Washington County

Susan J. Chandler, 66, of Cherryfield, July 21. Graveside service 11 a.m. today, Thursday, Aug. 2, Evergreen Cemetery Milbridge.

Irving Thomas Creath, 72, of Holden and Lubec, July 24 at Eastern Maine Medical Center, Bangor. Service July 29.

Patsy Elaine (Denis) Luce, 68, of Marshfield, July 29 at Marshfield. Graveside service Aug. 1, Getchell Cemetery, Marshfield.

John Knapp Lunde, 76, of Machias, June 14 at a Machias hospital.

Lawrence Charles Moffett, 76, of Jonesport, July 28. Celebration of life 1 p.m. today, Thursday, Aug. 2, Sawyer Memorial Congregational Church, Jonesport.

Donald R. Smith, 75, of Princeton and Collierville, Tenn., July 25.

Natalie E. Smith, 99, of Jonesboro, July 5 at Courtland Living Center, Ellsworth. Graveside service 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, Forrest Hill Cemetery, Jonesboro.

Nellie Joanne Smith, 87, of Milbridge, July 15 at Ellsworth. Graveside service 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 8, Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Augusta.

Christopher P. Tinker, 73, of Perry, July 24. Service July 28, Perry.

Susan Ann White, 59, of Jonesport, July 23 at Downeast Community Hospital. Service July 30, Community of Christ Church, Jonesport.

Hancock County

Leni Mancuso Barrett, of Castine and Orono, July 26 at Dirigo Pines, Orono.

Allison Marie Beal, 39, of Media, Pa., formerly of Ellsworth, July 20 at her home. Visiting 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 5, Monteux House, Hancock. Graveside service 10 a.m. Monday, Aug. 6, Woodbine Cemetery, Ellsworth.

Patricia H. Blake, 83, of Northeast Harbor and Hobe Sound, Fla., July 9 at her Jupiter Island home. Private service.

Dana S. Bragdon, 56, of Blue Hill, April 25. Celebration of life 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, 218 Stover Road, Blue Hill.

Emma Elizabeth Curtis, 76, of Ellsworth, July 28. Memorial service 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, Ellsworth United Methodist Church.

Wesley Coleman Dudley II, 85, of Bar Harbor and Williamsburg, Va., July 25 at Williamsburg. Service 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug 11, St. Saviour’s Episcopal Church, Bar Harbor.

George Joseph Dyer, 86, of Bucksport, July 25.

Robert W. Fernald, 73, of Franklin, July 24 at his home. Celebration of life at later date.

Sonia Helene Bjelinki Goodman, 89, of Mount Desert, Dec. 4, 2017, at Oceanside, N.Y. Interment at Somesville, at later date.

Suzanne Holmes Googins, 83, of Lamoine, July 27 at an Ellsworth hospital. Service Aug. 1 Jordan-Fernald, Ellsworth. Interment East Lamoine Cemetery.

Barbara Ann Graves, 88, of Trenton, July 17. Celebration of life, mid September.

Alicia Maude Weed Gray, 80, of Little Deer Isle, July 22.

Gerald Orrin Gray, 81, of Sedgwick, July 10 at Island Nursing Home, Deer Isle. Celebration of life 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 5, 297 Graytown Rd.,

Betty J. Hill, 87, of Milan, Ind., formerly of Ellsworth, July 25 at Ripley Crossing, Milan. Service 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 3, Cook Rosenberger Funeral Home, Sunman, Ind. Burial St. Paul Cemetery, Sunman.

Marion E. Kelley, 62, of Bedminster, N.J., July 10. Mass 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 3, Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Bar Harbor. Celebration of life, Bar Harbor Club.

Carmen N. Chapman Morse, 90, of Ellsworth, July 27 at Bangor. Memorial service 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 12, Bible Baptist Church, Hancock.

Betty Reed, 85, of Torrington, Conn., formerly of Bar Harbor, July 30. Celebration of life 10:30 a.m. Friday, Aug. 3, First Congregational Church of Barkhamsted, Pleasant Valley, Conn. Burial Barkhamsted Center Cemetery.

Pamela L. Sargent, 56, of Fletchers Landing, July 22. Celebration of life 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, Ramada Inn, Ellsworth.

Mary Helen Sheppard, 89, of Tyngsborough, Mass., formerly of Ellsworth, Jan. 3 at Tyngsborough. Graveside service 10 a.m. Friday, Aug. 3, Woodbine Cemetery, Ellsworth.

Kathleen Sikkema, 92, formerly of Ellsworth, April 2 at her home in Seymour, Mo. Celebration of life 11 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 4, Unitarian Universalist Church, Ellsworth

Harlene M. Soper, 75, of Northeast Harbor, July 16 at Victor, N.Y. Celebration of life 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 26, Seaside UCC Parish Hall, Northeast Harbor.

Paul A. Townsend, 98, of Loudonville, N.Y., formerly of Blue Hill, July 24. Service July 28, Seaside Cemetery, Blue Hill.

Susan Chafee Welch, 91, of Sorrento, July 15 at her home. Celebration of life at later date. Interment at Bethany, Conn.

Raymond Williamson, 89, of East Orland, Jan. 11 at his home. Graveside service 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 4, Riverside Cemetery, Orono.

Darrell Glen Wilson, 56, of Ellsworth, July 21.

ELLSWORTH

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It is with sad hearts that we had to say good bye to our good friend Jasper J. Johnson on Aug. 1, 2018, after a brief illness. Jasper was born Sept. 26, 1944, to Helen Graham and Jasper Johnson in East Machias.

Throughout his life Jasper played a big role within the Downeast Horizons family. He always wanted to fly and was granted his wish back in the ’90s when he took flight in a scenic plane over Bar Harbor. He loved to fish, and looked forward to spring and summer to be able to go with whomever would take him. He was a big fan of coffee, root beer and Burger King. Jasper loved cowboy shows and Johnny Cash. He also loved spending time visiting with his friends, especially one in particular, his dearest friend, Pamela Lawson.

