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William H. Lemore, 72, of Clinton Maine, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, December 28, 2004, at his home.
He was born in Clinton on August 27, 1932, a son of the late William and Hilda (Small) LaMoore.
He is survived by his wife Jean J. Lemore of Clinton; two sons Gary W. Lemore and his wife Dawn of Clinton, and Robert Lemore and his companion Erin Walsh of Palermo Maine and their six children Joy, Devon, Joshua, John, Kimberly, and Katlyn; three
daughters Beverley McDough and her husband James of Winslow Maine, and their two children Jimmy and Heather; and Deborah Neilsen and her husband Paul of Clinton, and their two daughters Jessica and Alicia, and Sandra Irving of Clinton and her three sons Michael, Nicholas, and Adam; a sister Eunice Whyte of Washington
State; a brother Frank Bickford of Burnham Maine; and several nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.
On July 21, 1956, he married the former Jean J. Langlands, and have shared 48 years of Marriage.
As a young man, he entered the United States Army and served during the Korean and Vietnam Conflicts. He retired after 20 years of service being honorably discharged as a Staff Sergeant on November 30, 1971.
He was employed for 20 years at Cooper-Weymouth-Peterson in Clinton before retiring.
He attended the Brown Memorial United Methodist Church in Clinton; was a life time member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post 6924 of Fairfield Maine, and was serving as current Master of the Clinton Grange in Clinton.
There will be no visiting hours.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, January 2, 2005, at 2 pm at Brown Memorial United Methodist Church, 36 Church Street, Clinton Maine, with the Rev. Katherine Russo officiating.
A spring burial will be held at the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Mt Vernon Road, Augusta, with full military honors.
Contributions may be made to the Brown Memorial United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 58, Clinton, ME 04927.
Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine.
Helen M. Pottle, 78, of Albion Maine, passed away at her home surrounded by her loving family on Friday December 24th, 2004.
She was born in Albion Maine on September 26st,1926, a daughter of Benson and Sarah “Sadie” (Turner) McFarland. She graduated from Freedom Academy in 1945 and she then went on to study at Pelletier’s School of Beauty Culture in Auburn, Maine, graduating in 1946. For the following 41
years she ran and operated Helen’s Beauty Shop in Albion. In 1948 she married Fred Pottle in Gardiner.
She was a member of the Ladies Auxiliary Boynton Webber American Legion Post # 179 in South China Maine, as well as the Josiah H. Drummond Chapter #91 Order of the Eastern Star in Thorndike Maine and the National Cosmetology Association. A former member of the Albion Fire Auxiliary
and a life member of the A.T.O.M. (Antique Auto Club).
She is predeceased by her husband, Fred Pottle who died in 1989, one brother, Benson McFarland.
She is survived by her loving family, her children, Beverly A. Bradstreet and her husband, Erland of Albion, Jean L. Clark and her husband, Steve of Salisbury, PA, and David F. Pottle and his wife, Jane of Albion. She is also survived by her grandchildren, Kevin and Sarah Bradstreet
of Albion, Julie and Michael Choate of China Maine, Christopher and Stacy Clark of South China, Andrew Clark of Albion and fiancé Joanna, Sarah and Andrew Neill of Ipswich, MA; Katie Pottle and Amy Pottle of Albion. Great grandchildren, Grace Bradstreet of Albion and Abbie and Emily Clark of South China, one brother,
Paul McFarland and his wife, Pearl of Albion, one sister, Louise Higgins of Albion and one sister in law, Arlene McFarland of East Boothbay , several nieces and nephews, and one very special friend, Crosby Keay.
Visiting hours will be on Monday, December 27th, from 2-4 and 7-9pm at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine, where a funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December 28th at 1pm with Pastor Timothy Murdock of the Albion Christian Church officiating.
Committal prayers and burial will follow at the Maple Grove Cemetery in Albion Maine.
Contributions in her memory may be made to the Albion Christian Church PO Box 205 Albion, Maine 04910 or the Albion Public Library 18 Main Street PO Box 355 Albion, Maine 04910
Harold C. Belanger, 83, of Fairfield Maine, passed away on Wednesday December 22nd, 2004 at Maine General Medical Center in Waterville Maine, following a brief illness. At the time of his passing he was surrounded by his loving family.
Harold Was born on February 15, 1921, in Fairfield Maine, a son of Wilfred and Aurelia (Champine) Belanger. A lifelong resident of Fairfield, he attended local schools and graduated from Lawrence High School in 1939. While in high school, he excelled as a member of the football
team and was known as “Speedy” Belanger. Harold remained a loyal and devoted fan of Lawrence athletics throughout his life.
In December of 1942 he joined the US Army and served during WWII. His World War II service included time in India and work as a member of the railroad division. Harold’s service to his country ended in January of 1946.
On May 19, 1951, he wed Dorothy Gwazdosky of Winslow and they had five children. Harold spend most of his career as a local business man. He owned Belanger’s Market for many years. The Market was sold in 1974 when Belanger’s Drive-In and Dairy Treat was opened next door.
Belanger’s Drive-In and Harold were known for their famous tourtiere pies. The Belanger family owned and operated the Drive-In until 1986 when they sold the restaurant and Harold retired. He was an avid gardener and operated a greenhouse behind his home on Western Avenue for many years. His love for gardening will
be carried on through his children and grandchildren. Harold was also a member of the Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Fairfield.
Harold is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Dorothy; his daughters, Diane Veilleux of Augusta, Rebecca Belanger of Winslow, Linda Brown and her husband, Gordon of Rome, Ruth Leigh and her husband Randy of Fairfield; his son, Russell Belanger and his wife Tina of Fairfield, six
grandchildren, Jenny Boyden and her husband, Matt of Clinton, Amy Foss and her husband, Gerald of Winslow, Tracy Leigh of Fairfield, Chelsea Brown of Rome, Chace and Paige Belanger of Fairfield; two beloved great grandchildren, Cassidy Foss and Storer Boyden; his brother, Fred Belanger and his wife, Jean of Wiscasset;
his sister, Marilyn Longstaff and her husband, David of Mobile, Alabama, many nieces and nephews; and his faithful companion Rascal.
Visiting hours will be on Sunday December 26, from 2-4 and 6-8pm at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Monday, December 27th, 2004 at 11am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Fairfield with Fr.
Richard St.Cyr officiating. Burial will follow at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery in Waterville.
Thomas John Dostie February 25, 1984 - December 21, 2004
Thomas John Dostie was killed in Mosul Iraq on Tuesday December 21, 2004. Thomas (Tommy) is the son of Michael R Dostie, and Margaret M (Betit) Dostie of Somerville Maine.
Thomas was a member of 152nd Maintenance Company out of Camp Keys in Augusta Maine. Tommy was transferred to the 133rd Engineering Battalion and was deployed to Mosul, Iraq.
Tommy received his SCBA firefighter certification in September 2003, just prior to leaving for Iraq. He was active in the Somerville Volunteer Fire Department and recently joined the Windsor Fire Department.
Tommy is a 2002 graduate of Erskine Academy in South China, Maine. He was a member of both the wrestling and swim teams while attending Erskine.
Tommy enjoyed various hobbies including: snowmobiling, fishing, ice skating, camping and boating.
Tommy was a partner in his shared family business, Close Enough Maintenance. In his business Tommy worked closely with his Dad and brother Timothy.
Tommy was well liked by friends, family, and those he came to know. Tommy spent a great deal of time with children. He was a big brother and a positive role model to children.
Tommy is survived by:
Parents
Michael R Dostie of Somerville
Margaret M (Betit) Dostie of Somerville
Brother Timothy M Dostie of Somerville
Foster Brothers and Sisters
John J Houllahan Jr of Winthrop
Stanley Terry of Rockland
Patrick Woodside and spouse Cindy of Sidney
Lisa Haggarty, and spouse Mark of Douglas, Ma
Grandparents
Gabriel and Rose Betit of Hallowell
Robert and Pricilla Dostie of Augusta
Aunt and Uncles
Susan Glidden of Cushing
Lisa and William Cole of Sidney
Theresa and Edward Crosby of Windsor
Kathleen and Lucien Saucier of Augusta
Aunt and Uncles
Beatrice and Jan Becknell of Sellersville, Pa
Catherine and David Bryant of Pittston
Richard and Debra Betit of Warminster, Pa
John and Glenda Betit of Kinterville, Pa
Nephews and Nieces
John J Houllahan III of Mercer
Cameisha Terry of Palermo
Erin Haggarty of Douglas, Ma
Nicholas Woodside of Sidney
Several Cousins
Visiting hours will be held from 6-8 PM Thursday at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, Gray Chapel, 207 Windsor Neck Road, Windsor Maine. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 AM Friday in the Erskine Academy Gymnasium, South China Maine, with Rev. Donald Daigle officiating, followed by a committal service with
full military honors at Sand Hill Cemetery in Somerville Maine.
The family requests that flowers not be sent to their home at this time. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Somerville Volunteer Fire Department, c/o Ernestine Peaslee, 910 Rockland Road, Somerville, Maine 04348
Stephen P. Cookson, 52, of Burnham Maine, passed away quietly on Tuesday December 21st, 2004, surrounded by his beloved family and friends, after a short but valiant battle with ALS at a local hospital in Waterville.
He was born in Hartland, Maine on February 4th, 1952, a son of Phillip and Rosalie (Buzzell) Cookson.
He was employed with the Town of Burnham and enjoyed his position at the transfer station. He attended school in the Pittsfield area, and joined the US Navy serving during the Vietnam War.
Stephen will be sadly missed by his wife, Sherry, his devoted children, Brad and Shawna Cookson of PA; John and Barbara Smedberg, Tammy and Rodney Blaisdell, Peter and Jen Smedberg all of Burnham, Analise Snow of Waterville, his mother, Rosalie Cookson of Pittsfield, brothers, Larry
and Donna Cookson of Benton, Jim and Candy Keddrell of Skowhegan, Phil and Joan Keddrell of NY; sisters, Susan And Greg Carey of Waterville, Linda Keddrell of Pittsfield, uncle, Alferd Cookson and aunt Georgia Knowles of Pittsfield. He was predeceased by a sister in 1985, Nancy Stone and his father, Phillip Cookson
in 1962.
He was the proud grandfather to 13 grandchildren and had many nieces and nephews that he loved dearly.
He had many friends but will be remembered most by his lifelong friends, Joe Flood, Sandra and Phil Munster, Rick Hutchinson, Skillet Brittan, Jillian Gliatto, Ezra and Gina Holt.
A celebration of his life will take place on Sunday January 9th, 2005 at the Burnham Town Hall from 11am to 4pm
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield.
A memorial will be established in his name, contributions may be directed to-Cookson Memorial, PO Box 48, Burnham, Maine 04922
Robert E. Tozier, 70, of Waterville Maine, passed away on Monday December 20th, 2004 at his home in Waterville. He was born on November 7, 1934, in Hartland, Maine a son of Roland and Ruth (Stratton) Tozier.
