Obituaries

• Loy M. Linscott Jr., obituary

  Thu, 01/14/2021 - 3:30pm

  

  ROCKLAND — With sorrow, tears, and broken hearts the family of Loy Milton Linscott Jr. announces his unexpected passing following a sudden illness on Thursday, December 24, 2020, at PenBay Medical Center in Rockport. Loy was 78 years old and a husband of 61 years to Donna (Cross) Linscott. He was loved and will always live on in her heart. Born December 30, 1941 in Rockland to Loy and Dorothy (Ryan) Linscott Sr., he was educated in local schools and for a time attended Rockland High School. In...

• Charles G. Michaud II, obituary

  Wed, 01/13/2021 - 12:45pm

  

  SEARSPORT — Charles G. Michaud II, 58, of Searsport, passed away on January 5, 2021 in Belfast. After years of health issues and surrounded by the three women who loved him most in this world, Charliy moved on to a better place. Charliy was born on February 20, 1960 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, to the late Charles G. Michaud and Odessia Virginia Meadows. He was a 1980 graduate of Lee Academy and a graduated from job corps. Charliy ventured to Rockwood to make a new life for himself. He worked...

• Frances D. Bortz, obituary

  Tue, 01/12/2021 - 6:15pm

  

  SEARSMONT — Frances D. Bortz died peacefully at her home here, Friday, December 18, 2020 after a short illness, surrounded by her family with her son, Richard, by her side. Born April 19, 1931 in Washington, DC, she was the daughter of Major General Howard C. Davidson, USAF retired, and Mary Patterson Davidson. She graduated from the Madeira School and Bennett Junior College and spent most of her adult life taking care of her family. Predeceased by her husband, Richard F. Bortz, whom she...

• Michael Burke, notice

  Tue, 01/12/2021 - 12:30pm

  MONROE — Michael Burke, 55, of Monroe, Maine died unexpectedly on Monday, January 4, 2021. He is survived by his sister, Michelle Bryant, of Monroe; and his mother, Marion Burke, of Belfast. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at ripostafh.com

• Neil R. Robbins, obituary

  Mon, 01/11/2021 - 3:45pm

  

  APPLETON — Neil R. Robbins, age 90, passed away Friday, January 8, 2021, from a long time illness of COPD at the Sussman House in Rockport, Maine. Neil was born in Appleton on March 11, 1930 to Robie and Frances (Kenney) Robbins. Neil attended the Appleton Village School. He married Christine Philbrook on May 12, 1951. In the early years of their marriage, he built their home where they have resided their entire married life. As the grandchildren arrived, Neil was known as “Pa” and that carried...

• Robert M. Jones Sr., obituary

  Mon, 01/11/2021 - 3:30pm

  

  ROCKPORT — Robert M. Jones, Sr., (Bob), 89, passed away peacefully at the Sussman House in Rockport, December 28, 2020. Born in Union, February 1, 1931, he was the only child of Miles L. and Lois Hay Jones. Bob grew up in Union and attended local schools before joining his father in the logging industry. It was said he could load a train car with pulp wood faster than anyone in his day! Bob married Lucille Quin on April 20, 1951. He was drafted into the Army in 1953 and served at Fort Bragg,...

• Robert O. Demers, obituary

  Mon, 01/11/2021 - 3:30pm

  

  MONTVILLE — Robert O. Demers, 85, of Montville passed away on January 8th, 2021, surrounded by his beloved family. He was born in Manchester, New Hampshire on August 25, 1935. Robert was a hardworking man throughout his whole life — even filling two job positions throughout his long battle with cancer. You may remember him working for the Town of Montville or driving for Waldo County Transportation. Or even from his earlier years while working as a Heavy Equipment Operator for the Union Local #...

• John E. Winsper, obituary

  Fri, 01/08/2021 - 3:15pm

  

  HOPE — John E. Winsper, 69, of Hope, Maine, passed away Friday, Nov. 6, 2020 after years of declining health. John was born Aug. 21, 1951 in New Bedford, Massachusetts, to the late Joseph A. Winsper and Elsie R. (Costa) Winsper. John fondly remembered the time he spent living on Martha's Vineyard after attending Stonehill College. The slower pace and beauty of coastal Maine led him to purchase land in Hope in 1978, which he called home for the next 40 years. John was a talented and hardworking...

