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In Flanders Fields
Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, MD (1872-1918)
Canadian Army
In
Flanders Fields the poppies blow
Between
the crosses row on row,
That
mark our place; and in the sky
The
larks, still bravely singing, fly
Scarce
heard amid the guns below.
We
are the Dead. Short days ago
We
lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow,
Loved
and were loved, and now we lie
In
Flanders fields.
Take
up our quarrel with the foe:
To
you from failing hands we throw
The
torch; be yours to hold it high.
If
ye break faith with us who die
We
shall not sleep, though poppies grow
In
Flanders fields.
Annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony
in Sabattus
Hosted by American Legion Harry J
Conway Post 135
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Rosaire Delorme August
9, 1933 – March 22, 2024 Florida - Rosaire Joseph
Delorme, 90, of Homosassa, FL, peacefully passed away on March 22, 2024 as the results of Alzheimer’s. Rosaire was born on
August 09, 1933 to George Delorme and Alice Carrier
in Sabattus, Maine. In 1953, Rosaire joined the
United States Army and was sent to Korea. After separating from the Army,
Rosaire started a career in the automotive industry as an auto body mechanic.
He married Irene Cecile Raymond in 1956 in Lewiston, Maine. Irene preceded him in death
in 2014. Rosaire and Irene had 7 children, Simonne of Auburn, Anita deceased
in 2016, Roland of Greene, Bert deceased in 2000, Leo of Lisbon, Marcel of
Homosassa, Florida, and Georgette of Providence, Rhode Island. Rosaire is also survived by
his brother Joseph (Gloria) of Sabattus and his sister Theresa Morneault of
Sabattus. And numerous grandchildren, nieces and
nephews. He was a member of The
American Legion, Post 135 of Sabattus, Maine. While being cared for by his
son, Marcel, Rosaire got close to Harley, Marcel’s dog. Harley saw Rosaire
just days before he passed. Harley followed Rosaire 2 days later.
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Alton
Forest Merrill January 27, 1935 –
February 1, 2024 Alton
Forest Merrill, 89, a lifelong resident of Sabattus (Webster), passed away
Thursday, February 1, 2024 at Marshwood Nursing
Home. He was born January 27, 1935 to Arlene and George Merrill in Webster (Sabattus). Altonwasa 1954 graduate of
Lisbon High School where he played hockey. He proudly served in the U.S. Army and
was in the Army Reserves. On September 26, 1959 he
married his wife of 64 years, Judith Page. Alton ran the family dairy farm
until he sold the herd in 1986, at which time he continued to cut hay and
went to work as a Sawyer for Bickford's Sawmill retiring in 2000. Alton was very involved in his
community; serving as a firefighter for 52 years, plowed snow, drove school bus, was a selectman. He was also a member of the American
Legion Post 135, Litchfield Farmers Club (Litchfield Fair), the West Bowdoin
Cemetery Association and Oak Hill Boosters Club. Alton, was avid
outdoorsman; hunting (shot his last deer at 85), camping (where he excelled
at playing horseshoes, he was the first place player at the Riverbend
Campground tournament in 1995), snowmobiling and cutting firewood. Alton also
liked to bowl in the league at Sparetime Recreation
in Hallowell. He could always be heard cheering on his children and
grandchildren at their sporting events. He and his wife both enjoyed dancing
and could be frequently found on Saturday evenings at the Litchfield Sportsman
Club or Legion Hall. He is survived by his wife Judith, of
Sabattus: Daughter Suzanne, Sons George and Daniel
(Nancy) Merrill all of Sabattus: Three grandchildren and two great
grandchildren with a third on the way. He was predeceased by his parents and
sisters Patricia Fenimore and Beverly Coburn. |
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Richard Joseph Thibodeau May
6,1945-January 18, 2024 Auburn,
ME – Richard Joseph Thibodeau, 78, of Greene passed away peacefully after a
battle with metastatic lung cancer on Thursday, January 18, 2024 with loving family by his
side. Richard was born in Lewiston, Maine on
May 6th, 1945, a son to Edmund and Evangeline (Pelletier) Thibodeau. He
attended Lewiston schools and graduated from Saint Dominic Academy. He spent
many years working in grocery stores until he was drafted into the US Army. After receiving an honorable discharge,
he returned home and rejoined civilian life. Shortly after returning home, he
met the love of his life, Doris Nadeau. The two were married for 44 wonderful
years, being blessed with their two children Becky and Vicky. Becky was taken
from this world too soon due to a tragic car accident. Richard spent his final working years
in an auto body shop painting cars until he was injured, taking him out of
work. He enjoyed hot rods and restoring vehicles which he did many times
throughout the years. In his free time, he loved hunting, fishing, four
wheeling, boating, and playing cards. He loved spending quality time with his
family and friends. Richard was loved by everyone who knew
him, and he will be greatly missed. Richard is predeceased by his parents,
his adoring wife Doris and his beloved daughter
Becky. He leaves behind his daughter Vicky
Lacombe, her husband Ernie and his granddaughter
Brooke. |
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Raymond
E. Ames July
15, 1930 - December 7, 2023 LEWISTON - Raymond E. Ames, 93, of
Lewiston passed away on Dec. 7, 2023. Raymond was born on July 15, 1930, LEWISTON – Raymond E. Ames, 93, of Lewiston
passed away on Dec. 7, 2023. Raymond was born on July 15, 1930, the son of
Stanley C. and Gladys May (Scott) Ames in Auburn. He attended local schools graduating from high school and entering the Air
Force to serve his country for the next 20 years. Raymond is survived by his
twin brother Wesley Ames whom he had a very close relationship with. After retiring from the Air Force he began a career at Phillips Element before
becoming a volunteer at Central Maine Medical Center for the next 20 years
working in day surgery and the mail room. He was a loyal member of the VFW
and American Legion, as well as East Auburn Baptist Church where he was a
volunteer during services. In his spare time Raymond was an avid amateur
photographer taking many pictures but always being at the Balloon Festival in order to photograph the launches and events. Raymond is survived by his two sons, Christopher and Michelle Ames of Sabattus; Shawn Ames and
Jovita Bilodeau of Biddeford; and his three grandchildren. He was predeceased
by his parents. A graveside service will be celebrated
on Friday December 15, at 9 a.m., at Gracelawn Memorial Park, 980 Turner St,
Auburn, which will include military honors from the Air Force. |
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Joseph
Edward Breton August 28, 1930 –
October 13, 2023 Auburn, ME - It is with great sadness
that the family of Joseph (Edward) Breton announces his passing. He died
peacefully on Friday, October 13,2023, after a well fought battle with
Mesothelioma. He was 93 years old and a resident of Sabattus. He was born August 28, 1930 in Livermore Falls and was the patriarch of five
generations. He is survived by his wife Irene and four children, Richard
Breton and his wife Doris, Daniel Breton and his wife Barbara, Kathlene
Bourget and her husband David, and Cindy Gilman and her husband Elliot. He
has nine grandchildren, six great grandchildren and one great-great grandson. Eddie, as he liked to be called,
graduated from Saint Dom’s in 1948 and went on to study at the Auburn School
of Business. He joined the United States Coast Guard during the Korean War
and served for 39 years. He worked at the Brunswick Naval Air Station for
over 30 years. Eddie retired in 1985 and went on to
create two more careers. The first, selling Ceramic Christmas decorations and
in later years he and his wife started The Breton Group Tours to organize
Senior Citizen Trips. He loved all things creative and enjoyed woodworking,
gardening, golf, and in his later years Bingo and puzzles. He was a wizard with numbers and shared
that talent for many years on his church’s finance committee and as the
Finance Officer of his post at the American Legion. |
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William
E. Henshaw Sept
30, 1931- Jul 22, 2023
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US Army |
Korea Purple Heart Combat Wounded |
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Robert
O. Caron Oct 20, 1944 – Apr
27, 2023 AUBURN- Robert O.
Caron, a resident of Sabattus, passed away on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at the age of 78, following a yearlong battle with
cancer.
He graduated from
Sabattus High School in 1963. He continued his education, receiving a Bachelor’s Degree of Science from Gorham State College and
later a Masters of Science in Education from the
University of Maine.
His military service
involved serving in Commissary Administration. The primary function of that
position was to see that military troops were fed at Fort Dix in New Jersey. After his time in the
Army, Bob took a position in his home town of
Sabattus at the elementary school. He spent over 30 years at the school of
which 12 years were as Principal of the school. He retired in 2002.
In his retirement, he enjoyed the peace and tranquility of country living. He
would often be seen “puttering” in his yard. He also enjoyed the three daily newspaper that kept him busy and aware of local and
national events.
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Yvonne “Diddy” Winslow June 11, 1931 – March 2023 PORTLAND – The family of Yvonne “Diddy”
Winslow are sad to announce the passing of their beloved matriarch. Yvonne
Winslow, known to all as Diddy, was born on June 11, 1931, in Sabattus,
Maine, to Durward Russell and Luciene Lampron
Russell Gagnon. In her childhood, Diddy was known for being a good friend and
scholar. She was spunky, opinionated, and a leader, even being named “The
Bosses” in a photo in the school year book,
alongside friend, Barbara Austin. Diddy attended Sabattus High School and was
a proud student and graduate of the class of 1949. Diddy met her husband Leon Winslow
through a mutual friend, Alma Fisher. They began dating soon after Leon
discharged from the Army and the two married on Oct. 25, 1952. Diddy and Leon
were blessed with two children, who they raised in their hometown of Sabattus,
and with 42 years of marriage before Leon’s passing. During much of this
time, Diddy worked at Peck’s Department Store, Northeast Bank, and Advantage
Payroll. Diddy Winslow was the epitome of
community. Over her many years, she was involved in numerous groups and
organizations, and she brought so much knowledge, help, care, and laughter to
each. She effected change wherever she went and made others question, learn,
and grow. Diddy was an active member of the Eastern Star Lakeside Chapter #60
and the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 135 for years, still dedicating time
to them right up to the end. She contributed to both in any way she could,
whether that be baking for a supper, writing and putting on skits, attending parades and social
gatherings, meetings, and more. Diddy was also a charter member of the more
recently established Sabattus Historical Society, attending meetings from day
one, giving her oral history, and even self claiming
her own committee- the membership and social events committee. Diddy was all
about getting people together. Diddy loved her community and served it in
countless ways. She was a school board member for many years, attended town
meetings, and had a flair for town politics. The memory of Diddy Winslow
putting together suppers at the KP hall for any community member in need, is
a memory shared by many. Diddy was always the person others thought to call
when they had a question or needed help. And she never failed to be there. Diddy loved playing cards and trivia,
being sharp at any game and filled with a plethora of facts and knowledge.