Jasper leaves behind two sisters, Elsie Stauffer from East Machias and Annie Lindsey from Massachusetts, many nieces and nephews and many friends who loved him as family. His hardy laugh and great sense of humor will truly be missed.

In honor of Jasper, a memorial picnic will be held at Downeast Horizons Ellsworth Center on Aug. 23.

TRENTON

Faith P. Kenney, 72, passed peacefully on July 30, 2018, at Maine Coast Memorial Hospital in Ellsworth, Maine. She was born Aug. 2, 1945, in Massachusetts, the daughter of Gordon E. and Emily M. (Sherman) Kenney. She is survived by her brother Forrest Kenney of Nashua, N.H., nephews Skip and Todd Kenney of Florida, beloved nieces and nephews. She also leaves behind three very special people who referred to her as “Grandma” and her two birds Elliott and Blue.

Besides her parents she was predeceased by a sister Florence Kenney and brother Floyd.

She graduated from Florida State University with a bachelor’s degree of education. Her career and love of children began as a special education teacher in Orlando, Fla. The highlight of her career was helping and mentoring a young special needs girl who was nonverbal and being failed by the school system. She fought for this little girl which resulted in allowing her to move into general education environment. This young woman ended up successfully performing two jobs where she directly dealt with the public, which at one time was an unachievable goal. Later in her career Faith, upon moving to Maine, became a kindergarten teacher at the Trenton Elementary School where she continued to touch the lives of many children.

Faith was a seamstress, an avid knitter and craftsperson. She found great joy in making handmade clothing for children and dolls, knitting hats for premature babies and sewing beautiful quilts. Some of her happiest moments came from giving her handmade gifts to family and friends, where you could see that every stitch was made with love.

Faith was a communicant of Church of our Father in Hulls Cove, Maine, where she worshipped and made many life long close friends. She will be missed by many. Per her request there will be no services. There will be a celebration of her life at a later date. Gifts in her memory may be made to the SPCA at 141 Bar Harbor Road, Trenton, Maine 04605 or to a charity of your choice.

MILBRIDGE

Donald Keith “Donnie” Wright, Sr. died Aug. 2, 2018, after a long illness. He was born in Lamoine, Maine, on Sept. 30, 1931, the son of Frank and Gladys (Graves) Wright. He was educated in Portland and Jonesport schools, graduating from Jonesport High School in 1949. He was a veteran of U. S. Air Force from 1950-1954, serving honorably in the Korean War.

After a brief stint with Metropolitan Life Insurance, Donnie’s career centered in the banking business. He worked for Union Trust Company of Ellsworth, rising to manager at the Ellsworth Shopping Center and Milbridge branches. After retiring from UTC, Donnie was the first manager of the Machias Savings Bank, Columbia Branch, where he retired in 1994.

Donnie was a member of the Jonesport Lodge #188 A.F. & A.M., recently receiving his 60-year pin. He became an active member of the Anah Shrine in June 1977 and the Washington County Shrine Club, where he served as president for one year. He was a founding member of the Anah Mini Car Unit and honorary member of the Anah Wheelers. He served nine years as an Anah Greeter and two years Chief Greeter, six years as an aide and was a member of the director’s staff. He was a member of the Rumery Chapter #46 Order of the Eastern Star, a member of the York Rite and Scottish Rite and past Director of the Royal Order of Jesters #150.

Donnie was involved with community activities and boards, serving as a coach of the Milbridge Little League, a director on the SAD 37 School Board, and a member of the Milbridge Water District, Milbridge Cemetery Committee and Petit Manan Ambulance Service.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Carolyn, of Milbridge; two sons, Donald Jr. of Jacksonville, Fla., and Jeffrey and wife Melody, of Ellsworth; four grandchildren, Amy Caldwell and husband Dan of Jacksonville, Fla., Erin Wright of Searsport, Courtney Taylor and husband Jacob of Ellsworth, and Cristin Wright of Ellsworth; five great grandchildren, Sarah Rowell, Danielle and Carolyn Caldwell of Jacksonville, Fla., Benjamin Curtis of Orland, and Lucas Taylor of Ellsworth; special niece Susan Mills and her husband Buddy of Jonesport, and many other nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents, mother-in-law Leona Kelley (1994) brother-in-law and sister-in-law Robert Smith (1997) and Sally (Clark) Smith (1985), sister-in-law Joan (Clark) Joy (2008), nephew Shawn Joy (2005), and granddaughter Jill Wright (1982).

Donnie’s family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to family and friends for the outpouring of love and support during this difficult time. A very special thank you to the healthcare specialists of Beacon Hospice of Bangor. In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution in Donnie’s name to the Anah Shriner’s, 1404 Broadway, Bangor, Maine 04401 or Amedisys Home Health, 289 State St., Bangor, Maine 04401.

Funeral services will be held Wednesday, Aug. 8, 2018, at 1 p.m. at the Milbridge Congregational Church, 13 Bridge St., Milbridge, with the Rev. Phyllis Merritt, officiating. Graveside services, with military honors will follow at the Evergreen Cemetery, Milbridge. A gathering of remembrance and refreshments will follow at Seaworthy’s, 23 Main St., Milbridge. Condolences and memories may be shared at www.mcclurefamilyfuneral.com

Funeral arrangements made by McClure Family Funeral Home of Machias.

GOULDSBORO

Everett (Pa) Potter Sr. embraced life for 101 years, 9 months and 13 days before peacefully letting go on July 30, 2018, surrounded by his family. There was a celebration in heaven as he was reunited with his bride of 78 years, Katherine (Stanley) Potter.

He was born the fifth child of Stephen and Ida (Scofield) Potter on Oct. 17, 1916. Siblings gone before him were baby Richard at 10 months, Beatrice at age 18, Thelma (Potter) Bunker age 82 and George who lived to be 91.