• Eleanor R. Wood, obituary

  Wed, 01/06/2021 - 6:45pm

  

  Eleanor Rose Wood, 88, passed away on January 2, 2021 at her home. Eleanor was born on June 7, 1932 in Franklinville, New Jersey to the late William and Anna Deschler. She spent time working as a glass fabricator prior to marriage. Eleanor and her husband, Alfred, spent countless hours volunteering. She volunteered with CEF, The Good News Clubs, Edison Nursing Home and helped run a summer camp for kids. Eleanor was predeceased by her husband, Alfred, who passed away in 2020; by her grandson...

• Chester S. Merrifield, obituary

  Wed, 01/06/2021 - 6:30pm

  

  WALDOBORO — Chester Stillman Merrifield, 89, passed away January 5, 2021 at Cove’s Edge in Damariscotta. He was born August 12, 1931, in Porter, to Fred and Evelyn (Rounds) Merrifield. He graduated from Porter High School in 1950. Chester served in the U.S. Air Force as an Aircraft Mechanic during the Korean War. In 1955, he attended Gorham State Teachers College where he met his wife, Elise Karner, and they got married in 1957. He graduated in 1959. He started work as a teaching principal for...

• Constance Raynes Johnston, obituary

  Wed, 01/06/2021 - 6:30pm

  

  WASHINGTON — Constance Raynes Johnston, 97, beloved mother, grandmother, great and great-great grandmother, passed away December 27 from complications after a fall in early December. She was born February 8, 1923 in Augusta, Maine, the daughter of Nathan and Marjorie (Carey) Raynes. She looked forward to being in God’s loving care. Connie grew up in Augusta, graduating from Cony High School in 1941. A friend introduced her to Talbot Johnston at the Windsor Fair, and after a brief courtship,...

• Ann J. Wallace, obituary

  Wed, 01/06/2021 - 1:45pm

  

  THOMASTON — Ann Jeanne Wallace, 86, passed away peacefully with her family by her side in the comfort of her home overlooking the St. George River that she so loved on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. Ann was born on August 20, 1934 in Martinsville, Maine and was the youngest of 15 children born to parents Oscar and Ethel Wilson Stanley. Ann grew up in Martinsville and attended local schools. Ann met the love of her life, Raymond Wallace Sr., and they were married on June 13, 1951. Ann and Ray would...

• John J. Duffy, obituary

  Tue, 01/05/2021 - 4:45pm

  

  CUSHING — John Joseph Duffy, 86, passed away Monday, January 4, 2021, at 5:30 a.m., at the Sussman House in Rockport, after fighting a number of health issues. Born July 13, 1934 in Chicago, Illinois to Thomas P. and Anne (Walsh) Duffy. He would go on to graduate from Boston College, and serve as an officer in the US Navy, stationed in California and at the Panama Canal. On May 23, 1980 John married Linda (Menschick). Being a New Englander, he loved the ocean, sailing, motoring his boat up the...

• Frances Baker, obituary

  Tue, 01/05/2021 - 12:30pm

  

  JERSEY CITY, New Jersey — Frances Baker, 106, of Jersey City, New Jersey, died on December 29, 2020. Frances was born on April 4, 1914 in Cushing, Maine to parents Ernest Crute and Olivia Wallace Crute. Frances was born and raised in Cushing, Maine. When she was an adult she moved to New Jersey where she was employed as a seamstress and raised her family. Frances enjoyed taking day trips in the car with her family to different places in Maine as well as in Florida and to historical sites in New...

• Gary Michael Leach, service and obituary

  Tue, 01/05/2021 - 12:15pm

  

  A Celebration of the Life of Gary M. Leach, will be held Saturday, January 16, 2021, from 2 to 4 p.m., at the Winslow-Holbrook-Merritt American Legion Post No. 1, 336 Limerock Street, Rockland. To see a full obituary or leave a condolence, please visit Gary’s Book of Memories at www.bchfh.com . UNION — Gary Michael Leach, 75, passed away unexpectedly at his home on December 8, 2020. Gary was born May 2, 1945 in Union to Allen and Hope Leach. He was raised in Union and...