He retired from the Marine Corps as a staff sergeant in 1971 after 14 years of service. During this time he served his country in Vietnam earning the Good Conduct Medal. He was then employed by Pan Am Airlines for many years.
He is predeceased by his parents as well as one sister, Jean Tozier Varney.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley J. (Fann) Tozier of Winslow, one daughter, Judy Anderson of Naples, Florida, one son, Robert Tozier and his wife, Charmane of Spring Texas, 3 grandchildren, sisters, Martha Morrissette and her husband, Lionel of Winslow, Evelyn Willette of Winslow,
Sue Loisel of Waterville, brothers, George Sinclair of Benton, Lloyd Sinclair and his wife, Mary of Westfield, MA; 3 stepchildren, four step grandchildren, many nieces and nephews.
Burial will be in the spring at the New Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Mount Vernon Road in Augusta.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield.
Mary Joan (McCourtney) Nichols - Surrounded by family and friends for the last days of her life, Mary Joan (McCourtney) Nichols, 81, of Augusta Maine, formerly of Windsor Maine, peacefully joined her husband Robert Carroll Nichols
just before midnight December 12, 2004. Mrs. Nichols quietly succumbed to the effects of a courageous 12-year battle with Alzheimer’s disease at Glenridge Division of Maine General Rehabilitation.
Born January 10, 1923 in Augusta, Maine she was the first daughter of Ralph Alexander McCourtney and Josephine Vivian (Peters) McCourtney. Joan will always be remembered as a loving, friendly and compassionate person by all she came in contact
with. Her trademark was her sparkling eyes and a smile on her face, which truly reflected how she so enjoyed life.
Joan married Robert Carroll Nichols and raised 6 children. They lived in Augusta for many years before moving to Windsor in 1970 where she and her husband Robert were one of the first certified Emergency Medical Technicians for the Windsor
Volunteer Ambulance Service.
Joan was a 1943 graduate of Cony High School and was involved in many school activities and clubs. Joan was a competitor in ice-skating. One of her favorite hobbies as a teenager was art and she served all four years at Cony
on the Chizzle Wizzle art committee. As a young adult during World War II, she was a member of the Girl Reserves, and on many occasions served teas at the Blaine House.
After Cony, Joan went on to school to become a beautician, which she enjoyed for many years. When her children were older, she worked part-time job at Laverdieres Drug Store in Augusta and later on became an employee of Husseys General Store in
Windsor until her retirement in 1985.
Joan was extremely proud of her Scottish heritage. She belonged to the Clan Hamilton Society in which her brother, Carl is the Chair for Maine. Their Grandmother, Abigail Hamilton’s family was from the Isle of Arran, Scotland and married, Peter
Johnson McCourtney, who was born in the Shetland Islands, Scotland.
Joan loved volunteering, playing her organ, singing, listening to music, dancing, rug hooking, art, sailing, smiling, hugging, loving life and people.
She was pre-deceased by her husband, and a brother Ralph Alexander McCourtney, Jr. Joan is survived by her brothers: Carl Hamilton McCourtney of Gardiner, Paul Johnson McCourtney of Rockwood, and a sister: Judith Abigail (McCourtney) Dennett of Augusta.
Surviving cousins are Elizabeth Ayer of Portland and Doris Hunter of Augusta.
Joan leaves behind a loving and devoted family. Sons: Robert C. Nichols and his wife Joan of West Gardiner; Ralph E. Nichols and his wife Amy of Augusta; Ricky J. Nichols of Gardiner, Shawn A. Nichols and partner, Katherine of Madison, Alabama.
Daughters: Pamela A. French and her husband John of Hudson, Florida; Prudence J. Nichols-Shaw and husband Brad of Norridgewock; Penelope Nichols-McCourtney of Bremen and step daughter Diane Holmes and her husband Bruce of Jacksonville, Florida. Joan’s large family also included 13 Grandchildren and 11 great
grandchildren.
Joan was a member of Penney Memorial United Baptist Church and later Green Street Methodist Church.
She was also a long-time member of the Rose of Sharon Chapter, Order of Eastern Star.
Joan’s wishes were not to have any funeral services or visiting hours. There will be a private burial at a later date at the Maine Veterans Cemetery where she will be laid to rest with her husband.
The family would like to thank the caring personnel at Glenridge for taking care of Joan for the many years she was a resident. It surely made her life much fuller.
Family and friends are invited to gather to celebrate the life of Joan Nichols at the home of Ralph and Amy Nichols at 38 School Street Augusta Maine on Monday December 20 from 5-7pm.
Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the Alzheimer’s Care Center 154 Dresden Avenue Gardiner, Maine 04345.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home Gray Chapel, 207 Windsor Neck Road, Windsor Maine.
Harriet Eleanor Niles, 87, of Waterville Maine, passed away peacefully and unexpectedly on Thursday December 9, 2004 at Maine General Medical Center in Waterville Maine. She was born in Wilton Maine on November 11, 1917 a daughter of Arthur and Maude Rowe. The youngest of
four children she grew up in Wilton Maine, a beautiful farm girl who lived at the top of scenic Walker Hill. Two of her sisters, now in their nineties still reside in Livermore, Maine.
She was a graduate of Wilton Academy. After residing for decades at Empire Grove Methodist Campground in East Poland Maine, Harriet had lived for the past two years at the Carlson’s Building in downtown Waterville Maine. There she met an entire community of wonderful new
friends. Harriet was blessed to still live independently, surrounded by friends and family.
Mrs. Niles married Reverend Frederick Niles in Wilton on July 18, 1936. She supported her husband in his ministry in Methodist Churches in Maine throughout their 46 year marriage. They served their Lord and their parishes in the following communities: Fryeburg Harbor, Dexter,
Corrina, Westbrook, Livermore Falls, Bath, Lewiston, Belfast, Mechanic Falls and Minot. Ultimately, they retired to the Empire Grove Methodist Campground, where they still have a little cottage, filled with their folk art, nestled in the Maine woods. Harriet and Fred had three children, Diana, Norman and Elizabeth.
Their son Norman was born profoundly handicapped and died at the age of 26 years old. Just days before Harriet passed away, she dreamed of holding Norman in her arms once again. Today, she is joined with her beloved husband and son in heaven.
Harriet was renowned for her fabulous herb and flower gardens. She was an organic gardener for decades before it became in vogue. She remained up to date and well read about political issues. She wrote beautiful poetry and kept a journal, and was an accomplished quilter. She was
a wonderful and loyal friend, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She loved to visit with friends while sipping tea, and hosted hundreds of lovely tea parties for her many guests. Her family and friends will remember her as a fun loving, beautiful, wise and spiritual lady.
Harriet was predeceased by her parents, her husband, her brother and her son. She is survived by her two daughters, Diana Jean Rowe of Fairfield Maine, and Elizabeth Joan Bady of Lincoln Nebraska. She is also survived by her three granddaughters, Katherine Lynn Lemieux of Berlin,
NH; Jennifer Ann Rowe-Haney of Fairfield Maine and Rev. Krista Beth Atwood of Manchester CT. She is also survived by two son in laws, Michael Lemieux and Gary Atwood. She has seven great grandchildren, Quinson Lancaster, Maxwell, Diana and Connor Haney, Michael and Matthew Lemieux, and Benjamin Atwood. She also
proudly has five great great grandchildren.
Mrs. Niles memorial service will be held at 2pm on Sunday, December 12th at the United Methodist Church, Fairfield Maine with Pastor Kristen Bjorn officiating. Burial will be in the spring at Lakeview Cemetery in Wilton.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in her memory to the Autism Society of Maine at 72 Main Street, Winthrop, Maine 04363 in honor of her son and grandson and in memory of Harriet Eleanor Niles.
Arrangements are under the direction of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine.
James Richard Bixby, 60, of Albion Maine, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 1th, 2004 at Maine General Medical Center, Augusta Campus.
He was born in Lewiston Maine, on March 2nd, 1944, a son of Chester Colcord, and Hildred Courtney (Akerley) Bixby. He was a graduate of Edward Little High School, Class of 1962. He graduated from Burdette College in Boston, Class of 1964.
In the Mid 1960’s, he served in the Air National Guard and was honorably discharged.
On April 20, 1968, he married the former Ann F. Foster, and together have shared 36 years.
In his early years he assisted his father on the Cains Mayonnaise truck. He worked for Vern Parker of King Cole until he was offered a franchise in Rumford, which was later bought by Bachman, where he became the State of Maine Sales Manager. Most recently, he was employed by
Pepperidge Farm, Inc., and served as area sales manager for the Augusta North Region. He was awarded Vendor of the Year in 2003 for the Maine Grocers. He also served as Treasurer of the Maine Grocers Board.
He was a member of the United Baptist Church of Oakland Maine where he served as a Sunday High School Teacher for several years, was a Deacon, narrated the Easter, and Christmas cantatas at the church and served as lay minister.
In his early years, he was a member of the Mount Zircon of the Eastern Star Chapter 142 in Rumford Maine, and was a member of the Tranquil Masonic Lodge # 29, in Auburn. He was a past member of the Order of the Demolay.
He was a volunteer fireman for the Albion Fire Department, and was the organizer of the Firemen’s Field Day Barbeque with his family. He served as past selectman for the Town of Albion Maine, served as chairperson overseeing the poor and accessor, and served on the Elderly Housing
Program in Albion.
He was currently a member of the Central Masonic Lodge # 45 in China where he has served as secretary since 1995, and also served as Past Master at the Lodge. He was also a member of the Royal Arch, Blue Chapter, the Scottish Rites of Valley of Portland and Androscoggin. He was a
past member of the Albion Lions Club.
He was predeceased by his mother Hildred Bixby.
He is survived by his beloved wife Ann Bixby of Albion; his children Lauri Bixby of Albion and her boy friend Andrew Curtis of Auburn Maine, Scott Bixby and his wife April of Canaan Maine, and Bethany Bixby of Albion; his father Chester Bixby of Auburn; two sisters Lorna Hansen and
her husband Rob of Auburn, and Carol Daniels and her husband Bob of Hammonton, NJ.; a brother Chester Bixby and his wife Sandy of Auburn; two grandchildren Kurtis Bixby of Albion, and Taylor Bixby of Canaan; a sister in-law Joyce Leonard and her husband Ronald of Mapleton; a brother in-law Bryce Rummery of Cape
Elizabeth Maine; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visiting hours will be held on Saturday, December 4th, from 2-4 pm and 7-9 pm at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine. A funeral service will be held on Sunday, December 5th, at 2pm at United Baptist Church of Oakland, Church Street, Oakland Maine, with the
Rev. Andrew Kane Officiating. Burial will follow at Maplegrove Cemetery in Albion Maine.
Donations in his memory may be made to the United Baptist Church of Oakland, c/o Julia Brown PO Box 145, Oakland, ME 04963.
November 2004
Robert A. Nicholas, 75 of Winslow Maine, died peacefully in his sleep Tuesday Nov. 30, 2004 at Glenridge Rehabilitation Center in Augusta Mainefrom complications of Alzheimer’s disease.
