willette, Sr., 83, died unexpectedly, Sunday, October 30, 2016, in Albion. He was born in Shawmut on June 11, 1922, son of Raymond and Connie (Murphy) Willette.

Dick was the former owner of Chase Fuel Company, in Winslow, for over 52 years until he sold his business to the Dead River Company in 2001. Dick was a founding member of the Sacred Heart Soup Kitchen, which opened in September 1980 in the basement of Sacred Heart Catholic Church on Pleasant Street, in Waterville.

He participated in cooking meals on Tuesdays and Thursday in the kitchen.

Dick was the president and member of the board of directors for the Humane Society Waterville Area for over 30 years, a member of the Waterville Order of Elks #905, while serving for the Elks, Dick drove the Elks Association van all over the state of Maine offering free blood pressure, cholesterol and other tests. He was also a member of the Waterville Lions club, where he served as past district governor for the State Lions Club. He also served as vice president of the Rome Grange and master of the Cascade Grange until it closed, as a member of the Antique Auto of Maine, you could see him drive his 1941 Ford Tudor sedan locally and in parades around the state. Dick was also involved in the Odd Fellows Club of Albion.

He was predeceased by his first wife, Grace, who passed away in 2010.

Dick is survived by his wife, Gloria Ann (Robinson) Willette, of Fairfield; two sons, Richard V. Willette, Jr., and Bruce J. Willette; sister Rose Mary Ronco, of Gardiner; several grandchildren; and great-grandchildren.

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

Memorial donations can be made to: The Sacred Heart Soup Kitchen, 70 Pleasant Street, Waterville ME 04901 or:, Loving Caring Hands Food Pantry, 33 Greene Road, Fairfield ME 04937.

DONALD G. GIROUX SR.

FAIRFIELD – Donald “Don” G. Giroux Sr., 88, died Wednesday, November 2, 2016, at home. Don was born in Fairfield on October 18, 1928, to Henry James and Louise (Gousse) Giroux.

He was a lifelong resident of Fairfield and received his education at the Immaculate Heart of Mary School and Lawrence High School. As part of his later employment with Keyes Fibre, in Waterville, Don completed courses in industrial management. Don began his work life as a roofer with Dana Drew Roofing Co. He worked 27 years for Keyes Fibre Company, initially as an accomplished tinsmith and later as a supervisor, retiring in 1987.

Don was, for several years, a corporator of the former Waterville Savings Bank and served on its advisory board. For many years he was a member of the Board of Trustees of Kennebec Valley Vocational Center Enterprises, Inc. In addition, Don was a member of the Waterville Industrial Management Association.

Don served as general chairman of the M,.S.A.D. #49 Chapter of Dollars for Scholars Residential Fund Drive during its first years of existence. He was a member of the Fairfield Town Charter commission. In the early to late 1960s, Don served as vice-president of Little League baseball and was a member of the Pop Warner football committee, as well as coaching in both sports.

Starting in 1958, Don served three years on the town planning board, and seven years as a school board member for M.S.A.D. #49, which included serving as a chairman for two years. He also served 15 years as a town councilman, and served either as chairman or secretary for several years during that period. Don served many years on the town budget committee. He was a conservative and truly believed that you should spend “within your means” to pay. In 2009, Don again ran for the town council and elected to a three-year term.

When his term was up, Don was presented plaques of appreciation for 54 years of service to the town, from both the Fairfield Town Council and the state of Maine. Don was very appreciative of this recognition.

Don was an excellent craftsman, building from Maine to Minnesota, helping his children with their homes.

Building was a “labor of love” for Don, including all aspects of construction: electrical, plumbing, carpentry, etc. He particularly enjoyed “finish work,” especially when working with oak lumber. Don could build anything and he was an accomplished finish carpenter. He also was an excellent sheet metal worker whose skill has been on display for decades in the crosses that adorn the former Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Fairfield.

Don enjoyed fishing, golfing, and travelling with his wife, the former Cynthia Cleveland, whom he married November 10, 1949. They celebrated 64-plus years together before her death January 28, 2014.

Besides his wife Cynthia, Don was predeceased by his parents; his sisters, Bernadette Dionne, and Lucille Marquis; brother, Kenneth C. Giroux; and his half-brothers, Leland and Lewis  Giroux.