• Bebe P. Waterman, obituary

  Mon, 01/04/2021 - 3:45pm

  

  SOUTH THOMASTON — Bebe P. Waterman, 88, passed peacefully Wednesday, December 23, 2020, in the comfort of her home and surrounded by the love of her family. Born in East Union, May 8, 1932, she was the daughter of Lloyd L. and Winona A. Gould Brown. Bebe grew up in East Union, attended local schools and was a graduate of Camden High School. She lived a brief time in Spruce Head, where she met her future husband Robert Waterman. They were married at Spruce Head, June 10, 1957. Being a devoted...

• Joan A. Ober, obituary

  Mon, 01/04/2021 - 3:45pm

  

  ROCKPORT — Joan A. Ober, 83, died peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, Monday, December 28, 2020 at the Sussman Hospice House in Rockport. Born in Hartford, Connecticut, she was the oldest of nine children born to Carl and Doris White Rival. In 1950 Joan moved with her family to Islesboro where she attended school. In 1952 at the tender age of 15, Joan married her soul-mate, Leland Ober. Together they made their home on the Island and Joan devoted her time to raising her young family...

• Andrew D. Benner, obituary

  Mon, 01/04/2021 - 12:45pm

  

  ST. GEORGE — Andrew Duane Benner, 68, passed away on Monday, December 21, 2020 while in the Intensive Care Unit at Maine Medical Center in Portland. Andrew’s wife, Catherine “Kitzi” Benner was at his side. Born December 26, 1951 in Rockland, at the former Knox Hospital, to Lloyd and Gertrude (Breen) Benner, he lived most of his life in St. George and Cushing, was educated in local schools, and was a graduate of the former Georges Valley High School, class of 1970. Following High School, Andrew...

• Royce A. Carroll, obituary

  Sat, 01/02/2021 - 2:45pm

  

  ROCKPORT – Royce A. Carroll, 86, went home to be with his Lord, Tuesday, December 29, 2020, in the comfort of his home, with his beloved wife of 66 years at his side. Born in Rockport, October 31, 1934, Royce grew up in West Rockport. He attended local schools and was a 1954 graduate of Rockport High School. As a teen, he enjoyed Scouting as a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 214 in Rockport. Royce married the ‘Love of his life’ , Dorothy L. Staples, at the Rockport Baptist Church, August 8...

• Leslie A. Steeves, obituary

  Thu, 12/31/2020 - 4:30pm

  CAMDEN — On December 28, 2020, Leslie Allen Steeves “Porker” passed away peacefully and comfortably at his residence, Bella Point, in Camden. Born in Rockland, Maine on April 7, 1945. Leslie “Porker” was the son of Charles Steeves and Edna R. Lathrop – Steeves. From a young age Porker learned that hard work created success, after working for Rockland Ford as a mechanic for over 30 years! Leslie also known as “Porker” worked out of a long-term friend’s garage also helping work on his dump trucks...

• Melvin A. Wadsworth, obituary

  Wed, 12/30/2020 - 12:45pm

  

  SEARSMONT — Melvin A. Wadsworth, 89, passed away December 25, 2020 at his home in Searsmont. He was born in Windsor, Maine to Edward M. and Alice (Smith) Wadsworth on March 14, 1931. Melvin served in the U.S. Army from 1953 – 1955 and after an honorable discharge worked as a woodsman throughout most of his life. He also ran the store in Appleton Village, worked at Tannery in Camden for many years, and oversaw the family homestead and chicken farm. Melvin married Erminie Hickman and together...

• Dake ‘Ian’ Collins, obituary

  Wed, 12/30/2020 - 12:30pm

  

  LIBERTY — Dake “Ian” Collins of Liberty, Maine, died peacefully December 5, 2020. He was born Friday, September 13, 1946 in Rochester, New York. In the 80 and 90s, as Economic and Community Development Director, Dake helped to stimulate the revitalization of the City of Rockland by writing and managing implementation numerous grants to fund and attract small businesses to the city and to renovate many low-income residences. He served on the boards of the Midcoast Mental Health Center and the...