He was born in Fairfield Maine on November 1st, 1929, the son of Joseph and Bernadette (Ducas) Nicholas. He graduated from Lawrence High School in 1947 where he played football, basketball and baseball. He served in the U.S. Army in Germany from 1950 until 1952. He was employed as
a Machinist by Keyes Fibre Co. until his retirement.
He was a Past Commander and life member of the Winslow VFW, Post 8835 and a member of the Waterville Elks Lodge.
Survivors include his former wife and long time companion, Dorothy Nicholas, two sons, Robert N. and his wife Darlene of Benton Maine, John and his wife, Janet of Winslow, three daughters, Laura Hayward and her husband Jeffery of Fairfield, Judy Pooler and her husband Edgar (Skip) of
Fairfield, Wendy Rhodes and her husband Stephen of Winslow, two brothers Edward Nicholas of Chelsea Maine and Norman Nicholas of Winslow, three sisters, Marion Will of California, Adeline Paquette of East Hartford, CT and Regina Gall of Hallowell Maine, four grandsons, Anthony Nicholas, Justin Meserve, Jordan Nicholas
and Joseph Nicholas, two granddaughters, Allison Hayward and Jasmine Nicholas, four step-grandsons, Jeremy Trask, Justin Trask, Roger Green and Dilyan Green, one great granddaughter, Miranda Meserve and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by two brothers, Leo Nicholas and William Nicholas and two sisters, Jeannette King and Cecile Siviski.
Visiting hours will be held from 7 to 9 PM on Friday December 3rd at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Saturday, December 4th, at 10 AM, at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Fairfield Maine, with the
Rev. Richard St. Cyr, Celebrant. Burial will follow at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery, Waterville Maine.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter, 163 Lancaster Street, Portland, ME 04101-2406
Henry H. Martin, 89, of East Benton Maine, passed away Sunday morning November 28, 2004 at Inland Hospital in Waterville Maine. His health had been in decline for considerable time. He was born in Hallowell, Maine on October 5, 1915, the son of Thomas and Grace (Hurd)
Martin. When both parents died in 1926, he came to Winslow to reside with an uncle, Roy Martin.
He was educated in Hallowell, Bath, and Winslow schools, graduating from Winslow High School in 1933. He was in the C.C.C.’s from 1933 to 1935 working various locations in Maine and New Hampshire.
He was employed seven years by the former Hollingsworth and Whitney mill in Winslow Maine. He spent many years working for the Maine State Highway from which he retired. He also did some farming and woodworking during his life. He greatly enjoyed gardening, picnics, holidays and
visiting with family and friends. He went deer hunting for as many years as he could. He has left countless memories for us living and will be missed always.
He is predeceased by a son, Thomas H. Martin, daughter in law, Betty (Guerin) Martin, sister, Dorothy Gerald. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Julia (Buker) Martin, daughters, Kathleen Humphrey of Freeport Maine and Judith Shorey of Oakland Maine, son, Henry H. Martin Jr.,
and wife, Patricia of East Benton Maine, one sister, Beulah Crawford of Virginia, 14 grandchildren, Jolene McPhetres of Sangerville, Richard Shores of Canaan, Deanna, Donald Jr., and David Shores of Oakland, Gregory Humphrey of Sidney, Glenn and Jeffrey Humphrey of Freeport, Thomas Martin Jr and Scott Martin of Benton,
Stephen Martin of Winslow, Laura Kent of Benton, Danica and Brandon Martin of Benton, 24 great grandchildren, also numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visiting hours will be on Wednesday December 1st from 2-4pm and 7-9pm at the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine, where a funeral service will be held on Thursday December 2nd, at 11am with Rev. Tim Hunt officiating. Burial will follow at the Brown Cemetery
in Benton.
Dorothy L. Wriglesworth, 85, wife of the late Rev. John C. Wriglesworth, passed away on Saturday November 27th, 2004 at the home of her daughter in Albion Maine. She was a pastor’s wife and homemaker all her life. She was instrumental along with her late husband in the
ministry and work at the Albion Christian Church where they served together for twenty nine years. She was a loving and caring mother to her three children.
She was born on September 13, 1919 in Jacksonville, Florida, a daughter of the late Joseph Elsenheimer and Violet (Allen) (Elsenheimer) Hayes. Our mother suffered from Parkinson’s disease for almost twenty five years but never complained. For the last few years, she has been
completely bedridden. Today, we as her children have wonderful memories of her singing Gospel hymns, even in her recent years of suffering. She loved the family gatherings with her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She is predeceased by her husband, Rev. John C. Wriglesworth who died on February 10, 2003, her sister, Elizabeth Wagner, and two brother in laws, Charles Wagner and Edwin Wriglesworth.
She is survived by her three children, Mary and her husband Terry Hodges of Albion, Maine, Sarah and her husband, Charles Marks of Benton, Maine, and David Wriglesworth and his wife,Carrie of Cecil, PA. she is also survived by seven grandchildren, several great grandchildren, one
sister, Ella and her husband, Floyd Barackman of Wellsboro,PA, one sister in law, Geraldine Wriglesworth of Curwensville, PA, and several nieces and nephews.
Visiting hours will be held on Tuesday, November 30th, from 7-9pm at the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine. A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 1st, at 1pm at the Albion Christian Church with Dr. David J. Wriglesworth officiating
assisted by Rev. Michael Hodges and Pastor Tim Murdock.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in her memory to the Living Word International Supportive Mission Ministry To Nationals PO Box 1368 Chambersburg, PA 17201 or to the Albion Christian Church, PO Box 205 Albion, Maine 04910.
Marion Gibson Pillsbury, 82, of Benton Station Maine, passed away on Tuesday November 23th, 2004 at Maine General Medical Center Thayer Unit in Waterville Maine surrounded by family and friends.
She was born in Clinton, Maine, on January 15th, 1922, the daughter of Samuel and Bertha (Gifford) Gibson. Marion attended Clinton High School and graduated from Lawrence High School. She enjoyed playing basketball.
Marion was predeceased by her husband, Parker B. Pillsbury and a sister, Rachel Lincoln. She is survived by her sister Betty Thrasher. Marion’s family was a major part of her life-Willie, Nancy, Daniel Grover; Mary Pillsbury-Bailey; Justin Pillsbury, Amerika Stewart, and their two
sons, Huggie and Kobe; Parker, Ewa, Parker III, Christine Pillsbury.
Marion requested that there be no funeral and that her ashes be placed in the Ames Cemetery.
Donations may be made to the Abiding Memorial Fund at the First Baptist Church, 12 Newhall Street, Fairfield, Maine 04937 where Marion was a member.
A graveside service will be held on Monday November 29th at 1pm at the Ames Cemetery in Benton Maine, with Rev. David Johnston officiating.
Arrangements are under the direction of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine.
Lindley O. Littlefield, 90, of Benton Maine, died peacefully on Thursday November 25, 2004 at Maine General Medical Thayer Unit in Waterville Maine.
He was born on August 24, 1914 in Winslow, a son of Charles and Emma (Garland) Littlefield. He attended Winslow Maine schools and retired from Tilcon Me Construction.
He enjoyed gardening, scenic rides, and spending time with his family. He will be remembered most by his family as a provider and faithful keeper of the land.
He is predeceased by his parents as well as his wife, Celia Buker Littlefield, one son, Leroy and his wife, Pat, one daughter, Marion, one brother, Millard (Red) and one sister, Bertha.
He is survived by his sons, Kenneth of Fairfield Maine, Dennis of Benton Maine and foster son, Donald Goodale of Benton, seventeen grandchildren, many nieces , nephews, and great grandchildren.
Visiting hours will be on Friday November 26th from 2-4 and 7-9pm at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine where a funeral service will be held on Saturday November 27th at 1pm. Burial will follow at the Brown Cemetery in Benton Maine.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, One Main Street, Topsham, Maine 04086.
Darrold T. Johnston, Sr., 77, of Clinton Maine, passed away on Wednesday November 24th, 2004 at the Lakewood Continuing Care Center in Waterville Maine.
He was born in Shawmut, Maine on August 16, 1927, a son of Percy and Florence (Turner) Johnston. He attended local schools in Shawmut. He then served his country in the US Navy during WWII and was awarded the American Theatre Ribbon as well as the WWII Victory Medal. He retired
from Keyes Fiber in 1987 after 46 years of service with the company.
In his younger years he played baseball with the Shawmut Team and more recently he especially enjoyed watching baseball on television. He looked forward to spending time at his camp at Moosehead Lake hunting and fishing- usually keeping everything he caught.
He also found great joy in tending to his garden.
He is predeceased by his parents as well as one daughter, Patricia Moore, his brothers, Donald Johnston, Kenneth Johnston, James Johnston, Clayton Johnston and Clyde Johnston
He is survived by his wife, Irma A. (Smith) Johnston of Clinton Maine, one son, Darrold T. Johnston Jr., of Clinton, one sister, Barbara LaLiberty of Shawmut, step children, Frances Turner of Monson Maine, Guy Hanson of Fairfield Maine, Bruce Hanson of Greenville Maine, Penny
Higgins of Fairfield Maine, Brian Hanson of Fairfield, a special niece Sherry LaLiberty of Shawmut and one great niece Donna Clark of Portland Maine as well an many nieces and nephews, two grandsons, James Johnston and Brandon Johnston of Oakland Maine, two great granddaughters, Ashley Johnston and Delaney Johnston, as
well as many step grandchildren and step great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held on Sunday, November 28th at 2pm at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home,107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine. Burial will follow at Maplewood Cemetery in Fairfield.
Wayne E. Taylor, 42, of Farmingdale Maine, died unexpectedly on Saturday November 20, 2004 surrounded by his family and loved ones. He was born on May 22, 1962 in Damariscotta, Maine a son of Orrison A. and Ernestine M. (Geyer) Taylor. He graduated from Halldale High School
in 1982.
Over the past 21 years he had been a loving, caring and supportive father to his three children whom he cherished and loved no matter what obstacles stood in his way. He spent the past 26 years working for the Windsor Fair, where he parked vehicles, and operating the rides. The last
3 years he had worked the Union Fair doing the same. This past season he had started working with Christmas trees like he had done for the past six years, and loving every minute of it. He worked for the Kennebec Journal as a carrier, and worked for Gary Ladner as a landscaper. He also owned his own business, W.E.T.
Windows, Yards & Home Services.
In his spare time he enjoyed being with his close friends. He was the type of man who would give anything to anyone including the shirt off his back if he had to. He was an avid hunter. He especially enjoyed family fishing trips, going to the fair, and the B.I.W. family picnics.
He is predeceased by his paternal and maternal grandparents, a special niece, Tonia Taylor and special friends, Donald and Albert Peaslee.
He is survived by his parents, Orrison A. and Ernestine M. Taylor, his children, Mike “Bub”, Stacey “Stace”, and Jen “Angel”, his loyal and loving companion and high school sweetheart, Marianne Gregoire and her two sons, Andrew Gregoire and Allen Bashaw, a special friend, Christopher
Bell who is Stacey’s fiancé, one sister, Shiela Gaulin two brothers, Freeman Taylor and companion, Jean Noble and Marshall Taylor, as well as many aunts, uncles, a niece, several nephews and friends.