Diddy also loved animals of all kinds and especially enjoyed watching birds
which she regularly fed year-round. She took joy in music and radio talk
shows, gardening, sewing, and crafts. She never slowed and always kept busy. There is an innumerable amount of
people who Diddy Winslow touched in some way or another. Her spark, sly
smile, laughter, jokes, sensitivity, and unsurpassable memory for everything,
made her an amazing person to have the privilege to know. You felt special in
her presence and left a better person. Though she will always be with them in
heart, Diddy’s family will certainly feel the massive hole that this loss has
created. Others will mourn their friend. And the community will grieve. But
Diddy would want all to put on a smile, tell a joke, and keep on being and
doing. Diddy is a reminder to all to do good
by your fellow neighbor, to look on the bright side, to have humor, to keep
learning, to use your words and actions for good, and to live this blessed
life for all you can. Diddy was the kind of soul that you
just always assumed would be there. She was an eternal being. She will be
deeply and greatly missed. Diddy is survived by her daughter Judy
Bewley and husband John, her son Thomas Winslow Sr. and wife Suzanne, her
grandchildren Joshua Stetson, Thomas Winslow Jr. and wife Stacie, Jessica
Dean and husband James, Melissa St. Amand and husband Michael, and her
great-grandchildren, Samantha Stetson, Cameron Bradley and husband Joseph,
Tyler Desmarais, Owen Desmarais, Ethan Dean, Michael St. Amand Jr, and
Matthew St. Amand. Diddy was predeceased by her husband,
Ralph Leon Winslow Jr. |
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Lewiston Sun Journal March 23, 2023 |
Bertrand J. Cote May 26, 1937-March 20, 2023 GREENE
– Bertrand J. Cote, 85, of Greene died Monday March 20, 2023, at home with his
family by his side. Mom and Dad are finally reunited. He
was born in Lewiston on May 26, 1937, the son of Elisee and Alice (Veilleux)
Cote. He
was the widower of Madeline H. (Levesque) Cote whom he married on Aug. 11,
1956. He served four years in the military as a Marine. He was a supervisor
in the shoe factory industry. He enjoyed drives with his wife of 64 years
along the Maine coast. Bertrand
was predeceased by his wife; parents; and all of his brothers. He
is survived by his son, Rickey and his wife Tina, daughter, Gail and her fiance Ron Raymond; grandsons Jeremy Tichy and his
companion Yulila, and Ryun Cote, granddaughters Kayla and her husband Cameron
Kessler, Myranda and her husband Colin Reed; great-grandchildren Ayden and
Natalie Tichy, Ellie Reed and Andrew Kessler; as well as two sisters, Lucille
Dick and Carmen Teixeira; and several nieces and nephews. Per
the wishes of the family, a committal service will be held privately at St.
Peters Cemetery in Lewiston. |
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Reginald R. Pomerleau May 24, 1940-January 14, 2022 Auburn – Reginald R. Pomerleau, 81, of Greene, passed away
peacefully, Friday, January 14, 2022, surrounded by his family, following a
courageous battle with cancer. He was born May 24, 1940, in Livermore, the
son of Omer Pomerleau and Alfreda (Michaud) Breton. He attended Livermore Falls schools and joined the U.S. Navy in
June 1957, where he served as a photographer aboard the USS Franklin D.
Roosevelt and the USS Compass Island, until his retirement in 1980. He married Sheila Lane in Livermore and they had four sons,
Barry, Gary, Reginald, and Jack. Reginald was a member of the American Legion
Post #135 in Sabattus where he enjoyed playing cribbage and exchanging
military stories with his friends. He was a skilled craftsman and enjoyed woodworking in his free
time; he sometimes would spend years hand carving a single project. He is survived by his sons, Barry Pomerleau of Lisbon Falls, Gary
Pomerleau and wife Patricia of Tennessee, Reginald Pomerleau Jr. of Florida,
and Jack Pomerleau of Lisbon Falls, 8 grandchildren, Barry Jr., Kristina,
Ashley, Heather, Meagan, Paige, Zachary and Danielle, his brothers, Lawrence
Pomerleau of Greene, and Laurie Pomerleau of Billerica, MA., his sister
Dorian Pomerleau of Leeds, and 13 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by
his daughter, Brenda, brothers, Omer Jr., Roland “Babe”, and Henry Pomerleau,
sisters, Rita Dubois, and Laurette Bryant Beaulieu. |
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Source Lewiston Sun Journal January 12, 2022 |
Gerald Thompson Passed:
January 8 2022 JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Gerald “Jerry”
Thompson of Jacksonville, Fla. passed Saturday, Jan. 8, 2022 with his wife
and family beside him. Born in Hyde Park, Mass., Jerry was one
of 11 children, being the middle child. He is predeceased by his father, James
Stafford Thompson and mother, Estella Lee Betts Thompson. Jerry is predeceased by 10 brothers and
sisters, Donald Thompson (Bertha), Doris Thompson, Alice Peterson (Earnest),
Esta Pearl Laflamme (George), Virginia Clark (George), James Michael Thompson
(Mary), Rosemary Thompson (infant), Mary Elizabeth Gamble (Neal), Josephine
Rowell (Clarence) and Marion Lee Boyer (Roger). Jerry Thompson being the last
of the siblings of Hyde Park, Mass. Jerry was predeceased by his first wife
and mother of two daughters, Madeleine “Maddy” Fisher Thompson. Married Feb.
7, 1957. His first love and best friend, Jerry was a loving, faithful husband
to Maddy 58 years. Jerry was predeceased by several nieces and nephews. Jerry is survived by his present,
loving, caring wife and soulmate at time of passing, Shirley J. Thompson; two
daughters, Nancy Duck (Brian) of Jacksonville, Fla. and Laurie Tauch (Curtis)
of Orange Park, Fla.; one grandaughter, Katharine
Lee Tauch of Orange Park, Fla., and two grandsons, Jonathan Ross Duck
(Meagan) of Jacksonville, Fla. and Christopher Joseph Tauch (Cindy) of Orange
Park, Fla.; and one great-grandson, “Little Man” Colton. Jerry became known as “Pops” to three
sons through his second marriage to Shirley, Daryl (Shannon), Marty (Cindy)
and Shane (Heather). Jerry was always proud of his children, especially the
grandchildren. Jerry is survived by numerous nieces, nephews and extended
family. Jerry also wants to thank all of the
doctors for such great care: Dr. Rita Dhaliwal, Dr. Youssef Al-Saghir, Maria
Antonio Miranda and everyone in the VA especially the Orange Team. Gerald J. Thompson was a proud veteran
of the United States Navy for 22 years and retired as a Senior Chief Aviation
Ordnanceman in 1974. This is Jerry’s story of his
U.S. Navy Career: I joined the United States Navy at 17
years old. I attended Bootcamp at the United States Navy Training Center in Bianbridge, Port Deposit, Md. in 1952. I completed eight
weeks of Airman School in Oklahoma, 14 weeks of Aviation Ordnanceman
School in Jacksonville, Fla., six months at Whidbey Island in Oak Harbor,
Wash., six months at MCAS Iwakuni, Japan. In 1954,
I took a 10-month discharge from the United States Navy. I then reenlisted in
the United States Navy in 1955 and was stationed at NAS South Weymouth, Mass.
for one year. In 1956, I received orders to NAS Brunswick for four years. It
was here I met many great friends including current friends, Lee Baird and
Bill Taylor. I also met Madeleine Fisher while stationed in Brunswick and
married Maddy in 1957. We had our first daughter, Nancy in 1959. In 1960 I
received orders to North Island Naval Air Station in San Diego, Calif. Our
second daughter, Laurie, was born while stationed there in 1961. In 1962,
orders were received for B School in Jacksonville, Fla. I received orders in
1963 to Naval Station Guantanimo Bay, Cuba. The
family and I lived there for three years. In 1965, orders were received to NAS
Oceana, Virginia Beach, Va. for one year. In 1966 I received orders for shore
duty to NAS Jacksonville Weapons for two years. 1968 I received orders for
Sea Duty and was stationed in squadron VF-213 at Miramar Naval Air Station,
San Diego, Calif. and assigned to the USS Kitty Hawk CV-63, Vietnam until
1971. In 1971 orders were received for shore duty and I was stationed at NAS
Jacksonville Weapons for my final three years of military service. I proudly
retired from the United States Navy as Aviation Ordnance Senior Chief in
November 1974. Upon my retirement from the United
States Navy, I obtained a bachelor’s degree in business administration in
1975. I was employed by the Department of Veteran’s Affairs Housing
Department 1975 in Jacksonville, Fla. In 1983, relocated to the St. Petersburg
Office of the Department of Veteran’s Affairs Housing. After 19 years of
service, I retired from the Department of Veterans Affairs in 1994 as a
Property Management Specialist. Thank you to all that were a part of my U.S.
