BLUE HILL

Jessica A. Grindle, 37, died unexpectedly in July 2018 in Blue Hill. She was born in Blue Hill Oct. 10, 1980, the daughter of Perry “Bill” W. and Sharon A. Grindle.

Jessica attended school in Blue Hill and graduated from George Stevens Academy, Class of 1998. She had an amazing adventurous spirit. Jessica had a love for family and traditions. She loved helping people, especially those down and out, and would help anyone. She took in strays, both four-legged and two-legged. She had three dogs that she adored, Precious, Harley, but her real fur baby was Camo, a Great Dane that loved her as much as she loved him. Jessica leaves behind two beautiful boys who gave her joy in this life. She will be forever watching over them. Jessica has a first cousin, Alicia Pearson, who was more like a close sister, who will raise her boys. She played softball in high school as a pitcher for both school and summer leagues. Jessica enjoyed cooking and every Christmas made fudge for the entire family. Jessica had an infinite number of friends and community members who loved her. She had an infectious smile that could light up a room. She also had a tenacious ability to survive and a fearless instinct to take risks. She loved the Blue Hill Fair, Toddy Pond and traveling. Jessica was taken too soon from her family and friends and will forever be remembered in our hearts.

She is survived by her parents; sons, Cody A. Sweet (age 10) and River D. Pearson-Grindle (age 3); grandparents, Clyde and Gloria Astbury, Lynn Carter, and Vivian Grindle; aunts and uncles, Marie Pearson, Donna and John DeLeo, Violet and John Hughes, Dewey and Dana Curtis, Mark and Julia Grindle; and many very close cousins. A few special remembrances, daughter, Baby Girl Jasmine Louzenia; great-grandmother Nellie Cook; uncle Barry Grindle, uncle Daniel Astbury and cousin Rob Grindle.

A celebration of life will be held 1-4 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 25, 2018, at the Blue Hill Consolidated School Cafeteria, 60 High St., Blue Hill. Everyone is welcome.

In lieu of flowers, the family has asked that donations be made in Jessica’s memory to The Next Step Domestic Violence Project, P.O. Box 1466, Ellsworth, ME 04605.

Condolences may be expressed at www.acadiacremation.com.

ELLSWORTH

Ellen Patricia Weed, 82, died Nov. 18, 2018, at her home in Ellsworth with her devoted husband of 63 years at her side. She was born in Calais on July 13, 1936, the daughter of Ralph Lorenzo and Ceciel Bernice (Sprague) Scott. Raised in East Machias, Ellen graduated from Washington Academy as valedictorian of the Class of 1954.

From 1970 to the present, Ellen and Cal have proudly managed The Sew and Save Shop in Ellsworth. She was equally adept at managing hearth and home, providing love and support for her family. Ellen brought her attention to detail and appreciation for color and structure to her handmade quilts. She is survived by her husband, Cal Weed, of Ellsworth, and children Karen A. Linehan and husband, James, of Bangor, Sue Ellen Parkes and husband, Robert, of New London, N.H., Terri L. Cormier and husband, Patrick, of Ellsworth and Steven R. Weed and wife, Cherie, of Seal Harbor. Grandchildren include Flynn Linehan, Anna Linehan, Conor Linehan, Avery Parkes, Talia Parkes, Aislinn Parkes, Benjamin Weed, Elizabeth “Grace” Weed and great-grandson Leslie “Ziggy” Marley. She is also survived by her brothers, Roy Scott, Fernald Scott and wife, Gail, and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by sisters, Betty L. Tuell and Doris Knowlton and Loleta McKee. She is also survived by dear friends Seldon and Marilyn Blethen, Delores Hanson and Patty Hall Gibson. A very special thank you to the Wendy and Michelle at Beacon Hospice.

A memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 29, at Jordan-Fernald, 113 Franklin St., Ellsworth.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in memory of Ellen Scott Weed to Washington Academy, P.O. Box 190 East Machias, ME 04630.