• Wilbur ‘Bill’ C. Weeks, obituary

  Wed, 12/30/2020 - 12:30pm

  

  Wilbur “Bill” C. Weeks, 95, formerly of Owls Head, passed away at Windward Gardens in Camden on Christmas afternoon. He was born on May 1, 1925 in Orono, Maine, the son of Donald and Natalie (Vaughn) Weeks. Bill was a graduate of Morse High School in Bath, a member of the class of 1943. Following high school, he enlisted in the United States Maritime Service serving as a Merchant Marine in WWII. After the war, he earned his B.S. degree in Forestry from the University of Maine in 1950. After...

• Raymond L. Wallace, obituary

  Tue, 12/29/2020 - 12:45pm

  

  OWLS HEAD — Raymond (Ray) L. Wallace, 78, passed peacefully into his Heavenly Home, Friday, December 18, 2020, after an extended battle with Alzheimer’s disease, at Windward Gardens in Camden. Born in Rockland, December 18, 1942, he was the only child of Leland and Emma Maloney Wallace. Ray began school in a one room schoolhouse in Montville Maine and later graduated from Rockland High School, class of 1961. On May 25, 1963, Ray married Alice Cole. Together they raised four children and were...

• Jerry B. Sharp, obituary

  Tue, 12/29/2020 - 12:30pm

  

  ROCKLAND — Jerry Buxton Sharp, 85 years of age, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on December 25, 2020. Jerry is survived by his wife Gloria Sharp (Esancy) who he loved dearly for 42 years; his loving sister, Janet Marshall; and his five children, Scott Sharp and wife Gina, Nick Sharp and wife Christina, Robyn Messier, Mike Kee and wife Kathy, Chris Kee and his wife Lisa. He absolutely adored his 13 grandchildren, Ciara, Wade, Nate, Brendan, Gabbie, Graedy, Kaeden, Emmie, Desirae, Kate,...

• Eugene Ernest, obituary

  Mon, 12/28/2020 - 8:00pm

  

  Gene Ernest was known as many things – Navy vet, business manager, husband, father and grandfather; sailor, golfer, bowler, runner, biker, paddle sportsman, camper, competitive swimmer, community volunteer and more. But most people knew him as Captain Gene. Gene took his final voyage Dec. 18th, dying in Rockport surrounded by family members following a very brief illness. Eugene Ernest was born May 26, 1931, the eldest child of Charles E. and Alva (Holgren) Ernest, in Hackensack, N.J. He grew...

• Jewell Stone Silveria, obituary

  Mon, 12/28/2020 - 6:00pm

  

  PORT CLYDE — Jewell Stone Silveria, 92, died peacefully, following a period of declining health, and a long struggle with dementia, Sunday, December 27, 2020 at Quarry Hill in Camden. Born in Port Clyde, August 16, 1928, she was the daughter of Roscoe Larkin and Hester Simmons. As a young girl she grew up in Port Clyde was educated in St. George Schools. A friend and neighbor, Carol Oliveri Schulte, in her book, Ghosts on the Coast of Maine, described Jewell to a tee. She said, “Jewell carries...

• James E.  Hayden, Sr., notice

  Mon, 12/28/2020 - 5:45pm

  ISLESBORO — James E. Hayden, Sr., 74, husband of Elizabeth Hayden, of Islesboro, died on Sunday, December 27, 2020 at Pen Bay Medical Center. A complete obituary will be published later. Condolences may be shared with the family at www.longfuneralhome.com . Arrangements are with the Long Funeral Home & Cremation Service, 9 Mountain Street, Camden.

• Beverly J. Shaw, obituary

  Mon, 12/28/2020 - 5:45pm

  

  DOVER, NH — Beverly J. Shaw, formerly of Rockland, Maine, died peacefully, December 25, 2020 at Riverside Rest Home in Dover, New Hampshire. Born in Rockland, December 13, 1930, she was the daughter of Leon and Marion Huntley Fickett. Educated in Rockland, she was a graduate of Rockland High School, class of 1949. She later worked as a legal secretary in the 1950’s. On January 27, 1956, Beverly married Edward W. Shaw in Rockland. Together they made their home there until Mr. Shaw’s passing in...