Navy career and my Veteran’s Affairs Property Management career. Jerry was a respectful, dedicated
grandson to his grandparents, a great son, husband, father, grandfather,
uncle, sailor and friend. Jerry never spoke unkindly about anyone and will be
deeply missed by all that ever met him and knew and loved Jerry. Due to floral limitations at the
Jacksonville National Cemetery, the family requests no cut floral
arrangements be sent to Jacksonville Memory Gardens or as an alternative,
donations may be made in Jerry’s name to your favorite charity. |
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Roger St. Pierre July
20, 1950 – December 3, 2021 Portland- Donald R. St. Pierre 71 of
Sabattus died Friday December 3, 2021 at Maine Medical Center. He was born in
Lewiston on July 20, 1950 a son of the late Rene and Elyata
(Nadeau) St. Pierre. He was educated in local schools and graduated from
Lewiston High School. Donald married his true love, the former Susan Emond on
August 11, 1977. She predeceased him on May 13, 2014. Donald proudly served
his country in the US Army and Army Reserves, serving a tour in Desert Storm.
Donald was a very dedicated employee
for the City of Lewiston Public Works Department, holding many different job
titles: locating storm water sewer lines for Dig-Safe, paving inspector,
driving many-many hours in the winter plowing and sanding, and his last title
the one he enjoyed most was a CDL driver instructor. Don was a very hard
worker taking great pride in his jobs and also working and maintaining his
home. He was a very giving man and was always willing to lend a hand to
someone in need especially his family. He was a member of The Prince of Peace
Parish attending Masses at The Basilica of Ss. Peter & Paul. He is survived by his three children
Christopher St. Pierre and his wife Annette of Lewiston, Jennifer Costello
and her husband Eric of Readfield and Joey St. Pierre and his companion Stacy
Marchand of West Gardiner, his three grandchildren Ryan St. Pierre, Jonathan
Whittaker and Kyle St. Pierre, his three brothers Eugene St. Pierre and wife
Donna of Auburn, Lucien St. Pierre and wife Helen of Wales and Laurier St.
Pierre and wife Sue of Auburn and many nieces and nephews. He was also
predeceased by a brother Normand St. Pierre. |
US Army |
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Source: Lewiston Sun
Journal November 27, 2021 |
Robert C. Sherman Passed on November 25, 2021 LEWISTON – Robert C. Sherman,
98, a resident of Wales, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 25, 2021, in Lewiston.
He was born on Aug. 8,
1923, in Wales, the son of Charles Sherman and Annie (Stewart) Sherman.
Robert attended grammar school in Wales and then Edward Little High School in
Auburn. He proudly served in the
U.S. Army during World War II. On Aug. 2, 1947, in
Auburn he married Alfreda M. Dearborn and they shared a wonderful life
together for 62 years. She passed away on Aug. 11, 2009. Robert worked for Albany
Felt, Tech Tex Industries and repaired televisions retiring in 1987. He
enjoyed taking care of the yard, cutting grass, and in the winter months,
loved to use the snowblower. He was a member of the
American Legion Post 135 in Sabattus. He is survived by a
daughter, Donna Lanctot and her husband, William of Wales. He
was predeceased by his parents, his wife, Alfreda M. Sherman, a son Steven
Sherman, four brothers; Cecile, Charles, Walter, and Ralph, six sisters;
Helen Lyman, Marion Johnson, Madeline Stuart, Beatrice Hawkins, Lilla King
and Ruth Snyder. Funeral
services was with Full Military Honors. Interment was at
Pleasant Hill Cemetery, Pleasant Hill Road, Sabattus, Maine. |
US Army |
WWII |
Source: Lewiston Sun
Journal October 21, 2021 |
Edward N. Taylor Passed: Oct. 13, 2021 AUBURN – Edward N. Taylor, 92, died Oct. 13, 2021, at Schooner Estates
Memory Care. Born in Auburn at home on March 30, 1929, Ed was a son of Olin
and Pearl Hines Taylor. He attended Auburn schools and served in the U.S. Army during the
Korean conflict. He met Anita Caron while she was attending nursing school in Lewiston
and they exchanged letters during his military service. On Nov. 28, 1953, the
couple wed and were married for over 67 years. Ed had a career in the construction industry for over 50 years. During
his long building history, he oversaw the construction of many roads,
bridges, and buildings throughout the state. One early project was the
building of the Basin Dam in North Auburn. Serving as construction manager
for Platz Associates, he directed the renovation of the Knapp Shoe Building
in Lewiston. Now known as 29 Lowell Street, it houses a variety of medical
offices and the Dempsey Center. In his earlier years, Ed enjoyed nature and was fond of taking Anita
and their five children on weekly hikes chronicling the outing with his Argus
rangefinder camera and spending summer weekends enjoying many of the
beautiful campgrounds in western Maine. In the early 70s, he built a rustic
cabin on Richardson Lake. Later on, Ed enjoyed splitting his time between
Richardson and a log cabin built on Long Island in Harpswell. He was able to
have the best of both worlds, gathering friends and family for boating,
hunting, fishing, lobstering; celebrating Maine’s
natural world. After his retirement, in addition to his favorite outdoor
activities, Ed took up landscape and watercolor painting. Survivors include his wife, Anita, sister, Joyce Taylor King and her
son, Dennis; his five children Karen Taylor, Ron Taylor and his wife Cindy,
Kevin Taylor, Jeff Taylor, Colleen Taylor and her partner John Dana; nine
grandchildren: Jeremy and Justin Taylor; Jessica, Grace and Elijah Taylor;
Brian, Scott and Matthew Taylor and Ben Capano. Also surviving are eight
great-grandchildren. |
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Korea |
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Henry
J. Verville Passed: 28 September, 2021 Henry
J. Verville passed away 28 September, 2021. Henry
was a Vietnam Vet, a member of our Post for 29 years and lived in Lewiston. *There
was no obituary to be found. *If
anyone has any further information or photos of Henry please contact the
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William
H. Stuart Passed: September 16, 2021 SABATTUS
– William H. Stuart, 82, of Sabattus, died Sept. 16, 2021 at Androscoggin
Hospice House of a long-standing condition. He was the son of Ernest Stuart
and Mildred Dearborn Stuart of Lewiston. Bill
is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Patricia Sutton; his children,
Dr. Scott Stuart (Aidi) of Austin, Texas, Kristina Peirce (William) of
Queensbury, N.Y., Angela Stuart Palmer (Jarrod) of Johnstown, N.Y.; two
grandchildren, Nathan and Amanda Stuart; a brother-in-law, Robert Sherman of
Wales, a brother in-law and sister-in-law, Raymond and Sylvia Sutton of Hyde
Park, N.Y.; and many nieces and nephews. Bill
was predeceased by his mother and father; his brothers Alfred Stuart of
Lewiston, Merton Stuart of Wales, and Harold Dearborn of Richmond, as well as
a sister, Alfreda Sherman of Wales. Bill
served in the United States Army, worked at the Sun Journal for 45 years,
served as a Eucharistic Minister at our Lady of the Rosary Church since 1983,
and belonged to the American Legion, Post 135 in Sabattus. After his
retirement in 2005 he worked at the Sabattus transfer station for 12 years
and volunteered at St. Martin de Porres for 15 years. |
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Richard “Richie” Oscar Behr August 8,1937- March 1, 2021 BEHR,
Richard (Richie) Oscar, 83, of Sabattus passed away March 1st, 2021, at d’Youville Pavillion in Lewiston,
where he had been a patient for a few weeks. He
was born in Queens, NY, August 8th, 1937 to Christian and Lydia (Kurth) Behr.
He grew up in Amityville, NY, where he attended the local schools. Richie
joined the Navy in his senior year and was stationed in Brunswick, ME at the
Naval Air Station for four years.
Richie
worked in his father’s bakery before and after the Navy. When his father sold
it, he joined Village Fuel Oil in North Babylon working in oil burner
service. He was a volunteer fireman in Amityville and North Babylon. After
moving to Sabattus he worked for National Fuel in Lewiston and then
Enterprise Foundry, from which he retired after twenty five plus years.