Everett attended the Morton Bunker School in South Gouldsboro but preferred being in the woods or down to the shore. As a young boy he developed a lifelong love of lobster fishing and hunting. Tales of his years on the ocean came naturally as it was the livelihood from which he provided for his wife and five children. He fished out of South Gouldsboro, the town in which he grew up and where he and Kay raised their family.

Borrowing his father’s punt to haul seven traps is where his commercial fishing career began. He had several boats over the years and eventually retired from the Blue Horizon due to failing eyesight. Macular degeneration may have forced him off the boat, but that didn’t slow him down any.

He continued to spend most of his time outside doing yard work or tending his gardens and had a passion for cutting, splitting and piling wood. On the days he couldn’t be outdoors, he might be found inside loading shells or cleaning his guns and likely had a dog under his feet or in his lap.

Dancing was another indoor activity that Ma and Pa enjoyed together, which was fitting because that was how they met. But for as much as they liked to dance, they thrived on being with friends and family, whether it be a church service, a party or holiday gathering. They took pride in their close-knit family and enjoyed watching them grow in number, always thankful and blessed by the results of a young love that blossomed back in 1937.

The family said farewell to Ma in 2015 and as Pa’s days here on Earth have come to an end we would like to extend our thanks to the staff of Narraguagus Bay Health Care, Milbridge as well as Beacon Hospice, Bangor. For those of you that went above and beyond your typical day’s duties and treated him with so much love and respect, please know that we will be forever grateful. Special thanks to Raymond Strout for checking in on his “Ol’ Buddy” often and for being such a good friend.

Condolences may be expressed at bragdonkelley.com and per Pa’s request, his memorial service will be held at “the church in South Gouldsboro where Ma wanted me to go to Sunday school when I was a boy.”

Family and friends are invited to The Solid Rock Bible Baptist Church in South Gouldsboro, 769 South Gouldsboro Road, on Sunday, Aug. 19, 2018, at 2 p.m. Immediately following there will be a celebration in front of the Lion Lodge (next to church) until 5:30ish. Feel free to stop by anytime to help us honor:

                                                                        Ma & Pa Potter’s

                                                                          Legacy of Love

They will forever be in our hearts and will live on in us……

Son, Bobby Potter (predeceased); grandchildren, Laurie, Robbie (predeceased), Jack, Heidi; great-grandchildren, Jeremy (Laurie’s) Keith, Kirk, Heather (Heidi’s); great-great grandchildren, Nora, Lily (Jeremy’s) Gavin, Rylee (Keith’s) Liam, Kouper, Kobi, Kinsley, Jackson (Kirk’s) Miley, Aiden, Aubrey (Heather’s).

Son, Everett Potter Jr. and wife, Lois (married 54 years); grandchildren, Kevin, Stacey, April, Breanna; great-grandchildren, Kara, Ashley (Kevin’s) Anthony, Ariella, Mia, Asia (April’s) Jeremiah, Isiah (Breanna’s); great-great grandchildren, Jeffery (Kara’s) Norman III, Noah (Ashley’s) Auben, Evelyn (Anthony’s) Eliza (Arriela’s).

Daughter, Cheryl Knowles and husband, Regie (married 57 years); grandchildren, Gail, Jayson, Todd; great-grandchildren, Christopher, Autumn (Gail’s) Jacob, Jordyn, Tori Kay (Jayson’s) Kayla, Scott (Todd’s); great-great grandchildren, Cove, Hunter, Oakley (Christopher’s) Nora, Nash (Autumn’s) Kaylan, Dylanie (Kayla’s).

Son, Jerry Potter and wife, Dianne (married 51 years); grandchildren, Cheri, Stephanie, Rachel; great-grandchildren, Justin, Cody, Kyle (Cheri’s) Jedd, Landan (Stephanie’s) Alyssa, Zoey (Rachel’s); great-great grandchild, Hazel (Justin’s).

Daughter, Marita Billings and husband, Mike (married 44 years); grandchildren, Aaron, Robin; great-grandchildren, Makayla (Aaron’s), Maevey (Robin’s) and the husbands, wives and significant others of those listed above.

GOULDSBORO

Roger A. Martin, 64, passed away at home on Saturday, Aug. 4, 2018. He was the beloved son of Leo Martin Sr. and Geraldine Martin.

Roger is survived by his children: Samantha and husband Harold Carter, Desire and husband Troy Higgins and step-daughter Vicki.

He was a grandfather to Ashley, Abby, Paige, Cynthia, Mercedes, William, Alexas. He had a great grandson Carson.

He had three sisters: Donna and husband Everett, Polly and husband Levon, Julie and husband Pete. He had two brothers: Gary and wife Candy, Timmy and wife Carole. He is predeceased by two brothers: Butch Martin and Richard Manley. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, cousins, ex-wife Sabrina Martin and a dear friend Paul.

Roger was an active member of the Knights of Pythias, Elk Lodge and Moose Lodge.

There will be a celebration of life on Aug. 17 at 2 p.m. at the Knights of Pythias, 947 US 1, Gouldsboro. In lieu of flowers; donations can be made in Roger’s name to The Knights of Pythias.

FRANKLIN

Judith Dawn (Pickard) Jellison, 74, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2018, with her sons by her side.  She was born on Sept. 6, 1943, daughter of George and Beulah Pickard.

She is survived by her three sons, Ralph, John and Troy, her brother George and sister Pat, 10 grandchildren, five great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

She was a very loving, caring, kindhearted person who loved music and dancing. She could often be seen at Linwood’s on a Sunday afternoon or having dinner at the Franklin Vet’s Club. She very seldom missed having breakfast at the Franklin Trading Post where she enjoyed mingling and serving coffee to all her friends.  She looked forward to church on Sunday mornings at the Eastbrook Baptist Church.  She took great pride in her job as a home health care provider and loved the clients she cared for. She was also a wicked good cook and her biscuits were favorites for many!!!!  She will be sadly missed!