• Dr. Peter Jollie, obituary

  Mon, 12/28/2020 - 5:45pm

  

  BELFAST, Maine/HUDSON, Massachusetts — Doc Jollie passed away comfortably at Sterling Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center on December 17 , 2020, of what he would have diagnosed as, “one too many birthdays.” Peter MacFarlane Oswald Jollie was born in Pateley Bridge, England on April 28, 1930 to Dr. Andrew Oswald Jollie and Annie MacFarlane (Dickson) Jollie of Edenborough, Scotland. Like most English boys, Peter enjoyed playing sports growing up. He excelled in both rugby and cricket, later...

• David A. Johnson, obituary

  Mon, 12/28/2020 - 12:45pm

  

  David Arthur Johnson died at his home on Tuesday, December 22, 2020, surrounded by loving family, at the age of eighty two. He was born June 21, 1938 in Morrill, Maine, the son of Maurice and Marion (Bibber) Johnson. Dave began work at a young age delivering the milk with his father. When he was 12 he was pulled over by the police for driving the milk truck and had to go to court. He graduated from Crosby High School in 1956 and soon began working at Grant’s Dairy. In 1967 Dave was hired at...

• Carol Rhodes, obituary

  Mon, 12/28/2020 - 12:45pm

  

  WASHINGTON — Carol Rhodes, 56, left her earthly home on December 22, 2020, surrounded by her loved ones, to meet her beloved Saviour after a short battle with cancer. Born in Belfast Hospital on July 24, 1964, Carol was raised in Lincolnville, and then Hope by her parents Robert and Judith (Warren) Carle. At 6 years old, Easter Sunday 1970, Carol trusted Christ as her Saviour –beginning a love relationship that lasted her lifetime. Carol began her passion for horsemanship with four sturdy...

• David R. Ball, obituary

  Thu, 12/24/2020 - 12:45pm

  

  ROCKPORT — David Richard Ball, 66, passed peacefully into heaven at his home on Sunday, December 20, 2020 from metastatic melanoma. Born March 12, 1954 in New Milford, Connecticut to Richard L. and Beatrice (Mosher) Ball, he spent his childhood in Rockland and Harpswell before his family moved to Camden in 1967. Over the years David worked as a scallop fisherman, building contractor, a certified building inspector with NACHI certification (National Association Certified Home Inspector), and a...

• Elizabeth Carney Simms, obituary

  Thu, 12/24/2020 - 12:45pm

  

  THOMASTON — Elizabeth Ann Carney Simms, 65, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at Penbay Medical Center in Rockport. Born May 10, 1955 in Rockland to Malcolm and Anna (Mudryk) Carney, she was raised in Thomaston, educated in local schools, and graduated from Georges Valley High School as a member of the Class of 1973. Following high school, she attended Mr. Bernard’s School of Hair Fashion in Lewiston and became a licensed cosmetologist. For more than...

• Edith D. Dondis, obituary

  Tue, 12/22/2020 - 2:30pm

  

  ROCKLAND — Edith D. Dondis, age 100, passed away peacefully in her family home on December 21, 2020. Edith, one of nine children, was born to James and Ida Pollock Dondis on June 13, 1920. Edith was a pillar of strength and has always lived her life as a strong, independent woman, even at a time when it wasn’t fashionable to do so. As a young woman Edie served our country in WWII as the first enlisted Rockland girl in the Waves. Edith went on to study retail/fashion at Chamberlain College in...

• Jolene G. Long, obituary

  Tue, 12/22/2020 - 2:30pm

  

  ST. GEORGE — Jolene Gloria Long, 55, lost her courageous battle with cancer December 17, 2020. Jolene was born at Knox General Hospital, in Rockland, on September 29, 1965, to Joseph Austin Long and Josephine Louise Cushman. She was raised in St. George and attended local schools. Jolene was a social butterfly with a warm, welcoming smile. Her magical personality could light up any room. Her laughter was contagious, and her beautiful soul filled with immeasurable love. Music made her feel; she...