He
was predeceased by his parents, his brother Christian, his infant daughter
Elaine and his eldest son R. Michael Behr. Burial
service will be held on May 14th, 2021 at 9 AM at Mt. Vernon Road Maine
Veteran’s Cemetery in Augusta, Maine. |
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Korea |
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Stuart Gross January 2021 LANDENBERG, Pa. – Stuart Gross, beloved
husband and father, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, Jan. 30, 2021
after a 14-year battle with mantle cell lymphoma. Stu was born in Bath, raised in
Wiscasset, and graduated from Wiscasset High School. He enlisted in the Coast
Guard after a year at Washington State Teachers College. He always said the
only good thing that came from his time in college was meeting the love of
his life, Jeannette. They had a wonderful 52 years of adventures together,
Stu’s Coast Guard career taking them from New Hampshire to Alaska, North
Carolina, and finally to Delaware. In their retirement, Stu and Jeannette
moved back to Maine and had 18 years among family and friends. This past
summer, Stu and Jeannette moved to Landenberg, Pa. Stu loved travelling and was always
looking forward to their next big vacation. As a member of the New Castle
Irish Society, he enjoyed set and ceili dancing,
going as far as Ireland for dancing. He also loved eating out and trying new
restaurants. Following in his father’s footsteps, he became a 33rd degree
Mason. In his retirement, he developed a love
of gardening, especially growing potatoes. He was an avid collector, and
enjoyed researching and seeking out rare coins, banks and pocket watches. Stu is survived by his wife, Jeannette
(Lepage); daughters, Suellen Glover and Jennifer Miller (David Aksim); and three grandchildren, Brandon Glover, Ella
Glover, and Zoe Aksim. He is also survived by a
brother and five sisters, Ralph Gross II, Helen Amazene,
Rita Melville, Jean West, Jane Albert and Donna Lester. |
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Source: Lewiston Sun Journal November 12, 2020 |
Gino
R. Camardese Past
Post Commander 1956-2020 LEWISTON
– Gino R. Camardese, 64, of Greene, died on Sunday Nov. 8, 2020 at St. Mary’s
Medical Center with his loving family at his side. He
was born in Kittery on Sept. 14, 1956. A son of Anthony and Janet (Hamel)
Camardese, he was educated in local schools and graduated from Lewiston High
School class of 1975. Gino
proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy, receiving a Purple Heart. Later
he attended CMVTI receiving his degree in Applied Science in 1986 and began
his career as a machinist. Gino
married his true love, the former Joan Morinon August 29, 1981. Together they
settled in Sabattus and started their family. Gino
was very involved in his local community, he was a
Selectman for the town of Sabattus and volunteered for The Boy Scouts of
America for many years as the Ranger for Camp Gustin. He also was a member of
the American Legion Post 135, where he was a Post Commander. Gino
was an avid outdoorsman and loved to hunt and fish. In 2017 he was inducted
to the Maine Antler and Skull Trophy Club for a trophy black bear. He
is survived by his wife, Joan Camardese of Greene; his mother, Janet
Camardese of Greene; his son, Andrew Camardese and wife Chantel of Brunswick,
his daughter, Jenna Sfraga of New York; a sister, Tonie
Crandall and husband Steve of Pennsylvania; his three grandchildren,
Logan Sfraga, Reagan and
Emilia Camardese; and several nieces and nephews. He
was predeceased by his father, Anthony Camardese; and a sister, Julie
Camardese. You are invited to offer condolences and pay tribute to Gino’s
life by visiting his guest book at http://www.thefortingrouplewiston.com. |
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Philip
H. Vatcher September
19,1930-November 2, 2020 AUGUSTA
– Philip H. Vatcher, 90, a resident of Wales, passed away on Sunday, November
2, 2020, at the Maine General Hospital in Augusta. He was born on September
19, 1930, in Lynn, Massachusetts, the son of Howard Vatcher and Fanny Mae
(Drinkwater) Vatcher. Philip graduated from Lynn English in Lynn,
Massachusetts. He
proudly served his country for eight years joining the U.S. Army and served
during the Korean War. Philip was a “jack-of-all-trades”, from tool die maker
to carpentry and everything in between. He enjoyed working for the Community
Concept and the RCAM. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and the
Sabattus American Legion Post 135. Philip was a deacon of the Our Lady of the
Rosary Parish in Sabattus, Maine. He
is survived by a daughter, Donna M. Vatcher of Wales, two sons; Stephen
Vatcher and his wife Sue of Lewiston, Richard Vatcher and his wife Rita of
Framingham, Mass., a brother, Howard Vatcher of Swampscott, Mass., five
grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, three step-grandchildren and eight
step-great-grandchildren. He
was predeceased by his parents, a son, Philip Vatcher, a brother, Edward
Vatcher and his companion for many years, Marjorie L Caron. The
family would like to thank the staff at the Veteran’s Home in Augusta for the
wonderful care they provided. |
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Gary
Blais 1964-2020 SABATTUS-Gary Blais,
age 56, of Sabattus, Maine passed away on Tuesday, June 9, 2020. Gary was at
home surrounded by the love of his family. Gary graduated from
Lewiston High School in 1982 and left soon after to proudly serve his country
in the United States Air Force. Following his service, Gary respectively
received degrees from Central Maine Vocational Technical Institute of Auburn,
and Maine Maritime Academy. Shortly following graduation from CMVTI, Gary
began his lifelong career at Bath Iron Works. Gary was a First-Class
Machinist until October 2018, when his fight with Glioblastoma began. Gary was father to
two amazing children, but more than that, he was the kind of Dad to Magan and
Tim that any man would be proud to be. He coached football, baseball, and
softball for many years when his children were active in sports. Gary was an
avid outdoorsman. He loved fishing, shooting, archery, camping, four
wheeling, hunting, and any outdoor activity. He was a hunter safety
instructor for years, competition archer, and mentored his children and many
of his nieces and nephews in all the outdoor activities. He was a loving
husband, partner and best friend to his wife Roxanne for thirty-three
spectacular love filled years. He was a loyal, son to his parents, a loving
brother to his sister and brother, caring uncle to many nieces and nephews. Gary is survived by
his spouse Roxanne; daughter Magan and husband David and their daughters
Madison, Quinn and Harper; son Timothy and wife Lindsey and their son Ryder;
his parents Normand and Marguerite Blais; sister Deane and her husband James;
brother Keith and his wife Cathy; mother-In-law Rudy Gayton, brother-in-law
Robert and his wife Wanda, brother-in-law Randy, many aunts, uncles, cousins,
nieces and nephews. There will be a
graveside service at Togus National Cemetery in
Augusta on Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 2:00 P.M. Gary and his wife
Roxanne found great comfort with programs offered by the Dempsey Center in
Lewiston Maine. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations can be
made to www.dempseycenter.org in memory of GaryBlais. Roxanne and family want
to extend their gratitude to the teams of doctors that stood shoulder to
shoulder during Gary’s battle against glioblastoma. Their warmth, fortitude
and “never surrender” attitude kept the family in the fight. A special thank
you to the team of Dr. Christine Lu-Emerson, Abby and Sam at Maine Medical
Partners in Scarborough, Maine along with Dr. Elizabeth Gerstner and Dr.
William Curry of Mass General. “The responsibility
of a man is to lead his family.” ~ Ezra Taft Benson. Well done Gary
Blais. |
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Source: Lewiston Sun Journal June 13, 2020 |
Donald “Don” Andre Gosselin February
20, 1938 – June 9, 2020 LEWISTON – Donald André Gosselin, 82, a
resident of 16 Valley Street, Lewiston, passed away peacefully on Tuesday,
June 9, 2020, at d’Youville Pavilion. Born in Lewiston Feb. 20, 1938, Donald was
the sixth of seven children born to Archille and Beatrice (Coulombe)
Gosselin. On Sept. 23, 1961 he married Jeannine
Mary Ann Lavoie. A Lewiston High School graduate and certified in several
trades, Donald was a firm believer in continued education. Donald begin his
work career at his father’s sawmill and continued as a certified machinist, sheetmetal worker, and welder. He retired after several
years at Sappi S.D. Warren Paper in Skowhegan. He finished his career as a millright specializing in vibration analysis. He was also a proud veteran of the Army
National Guard and Army Reserve with 22 years of service. He later became an
active member of the Sabattus American Legion Post 135 and Holy Cross Knights
of Columbus Council 12652. He was a dedicated parishioner of Holy Cross
Catholic Church and volunteered for numerous church activities. He is survived by his sister, Yvette
Gosselin, sfcc of Lewiston; his daughter,
Anne-Marie Albaugh and husband Will of Maryland, and sons André Gosselin and
wife Veronique of Switzerland, Marc and wife Linda of Greene, David and wife
Michelle of Tennessee, and Sean of Lewiston. Also survived by companion,
Irene Plante; sisters-in-law, Doris Meservier, Veny Lavoie, Joan Casavant, Louise Demas, Gertrude
Gosselin, Doris Gosselin, Giselle Lavoie, and Lucille Gosselin, and
brothers-in-law, Bill Lavoie and Robert Lavoie and their families. Also
survived by grandchildren, Aaron Gosselin, Mélanie Gosselin, Joshua Rystedt, Sarah Gosselin, Christopher Rystedt,
McKenzie Rystedt, Tayelor Gosselin, Andrew
Gosselin, David Albaugh, Anna Albaugh, and Ben Albaugh. Also survived by six
great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.He was predeceased by wife, Jeannine of 49 years;
and his brothers, Germain, Jean-Paul, Marcel, and sisters, Exilia and Liette. Donald enjoyed time with family,
especially grandchildren, traveling, working in his woodlot, gardening,
reading, driving his Jeep, socializing, and fellowship over food around the
dinner table. He was proud of the home he built. He identified strongly with
his Franco-American origins; he was an avid volunteer at the Franco Center in
Lewiston. Special thanks to the staff at d’Youville
Pavilion, CMMC that cared for him. World War II veteran Del Gendron, 93,
second from left, and his son, George Gendron, pause as the family of Don
Gosselin brings the casket of the Army National Guard and Army Reserve
veteran to Veterans Memorial Park on Main Street in Lewiston on Thursday.
Gosselin, of Lewiston, died June 9 at the age of 82. Veterans’ organizations
held a “goodbye ceremony” at the park following his funeral at Holy Cross
Church. “Don was very active with veterans and with his church,” Norm Cote of
the L&A Veterans Council said. “He was strong as an ox and a very hard
worker,” veteran Bert Dutil said. Cote said Del Gendron was a very good
friend of Gosselin, who wanted to be sure plans were in place to have a bench
in his memory placed next to one honoring Gendron. Daryn
Slover/Sun Journal William Albaugh plays taps during a
ceremony for his father-in-law, Don Gosselin, at Veterans Memorial Park on
Main Street in Lewiston on Thursday. Gosselin, 82, of Lewiston died June 9.