Visiting hours will be on Wednesday, November 24th, from 6-8pm at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home Gray Chapel, 207 Windsor Neck Road, Windsor. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, November 27th, at 2pm at Rest Haven Cemetery in Windsor.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home-Gray Chapel, 207 Windsor Neck Road, Windsor, ME 04363
Verna M. Arno, 87, of Waterville Maine, formerly of Benton Maine, died on Nov. 19th, 2004, at Inland Hospital. She had been a resident of Lakewood Manor Nursing Home for the past 14 years.
She was born on Sept. 27th, 1917, in Waterville. She was the oldest child of Archie H. Brayall and Lena Parker Brayall.
She married Percie R. Arno of Bingham Maine on July 3th, 1941. Percie predeceased her on March 15th, 1994.
Verna is survived by a son, Robert W. Arno of Benton, and two sisters, M. Elaine Smith of Waterville and Arlene DelConte of South Windsor, Conn.
She was predeceased by one sister, Norene Wing of Kingfield, Maine and four brothers, Lawrence of Palmsdale, Calif., Russell of East Hartford, Conn., Gerald of Gardiner and Dean of Bristol, Conn.
At the request of the deceased, there will be no visiting hours or funeral services.
Cremation will take place at the Greenlawn Memorial Park in Auburn Maine.
Arrangements are under the direction of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main St., Fairfield Maine.
Eleanor J. Robinson, 110, of Skowhegan Maine, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 16, 2004, at Woodlawn Rehab and Nursing Care Center in Skowhegan.
She was born in Baltimore, Maryland on February 13, 1894.
As a young women, she moved to Oakland and ran a boarding home. Later, she moved to Westchester County just outside of New York City, and became a domestic homemaker for several families until she retired.
She enjoyed traveling, sewing, and loved cooking, especially her homemade wheat bread.
She was predeceased by her husband Charles Robinson; a son Emmons Young; a grandson Fredrick Young all formerly of Norridgewock; and a great grandson Richard of Portchester, New York; and two brothers, and four sisters.
She is survived by two grandsons Richard and Marvin Young both of Norridgewock; eight great grandchildren, twelve great great grandchildren, and two great great great grandchildren; and nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, November 20th, at 12 p.m. at Oak Cemetery in Norridgewock Maine, with the Rev. Mark Tanner officiating.
Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine.
Inez Mae Poulin, 95, of Windsor Maine, passed away on Monday, November 15th, 2004 at the Glenridge Maine Rehabilitation & Nursing Home in Augusta Maine. She was born on July 6, 1909 in Dresden Mills, Maine, a daughter of Adoniram and Minnie (Moody) Baker.
She attended Dresden and Cedar Grove Schools. For many years she had been a communicant of St. Andrew’s Catholic Church in Augusta. For 32 years she had been employed as a stitcher at the Bates Manufacturing Company- Edwards Division in the spinning and blanket room retiring in
1971.
In 1931 she married George C. Poulin and they were married for 48 years until his passing in 1979. She is survived by several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service will be held on Friday, November 19th, 2004 at 2:30pm at Rest Haven Cemetery, Windsor Maine with Rev. Jay Wilson officiating.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home Gray Chapel, 207 Windsor Neck Road in Windsor Maine.
Richard A. “Dick” Sutter Sr., 53, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday November 10th, 2004 in South China Maine. He was born in Augusta Maine, November 8th, 1951, a son of Bertram Sr., and Virgie Mae (Hysom) Sutter.
In 1994 he founded Right Choice Builders in South China and at the time of his death he was the owner and president. Prior to that he was the owner of Sturdy Built Construction which he co- founded in 1982.
For many years he was a member of the Augusta Elk’s Lodge B.P.O.E. # 964 where he served as Past Exalted Ruler. He loved spending time with his family especially his grandchildren. He always looked forward to family gatherings where he enjoyed playing pool and telling his stories
and jokes. An outdoorsman, he enjoyed golfing, hunting and fishing. He particularly enjoyed gambling.
He is predeceased by his parents, one brother, Bertram Sutter Jr., and his wife, Sherrill, one sister, Gloria Grant, and one brother in law, Greg Tounge.
He will be sadly missed by his family and loving companion, Barbara A. Condon of South China and her children, He is survived by his children, two sons, Richard Jr., and his wife, Jenny and their children, Kaitlyn and Jacob of Palermo Maine, Robbie A. and his wife, Stacey of Windsor
Maine, one daughter, Alicia J. Sutter and her children, Colby Cyr and Caleb Cyr of Windsor. He is also survived by one sister, Barbara Tounge of South China as well as many nieces, nephews and too many friends to list.
Family and friends are invited to gather on Saturday November 13th from 4-7pm at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home Gray Chapel, 207 Windsor Neck Road, Windsor Maine, where a funeral service will be held on Sunday at 1pm with the members and officers of the Augusta Elk’s Lodge # 964.
Committal prayers and burial will follow at Rest Haven Cemetery, Windsor Maine.
Arrangements are under the direction of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home Gray Chapel, 207 Windsor Neck Road, Windsor Maine.
Florence C. Rowe, 78 of Oak Grove Nursing Home passed away Friday November 5th, 2004 at Maine Medical Center, Portland Maine.
She was born September 11th, 1926, in Gardiner Maine, the daughter of George T. and Florence (Bettinson) Curry.
She was raised in Gardiner and attended Gardiner schools.
She became a member of Our Lady’s Sodality in 1942. She later lived in Portland and attended Deering High School but moved back to Gardiner and graduated from Gardiner High School in 1946.
She married Albert Chamberlain June 13th, 1947.
She was employed by New England Telephone Company as a telephone operator for several years in Gardiner and later in Waterville Maine. She was a homemaker for many years before returning back to work. She retired in 1988 after being with Taconnet
Federal Credit Union for several years where she made many wonderful friends.
She married Arthur Bruce Rowe in July of 1988. They were able to spend several winters together in Florida where they had many wonderful times with family and friends.
Florence was a sweet and loving wife, mother and grandmother who will be dearly missed.
She was predeceased by her parents; her brother Burleigh, and her first husband Albert Chamberlain who died in 1985.
She is survived by her husband Arthur Bruce Rowe; a son George of Webster, NY.; a daughter Christine and her husband Francis Graham of Shawmut Maine; one brother Robert Curry and his wife Marsha of Webster, NY.; one nephew and two nieces; five
grandchildren; and a stepson Brian Rowe and his wife Twila of Fairfield Maine.
A private service for family will be held at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main St. Fairfield Maine, on Wednesday November 10th. Burial will follow at Maplewood Cemetery, Fairfield Maine.
Arrangements are under the direction of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main St., Fairfield Maine.
October 2004
Carroll A. Rowe, 78, passed away on Sunday October 31st 2004, at his home in Vassalboro Maine, after a long courageous battle with heart disease and multiple myloma. He was born in South Paris, Maine on February 9th, 1926, one of 16 children of Charles W. and Mage (Turner)
Rowe. He married Beatrice Campbell on January 15th, 1955 in Boothbay Maine.
Carroll was a Dairy Farmer most of his life, he was in partnership with his brother, Norman. After Norman’s retirement due to ill health he continued to farm until his retirement. After retiring from dairy farming he had beef cattle and sheep. He was a member of the Vassalboro
United Methodist Church, where he served as treasurer for almost 12 years. He was a member of many farm organizations.
He served his country in the Army Air Force during WWII as a tail gunner in a B-29, flying many missions over Japan. He was discharged as a sergeant receiving Many medals including the Distinguished Flying Cross, WWII Victory Medal, Air Medal with 2 Bronze Stars, American Theatre,
WWII Victory Medal and the Good conduct Medal. Upon his discharge he returned to High School receiving his diploma within a year.
He was predeceased by his parents, brothers, Arthur, Franklin, Norman, Kenneth, Dwight, Walter, L. Carlton and Gordon, sisters, Evelyn and Marion.
He is survived by his wife of almost 50 years, Beatrice C. Rowe of Vassalboro, son, Stephen C. Rowe and his wife, Anne of Gray, Maine, daughters, Susan I. Rowe and friend, Calvin Meserve of Scarborough Maine, and Carol A. Rowe of Waterville Maine, granddaughter, Courtney Rowe of
Waterville, grandsons, William, Nathan and Daniel Rowe of Gray Maine. He is also survived by his brothers, Philip of Litchfield, Maine and Arnold of Waterford, Maine , sisters, Marjorie Callomore of Pittsfield Maine and Eleanor Williams of South China Maine and Ethel Green and her husband, Donald of Vassalboro, as well
as many nieces and nephews, sister in laws, Barbara Rowe and Joyce Rowe of Vassalboro, Ruth Rowe of Topsham Maine, Pat Giles of Boothbay Harbor Maine and Lilly Campbell of Wiscasset Maine.
A funeral service will be held on Sunday, November 7th at 2pm at the Vassalboro United Methodist Church, Vassalboro Maine, with Pastor Virginia Rimm officiating. Burial will follow at the Methodist Cemetery, Bog Road, East Vassalboro, Maine.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Vassalboro United Methodist Church, c/o Sandra Toohey, Financial Secretary, Box 87, East Vassalboro, Maine 04935.
Arrangements are under the direction of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield, Maine 04937.
Gloria V. Furrow, 74, of Newport and Stetson Maine, passed away on October 30, 2004 at Eastern Maine Medical Center. She was born on December 17th, 1929 in Brewer Maine, a daughter of Lavern and Virginia (Day) Bissell.
Gloria also known as "Go Go", worked several years as a waitress. She was also in the grandparent program for 11 years at the Hill Top Day Care in Bangor Maine. She loved the Ponies and Doggie races and to watch the Red Sox. These were her favorite things to do. She was loved by
all her children and grandchildren but most of all her husband whom she called Daddy.
She is predeceased by her mother, Virginia, one brother, Robert, one sister,Gena.
She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Harold L. Furrow Sr. of Newport, her father, Lavern Bissell, her children, Harold Jr., of west Virginia, Robin Goodness and her husband, Gary of Newport, Bruce E. Furrow of New York, Jay Allen Furrow of Newburg Maine, Peter John Furrow and
his wife, Brenda of Dixmont Maine, Sharon Moore and her husband, Denis Moore of Etna Maine, Debbie Lizotte and her husband, Junior of Veazie Maine, one brother, Richard of Dedham, Maine, one sister, Pee Wee of Edington, Maine, several grandchildren and few great grandchildren, several nieces and nephews
Visiting hours will be Wednesday, November 3rd from 2-4 and 6-8pm at Lawry Brothers Memorial & Remembrance Centre (Unity Center for the Performing Arts), 42 Depot Street, Unity Maine. where a funeral service will be held on Thursday at 1pm. Burial will follow at Clark’s Hill
Cemetery in Stetson Maine.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be submitted to the family at the funeral home.