Don is survived by one daughter, Rebecca Giroux, of Albion; three sons, Scott and wife Anne, of Winslow, Christopher, of Tempe, Arizona, and D. Gregory Jr. and wife Mary, of Mahtowa, Minnesota. Don is also survived by ten grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; brother-in-law Wilfred Marcotte, of Oregon; and many nieces and nephews.

Memorial donations may be made to MaineGeneral HomeCare & Hospice, 10 Webb Street, Waterville ME 04901.

LOTTIE BOUTIN

WINSLOW––Lottie Flagg Butler Boutin, 100, of Winslow, passed away Wednesday, November 2, 2016, at Woodlands Senior Center. She was born July 12, 1916, the daughter of William S. and Ada H. Flagg. She graduated from Winslow High School, class of 1934. She was a lifelong resident of the Waterville, Winslow area.
Lottie married Perley Butler and together they had three sons. Even though she worked at Diamond Internation and retired in 1970, her happiest time was being a mom and a homemaker for her “boys.” She made Christman Eve a tradition and loved to decorate and prepare the favorite foods. She was a life member of the Ladies Auxiliary, MacCrillis-Rousseau Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #8835, in Winslow. She was also a member of “The Sunshine Club” at The Lobster Trap.

Lottie enjoyed walking, word puzzles and shopping. Lottie will be remembered for her kindness and her generous spirit, who was fastidious in her person and her home, always the “proper” lady and “as sharp as a tack” to the very end.

Lottie was predeceased by her first husband, Perley; and her second husband, Joseph Boutin; her grandson, Gregg Butler; brothers, Theodore Flagg and William Flagg; sisters, Mariam Young, Dorothy Therriault, and Helen Grant.

She is survived by her sons, Bernard P. Butler and wife Jean, of Sidney, Robert O. Butler and wife Vicki, of Iowa, Jon W. Butler and wife Joan, of Smithfield; three granddaughters; eight great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Margaret Paquet; many nieces and nephews; and two close and special friends, Betty Hackett and Joan Johnston.

To share condolences, memories and tributes with her family, please visit www.veilleuxfuneralhome.com.

JOSEPH A. POULIN

FAIRFIELD­­––Joseph Anthony “Tony” Poulin, 74, of Fairfield, died Thursday, November 3, 2016, at Glenridge Nursing Home, in Augusta, following a long illness. Tony was born May 25, 1942, in Newport, Rhode Island, to Lawrence and Beatrice (Bearce) Poulin.

Tony was one of 11 children. Tony moved to Fairfield at a young age and attended Fairfield schools.

Tony had a deep love and appreciation for the Maine woods. He was an avid outdoorsman who had a very special interest in hunting and fishing. This passion kept his family fed and the freezer full 12 months a year.

Tony was an extremely skilled marksman. One hundred yards or 1,000 yards, Tony would never miss his target.

Everyone was always welcome at the Poulin house and come hunting season, it would be a common sight to see 20 to 30 people sit down together at the dinner table.

Tony’s career was logging, and he owned and operated Poulin Lumber Company, in Fairfield until he became sick at 42 years young.

Tony’s eye wink and mischievous grin had a lasting effect on all of the family.

Tony was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Lawrence B. Poulin (LB), James Poulin, and David Poulin; sisters, Lorraine DeMarco (Poulin), and Joyce Chub (Poulin).

Tony is survived by his five children, Paul and Sonya Poulin, of Fairfield, Mark Poulin and partner Jill, of Fairfield, Lisa and Alan Lagrange, of Belgrade, Terry Poulin, of Fairfield, and Kristie and Philipp Gittersberger, of Fairfield; his grandchildren: Gary, Alex, Brittani, Trisha, Jordyn, Alexis, Jayme, Cassidi, Jenna and Ava; great-grandchildren Isabella, Autumn and Anthony. He is also survived by his former wife, Judy (Laplalnte) Poulin; five siblings, Tom Poulin, of Saint Charles, Illinois, Bill Poulin, of Fairfield, Sister Lucy Poulin, of Orland, Mary Poulin, of Dunnellon, Florida, and Michael Poulin, of Deleon Springs, Florida.

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

Memorial donations may be made to: H.O.M.E., Inc., P.O.Box 10, 90 School House Road, Orland ME 04472.

FORMER RESIDENT

DOROTHY A. NOYES, 93, of Portland, passed away on Wednesday, October 26, 2016, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, in Scarborough. She was born in Windsor on October 26, 1923, the fourth of eight children born to Chauncey and Flossie Sproul Turner. She graduated from Cony High School, in Augusta, in 1941, and Gates Business College in 1942.