A graveside service will be held on Sunday, Aug. 12, at 1 p.m. at the Bayview Cemetery in Franklin.    A potluck gathering will follow at the Franklin Vets Club.

ELLSWORTH

Barbara-Ann (Gray) Pierce, age 66, of Ellsworth, Maine, passed peacefully with her loved ones by her side on July 24, 2018, at EMMC. Barbara was born on Oct. 2, 1951, to Roger Sr. and Vivian (Kane) Gray. She worked as a CNA and physical therapist for years. She loved taking care of others and put her heart in her job. Barbara was very devoted to her family and loved them dearly.

She is survived by her daughter Tammy Walker and husband Peter, her son Roger Gilley and wife Sarah. Barbara’s precious grandchildren Tacy, Alyssa, Sierra, Lacie and Roger. Two precious great grandchildren Raelee and Odin. Barbara is also survived by her brothers Roger Gray Jr. and wife Brenda, Robert Gray Sr. and wife Martha and sis-in-law Lori Gray. Barbara had many nieces and nephews that she adored. Barbara was predeceased by her parents and brothers Ray and Gregory and sister Coris.

One very special lady that meant the world to our mother was Louise Day. They had a special bond that could never be broken. Barbara’s children would like to thank two special ladies who took excellent care of our mother: Emily Berry and Darleen Goodwin. We appreciate all the love you showed her.

There will be a gathering on Sept 1, 2018, at 11 a.m. located at Barbara’s home. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to Tammy or Roger.

Washington County

Barbara Lynn (Collins) Barnes, 64, of Eastport, Aug. 1. Celebration of life Aug. 4, Blakey United Methodist Church, Eastport.

Grace Mae Berry, 88, of Calais, Aug 2.

Alice Yvonne Carter, 78, of Pembroke, July 31 at a Waterville nursing home. Graveside service at later date.

Addison Lee Coty, 18, of Robbinston, July 31. Bural Mass Aug. 4, Immaculate Conception R.C. Church, Calais. Burial, Ridge Cemetery, Robbinston.

Betty Louise (Lank) Gardner, 80, of Eastport and Bedford, N.H., Aug. 6 at Manchester, N.H. Private service.

Margaret Dorothy Robinson, of Addison, Aug. 4 at Bangor.

Duanne M. Smith, 49, of Milbridge, Aug. 4 at his home. Celebration of life 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 12, Cherryfield Elementary.

Roy M. Smith, 94, of Princeton, Aug. 1 at Calais.

Donald Keith Wright Sr., 86, of Milbridge, Aug. 2. Service Aug. 8, Milbridge Congregational Church, followed by graveside service, Evergreen Cemetery, Milbridge.

Hancock County

Stanley Beck Carman, 92, of Deer Isle and Milford, Conn., July 27 at Connecticut Masonic Home, Wallingford, Conn. Burial Mt. Adams Cemetery, Deer Isle.

Dr. Henry V. Chase, 88, of Brooklin and Sebastian, Fla., July 5 at Sebastian.

Sarah Ackerman Clark, 85, of Brooksville and Blue Hill, May 13. Graveside service 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, Lakeview Cemetery, Brooksville. Celebration of life 9 a.m., Bucks Harbor Yacht Club, Brooksville.

Linda A. Dow, 69, of Southwest Harbor, Aug. 3 at Mount Desert Island Hospital. Graveside service noon, Sunday, Aug. 12, Mount Height Cemetery, Southwest Harbor. Reception following. American Legion Hall, Southwest Harbor.

Wesley Coleman Dudley II, 85, of Bar Harbor and Williamsburg, Va., July 25 at Williamsburg. Service 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug 11, St. Saviour’s Episcopal Church, Bar Harbor.

Vivian Flanders, 76, of Mt. Juliet, Tenn., formerly of Brooklin, July 30 at her Mt. Juliet home.

Marshall E. Gifford, of Bucksport, Aug. 2 at Bangor.

Jeffrey John Grey, 72, of Terra Linda, Calif., formerly of Bar Harbor, July 29 at Terra Linda. Celebration of life at later date.

Klara Sitnechenko Hoffmann, 94, of Bucksport, March 20 at Woodlands Memory Care Facility, Brewer. Graveside service 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 8, Castine Cemetery.

Judith Dawn (Pickard) Jellison, 74, of Franklin, July 29. Graveside service 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 12, Bayview Cemetery, Franklin. Gathering to follow, Franklin Vets Club.

Jasper J. Johnson, 73, of Ellsworth, Aug. 1. Memorial picnic Thursday, Aug. 23, Downeast Horizons Ellsworth Center.

Faith P. Kenney, 72, of Trenton, July 30 at Maine Coast Memorial Hospital, Ellsworth. Celebration of life at later date.

Patricia Abrams Krevans, 91, of Hulls Cove, July 30 at her home. Private service.

Roger A. Martin, 64, of Gouldsboro, Aug. 4 at his home. Celebration of life 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17, Knights of Pythias, Gouldsboro.

Matthew Taylor Mellon, 54, of Los Angeles, Calif., formerly of Mount Desert Island, April 16. Interment 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, Forrest Hill Cemetery, Northeast Harbor.

Carmen N. Chapman Morse, 90, of Ellsworth, July 27 at Bangor. Memorial service 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 12, Bible Baptist Church, Hancock.

Rodney G. Nightingale, 81, of Bucksport and Newburg, N.Y., July 23. Service 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24 at his home.

Barbara-Ann (Gray) Pierce, 66, of Ellsworth, July 24 at Eastern Maine Medical Center, Bangor. Gathering 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 1, at Barbara’s home.

Everett Potter Sr., 101, of Gouldsboro, July 30. Memorial service 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19, The Solid Rock Bible Baptist Church, South Gouldsboro.

Jonathan Murphy Pratt, 58, of Deer Isle, July 30. Gathering 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 9, Hub Beach, Sunshine.

Joan Burgess Shorey, 91, of Great Cranberry Island and Washington, D.C., Feb. 20 at her Georgetown home. Memorial service 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 11, Great Cranberry Church.