Hannah Blessing Wallace, infant daughter of Glenn A and Darlene C. (Taylor) Wallace, of Albion Maine, went to heaven on October 27th, 2004 at the Maine Medical Center in Portland, Maine.
She was born on August 3, 2004 in Portland Maine. An angel for the book of Life wrote down our baby’s birth and whispered as she closed the book, “To beautiful for earth.”
We will love and miss her forever, and look forward to seeing her again. She is survived by her parents of Albion, a sister, Elizabeth T. Wallace of Albion, maternal grandmother, Sylvia Taylor of Albion Maine, paternal grandparents, Richard and Carole Wallace of East Acworth, New
Hampshire, as well as many loving aunts, uncles and cousins.
She was predeceased by paternal grandmother, Beverly Wallace and maternal grandfather, David Taylor.
Family and friends are invited to gather with the family at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine, from 12noon until 1pm where a memorial service will be held on Saturday November 6th, 2004.
In lieu of flowers contribution may be made in her memory to the Albion Public Library 18 Main Street, Box 355, Albion, Maine 04910 or to the Ronald McDonald House, 250 Brackett Street, Portland, Maine 04102
Carmen M. Roy, 83, of Waterville Maine, passed away on Friday October 29 at Maine General Medical Center in Augusta Maine. For the past several years she had resided at the Volmer Country Living Center in North Vassalboro Maine. She was born on March 18, 1921 in Berlin, New
Hampshire a daughter of Paul and Diane (Beaudoin) Fortin.
She worked hard all her life as a homemaker, raising her family of six children after being left a widow at a young age. She is predeceased by her husband, Joe Roy who died in 1958. she is also predeceased by two sons, Arthur Roy who died in 1949 and Albert Roy who died in 2003.
She is survived by her children , Annette Roy, Alton Roy and his wife, Yvette, Arlene Roy, Amos Roy and his wife, Jamalyn, Angela Anderson and her husband, Dennis as well as many grandchildren, nieces and nephews and friends.
Visiting hours will be on Monday November 1st from 6-8pm at the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home 107 Main Street Fairfield. Burial will be at a later date at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery in Waterville Maine.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine.
Robert A. Rice, 74, of Clinton Maine, went home to his Lord on Thursday October 28th, 2004. He passed away at home surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born on February 4, 1930 in Pembroke, Maine a son of Harry and Madeline (Clark) Rice.
He served his country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. For 35 years he owned and operated Auto Body shops in Dennysville, Brewer and Levant Maine. Robert truly lived his life as a Christian and had a great love for the Lord. He was a poet and authored “The Nuts and Bolts
of Christian Living”. He enjoyed making quilts for the homeless, the veterans and the Good Will Hinckley Home. He and his wife Ann Marie had lived in Florida prior to moving to Clinton.
He is predeceased by one sister, Janice Leighton, one brother, Tom Rice and one grandchild, Bradford Rice Jr.
He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Ann Marie Rice, children, Bradford Rice and his wife, Sis, Leonard Rice and his wife, Susan, Cindy and her husband, Jeff Commander, Patricia and her husband, Dave Daniel, Jill and her husband, Brian Craig, brothers, Edwin Rice, Wayne Rice and
Clark Rice, sisters, Joan Rice and Wilma Barnsley, grandchildren, Danielle Rice, Carlene Rice, Amanda Rice, Sherree Rice, Matthew Wilbur, Nicole Matherson, Brian Craig II, Gabrielle Craig and Joshua Daniel. One great grandchild, Caitlyn.
Visiting hours will be on Friday October 29th from 6-8pm at the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine, where a funeral service will be held on Saturday October 30th at 2pm with Pastor Mike Campbell officiating. Committal services will be held on Monday
November 1st 2004 at 10am at the Chapel of the New Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Mount Vernon Road in Augusta Maine.
Arthur “Red” O’Halloran of Waterville Maine, passed peacefully on October 27, 2004, surrounded and strengthened by the love of his children. Red was born on June 4, 1925 in Amherst, Maine, the sixth and youngest child of Charles and Julia Jewett O’Halloran. Both Charles and
Julia died when Red was still a young boy, so at the tender age of 15, Red left Amherst for Charleston, Maine where he joined his sister Mary and his brother Robert and attended Higgins Classical Institute.
After graduating from Higgins with honors in 1943, Red enlisted in the United States Navy as a 2nd Lieutenant and was trained as a navigator at Saint Mary’s College in California. Upon completion of his training, Red flew missions in the Pacific Theatre before being
honorably discharged in 1945.
After the war, Red boarded a train bound for Bangor Maine and in 1946, he enrolled at Colby College after a brief half-hour interview with Dean Ernest Marriner, upon which he was swiftly admitted. In keeping with his persona, Red took full advantage of his time at Colby, where he was
a member of the Lambda Chi Alpha fraternity, the Inter-fraternity Council, the Inter-student Council and Greek Letter Society, and the Outing Club. Red also proved to be an outstanding middle distance runner, and as member of the Colby Varsity Indoor and Outdoor Track teams, Red won many races and set school records in
the 220 and 440 yard dash. In addition to his athletic prowess, Red’s leadership ability earned him the title of team captain as a sophomore.
Red also served as a Student Dormitory Proctor for 3 years and was a member of the Debate Club. Part of his time was spent on Colby’s original campus, but he graduated in 1950 as an administrative science major from Mayflower Hill. Beyond all those activities, perhaps Red’s greatest
accomplishment during his time at Colby was when he met and eventually married Marcella LaVerdiere, who also graduated from Colby in 1953.
Red and Marcie married on January 8, 1954 at St. Francis de Sales Parish in Waterville, Maine. Together they had six children: Lili Anne, Gregory, Daniel, Timothy, Julia (who died shortly after being born) and Kathleen. After a tenacious battle with cancer, Marcie predeceased Red in
1989, yet Red was determined to keep the family together. After years of spending many hours at his office at Boothby & Bartlett, Red refocused much of his energy on his family, continuing to host holidays at his home on Eaton Drive and picking out special gifts and cards for his children and 10 grandchildren.
Upon graduating from Colby, Red initially became a Field Representative for the Home Insurance Company, and traveled the entire state of Maine. During that time, Red lived as a boarder with an elderly woman in Fairfield, Hazel Sprague. The two quickly became dear friends, and Red and
his children continued to spend time with Mrs. Sprague throughout her life.
Red never got too far away from his Colby roots, spending the next five decades just down the hill selling insurance at Boothby & Bartlett Company. In 1951, Red was hired as an agent and became a Vice President for the company in 1971. Dan O’Halloran joined his father at Boothby &
Bartlett in 1986; Red continued working through early October, 2004, just weeks before his passing.
Red was tremendously well known and respected within the insurance industry; as such he served on the advisory board of many insurance companies. He was a Director for the Independent Insurance Agents Association of Maine for several years, and served as President in 1976. He earned
his CPCU designation (Chartered Property and Casualty Underwriter) from the American Insurance Institute in 1974.
Red felt strongly about the Waterville community and remained actively engaged throughout his life. He served on the Waterville School Board and the Waterville Charter Commission, and he served as a director on many local boards, including: Mount St. Joseph, Waterville Sewerage
District, Waterville Savings and Loan Association (Director 1969-1995, Chairman of the Board 1987-1992), and Kennebec Savings Bank. Red was a life member of both the Lions Club and the Elks Club.
Red never forgot the special role that Colby played in his life; he and his family frequented Colby athletic and cultural events, class reunions, and Red remained actively involved in the Alumni Association. Red made significant contributions of his time, energy, and financial
support to the college, and in 1980, Red was honored as the Colby “C” Club Man of the Year “in recognition of the ongoing support of Colby athletics and the special, personal concern you and your entire family have shown to student athletes.” Red was given the Colby Brick Award in 1982, awarded annually to members of
the Colby family who have demonstrated outstanding loyalty to the College through consistent and dedicated service on its behalf.
Red’s commitment to youth, his appreciation for education, and his love of athletics made a profound impression on the people around him. His compassion, wit, work ethic and integrity will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew him. The consummate gentleman, Red’s
legacy lives on through his children, grandchildren and friends.
In addition to his dear wife, Marcie, Red was pre-deceased by his sisters Katherine O’Halloran and Mary O’Halloran Fournier, and by his brother, Robert O’Halloran. Red is survived by brothers James O’Halloran of Manchester, New Hampshire and Norman O’Halloran of Amherst, Maine.
Red is also survived by his five children and their families: Lili, Jack and Ashley Richmond of Portland Maine; Greg, Jessica, Kelly, Amy & Janie O’Halloran of Benton Maine; Dan, Jane, Charles and Olivia O’Halloran of Yarmouth Maine; Tim, Judi, Morgan, Danielle, and Christi
O’Halloran of Scarborough Maine and Kate O’Halloran, who returned home to Waterville last September to live with and care for her father. Red’s beloved dog, Fireball Katie, died peacefully on October 18, 2004, after 5 years of being his loyal and treasured companion.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Monday, November 1st, at 11 a.m. at Notre Dame Catholic Church in Waterville Maine, with the Rev Paul Dumais, celebrant. A reception for all of his friends will follow immediately at the church. A private burial will be held at Saint
Francis Cemetery in Waterville.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in honor of Arthur “Red” O’Halloran, may be made to Mount Merici School Scholarship Fund, 152 Western Ave., Waterville, ME 04901.
Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine.
Job Mathias Hannah infant son of Jeffrey L.and Jennifer L. (Jurdak) Hannah of Canaan Maine went to be with the Lord on Saturday October 23, 2004 at Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor Maine. He was born in Bangor on September 18th, 2004. He is survived by his parents and
one brother, Alister L. Hannah all of Canaan. Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.
Funeral services will be private.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine.
Phyllis Bartley Hann, 78, of Shawmut Maine, passed away on Tuesday October 26th, 2004 at her home, with her daughter Judy, son-in-law Lynn and beloved grandson Spencer at her side.
Throughout her illness she was cared for at home by her devoted and loving family. Phyllis was born in Clinton, Maine on December 11th, 1925, to Lewis A. and Mollie (Burtt) Bartley.
She worked hard her entire life raising a wonderful family, and retired from a job she loved at Keyes Fiber in 1991.
She is survived by her son Danny Hann and his wife Sandy; two daughters Wanda Shibles and her husband Adam, and Judy Maheu and her husband Lynn, with whom she made her home.
She is also survived by grandchildren Danny Hann II, Jennifer Welch, Dawn Holt, Michael Hann, Nicole Kauppinen, Tia Collins, Spencer Maheu and Paul Hunter, and many great grandchildren, including Brandon and shane Kauppinen, who were especially dear to her heart; brother, Eldon
Bartley and wife, Emmerline, and a very special and devoted sister, Myrtle Johnson.
She was predeceased by her parents, brothers, Donald, Eddy, Floyd, and Lewie, sisters, Ina, Glenys, Cecile, Faye and Iva.
