Fri, 06/19/2026 - 9:30am

Wayne L. Woodbury

BELMONT — Wayne L. Woodbury, 76, of Belmont, passed away on June 14, 2026, in Portland. He was born in Camden, Maine on March 8, 1950, the son of Lloyd and Roberta (Achorn) Woodbury. He entered the Bath Iron Works Apprentice program upon graduating for Belfast Area High School in 1968. Wayne married the love of his life, Rosie, that same year.

He was a member of the BIW fire brigade and had earned many training certificates, including high-angle rescue. Wayne dedicated over 60 years to volunteering as a firefighter in both Belmont and Searsmont, where he was the assistant fire chief.

Wayne was an active outdoorsman. He had an appreciation for wildlife and nature and was often found working in his orchards. He was a lifelong fisherman – open water and ice fishing. Wayne spent many hours in his workshop in the winter months creating gifts for his friends and for charity. In the mornings around 9 a.m. you could find him visiting at Ames Farm Equipment for morning coffee and sweets with his friend James. One of his favorite dishes was a classic boiled dinner. His other love is his two mischievous cats, whose names and stories became legendary at Maine Medical Center during his stay. Wayne was a gentle man and loved his friends, community and Maine.

He was predeceased by his parents, and his wife in 2018.

The family wishes to express profound gratitude to the medical team at Maine Medical Center, who cared for Wayne not just with skill, but with a love and compassion that touched our hearts deeply. The gifts they carry as nurses and doctors and so generously share with their patients are a true blessing, and our family is forever grateful.

For friends and family, we were deeply moved by the support and love that has been poured out to Wayne and our family. It is a true gift of love and encouragement. Thank you.

A memorial service will be held Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at 1 p.m., at Belfast Area High School, 25 Lions Way, Belfast, Maine 04915.

Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.ripostafh.com.