Veterans’ organizations held a “goodbye ceremony” at the park following the
funeral at Holy Cross Church. “Don was very active with veterans and with his
church,” Norm Cote of the L&A Veterans Council said. “He was strong as an
ox and a very hard worker,” veteran Bert Dutil said. Daryn
Slover/Sun Journal Sarah Gosselin and Andrew Gosselin fold
the American flag during a ceremony for their grandfather, Don Gosselin, at
Veterans Memorial Park on Main Street in Lewiston on Thursday. Gosselin, of
Lewiston, died June 9 at the age of 82. He was a veteran of the Army National
Guard and Army Reserve. Veterans’ organizations held a “goodbye ceremony” at
the park following his funeral at Holy Cross Church. Daryn
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Source: Lewiston Sun Journal June 7, 2020 |
Robert “Bob”
Adrien Tanguay Past Post
Commander 1935-2020 HUDSON, Fla. – Robert “Bob” Adrien Tanguay,
84, passed away on May 30, 2020, at his home in Hudson, Florida, surrounded
by family. Bob was born on July 2,
1935, in Lewiston Maine, to Albert J.Tanguay
(Blackie) and Yvonne (Dulac) Tanguay, both of Canada. Bob was educated in local schools: St. Mary’s, Jordan Junior High, and
Lewiston and Edward Little High Schools.
Bob married Labor Day, Sept. 5, 1955 to Theresa Paulette Gahagan of
Lewiston, who predeceased Bob in 2007. They lived in Lewiston, Auburn, and
Sabattus for their 50-plusyears of marriage. Both were members of the Our Lady of the
Rosary Parish in Sabattus. Bob
remarried in 2015, to his surviving wife, Beverly(Aldrich)
Tanguay, of Lisbon Falls. They spent their winters in Florida, and summers on
Damariscotta Lake in Jefferson. Bob proudly served his country for 24 years,
in the U.S. Army and National Guard, culminating in a rank of platoon
sergeant first class. In 1982, Bob helped form Maine’s only Bugle and Bells
Drum Corps, which continued well after Bob’s retirement in1987. Bob’s work life began at age nine, delivering
newspapers in Lewiston’s Little Canada district, followed by work at area
bowling alleys and shoe shops. From 1956 to 1990 Bob worked in the grocery
business, beginning at Olfene’s Red and White, becoming the Store Manager of
the first Shop n’ Save in the L/A area, the General Manager of four
supermarkets, and then the Sales and Service Manager for Associated Grocers
of Maine, and Sam Prawer Company. Bob
owned and operated R and R Superette in Sabattus, with partner Ron McBride, a
store that was later owned by his daughter Brenda and her husband Jack. Bob
and his wife Theresa owned and operated Kitty Korner Store in Lisbon Falls,
which was later operated by their son Rob and his wife Michele, followed by
their daughter Tina and her husband Neal.
Bob ventured into the store and restaurant
supply business. With partners Will Willette and son Robert Tanguay II, they
operated Maine Refrigeration Sales Company. Bob served the Town of Sabattus,
his home for over 40 years, as Recreation Director and an Officer in the
Sabattus Recreation Club. He was the major developer of the Youth Hockey
program, and directed the Winter Carnival for years. Bob was a major organizer of the Kennebec
Valley Youth Hockey Association, and was their first President. Bob also coached,
refereed, and played hockey for many years.
Bob was a 15-plus year member of Sabattus American Legion Harry J.
Conway Post #135, for which he served as Post Commander in 2000-2001. Bob and
his Bells and Drum Corps provided music for the Legion’s Memorial Day
Parades, where Bob also often played “Taps”. At the state level, Bob was a
member of the Veterans Assistance Fund. Bob played in drum corps for over 55 years,
and was a life time member of the Montagnard Club, playing in their Snowshoe
Drum Corps for more than 25 years. Bob played many instruments, but was most
well known for playing “The Bells”, or Glockenspiel, which he began playing
in 1952, in the National Guard’s first Drum Corps, directed by his brother
Tony. Bob was a member of the Knights of Columbus, where he reached the level
of 4th Degree, its highest and most prestigious degree, and was also a member
of the Board of Officers. Bob was adept at shooting pool, pitching
horseshoes, playing cards and cribbage, shuffle board, ping pong, bowling,
dancing and music. Despite Bob’s many interests and accomplishments, his
family was first in his heart and were his loving pride and joy. He will be sorely missed by his family and
friends. Bob was predeceased by his wife Theresa, his parents, brothers
Roland, Armand (Al) and Antonio (Tony), and sisters Gilberte Tanguay,
Jeannine Bellevance and Irene Roy. Bob is survived by his wife Beverly
Tanguay, daughter Tina Marie (Tanguay) Buiniskas
and Husband Neal, daughter Brenda Lee (Tanguay) Hutchings and husband Jack,
and son Robert Adrien Tanguay II and his wife Michele. Bob is also survived
by five grandchildren: Amy Barkley Roy and her wife Jill, Kristy Alexander
and her husband Wayne, Randy LeClair and his wife Alicia, Shane Hutchings and
his wife Jennifer, and Ashly Sadat and her husband Misagh. Bob is also
survived by eight greatgrandchildren: Mariah, Kylee, Jaiden, Autumn, Spencer,
Finley, Baylor, and Sovereign. Bob is also survived by sister Cecile Samson,
sister Doris Pelletier and her husband Stan, and brother-in-law Omer Roy. |
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Armand
Roger Truchon 1929 – 2020 AUBURN – Armand R.
Truchon, 91, of Sabattus passed away on Friday, March 6, 2020, at the
Androscoggin Hospice House after a courageous battle with lung cancer. Armand
was born in Lewiston on February 5, 1929, the son of Ovila Truchon and
Victoria (Gagne) Truchon. He was a graduate of Lewiston High School and a
member of Holy Cross Church. Armand was a veteran of the U.S. Army and the
Maine Army National Guard for a total of thirty-three years of combined
service. Upon
retirement, Armand started a lawn maintenance company, which he operated for
twenty-five years. Throughout Armand’s life he preferred to keep himself
busy, whether he was parking cars at the Lewiston Raceway, buying cars at
auction, working part-time at Delekto Bros., or
scrapping metal. Armand
was also a proud member of the American
Legion Post 135, where he enjoyed many nights playing cribbage with his
friends. Armand married Stella (Celani) Jalbert on December 18, 1959, and together
they enjoyed sixty wonderful years of marriage. Armand and Stella spent
forty-seven years on River Road in Lewiston, raising their family and making
many great memories. Armand adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren
who brought him much joy over the years. Armand’s family still cherishes the
special nicknames and ditties that he created for his grandchildren. Armand
had many close friends. He enjoyed hosting lobster bakes in the summer,
watching the New England Patriots and taking his chances on scratch tickets. Armand
leaves behind his wife, Stella Truchon; his four sons and daughter, Patrick
Truchon of Walnut Creek, California, Nancy (Jalbert) Fournier and her husband
Thomas, of Lewiston, Patrick Jalbert and his wife Anita (Castonguay) of
Turner, Michael Truchon and his wife Carol (Gats) of Turner and Thomas
Truchon and his wife Rolande (Castonguay) of Lewiston; his seven
grandchildren, Benjamin and Jonathan Fournier, Jeffrey Truchon and his wife AmyLou (Craig), Jamie Truchon, Maegan (Truchon) Bagley
and her husband Brian, Monica Truchon and Kaela Jalbert; and his two
great-grandchildren, Cole Bagley and Elaina Mailhot. Armand is also survived
by his sister, Fedora Lavertu of Rhode Island and sister-in-law, Joan Truchon
of Lewiston and his dear friends, Bob and Linda St. Pierre. Armand was
predeceased by his parents; brother, Romeo Truchon; sisters, Florence
Christian, Cecile Roussea, Anita St. Hilaire,
Germaine Dube, Jeanne Cloutier and Helen Ashby. The
family thanks the staff at the St. Mary’s Infusion Center and the
Androscoggin Hospice House for their quality care and compassion. |
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William “Bill” Penard 1948-2019 William “Bill” A. Pinard, 71, a
lifelong resident of Sabattus passed away peacefully on Friday, November 22,
2019, at Maine Medical Center in Portland after a short illness with his
loving family by his side. Bill was born on January 5, 1948 in
Lewiston, Maine, the son of Arthur and Geraldine Pinard. He graduated from
Sabattus High School in 1966. He was enlisted in the Navy from 1967 to 1971.
After an honorable discharge from the Navy he worked in construction for Blue
Rock. In 1971 Bill married the love of his
life and the apple of his eye, Pauline Nadeau, on August 14, 1971. After
marrying, he worked for Hemonds Dairy as a milkman
and for his brother at A.F. Paradis Co. Bill also worked for a short time at
BIW until he was hired at Bates College where he worked for over 30 years,
retiring in 2013. In 1984, while still working full time
at Bates College, he decided to start his own plumbing and heating business,
Bill Pinard and Son Plumbing and Heating. In March of 2004, Mark started
working full time for his father. Shortly after they brought on his
son-in-law Mike and together the three worked side-by-side as a team. As the years went by, he hired other
family members such as his grandsons Kyle and Keith and granddaughter Hayley.
All having helped build this small family company into the business that
currently employs 23 people who have all become part of their extended
family. He was well known in the community for
his big smile, contagious laugh and ability to light up any room he walked
into. He loved sports but especially basketball and baseball. He loved
working outdoors but most of all loved spending time with his family. The family would like to thank the
staff at Maine Medical Center for their wonderful and compassionate care of
Bill and his family. Bill was also a very proud Vietnam War
Veteran and proud member of the American
Legion, Harry J. Conway Post 135, in Sabattus. Bill is survived by his loving wife of
48 years, Pauline. His daughter Tina and her husband Mike Ridley of Sabattus.