There will be no visiting hours. A private graveside service will be held for the family only.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in her memory to HealthReach Hospice, PO Box 1568, Waterville, Maine 04903, to whom we extend a special thanks for all their help and support. From her children, “All that I am or hope to be, I owe to my angel Mother.”
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine
Michael Tony Arvayo, 58, of Jacksonville, Florida, and formerly of Clinton, Maine, passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2004, at Malcom Randall VA Medical Center in Gainesville, Florida.
He was born in Bangor Maine on May 6, 1946, the son of Calos Arvayo, and Jeanett (Manzo) Lambert. He attended schools in Bangor.
On January 17, 1964, he entered the US Army serving during the Vietnam era. He was honorably discharged on January 16, 1970, with the rank of Private.
Michael enjoyed motorcycling, boating, and his vegetable garden.
He was predeceased by a son Michael L. Arvayo on June 1, 2002.
He is survived by his two daughters Michelle Arvayo of Vassalboro Maine, and Rebecca Basford of Portland Maine; his father Calos Arvayo and his wife Carmen of Mesa, Arizona; and his mother Jeanett Lambert and her husband Frank of Fairfield Maine; his granddaughter Kaylee Arvayo-Bicford of
Vassalboro; his siblings Rick Moony and his wife Theresa of Hampden Maine, Raymond Arvayo and his wife Rachel, Ernie Arvayo and his wife Rita, Caroline Johnson and her husband Allan, Xavier Arvayo and his wife Carol all of Arizona; and Amy Sanerville and her husband Scott on New Mexico; and many nieces, nephews, Aunts, Uncles,
Cousins, and friends.
A time of sharing of special memories with family and friends will be held on Wednesday, October 27th, 2004, at 7 pm at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine.
Burial will be at a later date at Mount Hope Cemetery in Augusta Maine.
Ruth F. Roberts, 92, of Augusta Maine, died on October 18, 2004 at the Glenridge Nursing Facility in Augusta where she had been a resident for the past 14 months. Prior to that she had been a resident of Seton Village in Waterville Maine for more than 20
years.
She was born in Rockland Maine on August 12, 1912 a daughter of Charles and Mary (Dodge) Frazier. Ruth worked with her father in the greenhouse and dairy business in Winslow Maine during her early years. She attended Winslow schools, was a devoted attendee of the
Benton falls Congregational Church and always enjoyed her flowers and vegetable gardens wherever she lived.
She married Maurice L. Roberts on August 16, 1930. They enjoyed years of traveling, hunting, camping and fishing together. Ruth was employed at the Thayer Hospital for several years as a nurse’s aide and loved her work with the babies on the obstetric unit.
Survivors include three daughters, Mary Collins of Seton Village in Waterville, Thelma Thomas and husband, John of Rangeley Maine, Stella Grard and husband, Hervey of Santo,Texas, seven grandchildren, several great grandchildren and great great grandchildren also
survive her.
She is predeceased by her husband, Maurice, her sisters, Vera and Doris and half brothers, Charles and Merrill.
At her request there will be no visiting hours and funeral services. She will be interred with her husband at Gracelawn Memorial Park in Auburn. Contributions may be made in her memory to the Waterville Area Humane Society Drummond Avenue Waterville Maine 04901.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine.
Marion (Nanie) Boynton, 87, of Augusta Maine, died on October 15, 2004 at the Augusta Rehabilitation Center with members of her family by her side. She was born the second of seven children in Whitefield on April 15, 1917, a daughter of Leslie and Blanche
Lewis. Marion was a graduate of Erskine Academy, in 1935, where she was very active in basketball, theatre, and chorus. Soon after graduation, she married John W. (Grump) Boynton on August 22, 1936. They were married for 62 years.
She held a number of jobs throughout her working career. A few being chief operator for the China Telephone Company, tax collector and treasurer for the town of China, substitute teaching and bus driving for the China elementary School. She worked for Depositor’s
Trust Company, where she retired in 1976, she found great satisfaction working through the ranks of banking. She was most passionate and excited about her role as the reconciler for Key Bank during the setup of the first computerized banking system in Maine in 1968. Marion and John loved to travel , spending many
winters in Florida and Idaho and summers at Three Mile Pond.
Marion organized the first children’s immunization clinic in South China in 1942. She attended Christ Church in Gardiner. She was a member of the Lily of the Valley Chapter No.#157, Order of Eastern Star, Weeks Mills, the Maine Farm Bureau, and the Pond Lilies, a
group of women that lived on China Lake who helped each other with various crafts. She was a basketball junkie, she and her sister, Geneva, followed the basketball careers of young girls from middle school, to college and onto the pros. Gardening and handiwork were her hobbies, making quilts was her passion. She
loved her family unconditionally and had a extraordinary bond with the babies
Marion was predeceased by her husband, John, and sons, Richard and Robert, one sister, Mabel and one brother, Leslie.
Survivors include her children, Jack W. Boynton (Gail Andrews) of West Gardiner, Shirley Boynton of Smithfield, Judith E. (Coe) Parker of Wilder, Idaho, Janet E. Pierce, Jane E. Boynton, and H. Bruce (Rhonda) Boynton all of Augusta as well as 15 grandchildren and 15
great grandchildren who all had a special place in their Nanie’s heart. Four sisters, survive her, Helen Lewis and Mary Bailey of Oregon, Geneva Ellis of Augusta, and Caroline Griswold of Washington state. Nanie leaves behind many loving nieces, nephews, friends and extended family members.
Relatives and friends may visit Lawry Brothers Funeral Home Gray Chapel, 207 Windsor Neck Road in Windsor Maine on Tuesday evening October 19th from 4-6pm. Burial Office and Holy Eucharist will be celebrated at 11am on Wednesday October 20th, 2004 at Christ Church
Episcopal on the Gardiner Common. The Rev. Jacob Fles will officiate. Burial will take place at 3pm that afternoon at the Dyer Hill Cemetery in Windsor.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her name to the Girl’s Vachon Basketball Camp c/o Maine State Employees Credit Union Capital Street, Augusta, Maine 04330 or to a charity of ones choice.
Barbara Hester Bumps Fletcher, 87, of China, Maine passed away after a lengthy illness early Tuesday morning, October 12th, 2004 at Lakewood Continuing Care Center in Waterville Maine, where she had resided for the last weeks of her life. She was born in China, Maine on May
16, 1917, a daughter of the late Arvide and Susie (Martin) Bumps, one of a large and loving family of 12 brothers and sisters. She married Stanley C. Fletcher on November 25, 1935 in China, and they were married nearly 43 years before he passed away on September 17, 1977. She is predeceased by 6 brothers, Ardelle,
Carroll, Donald, Glendon, Bernard and Roy and 3 sisters, Marie James, Charlene Young, and Vivian Warner.
Barbara is survived by a son, Robert Fletcher and wife, Judy of China, two daughters, Shirley Fitzgerald and husband, Carlton of South China, and Joan Hammond and husband, Joseph of Rio Rico, AZ, and Hampton, NH. She is also survived by one brother, Maxwell Bumps and one sister,
Rachel Cunningham both of China. Also surviving are 18 grandchildren, Patricia Pratt and companion Julie of Rome, Fredrick Fitzgerald and companion Pat, Betsy Fitzgerald and Linda Clifford all of South China, Cathy Frisbie and husband, Trey of Waldoboro Maine, Betty Sularie and husband, Larry of Vassalboro Maine, David
Fletcher and companion Erica of Winslow Maine, Danny Fletcher and wife, Charlene of Pemaquid Maine, Robert Fletcher and companion Tom of Sidney Maine and Lori Devenport and husband Bret of Hampton, NH, also 13 great grandchildren, Bruce Fitzgerald, Derek and Jaimi Clifford, Heather and Justin Sularie, Vanessa and
Nathan Frisbie, Scott and Gina fletcher, Seth Fletcher, Kinsey and Taylor Devenport, and Jessica Murray, and 1 great great granddaughter, Jasmine Fletcher.
Barbara loved her family and especially enjoyed all of her 32 grandchildren. She was an avid reader and loved solving crossword and jigsaw puzzles. She loved to travel and she and her husband were avid campers and instilled a love of camping into their family. The highlight of the
past summer for Barbara was the reunion of the Bumps Family where 178 family members attended and Barbara was the oldest member present and also had the only 5 generation group in the family
At her request there will be no visiting hours. A graveside service will be held on Friday October 15th at 2pm at the Chadwick Hill Cemetery in South China, Maine with Rev. Ronald E. Morrell Sr. officiating.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to the China Rescue PO Box 6325 China Village, Maine 04926 c/o Sarah Dow.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home Gray Chapel, 207 Windsor Neck Road, Windsor Maine
Florence M. Berube, 76, of Shawmut Maine, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend went home to her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, October 10th, 2004. She was predeceased by her husband, and best friend of 49 years, Jim. She was born on May 19, 1928 in
Fairfield, Maine, the daughter of Julian and Emeria Potelle.
She graduated from Lawrence High School in 1945.
Her career as a dedicated homemaker and loving mother enriched her children’s lives. She was a communicant of Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church in Fairfield Maine. Florence was young at heart and had a wide range of interests, but her greatest pleasures came from enjoying
the simple things in life; spending time with her daughters and their families, visits from her brothers, and friends, reading, knitting, time on her porch, and her flower garden. She loved to talk about her faith and her grandchildren. She looked forward each Sunday to her excursions with her sister and nephew, and
also appointments with her special hairdresser who made house calls for her.
Florence is survived her three daughters who will miss her greatly, Deborah Combellick of Hallowell, Maine, Laurie Giles and husband Steven of Plymouth, Maine, and Lisa Wilson and husband, Robert of Corinna, Maine. She was a loving Mere-Mere to her six grandchildren, Lindsay,
Christa, Carly, Jonathan, Samuel, and Nathan. She is also survived by her sister, Jeanette Labbe of Waterville Maine, and two brothers, Romeo Potelle and wife, Theresa of Benton Maine and Albert Potelle of Fairfield as well as many nieces, nephews and their families.
Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday October 13th, from 2-4 and 6-8pm at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine. Private graveside gathering will take place on Thursday at 11am at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery in Waterville.
Rita H. Darling, 74, of Skowhegan Maine, and formerly of the Vassalboro and Winslow Maine area, passed away on Monday, October 4th, 2004, at Redington-Fairview General hospital in Skowhegan.
She was born in Worcester, MA., on January 16th, 1930, the daughter of the late Theodore and Lydia (Levesque) Leslie.
She attended schools in Worcester, MA. She attended the Church of Nazarene in Fairfield Maine.
She enjoyed making table cloths, bowling, and loved dancing.
She was predeceased by a sister Blanche Pelletier.
She is survived by two daughters Donna Kaczkowsky of Chesapeake, Virginia, and Ellen Dube of Poland Maine; two brothers Francis Leslie of California, and Paul Leslie of Massachusetts; and four grandchildren; and nieces, nephews, cousin, and friends.
There will be no visiting hours or funeral services at her request.
Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine.
Floyd A. Harkins, Jr., 63, of Clinton Maine, passed away at his home on Wednesday, October 6, 2004, at his home surrounded by his family.
