She loved being with people and sharing her passion for living. As a domestic engineer most of her life, she gave all of her love and dedication to her children. She will always be remembered for her endless love of her husband, children and family friends. A special thanks to Dr. Sarah Skelton from Family Health Associates who assisted the family in the transition to hospice care, a decision that greatly enhanced the quality of Terrys last few months of life. An absolutely wonderful cook who shared his creations with all. Auburn-Elaine May Farnham Gray, 63 of Chesterville died on Saturday, July 19 at Androscoggin Hospice House after a short illness.. She was born on July 2, 1945 in Rumford, Maine. Linn had been married to the former Debra Boisvert. Joseph P., Robert, Richard, and Albert Chartier, sisters Florence Felos and Madeline Michaud, 12 grandchildren, and14 great grandchildren. Bill also worked as a draftsman for Esso/Exxon developing road maps. She truly enjoyed her last four years, living at D'Youville Pavilion. After a harrowing escape from France ahead of the Nazi invasion, her family eventually made it to American shores, settling in Forest Hills, NY, achieving American citizenship on February 26th, 1946. A private service will be held Wednesday. Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives LLC, Lewiston. He was born in Stonefort, Ill., on June 24, 1923, to Guy Everett Sr. and Laura Johnson. Your care and compassion were matched by her spunk and lively attitude. He also attended the University of Maine at Farmington. Eileen loved everyday of her life and believed in prayer. Arthur died peacefully on September 24, 2006 at home with family and pets. He will also be sadly missed by his house mates Elaine Beaudoin, Normand Morin, and Hartman Cyr. Ella F. Peabody . Mr. Seymour sang in choirs, glee clubs, and choruses most of his life, including the University Glee Club of Hartford and the Choral Arts Society of Portland. Services will be announced at a later date. Auburn-John S. Nevitt of Waterford passed away on June 19, 2007 at the Hospice House in Auburn from complications related to a brain tumor. A trickster and one who loved joking around, Larry loved to comment on everyone's bad coffee while sitting at the kitchen table. In 2005 she received a President's Volunteer Service Award "In recognition and appreciation of (her) commitment to serving our nation and for making a difference through volunteer service." On September 29, 1992 he was coronated a Sovereign Grand Inspectors General 33-degree Mason of the Ancient Accepted Scottish Rite of the Northern Masonic Federation of the United States of America. Condolences can be expressed at www.funeralalternatives.net. He got his first moose permit just this last year and shot a 900 lb. Family and friends are invited to call on Friday, June 9th from 2 to 4pm and 7 to 9pm at Funeral Alternatives 25 Tampa St. Lewiston. In New York City, he was on the Speakers Bureau of United Parents Association. SOUTH PARIS - Arlene E. Brown died Nov. 25, at Market Square Health Center, where she had resided for the past six weeks. . Phil also enjoyed basketball in high school and college and once played against the Harlem Globetrotters. Sue worked for many years at Ames Department Store in the shoe department. . They have one daughter, Pamela. Jean worked in several local shoe shops and as a C.N.A. Fred is survived by his sons Edward of Portland, William and his wife Shelia of New Boston, NH, and Richard and his wife Susan of Freeport; daughters Margaret and husband Keith Hall of Raymond, and Barbara and husband Todd Thomas of Freeport. She leaves behind her two loving sister best friends-Lori Argue and Gert Franklin. Richard then went on to serve his country proudly in the US Marines during the Korean Conflict. He worked many years at Bath Iron Works and for various area construction companies. Uel A. and Dorothy Gardner of Farmington, N.H. He was employed in past years at Wellmans, Bates Mill, Channel 10 in Lewiston, as a Steeple Jack, Painter, Carpenter prior to retirement. He married Lotus A. McKenna on July 8, 1958 and together the raised their family. During his time in Missouri, John survived two bouts of non-Hodgkins lymphoma, including treatment with a stem cell transplant. She