His son Mark Pinard and his wife Cindy of Wales; six grandchildren, Kayla
Ridley and fiancé Brian Rench of Sabattus, Kyle Ridley of Saco, Hayley Pinard
and fiancé Zac Charette of Wales, Kelsey and Hayden William Pinard of Wales
and Keith Kramarz of Wales; Two and a half great-grandchildren, Laila Ridley,
Wesley Charette and coming in February, Easton William Rench. His brother
Robert Pinard and wife Cheryl of Sabattus, sisters Jacki Gahagan of Lewiston
and Connie and her husband Robert Donoghue of Sabattus. He was predeceased by his parents and
his brother-in-law Matty Gahagan. |
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Source: Lewiston Sun Journal October 23, 2019 |
Rodney Woodrum Jr. 1935-2019 Portland - Rodney
Woodrum Jr., 83, of Sabattus passed away on Monday, Oct. 21, 2019 in
Portland. He was born on Christmas
Day in 1935 to Rodney and Allie Woodrum Sr. in Ward, W.Va. Rodney served his
country retiring after 20 years in The United States Air Force doing tours in
both the Korean and Vietnam Wars. He also retired from Bath Iron Works in
1995. He enjoyed bee
keeping, cooking, gardening and making maple syrup. Rodney was a member
of the American Legion Post 135, Webster Masonic Lodge 164 of Wales, Lewiston
Lodge of Elks, and Sabattus Knights of Columbus Council 13181. Preceding him in
death are his parents; sister, Barbara Amrhein and brother, Roy Woodrum. Left to cherish his
memory is his loving wife of 60 years, Sonia Whitehouse Woodrum of Sabattus;
daughter, Lisa Roy of Sabattus, son, Jeffry Woodrum; grandchildren, Kristin
Warner and Heath Woodrum; sisters, Alice Barnett of Columbia, S.C., Phyllis
Rutan of Red House, W.Va., and Brenda Goldman of Cross Lanes, W.Va.,
brothers, Jack Woodrum of San Antonio, George Woodrum of Bancroft, W.Va., and
Russell Woodrum of Denver; great-grandchildren, Shaylie and Kamden Warner;
and numerous nieces and nephews. |
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Source: Lewiston Sun Journal June 1, 2019 |
Anthony R. “Tony”Camardese
Past Post Commander 1934-2019 LEWISTON – Anthony R.
Camardese, 85, of Greene, Maine, passed away on Wednesday May 29, 2019, at
Woodlands Memory Care in Lewiston. He was born in Ona Aquila, Italy on May 5,
1934, a son of the late Savario and Ida (Rotellini)
Camardese. At the age of 13 he came
to the United States to begin a new life in America. In 1948 he enlisted in
The U.S Navy where he proudly served his country for 20 years until his
honorable discharge in 1968. He served during the Korean Conflict and in The
Vietnam War. He was a great patriot of this country. In 1948, he married the
true love of his life, Janet Hamel. He was a very positive person whose
upbeat personality just lit up any room he walked into. He taught his
children to never tell a lie and never dishonor their country or family. He
earned the distinct privilege to serve as an Honor Guard at President John F.
Kennedy’s Funeral Ceremony in 1963 . Upon retiring from the
Navy in 1968 as a Senior Chief Petty Officer, he went on to continue his
education at The University of Maine where he received his bachelor’s degree
in Education with a major in History. He then went on to have a very
successful career as a history teacher at Lewiston High School until his
retirement. In 1986 he was honored as a Presidential Scholar and traveled to
Washington D.C. to personally receive this award from President Ronald
Reagan, whom he greatly admired. He was a member of VET 160, American Legion
Post 135 and The VFW in Auburn. Beyond all of his achievements, he enjoyed
fishing, hunting and gardening and spending time with his grandchildren Anthony is survived by his
wife of 67 years, Janet Camardese; a son, Gino Camardese and wife Joan of
Greene, a daughter, Dr. Tonie Crandall and husband Stephen of Pennsylvania;
five grandchildren, Andrew Camardese, Jenna Sfraga, Stephen Crandall, Julie Crandall, Rebecca Lesagonicz; a brother, Zachary Camardese and wife Amy,
two sisters, Lucy DeVito and husband Lino, Gemma Colianni and husband Angelo. In addition to his
parents, he was predeceased by a daughter, Julie Camardese; and a brother,
Vincente Camardese. |
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Clarence Hinkley Jr. January 14, 1937 – April 21, 2019 LEWISTON – I lost my best
friend, the love of my life of 62 years. We know you are in a better place,
but it’s not easy to accept. You were the best father our three sons could
have had. He was born on Jan. 14,
1937 in Lewiston, the son of the late Clarence Hinkley Sr. and Harriet
(Young) Hinkley. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy and
Reserves for seven years. In his younger years, he served the town of
Sabattus as the code enforcement officer and plumbing and electrical
inspector. He retired from BIW after 45 years of dedicated service as an
engineer and designer. He will be deeply missed by many. He is survived by his
loving wife, Simone of Sabattus; his three children, Clarence “Skip” and his
wife, Jennifer of Richmond, Guy and his wife, Stacey of Winthrop and Lee and
his wife, Jaynne of Monmouth. He also leaves behind his sister, Marilyn
Austin and her husband, Paul of Topsham; along with his grandchildren, Jamie
Hinkley of Lewiston, Amber Jade and her husband, Bjorn Coyne of Winthrop,
Shelbie Braithwood and her husband, Andy of Winthrop; his
great-grandchildren, Isabelle Berry, Sophia Hinkley, Elyse and Jac-lynne Hinkley and Emma and Bradley Braithwood; and two
very special cousins, Carolyn Robertson and Brother Irenee
Richard who were always there for us when we needed extra support. He loved
all of his cousins. |
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Harry W. Dixon Past Post Commander May 14, 1923 – October 28, 2018 Skowhegan – Harry W. Dixon
Jr., 95, of Skowhegan, passed away on Sunday October 28, 2018 at The Cedar
Ridge Nursing Home in Skowhegan with his loving family by his side. He was
born in Boothbay Harbor, Maine on May 14, 1923, the son of the late Harry W.
Dixon Sr. and Alice (Lewis) Dixon. He served his country in
the U. S. Army during WW II. He landed on the beaches of Normandy during the
Great Invasion of Northern France, Rhineland, Ardennes and Central Europe
where he earned and was issued The World War II Victory Medal. Following his Honorable
Discharge from the Service, he married his sweetheart, Mary Gertrude Golder
on August 10, 1946 at Trinity Church in Lewiston. She passed away in 1983. He
then married Charlene Black in 2000 who passed away in 2003. He lived and worked
in the Lewiston area his entire life as a watch and clock serviceman, many of
those years at J. Dostie Jewelry on Lisbon St. He was very proud of having
gone to Switzerland to earn his certification as a Rolex Technician. He was a lifetime member
of Trinity Church in Lewiston, civil defense director in Sabattus, fireman,
reserve officer, a member of the Sabattus and Skowhegan Legions, the Exchange
Club of Auburn and was also a very dedicated Boy Scout Leader in Sabattus. In
his spare time, he was known as a man who loved to tinker with anything he
could get his hands on. Harry was a man who loved
being involved with his community, serving his country and especially
spending time with his family. Harry is survived by his
special friend: Thelma Lever, 2 children: Stephen Dixon and wife Kathy of
Warren, Me., Carol Corson of Skowhegan, 5 Grandchildren: Tabetha, Todd,
Justin, Stephen Jr., Matthew, 9 Great-grandchildren, Daughter-in-law: Gwyn
Dixon of Whitefield, a niece: Nancy MacDougall and husband Jim, her daughter
Jessica and husband Michael and their daughter: Adeline. Besides his parents,
Harry was predeceased by his wife Mary Gertrude in 1983 and wife Charlene in
2003, his son: David Dixon and his brother Wallace Dixon. The family would like to
give special thanks to the girls from Care and Comfort, Mainely Elder Care
and the staff at Cedar Ridge Nursing Home for the love and care they showed
Harry in his later years. You are invited to offer your condolences and share
fond memories with the family by visiting Harry’s guestbook at www.thefortingroupauburn.com. |
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Source: Lewiston Sun Journal May 25, 2018 |
Richard
"Frenchie" Denis 1937 - 2018 LEWISTON — Richard
Albert “Frenchie” Denis, 81, of Hebron died Monday, May 21, at St. Mary’s
Hospital in Lewiston. He was born April 15,
1937, in Lewiston, the son of Philomene and Frank Denis. He participated in
Boy Scouts as a youth and was altar boy several years for Saints Peters and
Paul Church. He worked at BIW for 30
years. He also served in the Maine Army National Guard for 26 years. He was predeceased by his
parents. He is survived by his
loving wife, Angie M. Denis, of Hebron; sister, Lorraine Levesque, of Greene;
brother, Ray Denis, of Henderson, Nev.; children Matthew, David and Andrew;
and stepchildren Priscilla and Ricky; several grandchildren, nieces and
nephews. Member of Sabattus
American Legion Post 135 for 12 years. |
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Army |
Vietnam |
Source: Lewiston Sun Journal Friday,
June 2, 2017 |
Donat
L. Fournier Past
Post Commander 1937
– 2017 SABATTUS
— Donat “Don” L. Fournier Sr., 80, passed away Thursday, June 1, in his
home, with his family at his side. He was born Jan. 10, 1937 in Auburn,
the son of Paul and Lillian Fournier. He attended Auburn schools. He served
in the U.S. Army 1954 to 1957. In 1958, he married Joan Caron and together
they raised three children. Don worked as a contractor and truck
driver most of his life. He took great pride in his family and his home. He
is remembered most for always giving a helping hand to anyone in need. He is a lifetime member of the Harry J.