• Zachary M. Winpenny, obituary

  Mon, 12/21/2020 - 5:15pm

  

  UNION — Zachary Michael Winpenny, aka Zak, Winny, and Chicken Nugget, left this world too soon on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was only 17. Born in Vancouver, Washington, he was the beloved son of Michelle Abbotoni and Charles "Loc" Winpenny. Zak moved to Maine when he was six months old. As a youngster he attended local schools, participating in the gifted and talented program, and a winning Lego robotics team. A talented and competitive...

• Elizabeth A. Simms, obituary

  Mon, 12/21/2020 - 3:00pm

  THOMASTON — Elizabeth Ann Simms, 65, wife of Jeffrey Simms, passed away on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at Penbay Medical Center in Rockport. A full obituary and service information will be published at a later date. To share a memory or condolence with Elizabeth’s family, please visit their Book of Memories at bchfh.com Arrangements are in the care of Burpee, Carpenter & Hutchins Funeral Home, 110 Limerock Street, Rockland.

• George M. Myers, Jr., obituary

  Sat, 12/19/2020 - 6:15pm

  

  CAMDEN — George M. Myers Jr., born June 21, 1954, went home December 11, 2020. Our family would like to share the loss of our Dad/Papa/Bampy/Husband/Son/Brother. He leaves behind many who will miss him dearly including his mom, Euretta Myers; his wife, Elaine Myers; his children Sonya Myers (1st born) and her husband Ken Cote, Kala Myers French (The Dreamer) and her husband Jeffrey French, and youngest Whitney Myers (Whittlebug) and her fiancé Dallas Roberts; his grandchildren Ashley-Mae...

• Judy Beck, obituary

  Fri, 12/18/2020 - 3:45pm

  

  Judy Beck passed into the presence of her Lord Jesus where there is “fullness of joy and pleasures forevermore (Ps. 16:11),” peacefully at home on December, 17, 2020. She was 81. Judy was born May 4, 1939 in Waldoboro Maine. She loved Jesus and her eternal hope rested in Him. She was the eighth of nine children born to Percy and Bertha Moody. She was a graduate of Waldoboro High School and she also received a degree from Fisher Junior College in Boston, Massachusetts where she studied to be a...

• Kimberly A. Curtis, obituary

  Fri, 12/18/2020 - 3:45pm

  

  OWLS HEAD — Kimberly Ann Curtis, 50, beloved daughter, mother, sister, partner, and friend to many, left this world too soon, Thursday, December 10, 2020. Born in Camden, March 18, 1970, she was one of four children born to Ed and Carol Curtis. Kimmi was raised in Midcoast Maine, where she attended the Owl’s Head Central School and Rockland District Junior High. She graduated from Rockland District High School in 1988, and after went on to live quite an adventurous life. She moved to Islesboro...

• Margaret P. Brown, obituary

  Wed, 12/16/2020 - 6:30pm

  

  Margaret P. (Kezal) Brown died in Auburn, Maine Tuesday, December 1, 2020, due to complications of COVID 19. She was born in Rumford, Maine on Sep. 27, 1928, to Annie and Michael G. Kezal, Sr.; attended schools in Rumford, and graduated from Stephens High School with the class 1947. Upon graduation, she began work at the Oxford Paper Company; and when her father passed away the following year, she accepted the responsibility of supporting her mother and five younger siblings. Margaret married...

• Sylvia M. Harjula, obituary

  Tue, 12/15/2020 - 4:00pm

  THOMASTON — Sylvia M. Harjula, 86, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Thursday, December 10, 2020, at Maine Medical Center in Portland, following a brief illness. Born in Quincy, Massachusetts, June 29, 1934, she was the daughter of Arthur E. And Laura M. (Aalto) Harjula. She began school in Quincy and after moving to Thomaston with her family in 1949, graduated from Thomaston High School with the class of 1952. She later attended Elim Bible Institute in Lima, New York. Throughout her...