shared fond memories of her uncles camp at Bailey Island and the day of horse drawn carts delivering ice and vegetables to her home on Broad St. in Auburn. Richard was a member of the AF & AM in Bowdoinham, Merrymeeting Armature Radio Club, and the VP-23 Association. Harold was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed spending time in the summer and fall with his family members hunting and fishing. San Jose, California 95118-5226 . He was a 25 year Boy Scout leader in New Jersey. She was predeceased by her husband, Edward (Ted) Hastings Sr.; her son, Edward (Bub) Hastings Jr.; and longtime companion, Leo Hardy. Augusta-Patricia Palmer, 81, passed awa. She is survived by a daughter Brenda Mckissick, Grandchildren Kellie Ridley, Ken Batron, Deborah Martel, Ronald Tierney, Michelle Meyer, Quinn Tierney, several great Grandchildren, Sisters Geneva Greenlaw of Lubec, Bernadine Davis of Lynn, Ma., and Daughter in-law Janis Batron. Next, Lorna moved to Randolph, ME where she and her husband built a home. The family would like to thank Hospice House for the wonderful care given to her. Augusta-Skeet (Oscar H.) Luce, Jr., 50, died peacefully surrounded by his family on Thursday, June 28, 2007 after a courageous battle with a long illness.. Skeet was born March 1, 1957 in Hartford, Connecticut to Oscar Sr. and Gloria. can stop at any time. Her works are proudly displayed there and continue to bring joy to those who gaze upon them. He was born in Brooklyn, New York on September 15, 1938 the fifth child of Joseph and Loretta Nevitt. He also introduced Chest Physiotherapy to the hospital. Falmouth-John Lawrence Adams, 78, a long time resident of Westbrook, passed away peacefully May 22nd 2007, at Sedgewood Commons following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on Dec. 8, 1944, to Chester and Mildred Porter of Saugus, Mass. John proudly served his country in the United States Navy during WWII as a fireman. The Quintals current home in Freeport was built solely by Herman with a little help from his faithful companion, Rocky. She is beloved by four generations of campers and camp staff, by neighbors and friends; loving mother of Michael (Claire) and Jonathan (Kathleen); devoted grandmother of Adam, Brian (Jennifer), Gabrielle (Michael), and Benjamin; great-grandmother to Charlie, Adelaide and Zadie. Her hobbies were knitting, camping, reading, cooking, gardening and going to all the fairs to watch the horse shows. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, March 4, 2006 at Holy Family Catholic Church Sabattus St. Lewiston at 11am. She worked several years in a shoe shop & after retiring from there, Elsie went to work in a nursing home. He was a resident of Lewiston, Maine for over 21 years. From 1960s-1984 she managed a shoe store in Hanover, MA. It was at Bates that he met the love of his life, Janet (Suomela) Compton. She worked at Bert's Restaurant for 24 years and at Uncle Moe's Diner in Sabattus until she retired. At Ms. Fourniers request there will be no visiting hours. In high school, she was active in extra curricular activities; especially cheerleading and gymnastics. She was not very handy, nor did she master the computer but she wove people together in beautiful tapestries and communicated her presence--without the Internet. Learn More Prepaid Funeral Plans They spent their married lives in Newport, Rhode Island; Fort Collins, Colorado; Holliston, Massachusetts and Grafton, Massachusetts. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in her memory to High Street Congregational Church, Pleasant Street, Auburn, or Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice, 236 Stetson Road, Auburn. He spent many enjoyable days at Reggie's garage and Ted's garage in North Anson sharing stories and bantering with friends and customers. Auburn- Michael J. Parise, 51, of Abbot, passed away on Saturday, August 19, at Hospice House in Auburn. Box 105 Lovell, ME 04051. She left high school to work as a seamstress in a clothing factory. He was predeceased by his brother Dwight Morse and his sisters Irene Barschdorf, Lucille Duffy and Alberta Lidback. She was born in Beverly, January 17, 1957, daughter of the late George E. and Antoinette (DiAnni) Manson. He was born on December 31, 1948 in Lewiston, the son of Paul and Catherine Blodgett. Lorraine was predeceased by her mother Merilda Gravel, Father Joseph Dion , 2 Sisters Pauline Duplessis, Germaine St.Cyr and 1 Brother Roger Dion. She retired early in life due to illness. He is also survived by his brothers Ken, of Wickenburg, Ariz., and Burt, of Newport, R.I., and their families. Arrangements by Funeral Alternatives LLC, 25 Tampa Street, Lewiston. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to The Ocular Immunology and Uveitis Foundation, 5 Cambridge Center, 8th Floor, Cambridge MA 02142. He lived most of his life in Lewiston, then moved to his summer home on Sabattus Lake when he retired. Dana taught math, science and debating at Presque Isle High School, and also coached track, Nordic and Alpine skiing, and speed skating. Mrs. Stern first taught at Randolph-Macon in 1961 and received a permanent faculty appointment in 1968. D.A. Gray-Gerda F. Watson, 77, of Morton Rd. He proudly served in the US Navy during the Vietnam War. There will be a memorial service to celebrate his life and memory at the Portland Free Methodist Church, 240 Congress St., on Friday, August 17th at 5pm. He was a member of the American Legion Smith-Tobey Post 21 in Bath and the Verterans of Foreign Wars in Topsham. Together with her husband, she was co-owner of LaRoche Insurance from 1980, until her retirement in 1997. As a carpenter, he started his first and only business, "JR's Home Improvements.". He was predeceased by his parents and his sister Susan. She was also director of public service information for the Massachusetts Audubon Society for 14 years. They enjoyed many activities together including fishing and target shooting. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Development Office, Central Maine Medical Center, 300 Main Street, Lewiston, 04240. Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives, LLC 25 Tampa St. Lewiston,Me 04240. She was a graduate of Edward Little High School. Arrangements are under the care of Funeral Alternatives, LLC 500 Route One, Yarmouth. A private ceremony will be held at a later date. She was born in Martins Ferry, Ohio, Oct. 11, 1934, the daughter of the late Ruth Tyler Mayle and Woodrow Williams. Burial will be held on Thursday, October 18th, at 1PM with military honors at the new Maine Veterans Cemetery, Mt. They were able to take her boating this summer and to attend her favorite show, "Les Miserable," in Brunswick just a few weeks ago. Ashlee was vibrant, thoughtful and full of life. He also served a term on the local school board. Gabe is survived by her daughter, Louise Spugnardi of Pueblo, Colorado, and, her son, John L. Parent Jr. and his wife Judy, of Readfield; her sisters Marcelle Grenier, Pauline Dumont, and Simone Lemay; her grandchildren, Ann Chouinard, Donna Holly, Rick Spugnardi, Cindy Paine, Jessica Parent, Lena Parent, and Nicholas Asselin; her great grandchildren, Anna, Ella, Abigail, Amelia, Ben, Rose, and Alex; nieces and nephews, Rita, Monique, Connie, Terry, Cecile, Karen, Randy, Scott, Jennifer, Dawn, Chris, Julie, Jiggs, Tina, Josh, Pauline, and Shannon; very special friends, Guilda, Terry, and Diane, and her pool buddies, Frank, Audrey, and Carroll. In lieu of flowers, if you wish send donations to the Salvation Army, Boys Club or YMCA Portland in Phil's name. He began spending winters in Florida in 1975, and worked for several years at Jim Vickers' ranch. A graveside service will be held at the Forest Hill Cemetery in Dresden on Saturday, October 18, 2008 at 1 P.M. All are invited. Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association of Maine, 170 US Route 1, Suite 250, Falmouth,ME04105. At Neals request there will not be any visiting hours or funeral service. Mike was the former President of Gorham Savings Bank and a banker in Portland for over 30 years. Messages run for up to one year and you SOUTH PORTLAND -- Marion F. Sacre, 92, of South Portland, died on Jan. 10, 2008, at South Portland Nursing Home. He is survived by his parents, a sister Tania Silver of Alton, NH, a niece Kristine Silver of Madison, TN, and several aunts and uncles. And even in his final farewell, Kurt understood the power of love. Her fulfilling life on Chebeague included, as a summer complaint, raising three boys, as well as running a taxi service the