Conway, Post 135 American Legion and a member of the Pastime Club, Lewiston. He is survived by his wife, Joan
(Caron) Fournier; their three children, Karen Connor and her husband, John,
of Lewiston, Lyn Carroll and her husband, Greg, of Virginia, and Donat “Don”
Fournier Jr. and his wife, Ronda. of Sabattus; as well as his seven grandchildren,
Patricia Veilleux and her husband, Richard, Chad Fournier and his fiancée,
Natasha, Joshua Connor, Ryan Michaud and his wife, Sara, Candace Baker and
her husband, Joshua, Caleb Fournier and his wife, Chelsea and Christine
Carroll; and seven great-grandchildren, Jacob Veilleux, Leanna Mulligan, Owen
Michaud, Sophia Veilleux, Alyvia Fournier, Evan Michaud, and Nora Fournier.
He is also survived by his siblings, Joyce St. Pierre and her husband, Roger,
of Auburn, George Fournier and his wife, Joyce, of Tennessee, Lillian Wright
and her husband, Sumner "Dutch,” of Florida, Leroy Fournier and his
wife, Elaine, of Lewiston, and Pauline Paradis of Poland; and many extended
family members. He was predeceased by his parents, Paul
and Maxine Fournier, and Lillian (Michaud) Fournier and his siblings, Paul Fournier
Jr., Claire St. Laurent, and Victor Fournier. The family would like to thank the
staff at Central Maine Medical Center T3 and Androscoggin Home Care and
Hospice for their dedication to Don. You made him feel safe, secure and
loved. |
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Army |
Korea |
Source: Lewiston Sun Journal Saturday,
April 16, 2016 |
Eugene B.
Deslauriers 1925
– 2016 LEWISTON
— Eugene B. Deslauriers, 90, formerly of 18 Union St., Sabattus, died
Wednesday, April 13, at Montello Manor in Lewiston. Born
in Lewiston on Oct. 20, 1925, he was the son of Josephat and Yvonne Sylvain
Deslauriers. Educated
locally, he left high school early to enlist in the U.S. Navy and serve
during World War II. After the war, he returned to Maine and on April 12,
1947, married the former Muriel Scott. He was employed for a while at the
Farnsworth Mill in Lisbon and later went to work as a truck driver for
Anthoine Rubber Co. in Lewiston. He
enjoyed hunting and fishing, home-brewing his own beer and was always tinkering
with projects around the house. A devoted father to his two sons, he was
active in the Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts while they were growing up. He had
strong ties to the Sabattus area, serving on the board of directors of the
Sabattus Regional Credit Union, as a member of the American Legion Post No.
135 and as a member of Our Lady of the Rosary Church. Besides
his loving wife of Lewiston, survivors include a son, Michael and wife, Ann,
of Sabattus; a sister, Irene Boisvert of Georgetown and Lauderhill, Fla.;
three grandchildren, Vicki Roy, Michael Deslauriers II and Amy Morissette;
five great-grandchildren, Keagan Deslauriers, Emily Roy, Abriana Deslauriers,
Olivia Roy and Isaac Morissette; and nieces and nephews, Terence Nadeau,
Raymond Boisvert, Robert Boisvert, Janet Scott Wood and Robert Scott. Besides
his parents, he was predeceased by a son, David Deslauriers; brother-in-law,
Donat Boisvert; brother and sister-in-law, Hector and Maxine Nadeau; brother
and sister-in-law, Gerald and Loreen Scott; and nephew, Donat Boisvert. |
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Navy |
WWII |
Source: Lewiston Sun Journal Wednesday,
April 29, 2015 |
Alcide L. Castonguay 1949 - 2015 BOWDOIN
— Alcide L. Castonguay, 65, of Bowdoin, passed away on Monday, April 27, at
his home. He
was born in Lewiston on Oct. 2, 1949, a son of the late Antoine and Yvette
(Dube) Castonguay. He grew up in the Sabattus area and attended local schools
there. He was a graduate of Sabattus High School, Class of 1967. In
1968, Al enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and proudly served for 20 years.
During that time, he attended the University of New Hampshire from 1977 to
1984 and received his bachelor’s degree in management. In
1972, he married Connie Tomlinson and they had three children. From
1986 to 1988, he attended West Coast University, where he earned his master’s
degree in management Information systems. On Dec. 3, 2013, he married Arlene Duricko in Key West, Fla., and the two have resided in
Bowdoin ever since. Alcide
has been a member of the American Legion Post 135 in Sabattus for 24 years
and he was also a selectman in Sabattus for six years. He was very passionate
about the farm and working on it. He put a lot of time and effort into the
farm, as well as his love for maple sugaring. He also enjoyed being outdoors,
fishing and hunting when he could. Alcide
will always be remembered as being amazing. He was one of those fellas that
would always lend a helping hand. He was quick to snicker and had a dry sense
of humor. His grandchildren, Aiden Ensor, Hunter Castonguay and Isla Hankins
were his pride and joy. He loved them fiercely and supported them generously
in all things they enjoyed. He
is survived by wife, Arlene of Bowdoin; his children, Gary Castonguay of
Sabattus, Angela Castonguay of Key West, Fla., Sarah Ensor of Hagerstown,
Md., Erica McIver of Bowdoin, Carrie McIver of Lawrence, Mass., and Larry
McIver and his wife, Ellen, of Brunswick. He also leaves behind his siblings,
Julien Castonguay and his wife, Donna, of Sabattus, Denis Castonguay and his
wife, Irene, of Sabattus, Aline Moore and her husband, Phil, of Missouri,
Maurice Castonguay and his wife, Janice, of Cape Cod, Mass., and Monnette
Lane of Texas; a brother-in-law, Normand LaChance of Sabattus; as well as
three grandchildren. He
was predeceased by his sister, Ann LaChance. |
US Air Force |
Vietnam |
Source: https://maine.funeral.com |
Reginald J. Dakin Past Post Commander February 19, 1937 -
December 22, 2014 Winthrop ~ Reginald J. Dakin, 77, of Old Lewiston Road, died
unexpectedly on Friday, December 19, 2014 at the Maine Veterans Home. He was born in Farmington, Maine on February 19, 1937, the son of
Merton and Carolyn (Turner) Dakin.
He was past Commander at the Sabattus American Legion Post 135, and was
a member of the Alfred Maxwell American Legion Post 40 in Winthrop.
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Source: Lewiston Sun Journal Tuesday, October 7, 2014 |
Gerard
R. Galipeau March 10, 1938 - 2014 WALES
— Gerard R. Galipeau, 76, a resident of Wales, passed away Sunday, Oct. 5, at
his home surrounded by his loving family. He
was born March 10, 1938, in Lewiston, the son of Gerard and Therese (Beaule)
Galipeau. Gerard attended Lewiston schools. On
Nov. 5, 1960, at Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Sabattus, Gerard and
Lorette Morissette were married. He
proudly served in the U.S. Army Reserves for eight years. Gerry worked as a
millwright at International Paper in Jay, and worked with various
construction companies before starting his own carpentry business, known as
G.R. Galipeau Construction. He
was an avid hunter and fisherman and enjoyed going to his camp in West Forks. Gerard
was a member of the Eagles Club in Lewiston and the American Legion in
Sabattus. He
is survived by his wife of 54 years, Lorette Galipeau of Wales; his children
and their spouses, Lena Galipeau and Don Champagne of Wales, Dorothy and Fred
Mason of Lisbon, Gerard Galipeau Jr. and Lisa White of Wales; seven
grandchildren, Christopher and wife, Chrissandra, Jack and girlfriend,
Amethyst, Tom and wife, Angella, Wendy and husband, Noel, Thomas and wife,
Nancy, Amanda and husband, Michael, and Hunter; five great-grandchildren;
sisters, Rita Morissette of Florida and Jeanette McCarthy of Lewiston; and
many nieces and nephews. He
was predeceased by his parents; his mother-and father-in-law; and several
special aunts and uncles. |
US
Army |
Vietnam |
Source: Lewiston Sun Journal Wednesday, July 9, 2014 |
Robert A. Levesque Sr. May 23, 1936 – July 7, 2014 LEWISTON — Robert A. Levesque
Sr., 78, a resident of Sabattus, died unexpectedly on Monday, July 7, at
Central Maine Medical Center. He was born in Sanford on May 23, 1936, a
son of the late Alfred J. and Geraldine (Bodwell) Levesque. Bob attended
Sanford schools and graduated from Sanford High School, Class of 1954. He served for five
years in the U.S. Navy. Following his military service in Korea, he was
employed at Pioneer Plastics in Sanford and moved to Auburn in 1965, as a
foreman as well as co-owner of Pollyanna’s Catering for 11 years with his
wife, Pauline. He retired from Pioneer Plastics in 1988 as a project manager.
He also served as scoutmaster of Troop 327 in Sanford and served as a
committee member for Scout Troop 111 in Auburn for a number of years. During
retirement, Bob was employed for 15 years at Sears, retiring in 2007. The Franco American
War Veterans Association was a huge part of his life. He spent countless
hours donating his time and held almost all elected positions in the
organization, including national vice commander. He was a member of the
American Legion Post 135 in Sabattus and a member of the AMVETS Post 6 in New
Gloucester. He is survived by his
wife, the former Pauline Brosseau, whom he married on Sept. 1, 1958, of
Sabattus; one daughter, Debra Sparks and her husband, Thomas, of Rumford;
three sons, Robert A. Levesque Jr. and his wife, Wendy, of Turner, Randy
Levesque and his wife, Jennifer, of Lisbon and Raymond Levesque and his wife,
Cindy, of Mechanic Falls; one brother, Richard Levesque and his wife,
Patricia, of Springvale; three sisters, Patricia Morin and her husband,
Roland, of Sun City, Ariz., Linda France of Sanford and Shirley Demers and
her husband, David, of Sanford; 12 grandchildren; one great-granddaughter;
and several nieces and nephews. Besides his parents,
he was predeceased by a special aunt and uncle, Yvonne and Philip Randall; as
well as two sisters, Joanne Gray and Jacqueline Demers; and a brother, Ronald
J. Levesque. |
US Navy |
Korea |
Source: Lewiston Sun
Journal Saturday,
August 24, 2013 |
Ralph
H. Bailey Jr. March 12, 1926 –
August 19, 2013 SABATTUS — Ralph H.