Paul A. Townsend, 98, of Loudonville, N.Y., formerly of Blue Hill, July 24. Graveside service July 28, Seaside Cemetery, Blue Hill.

ORONO

Dr. Charles Walter Major, 92, died reluctantly (so many books left unread, “Game of Thrones” isn’t finished!) on Aug. 1, 2018, in Bangor, surrounded by his family. He was born Jan. 30, 1926, to Charles David Major and Alice Marie (Rabbitt) Major in Framingham, Mass.; a time when movies were 10 cents, and a day in the hospital cost $6.

He graduated from Framingham High School (’43), Dartmouth College (’48), and the University of Tennessee (Ph.D. ’57) He subsequently taught at the Rochester (N.Y.) School of Medicine, and then at the University of Maine, Orono for 33 years, until his retirement in 1992.

He enlisted in the Navy at age 17 during WWII, and was commissioned at 19 from Notre Dame Midshipman School. He was recalled during the Korean War, overall serving 33 months of sea duty as a deck officer on destroyers and destroyer escorts in the Western Pacific, North Atlantic and Mediterranean.

He swiftly married his true love, Mary Henderson, of Brooks, Ga., before being shipped out in 1951. They then had 61 wonderful years of wry humor, and loving companionship while raising a family and traveling the world. They enjoyed their birds, squirrels, chipmunks, bobcats, skunks, Delta the raccoon and other visitors to their yard, all of which he fed daily.

He fought for civil rights all his life, active in Anderson County, Tenn., during the desegregation crisis at Clinton High School in the ’50s, and was a driver for the Southern Christian Leadership Conference during Martin Luther King Jr.’s funeral in Atlanta, ’68. Politically active all his life, he worked on campaigns as a resource for Al Gore Sr., Ed Muskie, Bill Hathaway and George Mitchell. He was a delegate to many state Democratic conventions, and served on several platform committees, notably during the contentious Vietnam era. He also served on both the Penobscot and Hancock County committees.

He was a relentless and vocal advocate for unions, serving tirelessly on the board of the Maine Teachers Association, as a member of the National Education Association’s Human Rights Committee and as the chief negotiator during the establishment of the Associated Faculties of the University of Maine. He was also the American Association of University Professors organizer for the state of Maine.

Charlie also served on many local committees, and chaired the Town of Lamoine’s Comprehensive Plan.

He was proud of his family’s contribution to the Framingham Heart Study, which started in 1948 and continues today with the fourth generation of families. He was a participant in the neurological study started in 1997, and was a postmortem brain tissue donor.

He was a true Renaissance man, a doctorate in science, a respected professor and researcher, who also wrote wonderful poetry and was able to recite the Roman emperors in chronological order. He could (and would) debate on just about any topic, but totally without malice, because he adored a mental challenge.

He was predeceased by his wife, Mary, and brother, Thomas. He is survived by daughters, Nancy Tice and her husband, Steven, of North Yarmouth, Elizabeth Rolfe and her husband, Brian, of Phippsburg, son, Charles Major and his wife, Susan (Hillman), of Orono; grandchildren: June (French) Geoffroy, Anne French, John French, Michael Rolfe, Stephen Rolfe, Tony Major, Andrew Major, Michael Tice, and Robert Tice; 10 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

There will be a life celebration gathering Aug. 24, at Dirigo Pines, 9 Alumni Drive, Orono, from 1-4 p.m.

Those who wish to remember Charlie in a special way may make gifts in his memory to the Lamoine Volunteer Fire Department, 606 Douglas Highway, Lamoine, ME 04605.

Condolences to the family may be expressed at BrookingsSmith.com.

BUCKSPORT

Wanda Nightingale, 66, of Bucksport passed away unexpectedly on Aug. 4, 2018, in Bangor. She was born in Bangor to the late Leslie Nightingale and Vivian Anderson McLaughlin on Oct. 19, 1951.

She worked most of her life as a sales associate at Hannaford’s for 20-plus years and the last 13 years for Renys.

Wanda is survived by her son Corey Nightingale and wife, Nicci; grandsons Kaleb and Bryce; stepfather Berk McLaughlin, all of Bucksport; stepmother Herriet Nightingale of Marlborough, Conn.; brothers Sheldon Nightingale and wife, Cherie, of Saco, Larry McLaughlin of Middletown, R.I.; sisters April Merry and husband, Gene, of Orland and Kim Nightingale of Marlborough, Conn. Many nieces, nephews and cousins. She also leaves behind her cousin and best friend Rhonda Cough, who she did everything with, and Tina Herbert, who was like the daughter she never had. She was predeceased by two sisters, Sherry Collum and Rhonda Nightingale.

Much of Wanda’s time was spent with her two grandsons, who were the light of her life and her pride and joy. Whether it was playing toys or doing puzzles with Bryce or being front row for every sporting event with Kaleb.

Family and friends will gather for visitation from noon-1 p.m. until the time of service at 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19 at Riverview Cemetery, River Road, Bucksport with Pastor Peter Remick officiating. A gathering will immediately follow at the Arey Community Center. Arrangements are under the care of Mitchell-Tweedie Funeral Home and Cremation Services Bucksport.

Wanda’s family would like to thank the nurses at EMMC and the New England Donor Services for their care and compassion. (mitchelltweedie-young.com)

WINTER HARBOR

John Henry Bennett, a resident of Boynton Beach, Fla., and Winter Harbor, died Aug. 8, 2018, in Ellsworth, just a few days short of his 92nd birthday and coincidentally on the same date as his father, who died in 1969.

John was born on Aug. 19, 1926, in Lakewood, N.J., to parents Kathleen and Henry Bennett. He was raised in Brooklyn, Manhattan and Cazenovia. Upon graduation from Cazenovia High School, he forged his father’s signature on enlistment documents to enter military service and served as a corpsman aboard the USS Salerno Bay, a U.S. Marine aircraft carrier during World War II.