summers of 1959 & 1960. Auburn, Me 04210. An avid outdoorsman and skier, he began a ski industry career at Cannon Mountain (N.H.) in the 1950s. 3 daughters, Tina & Gerald McLean of Sabattus, Sara Killmeyer of Lewiston, Linette & Michael Seaman of Livermore, A son Paul Killmeyer of Lewiston, and a stedaughter Mary & David Murphy of Lewiston. Lisa and her mother Peggy became Reiki Master teachers and hypnotherapists, and together opened Reiki Partners, a Complementary Healing/Energy Practice in Scarborough, in 2001. Grandchildren Cody Flowers, William, Timothy and Daniel Morse, Elizabeth and twins Eric and Andrew Hiehert. He was born on April 15, 1928, in Orange, N.J., the son of Wilfred E. and Josephine A. Eaton. FALMOUTH -- Ellen M. Wood, 79, of Falmouth, passed away peacefully at home on Sept. 2, 2006, surrounded by family and friends following a courageous battle with cancer. Box 1371, Portland, ME 04104), Sweetser, The Arthritis Foundation and the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Jackie is survived b. her 3 children Claire Angers of Oregon, Collette McMinch of New Hampshire, Charles Angers of Lewiston, grandchildren Henry Giasson, Robert McMinch, Vanessa McMinch and a dear sister in-law Rita Angers, brother in-laws Babe Aurelien Larochelle, Norman Angers, many nieces and nephews. Sandy worked for TD Banknorth in the call center for many years. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to the Hospice House, 236 Stetson Road, Auburn, ME 04210. Surviving are a daughter, Dr. Sue Righthand Stahl and her husband, Brian Stahl, of Somerville; and two grandchildren, Belinda and Caterina. She loved music and in the summers she played piano at the Squaw Mountain Inn. He was born in Memphis, Tenn., on June 4, 1953, a son of Norman E. Duggan and Jane H. Colarusso. Workman Trust, care of Richard Fecteau, 284 Ramsdell Road, Farmington, ME 04938. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to Clover Manor on 440 Minot Ave., in Auburn, ME 04210. Messages of condolence may be forwarded to 53 Birch Ave, Oxford, Maine 04270.. Good bye Gram. Survivors include his son Fred and wife Donna of Savannah, Georgia, granddaughter Lisa Brown and husband Jason of West Caldwell, New Jersey, grandson. Whether with fellow scientists, second graders, clam diggers, or politicians, Dana proselytized the preciousness of our marine resources. Auburn, Me 0421. Her professional career included a number of years as administrative assistant to the law firm Rowe and Ruffalo, of Livermore Falls. He worked for many years for the U.S. Gypsum plant prior to retiring in April of this year. He is survived by his sons; Kenneth Harvey, Steven Harvey, and Tim Harvey, his daughters; Joan Grenier, Joyce Murphy, and Linda Penney, and several grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Whether visiting in Rangeley, having breakfast with his aunt, Amelia Richards, on Sunday mornings, or hanging out in Vermont with his daughter, son-in-law and granddaughter (the light of his life), he was always surrounded by many who loved him. She was born Nov. 16, 1920, in Auburn She graduated from Edward Little High School, Class of 1937. She was a lover of cats and a supporter of many animal organizations. She grew up in an extended household including her mother, sister, four uncles, grandfather and grandmother. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Coffee Fund, VAVS Togus, 1 VA Center, Togus, ME 04330. She is survived by three sons, Jeffery D. of Dixfield, William P. wife Patricia and sons Andrew and Brian of Somerset NJ, Robert J. wife Katherine and son Robert of North Reading, MA and her daughter Patricia A. and son Corey of Saco. FrEEPORT Arthur D. Smith, 87, of Mae Lane in Topsham, died Wednesday, March 7, 2007, at the Freeport Nursing Home. There will be no calling hours. She was predeceased by her beloved husband William Lewis, father Clarence Broad, a son William Lewis Jr., and a brother Richard Broad. She was born June 9th, 1941 in Freeport, the daughter of John A. Carter and Phyllis York. He loved watching the Red Sox play and always referred to them as "My Sox" He is survived by his loving Wife of 53 years Juliet of Rumford; his two Sons Michael and Wife Gloria of Rumford; Steve and Wife Tracey of Turner; six Grandchildren: Eric and Shawn