Hancock County

Alma Louise (Leighton) Graham, 67, of Creston, Iowa, formerly of West Gouldsboro, Nov. 12 at her home. Memorial service 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20, Pearson Family Funeral Service & Cremation Center, Creston.

Carolyn Howard Grant, 89, of Columbus, Ohio, formerly of Hall Quarry, Nov. 14. Service at later date.

Jessica A. Grindle, 37, of Blue Hill, July 2018 in Blue Hill. Celebration of life 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 25, Blue Hill Consolidated School.

Stephen L. Harriman, of Waltham, Nov. 12. Service 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2, Eastbrook Baptist Church.

David Michael Jodrey Sr., 55, of Waltham, Nov. 14 at his home. Celebration of life 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 18, Eastbrook Community Center.

Kenneth Mark Jordan, 68, of Bucksport, Nov. 9. Celebration of life 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, Calvary Baptist Church, Brewer.

Peter Wayne Smallidge, 84, of Somesville, Nov. 13 at his home. Spring memorial service.

Stephen K. Somers, 64, of Ellsworth, Nov. 12, at Bangor. Celebration of life at later date.

Ellen P. Weed, 82, of Ellsworth, Nov. 18, at her home. Memorial service 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 29, Jordan-Fernald Funeral Home, Ellsworth.

WINTER HARBOR

Leola (Joy) Trombley, 88, of Winter Harbor passed away peacefully at her home on Nov. 21, 2018. Leola was born in Gouldsboro on July 11, 1930, daughter of Lawrence and Leitha Joy.

Leola was predeceased by her husband of 51 years, Richard “Dick” Trombley Sr.

Leola attended Husson University, where she received a degree in business. After college, she worked at Stinson’s Seafood Cannery until she met her husband. Leola spent many years traveling with her husband, who was in the Navy. After retirement, she enjoyed traveling to NCVA conventions, spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and sitting on the “front porch.”

She is survived by her sister, Erma Mcguirl of Warwick, R.I., sons, Michael Trombley and his wife, Jennifer, of Portland, and Richard “Rick” Trombley Jr. of Ellsworth, daughter, Ramona Trombley of Winter Harbor; grandchildren Trisha, Justin, Michael, Ricky, Taylor and Maryah; great-grandchildren Liana, Zachary and Broady; and good friend Barbara Jean.

Goodbyes are not forever, are not the end; it simply means we will miss you until we meet again. As long as we have our memories, you will never be forgotten.

Visiting hours will be held Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2018, from 4-6 p.m. at Bragdon-Kelley Funeral Home, 47 Main St., Milbridge. The funeral will be held Wednesday, Nov. 28, 2018, at 1 p.m. at Bragdon-Kelley Funeral Home in Milbridge, followed by a celebration of life gathering at the Elks Lodge in Ellsworth, 317 High St., from 3-6 p.m. Interment will be in West Bay Cemetery in Gouldsboro.

DEER ISLE

Marion D. Gray, 44, died unexpectedly on Sunday, Nov. 18, 2018. She is survived by two children, Dustin Webster and Sierra Webster, her mother Penelope Eaton, her siblings; Ryan McGuire, Patrick McGuire and wife, Suzanne, Robert McGuire and wife, Michelle, Diane McGuire, Patrick Murphy and Angela Murphy. Marion was predeceased by her father, Linwood G. Gray, and one brother, Daniel Gray.

There will be a private graveside service for the family in the spring. Arrangements are under the care of Mitchell-Tweedie Funeral Home and Cremation Service, Bucksport. www.mitchelltweedie-young.com.

ELLSWORTH

Sheila Elizabeth (Jordan) Batson, 87, passed away peacefully following a brief illness. She was born March 8, 1931, in Bar Harbor, the second child of Lawrence Shelton Jordan Sr. and Mabel Elizabeth (Black) Jordan.