Upon military discharge he attended and graduated from Plattsburgh State College. John married his first wife, Dorie Brown Bennett, and moved to Long Island. Dorie predeceased John in 1988. John began his career as a history teacher at Mattituck High School. During his teaching career he was a lead official in the Eastern Long Island division of varsity basketball referees.

Following his teaching years, he changed careers to work for Dawes Laboratory. During the early ’60s, he served as special assistant to Perry Duryea to draw up legislative districts.

John came back to the field of education as assistant to the superintendent in Middle Country and as director for special projects for the superintendent of Suffolk 2 BOCES. That position led to his selection in 1974 as executive director of the New York State Council of School Superintendents, a post he held until his retirement in 1990. Under his leadership the council grew in stature as an important organization in the Albany legislative arena and New York public education.

John was a member of the Delray Dunes CC, Winter Harbor Yacht Club, Palm Beach Society of Four Arts and the American Legion.

John’s culinary skills were legendary with generous hospitality to family and friends. He is survived by his loving wife of 28 years, Margaret Bennett, sister-in-law Barbara Bennett, brother-in-law Howard Flierl and wife Bonnie, and Brother-in-law Peter Flierl and wife, Shirley, plus nieces and nephews. John and Margaret’s mutual love and admiration were tested by John’s penchant for finding keys allowing access to the family car. Friends commented after his passing “John again found the hidden auto keys and drove himself to heaven.”

A celebration service will be held Sunday, Aug. 19, at 3 p.m. in St. Christopher’s Church, Winter Harbor, followed by a reception at the Winter Harbor Yacht Club.

Arrangements by Acadia Burial & Cremation Direct, 248 State St., Ellsworth

Condolences may be expressed at www.acadiacremation.com.

STEUBEN

Robert Allen Benedict, 86, of Steuben, died peacefully at home Aug. 10, with his family surrounding him. He was born and raised in Beverly, Mass., with two brothers and a sister, son of Harold and Christine Benedict.

As a teenager, Bob was a private first class in the Massachusetts National Guard, during which he played drums in the 567th USAF band. After high school, during the Korean War, Bob joined the Navy. He served aboard the aircraft carrier USS Valley Forge (CV-45), where he worked as a ship’s carpenter. After this he and his wife moved to her hometown of Steuben, where he had a long career as a home builder and master cabinet maker in the Downeast area.

He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Arlene Fickett Benedict, as well as his three children, Sheron B. Egolf, Jeffery A. Benedict (Jeanne) and Jennifer B. Rowland (Richard). Additionally, he has two grandsons, Jeffrey and Matthew, and granddaughter Julie.

A celebration of life will be held in Milbridge at the Bragdon-Kelley Funeral Home on Wednesday, Aug. 22, at 3 in the afternoon. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

ELLSWORTH

Mary Carolyn Kelley (nee Carney), born July 2, 1941, in Ellsworth the daughter of David A. Carney and Honor Elizabeth O’Dowd. Mary passed away quietly on the 13th of August, 2018, in Bangor.

Mary is survived by her son Matthew Kelley; her daughter-in-law Lori; her siblings Ann (Carney) Jordan and David W. Carney; sisters-in-law Donna Kelley and Cindy Carney, along with her much adored nieces and nephews Michael Jordan, Mary Jordan Martel, Patrick Jordan, Teresa Higgins, Jennifer King and David R. Carney, Kate Kelley Stone, Michael Kelley, Christopher Kelley and Kim Kelley. She loved watching our family evolve with the arrival of the great nieces and nephews and loved her formal title of “Old Aunt Mary.” Her oldest nephew, Michael, was a dedicated and caring nephew for her over her last few years. She was predeceased by her husband James Kelley; her parents; along with her two brothers-in-law Ronald Jordan and Terry Kelley; and her sister-in-law Pat Kelley.

Mary was born and raised in Ellsworth, where she attended and graduated from Ellsworth High School the Class of 1959. She went on to graduate from the Farmington State Teaching College with a degree in Education. She and her husband worked in education for the state of Maine in Brewer and Madison. They retired and returned to Ellsworth to be closer to family. Mary loved teaching reading to children and enjoyed opening their eyes to the adventure and wonder that books brought to them. Mary had a wonderful sense of humor and a laugh that was contagious to all around her.

There will be a graveside service at the Jordan Cemetery at Woodbine in Ellsworth, Saturday, Aug. 25, at 10 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her memory to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America, c/o 383 U.S. Route 1 #2C, Scarborough, ME 04074 or The Ellsworth Public Library c/o Children’s Programming at 20 State St., Ellsworth, ME 04605.

Arrangements by Jordan-Fernald, 113 Franklin St., Ellsworth.

Condolences may be expressed at www.jordanfernald.com.

MOUNT DESERT

Barbara Jean Gilfillan passed away on Aug. 9, 2018, peacefully amongst her loving family and her closest companion these past six years, Holly, her beloved Corgi.

Born Jan. 9, 1933, to Fred and Nettie Blanchard on Beech Hill, Somesville, she recounted many memories about what life was like in simpler times. In 1954, she met her future husband, Robert Lawrence Gilfillan. Together they had four children, Bonnie Lee Gilfillan, James Michael Gilfillan, Karen Ann Gilfillan-Eno and Sandra Gilfillan. Raising her children kept her busy. Once they had grown and in school, she joined Robert to manage the family business, West End Drug Co.

In January 2005, she retired to pursue her passion for gardening. Her green thumb was evident everywhere you looked in her yard and she would remark that her work was never done. There was so much more she wanted to plant and see grow. Into her later years she continued her love of gardening by growing orchids and many other plants at her home. Remarkably, the day of her passing, an amaryllis that she had given Bonnie came into full bloom. Her struggles in later years with back pain made many things more difficult but she continued to the best of her abilities and treasured the closeness of her caring family.