of Turner; Meagan, Sarah and Allison of Rumford and Jason of Long Beach, California. Also many great friends. Jim was a longtime member of the Assemblies of God Church in Lewiston where he was one of the past commanders and founding members of the Royal Rangers for the church and the District. Clayton started school at age four and attended one room schools until beginning high school at North Yarmouth Academy. Neal and JoAnne attended the United Methodist Church in Bridgton. Auburn-Carol Ann Woodbury, 61, of 56 Hersey Hill Rd, Minot, died Sunday October 22, 2006 at The Hospice House of Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice after a lengthy battle with breast cancer. Thomas was Past Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Maine of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows, a member of Saco Rebekah Lodge #2, Saco Grange #93, and Cornerstone United Methodist Church in Saco. He was a successful general contractor because he was well organized, reliable, and a skillful diplomat. Any employee can tell you about Dave coming to their home to move furniture, fix a light, do some plumbing, or help with their pets. Victoria Gifford, Michael She will be sadly missed by her pet Chihuahua, Mingo; and also her niece and nephew cats and dogs, Max (a Chihuahua), Maggie (a Shih Tzu), Quaker and Moses (both cats), and Brigitta and Jessie, (both Weimaraners). In the few years before his retirement, he worked at The Oxford County Courthouse and The Oxford Hills School District in maintenance and custodial services. Gardiner passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 14, 2008 at Central Maine Medical Center, Lewiston. She leaves a daughter Linda Pomerantz residing in Auburn; a granddaughter, Sandra Pomerantz residing in Waltham, Massachusetts; a son, Michael DeSantis and his wife, Kathy residing in Sacramento, California; two sisters, Dora Greenwood residing in Lakewood, New Jersey and Gilda Perry and her husband, Edward residing in Brick, New Jersey. . He resided in Livermore Falls, with his family until 1990 at which time they moved to Lewiston. In recognition of her many accomplishments, Henrietta was awarded a tenure-track position at the NIMH in 1994. He is survived by his wife Helen and their children: Jennifer of San Francisco, California; Amy of St. Helens, Oregon; Rachel and husband David of Burlington, Vermont; Rebecca and husband Tony of Los Angeles, California; two grandchildren; three brothers, Joseph of Lantana, Florida, Ralph of Bridgewater, New Jersey, Richard of Manville, New Jersey; and many cousins, nieces and nephews. An 80-year-old Minnesota woman will not be missed by her children, according to a spiteful obituary published Monday. In 1995, Henrietta and her family relocated to Providence RI, where she was named a Professor of Psychiatry and Human Development at Brown University School of Medicine. Auburn, Me 04210. She moved to California for several years and then to Florida. She also had many friends that were each special to her in their own way. King of Oxford, ME and St. Johnsbury, VT, and Roger B. Truman of Norway, ME. She is survived by her sons Robert Kenney and his wife Gail of Montville, Leon Kenney of Brunswick; many grandchildren and great grand children. He was born June 11, 1955, a son of Burnham and Bertha White in Lewiston. She was predeceased by an infant son, Gary; her husband, Kenneth, in 1968; her son, David, in 1976; her son, Daniel, in 2007; and a brother, Freeland Blacjette, in 2000. Henrietta was Director of Browns child psychiatry fellowship training program and the triple-board residency program in psychiatry-pediatrics-child psychiatry. He was a member of Local 496 and was a Self-Employed Logger for many years. David adored his family and spending every moment he could with his grandson. Friends and family are invited to call on Saturday, April 8th from 6 to 9pm at Gracelawn Memorial Park 980 Turner St. Auburn. Betty can be seen in many of the old photos and postcards of the Old Orchar. He was employed by the Maine Central Railroad as V.P. He was predeceased by a granddaughter Joanne Elizabeth Brewster, Sister: Gert Cote, nephew Emile Cote Sr., Great Nephew Emile Cote Jr. Don is survived by his Joan A. Brewster of Searsmont, sons Brian Brewster of Searsmont.