Sheila was a hard worker, beginning in her early teens at Stinson Canning Co. She did CNA work at Maplecrest Nursing Home before they were even called CNAs. Sheila worked at a leather tanning factory, then worked several years at Hancock County Extension Service. She worked in the galley at NSGA, Winter Harbor, where she made many friends and helped prepare good food, especially her famous biscuits. Sheila later worked at other nursing facilities and did home private duty. She also worked in a blueberry factory. Sheila was never afraid to tackle a hard job to make ends meet.

Sheila is survived by her brother Robert (Bob) Jordan and his wife, Gina, in Stow, Mass. Sheila and Bob spoke by phone once or twice a week, sharing old memories, a good laugh and even funny cards. She also leaves two sisters-in-law, Faye Jordan and Linda Jordan. Linda spent many hours doing jigsaw puzzles at Sheila’s Meadow View apartment. She is survived by daughter, Peggy Tracy and husband, Dana, son Harold Batson and wife, Ann, son Michael Batson and wife, Kathie; five grandchildren, Ben Tracy and wife, Jessica, Bill Tracy and wife, Melody, Stephen Batson, Kali Ellis and husband, Billy, and Kourtney Maddox and husband, Justin; eight great-grandchildren, Keaton, Lydia, Marnie, Ruby, Piper, Fin, Bostyn and Raelin. She also leaves her sweet cat, Missy-Squeak, and friends, Phyllis, Barbara, Norma, and Sylvia.

Sheila was predeceased by sister, Janet Torrey and brothers, Lawrence Jr., Richard and Frank Jordan.

Her family is thankful to Northern Light Maine Coast ER and ICU, where Sheila received excellent care and compassion. We would also like to thank Pastor Gerry Dill for his faithfulness during this difficult time.

A service will be announced in the spring. Gifts in Sheila’s memory may be made to Make a Wish Maine, 66 Mussey Rd., Scarborough, ME 04074.

LINCOLN, NEB.

Ruth G. Scanlon, 86, of Lincoln, Neb., passed away Nov. 25, 2018. Ruth was born July 15, 1932, to Steve and Mina Grindle in Gouldsboro, and was raised by her grandmother Ida Hinkley. Ruth loved her family, bowling, square dancing and traveling; she was a very active woman.

Survivors include her daughter, Judy Scanlon; grandchildren, Jessica, Alisa and Corey; great-granddaughter, Rayne. She was preceded in death by her sons, Bruce, Jeff and Bob Scanlon. She will be truly missed.

A memorial service is scheduled for Friday, Dec. 7, 2018, at 3 p.m. at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home. Interment will follow at Lincoln Memorial Park. Memorials may be directed to the family.

WALTHAM

Delmont A. Lymburner, born April 4, 1948, passed away peacefully on Nov. 25, 2018, at Maine Coast Hospital surrounded by family. He was the son of the late Allen and Abbie (Gray) Lymburner. He was a graduate of George Stevens Academy and worked many years as a milkman for Hancock County Creamery, eventually retiring from Garelick Farms. He served his community through volunteer work, including time with the Franklin Fire Department and the Boy Scouts. He will be remembered for his generosity, big heart, and love for children and animals. Most of all he loved time spent in nature and in later years dubbed himself “the Webb Pond Hermit.”

Dell was predeceased by his parents; his brother, Shad; and his beloved wife, Helen. He is survived by his brother, Sumner; his sister, Sherris; his daughters, JoDee and Kaycee; Kaycee’s husband, Tommy; stepchildren, Shawn, Kim and Alan and many grandchildren, nieces, nephews and friends. Dell was loved by many communities and enjoyed spending time with his Webb Pond friends, children, and some special caregivers, including Tina Higgins, Jeremiah Jordan, and Charlotte Jordan as well as their families.

Services will be held at Hillside Cemetery at 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 30, 2018, with a reception to follow at the Eastbrook Community Building. In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Waltham-Eastbrook Youth Association, c/o Mary Jordan, 1525 Waltham Road, Waltham, ME 04605.