• Sharon Johnson Bartlett, obituary

  Tue, 12/15/2020 - 3:15pm

  WESTBROOK — Sharon Johnson Bartlett, of Westbrook, passed away December 11 after a long illness. Sharon was born June 3, 1945 in Hope, Maine, the daughter of Crosby and Helen (Meservey) Johnson. She grew up in Appleton where she graduated from Appleton High School. Sharon loved her family and friends as well as the companionship of her two cats. She enjoyed music and dancing. She was predeceased by her infant son, Wesley Paul; a brother, Ted Johnson; and sister, Pauline Hill. She is survived by...

• Patricia G. Lane, obituary

  Mon, 12/14/2020 - 2:00pm

  

  HOPE — Patricia G. ‘Pat’ Lane, 84, died peacefully at home, Thursday, December 10, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. She was born in New Jersey, March 29, 1936 to Louis and Florence Singer Smith. Patricia started her life in Maine at an early age. On March 25, 1968, Patricia married Adelbert Lane in Rockland. This is where they spent the rest of their life. At an early age, Patricia began work at O’Hara Fish Plant where she became one of the fastest red fish cutters. The conveyor belt...

• Louisa T. Akselsen, obituary

  Mon, 12/14/2020 - 1:15pm

  Louisa Tilton Akselsen, 91, died peacefully in her sleep on Tuesday, December 8, 2020. Louisa was born in Billerica, Massachusetts and raised in North Billerica, she was the only child of Elmer R. and Louisa K. Tilton. She graduated as valedictorian of Howe High, from Boston University with a degree in foreign languages and received her Master’s Degree in Library Science from Simmons College. During this time, she met her future husband, Hans Akselsen, and later raised a family with him in...

• Virginia R. ‘Ginny’ Morehouse, obituary

  Mon, 12/14/2020 - 1:00pm

  

  SOUTH THOMASTON — Virginia R. “Ginny” Morehouse, 89, of Maine, and formerly of Perrysburg, Ohio, passed away Thursday, December 10, 2020, at the Knox Center, Rockland. Ginny was born October 25, 1931 to Martin and Mary (Sattler) Haas Sr., in Perrysburg, Ohio. She had worked for Lime City Market, retiring in 1969. In fact, it was the market where she would meet her future husband Donald. She married Donald E. Morehouse at St. Rose Catholic Church in Perrysburg on October 5, 1957. Ginny and...

• Dorothy A. Thompson, obituary

  Mon, 12/14/2020 - 1:00pm

  

  SEARSPORT — Dorothy Ada Thompson, 95, passed away peacefully into the arms of her Lord and Savior, surrounded by her loving family, on December 7, 2020 at her home in Searsport. Dot was born on December 1, 1925, in Waltham, Massachusetts. Her childhood was spent outside of Boston in many different towns. Dot attended The University of New Hampshire where she earned a bachelor's degree in mathematics. She was intelligent and had the privilege to work on the first computers at MIT. In between...

• Evelyn C. Porter, obituary

  Sun, 12/13/2020 - 9:00am

  

  MONROE — Evelyn C. Porter, 93, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on December 10, 2020, at her home in Monroe. She was born on November 29, 1927, in Monroe, Maine, daughter of Jasper Curtis and Mildred (Smith-Curtis) Benner. In addition to her parents, Evelyn was predeceased by her husband Francis, sisters Arline and Janice, brothers Albert and Ernest, and beloved son Robert (Bobby). Evelyn is survived by one sister, Joyce; two sisters-in-law, Ann and Brenda; six devoted...

• Jeffrey A. Jones, obituary

  Sat, 12/12/2020 - 9:00pm

  

  OWLS HEAD & CRIEHAVEN — Jeffrey A. Jones, 50, passed away peacefully after a year long battle with cancer. He leaves behind his sons, Benjamin and Carter, and their mother, Anne Edmands, of Owls Head. During his illness he lived with and was cared for by his mother, Frances Stone Jones, of Owls Head. He had the support of his Aunt Jessie Stone, Uncle Charles Stone also of Owls Head; his father Jeffrey Jones Sr. and his wife Nancy, of Bangor; siblings Leah of Providence, Rhode Island, and...

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