Bailey Jr., 87, of Chadbourne Road in Lewiston, died on Monday, Aug. 19, at the
home of his daughter Judy Pinard where he had been staying for the last few
months. He was born on March
12, 1926, the son of the late Ralph H. and Gertrude (Brink) Bailey in
Farmingdale. He graduated from Edward Little High School in 1943. Ralph
joined the Army-Air Force and served in WWII as a tail-gunner in the Pacific
Theatre in the 500th Bomber Squadron. On June 12, 1948, he
married the love of his life, Frances V. Terrio, in Sabattus. He worked for
Ducharme Bros. and Satler Corp. as a mason, then at Bates College until his
retirement. Ralph was a member of the American Legion Post 135 in Sabattus
and Our Lady of the Rosary Church in Sabattus. Ralph was a devoted
husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was an avid fisherman,
he loved camping and hunting, and he and Frances traveled across the U.S. to
Alaska. He especially enjoyed his plane and flying out of Twitchells
Airport with his friends, Cedric Abbot, Bob Chouinard and Dick Thayer. Ralph is survived by
his wife of 65 years, Frances; two sons, Michael and his wife, Claire Bailey,
of Poland, William and his wife, Janice Bailey, of Sabattus; and one
daughter, Trudy and her husband, Ronald Pinard, of Sabattus; six
grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and a sister, Freeda Fickett
Merrill of Ft. Myers, Fla. He was predeceased by
his brothers, Alden and George; and a sister, Ermengarde Tibbetts. |
US Army US Air Force |
WW II |
Source: Lewiston Sun Journal Wednesday, July 24, 2013 |
Guy Frechette Passed: July 17, 2013 BOSTON — Guy Frechette, 65, of Monmouth
passed away peacefully at the West Roxbury VA Medical Center on the evening
of July 17, in the presence of his family. Born and educated in Lewiston, Guy was
proud of having earned his GED. He worked locally as an automotive mechanic
and was known to have an extraordinary, self-taught sense of how things
worked. He took great pride in being able to
provide for his family by fixing things that were broken and creating useful
things out of nearly nothing. He served as a Marine in the Vietnam
War, earning medals for service, including a Purple Heart which he recently
accepted, but struggled to feel he deserved. He returned from Vietnam,
carrying burdens he had difficulty overcoming. He had tremendous love for his family
despite strained relationships he struggled to repair and was grateful for
mended relationships in his later years. He leaves behind his wife and greatest
love, Marlene; his children, Annette and Mike, Dianna, Robert, Amy, Tammy and
Michael and their spouses; brothers, Henry and Denis and sister, Connie, and
their spouses, including Joselyn Frechette, a special person in his life; and
many much-loved grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He will also be missed by
his special friend, Bob, who helped him heal greatly in recent years. Guy chose a simple cremation without a
service in keeping with the simplicity of his life, wishing that any
celebrations be in remembrance of his life. |
US Marine Corps |
Vietnam |
Source: Lewiston Sun Journal Wednesday,
June 17, 2015 |
Rowena
'Red' J. Wright February 14, 1924 –
2015 AUBURN — Rowena “Red”
J. Wright, 91, of Sabattus passed away after a brief illness at the
Androscoggin Hospice House in Auburn. She was born in Wilton
on Feb. 14, 1924, the daughter of the late Gerry and Caroline (McLaughlin)
Swett. She attended local schools and graduated from Wilton Academy in 1942.
On June 22, 1942, she married her husband, Wallace Wright, and together, they
raised their family of two children. Rowena worked many
years at Shaw’s supermarket, checking out the first customer in the Auburn
store, before she retired from full-time work. She later became a lunch aide
at Longley Elementary School until the age of 80, when she stopped working. Red was a person that
loved adventure, excitement and taking daredevil chances. On her 90th
birthday, she jumped on the back of a snowmobile for a nice ride and had
plans to skydive. Being outside and camping was always a pleasurable event
for Red, and she spent 37 years at Muskegon Campground in Oxford. While
there, she would ride in the back of the race cars from Oxford Plains
Speedway and make trips around the campground. She was an Eastern
Star and American Legion Auxiliary member for over 70 years. In all of those
years, she only missed one Memorial Day parade. No matter the time of year,
you could count on Red having some Drumstick ice cream cones and any kind of
chocolate. She is survived by
her daughter, Shelia and her husband, Francisco Ortiz, of New Jersey; four
grandchildren, Arrica Wright Cooper and her husband, Robert Cooper, Natasha
Wright, Jennifer Meza, and Joshua W. and his wife, Natalia Ortiz; and three
great-grandchildren, Alexandre Meza, Devon Meza and Sydney W. Cooper. Rowena
was predeceased by her husband; her son, Gerry Wright in 2010; and her
sister, Delcena Welch. She will be missed by
many friends and family members. |
Post 135 American Legion Auxiliary Navy Spouse |
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Source: www.dignitymemorial.com |
David
D. Tapley 1924 – 2011 Lewiston
- David Derwood Tapley, 86, World War II veteran, of Lewiston, died Monday,
May 2, 2011 at Marshwood Center. Born in Litchfield, Conn. June 12, 1924 son
of the late Allen Tapley and Grace (Doucette) Tapley. David
enlisted in the United States Marine Corp December 30, 1941, serving his
country proudly in the capture and defense of Guadalcanal, Rendova and Munda
Islands with the USMC 9th defense battalion. He
was a lifetime member of VFW Post 9150 in Lewiston and American Legion Post 135 of Sabattus. After
the war, he was employed by Whiteholm Dairy, Specialty Paper Co., State Paper
Co, St. Mary's Hospital and Central Maine Medical Center. David married
Clarice Casson on September 3, 1951, having 59 years and 8 months together.
He was a devoted, loving husband, father and grandfather. He
is survived by his wife; two sons, Ronald Tapley and wife Linda and Alan
Tapley and wife Sarah; one daughter Barbara Kennedy and husband Scott; 5
grandchildren, Justin, Quintin and Veronica Pringle, Cole and Chase Tapley; 4
sisters, Ione, Shirley, Merline and Bonnie. He was predeceased by a brother,
Norman and two sisters, Daisy and Arlene. David's
family extends a special thank you to Androscoggin Hospice Care for his
comforting, loving care, especially to Kate, Guy, Beth and Barbara also to
the staff from the Gilbert Wing at Marshwood Center and a big thank you to
the Veterans Administration. |
US Marine Corps |
WWII |
Source: Lewiston Sun Journal Saturday, February 13, 2010 |
Wallace E.
Wright Past Post
Commander July 30, 1925 – February 8, 2010 AUBURN — Wallace E. Wright, 84, a resident
of Island Road in Sabattus, passed away Monday, Feb. 8, at the Hospice House,
with family at his side. He was born in Sabattus, July 30, 1925, a
son of Arthur and Jennie (Ligget) Wright. He was educated in local schools and
remained a lifelong and active resident of this community. On June 22, 1944,
he married Rowena Swett. He was a veteran of the military, having served his
country in the Navy during World War II. He was an extremely dedicated, loyal and
active member of his community and a very patriotic American who took great
pride in his country and helping others. For many years, he was a volunteer
for various local community groups and would strip copper to get money that
he could donate to many different deserving community groups in need. His civic memberships included years on the
Sabattus Fire Department and school board as well as serving as a Sabattus
selectman, member of Sabattus Senior Citizens and a volunteer and leader for
the Sabattus Boy Scouts. He was a member and strong supporter of
both the VFW and the American Legion and was a 64-year member of Sabattus
Legion Post 135, where he held an official office almost every year,
including serving as a seven-time past commander and past legion county
commander. For more than 50 years, he participated in every Sabattus Memorial
Day parade and in 1978, he donated the land and building where the current
post stands today. In 1988, a new addition to the building was constructed
and dedicated to the post from Wallace and his brothers. He was a 59-year member of the Masons,
serving in various chairs throughout the years, including past master of
Webster Lodge 164. He was a member and past worthy patron of Order of the
Eastern Star, Lakeside Chapter 60, as well as a member of Kora Temple Shrine.
For many years, he donated his own money to provide tickets for local
children to attend the Shrine Circus. Among his favorite enjoyments in his free
time were playing horseshoes, cribbage, billiards, fishing, cooking and
camping, as he and his wife Rowena spent 38 summers as regulars at Two Lakes
Campground in Oxford. He leaves his wife of 65 years, Rowena
Wright of Sabattus; a daughter, Shelia Ortiz and her husband, Frank, of
Elizabeth, N.J.; four grandchildren, Arrica Cooper and husband, Robert,
Natasha Wright, Jennifer Meza and husband, Javier and Joshua Ortiz; two
great-grandchildren, Alex Meza and Devon Meza; a great-granddaughter, Sydney
Cooper, soon to be born, due March 1; two sisters, Mildred Darling and
Shirley Duquette, both of Sabattus; a brother, Robert Wright and wife, Rita,
also of Sabattus; and two sisters-in-law, Dorothy Wright and Vada Wright. He was predeceased by his son, Gerry W.
Wright on Feb. 5 in Florida; his brothers, Albion, James, Phillip and George;
and his sisters, Edna, Mary and Margaret. He will be missed dearly by many
nieces and nephews. |
US Navy |
WW II |
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