He was born in Monarda, Maine on August 25, 1941, the son of Floyd A. Harkins, Sr., and Glenda (Osnoe) Harkins.
He is survived by his loving wife of 40 years Tammy L. Harkins of Clinton; his five children Scott Adam Harkins and his wife Heidi and their children Adam, Drew, and Nicholas of Florida, Floyd A. Harkins, III, and his wife Amy and their children Cameron, and Chase of Albion Maine, Lynwood Harkins and his fiancée Linda Cashman of
Albion Maine, Kristie (Harkins) Kinard and her husband Rob and their children Austen and Hanna of Florida, Justin James Harkins and his fiancée Kelly Johnson and their child Cooper of Clinton; his mother Glenda Campbell of Clinton; three sisters Judith Murchison, Lucille Folster, and Sandra Plourde; and several nieces, nephews,
cousins, and friends.
He was predeceased by his father Floyd A. Harkins, Sr.; two brothers Joseph Paul Harkins, and Hilary Norman Harkins; and his step-father James Campbell.
On January 11, 1962, he entered the United States Navy, and was honorably discharged with a Good Conduct Medal on May 10, 1966
He was employed by the Department of Labor as a systems analyst for 24 years.
Floyd was an avid fisherman, Red Sox fan, and enjoyed playing cribbage. He also loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
There will be no visiting hours.
A private graveside service will be held at Maplegrove Cemetery in Albion Maine at the convenience of the family.
Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, Fairfield Maine.
Ivan D. Crosby, 80, of Bingham Maine, passed away at his home on Tuesday October 5th, 2004. He was born in Albion Maine on October 11th, 1923, a son of Robert and Edna (Gerald) Crosby.
He served his country in the US Army during WWII.. In his early years he was employed by various construction companies in the central Maine area. In his later years he worked as a security guard at the Moscow Radar Station. He enjoyed the outdoors especially hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Florence (Albert) Crosby of Bingham, two step daughters, Vickie Allen and her husband, Clifford of Lagrange, Leona Pullyard and her husband, Jeff of Milo, two brothers in law, Wayne Albert of Clinton Maine and Leonard Albert and his wife, Patricia of
Tennessee, four grandchildren, Wayne Coro, Sara Philbrick, Nathan Doore and Shawn Pullyard as well as nieces, nephews and cousins.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday October 14th at 11am at the Greenlawn Rest Cemetery in Clinton Maine with Pastor Rodney Williams officiating and Leonard Albert assisting.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine.
Madeline B. Reid, 79, of Skowhegan, died Saturday, October 2, 2004, at Woodlawn Rehab & Nursing Center in Skowhegan Maine.
She was born September 23, 1925, in Waterville, a daughter of William and Aretha (Moore) Chase.
She graduated from Lawrence High School in Fairfield in 1943. She was employed as a secretary by Keyes in the 1940s and by Colby College in Waterville as secretary to the treasurer in the 1950s and 60s. She enjoyed astrology, painting, writing poetry and romance novels, singing, playing the piano,
gardening, and acting in local theatre productions.
She was predeceased by her husband, Dean A. Reid, who died October 27, 2000. They were married September 22, 1946. On December 6, 1985 she wrote him this poem:
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| To: My Beautiful Rose - Dean |
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| If I should go before you |
| To the other world abide, |
| Please cultivate our roses |
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Until you're at my side. |
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| Each rose which blooms would represent |
| Our love which grew and flourished, |
| Through sun and wind, |
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Though rain and strife, |
| 'til this old world should perish. |
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| Someday you'll cross the cham |
| To the mysterious other land, |
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Please bring along
a rosebud |
| To place within my hand. |
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| I LOVE YOU MY DARLING |
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She is survived by her son, Stephen A. Reid, of South Salem, New York and her daughter, Edith S. (Edy Sue) Tibbets of Vassalboro; her grandchildren Starr L. McDaniel of Oakland, Chad A. Beane of Fairfield, and Katrina N. Ramos of Waterville; her great-grandchildren Issac A., Kayla J., Garytt L., Aislinn
S., and Leighara G. McDaniel all of Oakland; her sister Edith C. Saunders and her brother William Chase both of Winston Salem, North Carolina; and her nieces and nephews.
A memorial gathering will be held on Wednesday, October 6th 2004, from 7 to 8:30 pm at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home 107 Main Street Fairfield Maine, where friends and family can share conversation of memories of Mrs. Reid. Burial will be private at Maplewood Cemetery in Fairfield Maine.
Ruth S. Jones, 102, formerly of South China Maine and a longtime resident of Mablehead, MA; died on Friday October 1, 2004 at the age of 102 years old at the Hunt Nursing & Retirement Home in Danvers, MA.
She was born in Nova Scotia, Canada, on April 21, 1902, a daughter of Harvey Newell Smith and Nina Malone Smith. She moved to this country when she was a young child.
She lived for several years in South China, Maine where she and her late husband, Francis Hoxie Jones operated a farm. After her husband’s death she moved to Marblehead, MA, where she worked at the High School as a secretary until her retirement in 1972.
She was a parishioner of St. Michael’s Church in Marblehead and was a member of the Massachusetts Mayflower Society, the Lily of the Valley Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star, and the Boynton-Webber Post, American Legion Auxiliary. She is survived by a nephew, Richard N. Smith
of Piscataway, NJ, and two nieces, Gwyneth Jensen of Deltona, Fl and Pamela Low of New London, NH..
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday October 6th at 9am, at the Dirigo Corner Cemetery, South China Maine with Pastor James Ferrone officiating.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home Gray Chapel, 207 Windsor Neck Road, Windsor, Maine
September 2004
Stephen (Steve) T. Knight, 44 of Winslow Maine, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday September 30, 2004 at Maine General Medical Center-Thayer Unit in Waterville Maine. Steve was born on October 21, 1959 in New Jersey, a son of Nathaniel and Alice (Erskine) Knight and grew
up in Winslow. He graduated from Winslow High School in 1978.
Steve worked for a very good friend, Mike Willette of Willette Construction Company for the past 7 years where he had been employed as a heavy machine operator. He really looked forward to all the weekend projects with the guys. He enjoyed camping, fishing, snowmobiling and
going up north. Steve lived his life to the fullest. He will be remembered by many wonderful friends.
Steve is predeceased by his father, Nathaniel (Sandy) Knight. He is survived by his mother, Alice (Beverly) Knight and her companion of 15 years, Frank Kent of Winslow, brother, Dusty and sister, Treasuer, 2 nephews, Chris and Adam, and many aunts and uncles.
Visiting hours will be on Friday October 8th 2004 from 6-8pm at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine. Steve will be laid to rest on Saturday October 9th 2004 at the Howard Cemetery, Augusta Road, Winslow Maine at 1pm.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Alice Beverly Knight, 329 Bassett Road Winslow, Maine 04901.
Gloria J. Laveway, 75, of Winslow Maine, died on Thursday September 30th, 2004 at the Maine Medical Center in Portland Maine. She was born on March 24, 1929, in Dover Foxcroft Maine, a daughter of Stanley J. and Ruth (Hatfield) Wiley.
She graduated from MCI in Pittsfield Maine. She was employed for a number of years by the New England Telephone Company. She enjoyed relaxing at the family camp on Moosehead Lake. She was an avid Bridge and Cribbage player who enjoyed life and will be remembered by many good
friends.
She is predeceased by her husband, Fredrick Laveway, who died on May 17, 2000.
She is survived by one son, Peter and wife, Janine and their children, Lindsey and Kathleen of Belfast Maine, daughter, Suzanne and husband, Michael and their children, Anthony and Dominic of Portland Maine, stepson, Michael and wife Pat and their children Ian and Michelle and
great grandchildren Jared and Gabriel all of Montana. Sister Kay Hanson and her husband Dick of Winthrop Maine, brother in law Donald Laveway and his wife, Delores of Ashland Maine, sister in law, Bernice Laveway of Presque Isle Maine, sister in law, Christina Laveway of Houlton Maine and many nieces and nephews.
She will also be remembered by her companion James Veilleux who thought of her as his special Miss Daisey.
Visiting hours will be on Sunday, October 3rd, from 4-7pm at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine. A mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Monday, October 4th, at 11am, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Winslow Maine. Committal prayers will
be recited on Wednesday, October 6th, at 1pm at the Chapel of the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Civic Center Drive in Augusta Maine.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine.
Randal C. Newton, of Fairfield Maine, died on September 28th, 2004 at Inland Hospital in Waterville Maine. He was born on June 25th, 1957 in Portland Maine, the son of Carlton and Beverly (Norton) Newton. He grew up in Pittsfield, Maine and graduated from MCI in 1975. He
went on to Maine Maritime Academy graduating in 1980 as a Licensed U.S. Merchant Marine Officer 3rd Assistant Engineer, specializing in Steam and Motor Vessels. He worked as a Merchant Marine for 12 years traveling to many parts of the world. For the last 8 years he worked for the Physical Plant Department
at Colby College in Waterville Maine.
Randy was predeceased this year by his sister, Rhonda Newton. He is also predeceased by his father Carlton E. Newton and his grandparents Calvin and Marjorie (Briggs) Norton and Wilbur and Ellen (DeCoster) Newton.
He leaves behind some very special friends, also his mother, Beverly Newton, of Pittsfield, his uncle Roderic Newton of Turner Maine, many cousins as well as his Colby co-workers and neighbors.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, October 5th at 11am in the Lorimer Chapel, Colby College Waterville, Maine, with Rev. Ronald E. Morrell, Sr., officiating. Burial will be at 3pm following the service at Bear Pond Cemetery, Route 19, Turner, Maine.
Donations may be made in his memory for the Research of the disease Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS our Lou Gerhig’s Disease) to Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Dr. Anthony Amato’s Research, Randal Newton Memorial, Checks should be made payable to Brigham and Women's Hospital
and should reference Anthony Amato, M.D. - ALS Research.
Mailing Address: Development Office
Attn: Cynthia Campbell
Brigham & Women's Hospital
116 Huntington Avenue - 5th Floor
Boston, MA 02116
Donations may also be made to the Fairfield Fire and Rescue, 15 Lawrence Avenue, Fairfield, Maine 04937.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield, Maine.
Christine A. Bessey, 83, of Albion Maine, passed away on Thursday morning, September 23, 2004, at a Waterville Maine Hospital.
She was born in Albion on October 8, 1920, a daughter of the late Charles C. and Mina G. (Tozier) Bessey.
She was a graduate of Besse High School, Albion Maine, class of 1939.
Christine was employed by Keyes Fiber Company in Waterville Maine for 40 years, and later was employed by the Kennebec County Sheriffs office for many years. She also was the animal control officer for the towns of Albion, China, Benton, and Freedom.
She was a member of the Albion Christian Church, was on the Board of Director’s for the Waterville Humane Society, was a member of the Sebasticook Riding Club, and the National Rifle Association.
Christine was an avid outdoor enthusiast, enjoying hunting, and fishing. She also enjoyed being involved with community activities.