She will be missed by her children, seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Private graveside services will be held in her memory by her family. In lieu of flowers, donations in Barbara’s memory may be made to the Somesville Village Improvement Society and the Jesup Memorial Library.

A private graveside service will be held 11 a.m., Sunday, Aug. 19, 2018, at Ledgelawn Cemetery, Bar Harbor.

Arrangements by Jordan-Fernald, 1139 Main St., Mount Desert. Condolences may be expressed at www.jordanfernald.com.

BREWER

Elsie R. Frost, 91, died peacefully at Woodlands Nursing Home in Brewer, Aug. 8, 2018. Daughter of Byron L. and Mary Brown Robinson, she was one of five daughters who grew up in Southwest Harbor. In recent years, she had been a long-term resident at Woodlands who never lost her wonderful sense of humor and her love of dancing and caring about all animals.

She married Lyle Frost, the love of her life, soon out of high school. She worked at the Hinckley Co. while her husband served in the Air Force during WWII. Lyle was a game warden, who died tragically at age 42. She and her husband had an adventurous life together while they were stationed up on the Canadian border and other interesting places. She loved that life, living in different places.

Elsie loved the woods and animals. She even had a pet fox who went everywhere with her.

After her husband died, she became an independent woman and continued to live in their home in Sullivan taking care of herself, her home and her cats, always ready with a joke or a sarcastic comment. A beautiful woman, Elsie will be missed.

She leaves behind her brother-in-law, Warren Worcester; nephews, Craig Allen, Terry Allen and Duane Worcester; and two nieces, Lori Stoffel and Vanessa Allen.

Graveside services were held Wednesday, Aug. 15, at 10 a.m. at Mt. Height Cemetery, Southwest Harbor.

Arrangements by Jordan-Fernald 1139 Main St., Mount Desert. Condolences may be expressed at www.jordanfernald.com.

STEUBEN

Adam Paul Robinson, 30, passed away unexpectedly Aug. 8, 2018. He was born in Ellsworth Nov. 25, 1987, the son of Angela Louise (Campbell) and Aaron Robinson.

In his grammar school days he played basketball and baseball, and continued playing basketball through high school. After graduating from Sumner High School in 2006, he continued as a self-employed lobster fisherman, and later captained his own boat, Chasin’ Tail. He also worked clamming, tending divers at the lobster pound and picking periwinkles. He was a man who loved the outdoors and his family. He enjoyed hunting, ice fishing or just a ride on his wheeler with his beloved dog “Duke Man,” who was always at his side. He loved his small community in which he lived his whole life. He made lifelong friends, who he enjoyed gaming with, and watching his favorite teams, the Boston Celtics and New England Patriots. He also enjoyed watching movies and cooking.

He is survived by and will be greatly missed by his mother, Angela Robinson Underwood, of Florida; his father, Aaron Robinson, and his wife, Tracy, of Steuben; two sisters Ashley Robinson of Steuben and Alicia Robinson and her partner Barrett Lunt of Franklin; a special nephew Bentley; maternal grandparents Sharon McKenney and Paul Campbell; paternal grandmother Lottie Burgess; many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends, to include special friend David Thomas, “DT.”

He was predeceased by a special aunt Joy Look, “Little PA” Paul Robinson and “BIG PA” Arnold McKenney, and his maternal great-grandparents Ivis and Walter Campbell.

A celebration of his life was held 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 15, 2018, at the Bingo Hall, Route 1, Steuben.

“When you’re at your next party, and your glass is empty, get a refill, and drink one for me!”

Condolences and memories may be shared at www.mcclurefamilyfs@gmail.com.

ELLSWORTH

Erdine Marie McAlpine left us with many family members surrounding her on Aug. 13 to start her heavenly journey.

Born on April 11, 1934, to James and Norma (Spurling) Moon, she was the oldest of seven. She attended Ellsworth schools, graduating in 1952. She was employed by the textile mill and Ames Department Store in Ellsworth.

She belonged to the Surry Grange along with Castine and Bucksport. She was a deputy of the State Grange for two years. A favorite place in memory is Mast Head Campground, where many a potluck supper was enjoyed for her beans and biscuits.

But her best job was mom and Nana.

Surviving are her sons, Royce (Carol) of Eastbrook, Wayne (Betsy) of Ellsworth, Dwayne (Ellie) of Waltham and Bruce (June) of Ellsworth. Her brother Wayne (Jean) Moon and sister Cynthia (Larry) Tassinari and sister-in-law Ann Moon. She leaves behind 13 grandchildren, 22 great-grandchildren and 10 great-great grandchildren. Plus many step-grandchildren, many nieces, nephews and cousins in Minnesota. Also her significant other John Ellingwood of Frankfort, in which she enjoyed the last 12 years in music, dance and Grange activities.

She was predeceased by her brothers Doug and Tony, her sisters, Rosalie and Diane. Also her parents, her sons James (Jimbo) and Timothy.

A huge thank you to the staff at Freemont Manor and all the staff at Courtland rehab for the wonderful care she was given.

A graveside service will be held Aug. 24 at 4 p.m. at Woodbine Cemetery, followed by a celebration of life at the Masonic Hall on the Bucksport Road, Ellsworth.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the activities department at Courtland Rehab.

Washington County

Jean F. Bacon, of Hampden, July 13. Graveside service noon, Saturday, Sept. 8, Grand Lake Stream Village Cemetery.

Spencer B. Beal, 55, of Addison, Aug. 8 at Bangor. Graveside service Aug. 13, Church Hill Cemetery, Addison.

Robert Allen Benedict, 86, of Steuben, Aug. 10 at his home. Celebration of life 3 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 22, Bragdon-Kelley Funeral Home, Milbridge.

Della Mae (Bridges) Carroll, 86, of Whitneyville, Aug. 10. Memorial service Aug. 15, Whitneyville Congregational Church. Interment, Whitneyville Cemetery.

Lillian B. Connor, 92, of Princeton, July 7 at Marshall’s Healthcare Facility, Machias. Celebration of life 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23, Princeton Baptist Church. Burial, Somerville, N.J.