Christine was a generous and caring neighbor, and friends to many members of her communities that she served.
She as predeceased by a sister Arlene G. Bessey.
Survivors include her brother Charles T. Bessey of Malden, MA.; a nephew Michael A. Bessey and his wife Christina, and grandnephews Joshua and Mattew Bessey all of Malden, MA.; a special cousin June C. Flye of Albion; and special care givers Josephine McLaughlin and Ingrid Stein,
R.N.
There will be no visiting hours.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, September 27th, at 2 pm at the Maplegrove Cemetery, Albion Maine, with the Rev. Timothy Murdoch officiating.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Humane Society Waterville Area, 120 Drummond Ave., Waterville, Maine 04901.
Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine.
Teresa L. McKechnie died peacefully September 20, 2004, at an Augusta Maine hospital.
She was born in Fairfield Maine, Dec. 16, 1921, the elder child of Ira O. and Alta (Tupper) Knox. She attended Fairfield schools graduating with the Class of 1939 from Lawrence High School.
On November 20, 1951, Teresa Knox married Lewis E. McKechnie. Lewis died December, 28, 1978.
She is survived by a special friend, Reginald Paradis; a brother Howard of Fairfield; a niece, Linda McKechnie Graham and remembered fondly by a cousin, Jane Pratt of Auburn Maine and a sister and brother in law, Geneva and Earl Luce of Farmington Maine and a friend Caroline
Crowell.
Teresa and Lewis enjoyed building their own home together on the Green Road in Fairfield. She resided there until recently due to ill health.
Teresa was an accomplished seamstress and enjoyed square dancing, country western dancing and traveling with her best friend Reggie. She was a 50 plus year member of the Victor Grange; a volunteer at Inland Hospital for 12 years; a member of RSVP; a member of the Fairfield United
Methodist Church and a volunteer a Muskie Center.
The friends of Teresa express with great appreciation the tireless hours given to Teresa by the staff at Glenridge Nursing Home and by her niece Linda Graham.
A celebration of her life will be held on Thursday, September 23rd, 2004 at 1:00 pm at the Fairfield United Methodist Church, Route 201, Fairfield Maine, with the Rev. Kristen Bjorn officiating..
In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Sacred Heart Soup Kitchen, 70 Pleasant Street, Waterville, Me 04901
Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine
The Reverend Martha Kenoyer Lamb, age 77, died at Maine General Rehabilitation and Nursing Care at Glenridge in Augusta, Maine on Friday, September 17th, 2004 of natural causes.
Born in Iowa, the Reverend Lamb grew up in Windsor, Maine. She graduated as valedictorian from Erskine Academy. She taught elementary school in Aroostook County during WWII, and married Elliot E. Lamb from South China, Maine in 1945. After graduating
from Goddard College with a BA in 1971, she completed her Master’s of Divinity at Union Theological Seminary in New York City in 1980.
For many years, Reverend Lamb assisted the Reverend Clayton Miller of the Union United Methodist Church in East Northport, New York. After completing her Master’s of Divinity in 1980, she was ordained as an Elder of the United Methodist Church and served
as Pastor from 1980 to 1990 at the Trinity United Methodist Church of City Island, New York. She was then appointed Pastor of the United Methodist Church on Staten Island from 1990 until her retirement.
Reverend Lamb is survived by her six children: Sandra Grady and Kathryn Lamb of Maine, Robert Lamb and Gerald Lamb of New Jersey, Douglas Lamb and Jennifer O’Connell of New York. She is also survived by six of her brothers and sisters: Joseph Kenoyer of
South Carolina, Helen Kenoyer Mosher, Ruth Kenoyer Polley, John Kenoyer, Alice Kenoyer Probert, and Charles Sisson of Maine, as well as eleven grandchildren; and a sister in-law Geraldine Kenneally. She was predeceased by her parents Annie Berry and Henry Everet Kenoyer, and her brothers Jean, Wynn, Robert Kenoyer and
ex-husband Elliot Lamb.
Visiting hours will be held at the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home-Gray Chapel, 207 Windsor Neck Road, Windsor Maine, on Friday, September 24th, 2004 from 5:30pm to 8:00 pm. Funeral service
will be held at the South China Community Church, Jones Road, South China Maine, on Saturday, September 25th, 2004 at 10:00 am, followed by a burial in the Chadwick Hill Cemetery, South China Maine.
In lieu of flowers, gifts may be sent in Reverend Lamb’s name to the Maine Alzheimer’s Association – Maine Chapter, 163 Lancaster St., Portland, Maine 04101, or to the “Glenridge Patient Activities Fund,” 40 Glenridge Drive, Augusta, Maine 04330.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home Gray Chapel, 207 Windsor Neck Road Windsor Maine.
Phyllis C. Hudson, 80, Benton Maine, died on Tuesday September 14, 2004 at MGMC- Thayer Unit in Waterville Maine.
She was born on March 21, 1924 in Skowhegan Maine, a daughter of Archie and Pearl Cromwell.
On March 31, 1951 she married John H. Hudson in Harmony Maine. For 30 years she owned and operated a beauty shop in Winslow Maine and Benton. She enjoyed off track horse racing as well as spending time with her grandchildren.
She is survived by her husband of 53 years, John H. Hudson of Benton, her children, Timothy Hudson of Vassalboro Maine and Patricia Hudson of Waterville Maine, her five grandchildren, Holly, Marissa, Hannah, Amy and Amber and three great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held on Monday, September 20th at 1pm at Maplewood Cemetery, Fairfield Maine.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine.
Carol Ann Davis, 65, of Benton Maine, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 12, 2004, at a Waterville Maine hospital.
She was born in Benton Maine on December 14, 1938, a daughter of the late Harry and Gladys (Richards) Davis.
She attended schools in Fairfield Maine, graduating from Lawrence High School, class of 1956.
In her early years she was employed as a waitress at Greenlaw’s Restaurant in Fairfield Maine, and was also employed by other area restaurants. She was also a wonderful homemaker.
Carol Ann was baptized at Shawmut Chapel in Shawmut, and sang in the choir. Later she became a member of the First Baptist Church in Fairfield where she also sang in the choir.
Carol Ann loved being with her family, especially her grandchildren, Stevi-Lynn Davis, a student at the University of Maine at Farmington Maine and Ashley Davis, Benton Maine. She loved family gatherings, and other related gathering with friends, where she would often be singing country
music. For several years she sang with Sonny Perry and the Northern Stars Country Band and sang at many local events. She also sang at weddings, anniversary party’s, clubs, and at local nursing homes. She enjoyed being a local entertainer. She enjoyed traveling to the coast. She had an extended family that she
truly enjoyed being with and that was the Ames family.
Carol Ann as a young child attended Pine Tree Camp in Rome Maine, and later became a volunteer and enjoyed counseling other children there as well. She also enjoyed volunteering and singing at the Muskie Center in Waterville.
She was predeceased by a brother Douglas Davis; and two sisters Minnie Rodrigue, and Barbara Gilley; and a special Brother in-law Leland Gilley.
Survivors include her son Mark Davis and his wife Tammy of Benton; a daughter Laurie Davis of Benton; two grandchildren, Stevi-Lynn Davis, a student at the University of Maine at Farmington, and Ashley Davis of Benton; her six siblings Shirley Emery of Waterville, Betty Crommett of Fairfield, Lawrence Davis of Fairfield, William Davis and his wife Sheila of Oakland Maine, Dean Davis and his wife
Sandra of Shawmut, and June Ames and her husband Eddie of Fairfield; a special sister in-law Gail Davis of Fairfield, and sister in-law Susie Davis of Shawmut; a brother in-law Raymond Rodrigue of Waterville; and special friends Rita Low of Benton, and Sonny Perry of Waterville; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and
friends.
A memorial visitation will be held on Thursday, September 16th, from 2-4 and 6-8 pm, at Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield. A celebration of her life will be held on Friday, September 17th, at 11 am, at the First Baptist Church on Newhall Street in Fairfield
with the Rev. David Johnston officiating.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in her memory may be made to the Pine Tree Camp, 125 John Roberts Road, South Portland, ME 04106.
John D. Clark, 83, of Clinton Maine, passed away on Thursday, September 9, 2004, at a Waterville hospital.
He was born in Summerfield, N.B. Canada on July 14, 1921, the son of the late John D. and Catherine Clark.
On August 4, 1942, he married the former Crystal L. McKay, and together have shared 62 years of marriage.
On January 17, 1945, he entered the U.S. Army and served in Okinawa, and Japan. He was honorably discharged on August 20, 1946, with the rank of Private First Class.
He was a member of the American Legion in Unity serving as past commander. He was also a member of the Central Lodge #45, A.F. & A.M. in China Maine.
In his early years he owned and operated a dairy farm. Later, he became employed by Carter Milling in Fairfield Maine, and for more than 20 years he was employed by Ethan Allen now Pride manufacturing. He retired in 2001 at the age of 80.
He enjoyed tinkering around the house and being with his family.
He was predeceased by a son Carroll Clark in 1973; and three brothers George Clark, Ralph Green, and Carleton Green.
Survivors include his wife of 62 years Crystal L. Clark of Clinton Maine; two sons Larry Clark and his wife Soon of Billings, Montana, and Randy Clark and his wife Cindy of Clinton; three brothers Glenn Clark and his wife Vivian, Francis Clark, and Leslie Clark and his wife Carol all of
Albion Maine; two grandsons Kent Clark of New Hampshire, and Randy Clark, II, of Winslow Maine; two granddaughters Kristy Osborne of New Hampshire, and Tammy Mangan of Maryland; a step grandson Jonathan Tibbetts of Clinton; several great grandchildren; daughter in-law Helen Clark of Maryland, and a sister in-law Mary McKay of
Waterville Maine; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
There will be no visiting hours.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, September 14th, at 1 pm at Greenlawn Rest Cemetery in Clinton Maine.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Central Lodge # 45, Building Fund, Main Street, China Village, ME 04926.
Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main Street, Fairfield Maine.
Florence Rebecca Turner Howe, 78, of Detroit Maine, passed away at her home on Friday September 3rd, 2004 after living with pancreatic cancer for more than two years.
Born May 3rd, 1926 in Palermo, Maine daughter of Preston and Vonnie Brann Turner.
She married George Howe on May 17, 1942 just two weeks after her 16th birthday and a few weeks prior to his joining the Army Air Force. On his return from WW II they moved to their home in Detroit where she lived the remainder of her life.
Her husband George in 1989, her parents, a daughter, Gale Ellen in 1949, brother Oral Brann and a sister Marcia Bedell predeceased Florence.
She survived by her children and grandchildren, Wallace and his wife Ginger, Tarentum PA, Richard of Detroit, Jerry and wife Debbie from Troy Maine, Sharon Curtis and husband Jerry, Gardiner, Grace Rackliff and husband Donald of Unity Maine. 10 grandchildren and 13 great
grandchildren also survive her. She was looking forward too having a new great grandchild in March
Also surviving are sisters, Shirley Warren, Dexter