Alice E. (Scribner) Dodge, 98, of Baring and Bangor, Aug. 7 at her Bangor home. Graveside service Aug. 12, Calais Cemetery.

Dr. Amr A. Ismail, 77, of Jonesport, Aug. 8 at Machias. Private burial, Greenwood Cemetery, Jonesport. Memorial service at later date.

Regina Lynn (Ramsdell) Jordan, 45, of Columbia and Bangor, Aug. 3, at her home. Celebration of life noon Saturday, Aug. 18, WAA Gymnasium, Columbia Falls.

Gene MacQuarrie, 75, of Cherryfield, Aug. 1 at a Milbridge nursing home. Graveside service Aug. 11, North Street Cemetery, Cherryfield.

Mowana F. McGray, 80, of East Machias, Millinocket and Destin, Fla., July 31 at Destin.

Corola Faye (Day) Nickerson, 95, of Wesley and Hermon, Aug. 11. Memorial service 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 25, Wesley Community Church.

Adam Paul Robinson, 30, of Steuben, Aug. 8. Celebration of life Aug. 15, Bingo Hall, Steuben.

Kathleen H. Sadler, 96, of Baileyville and Bangor, Aug. 12. Visiting 1 p.m., celebration of life 2 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 16, Mays Funeral Home, Calais. Burial Woodland Cemetery, Baileyville.

Robert Alan Stanley, of Milbridge, Aug. 5 at Eastern Maine Medical Center, Bangor. Celebration of life 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 18 at his home, 75 Wyman Road, Milbridge.

Hancock County

John Henry Bennett, 91, of Winter Harbor and Boynton Beach, Fla., Aug. 8 at Ellsworth. Celebration of life 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19, St. Christopher’s Church, Winter Harbor. Reception following, Winter Harbor Yacht Club.

Robert H. Bray Sr., 86, of Conway, N.H., formerly of Stonington, Aug. 1 at his home. Graveside service Aug. 12, Conway Village Cemetery, Conway.

Priscilla Leota Clark, 89, of Sorrento, Aug. 8 at an Ellsworth hospital. Graveside service 2 p.m. Friday, Sept. 14, Riverside Cemetery, Hancock.

Elsie R. Frost, 91, of Brewer, formerly of Sullivan, Aug. 8 at Woodlands Nursing Home, Brewer. Graveside service Aug. 15, Mt. Height Cemetery, Southwest Harbor.

Marshall E. Gifford, 72, of Bucksport, Aug. 2. Celebration of life Aug 10, Bucks Mills Rod & Gun Club, Bucksport.

Barbara Jean Gilfillan, 85, of Mount Desert, Aug. 9. Private service, Ledgelawn Cemetery, Bar Harbor.

Robert Edward Hamor, 83, of Bangor, formerly of Bar Harbor, Aug. 7 at Bangor. Private burial Hillside Cemetery, Bar Harbor.

Jasper J. Johnson, 73, of Ellsworth, Aug. 1. Memorial picnic Thursday, Aug. 23, Downeast Horizons Ellsworth Center.

Mary Carolyn (Carney) Kelley, 77, of Ellsworth, Aug. 13 at Bangor. Graveside service 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 25, Jordan Cemetery at Woodbine, Ellsworth.

Patricia Anne Cyr Langlais, 63, of Ellsworth, Aug. 6 at her home.

Dr. Charles Walter Major, 92, of Orono and Lamoine, Aug. 1 at Bangor. Celebration gathering 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24, Dirigo Pines, Orono.

Roger A. Martin, 64, of Gouldsboro, Aug. 4 at his home. Celebration of life 2 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17, Knights of Pythias, Gouldsboro.

Erdine Marie McAlpine, 84, of Ellsworth, Aug. 13. Graveside service 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24, Woodbine Cemetery, Ellsworth, followed by celebration of life, Masonic Hall, Ellsworth.

Sandra Garland Murphy, 82, of Southwest Harbor, Aug. 1.

Wanda Nightingale, 66, of Bucksport, Aug. 4 at Bangor. Graveside service 1 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19, Riverview Cemetery, Bucksport. Gathering to follow, Arey Community Center, Bucksport.

Kent Allan Price, 79, of Orland, May 21 at his home. Celebration of life 2 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 19, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Castine.

John Richard Spear, 86, of Mt. Pleasant, S.C., formerly of Bar Harbor, Aug. 10. Entombment, Magnolia Cemetery Mausoleum.

Fordyce Ewing Van Winkle, 90, of Sorrento and Hilton Head Island, S.C., June 16. Memorial service 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 18, Church of the Redeemer, Sorrento.

SURRY

Ann G. Sawyer, 97, died Aug. 14, 2018, at an Ellsworth health care facility. She was born April 10, 1921, in Stonington the daughter of Herbert Hosmer and Hester Anen (Clarke) Warren.

Ann attended high school in St. Petersburg, Fla., and then Stonington High School, which she graduated from. She went to Normal School at MCI in Pittsfield. Ann was married to Elwood V. Sawyer and they lived in a variety of places, finally settling in Surry. She was a past member of the Surry Methodist Church, Surry Community Improvement Association and the Surry Historical Society. Ann also served as a ballot clerk for many years for the town of Surry.

Ann is survived by a son: T.J. Sawyer of Ellsworth; a daughter, Louise Talkington; son-in-law, Emery Cowan both of Surry; a sister, Jessie Magers of Edgewater, Fla.; 11 grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Ann was predeceased by her husband, two daughters, Corinne and Dorothy and a brother Thomas Warren.

Services will be announced at a later date.

Contributions in Ann’s memory may be made to Hospice Volunteers of Hancock County, 14 McKenzie Ave., Ellsworth, ME 04605.

Arrangements by Acadia Burial and Cremation Direct, 248 State St., Ellsworth. Condolences may be expressed at www.acadiacremation.com.