Arrangements entrusted to Bragdon-Kelley Funeral Home, Ellsworth.

ELLSWORTH

Carol Ann Norwood, 74, died of a broken heart on Nov. 21, 2018, just 52 days after the passing of her husband, Bill. Carol grew up at 29 Central St. in Ellsworth, where she enjoyed life to its fullest. She was the daughter of Clyde and Marion Brooks and sister of Gene Brooks. She met Bill in Trenton at the Rainbow Roller Rink and they shared 58 years of friendship and marriage.

Carol was the mother of Victoria Norwood Jordan (husband, Gary, and their children Andrea and Renee and Travis and Shane) of Waltham and Suzanne Norwood Miller (husband, John, and their son Aaron) of Port Charlotte, Fla.

Carol attended Ellsworth schools and was a member of the Rainbow for Girls and the First Congregational Church. She worked for the Ellsworth School Department, Hannaford and Save EZ stores. She volunteered at Maine Coast Memorial Hospital and the Red Cross blood drives, taught Sunday school and was a Girl Scout troop leader.

Carol’s family was her life. She held much love, pride and appreciation in her heart for those dearest to her. She enjoyed watching her daughters and grandchildren experience many adventures at their home on the Bayside Road. Bill and Carol worked together to make their home warm and inviting on the inside and a desirable year-round playground on the outside.

Carol is survived by her children Victoria and Suzanne, grandchildren Andrea, Renee, Aaron, Travis and Shane, brother Gene, “sister” Alberta, cousins, nieces and nephews. Carol held a special place in her heart for her friend Georgia Mae Farnsworth. She leaves behind Georgianna Norwood, Charles and Marsha Scott, and her neighbors on Bayside and Alton Avenue. Carol was predeceased by her father, Clyde, in 1976, her mother, Marion, in 1990 and adopted brother Clyde Brooks Giroux.

The family would like to acknowledge the following people for their continued love and support: Dr. Stephen Nightingale, Jodi, Joyce, Rhonda and staff, Gordon and Melinda Workman, Dennis St. Peter, the Dickens family (John, Brenda, Kate and Kat) and homecare providers (Katherine, Kerri, Cate and Amy).

A Wink – Anonymous

I’d like to write the sort of things folks read and then cut out

To tuck away and read again when there’s no one else about.

I really wouldn’t care a lot for an ode on a marble tomb

But I’d love a place in the scrapbook folks keep in the sitting room.

There will be a private burial for Bill and Carol at Woodbine Cemetery in the spring.

NEW MEXICO

On Dec. 12, 2015, JoAnn Elizabeth (Sabin) McMillen left this world to begin her next great adventure. JoAnn (or Jo, as she liked to be called) was born on Aug. 25, 1931, to Mary Louise (Snyder) and Leon Sabin, and raised in Randolph, Ohio, as an only, spoiled child (her words!).

Jo attended Kent State University, graduating as a laboratory technician. Soon after, she married Ralph D. McMillen and worked as a lab tech until deciding to devote herself full-time to raising their three children. The McMillen family moved to Rockland County, N.Y., from Ohio in the mid-’60s. What a wonderful new world! In New York, Jo enjoyed the cultural diversity and artistic opportunities. She took many classes at Rockland Center for the Arts, honing her painting skills. She was part of many exhibitions at the center, and was known for her abstract land and waterscapes.

In the 1970s, Jo fulfilled her dream of living in Maine — initially part time and then, in the late ’80s, full time after Ralph retired. From her home in Sullivan, Jo continued painting, always inspired by the views from her studio of the sunsets over Taunton Bay. In 2011, Ralph and Jo left “the coast of Maine” to move to “the top of the sand pile” in New Mexico, to be closer to their children. Jo had never envisioned herself living in the desert, but she found the scenery and the artwork of the Southwest fascinating.

On Nov. 22, 2015, the day of her 64th wedding anniversary, Jo suffered a massive stroke. Three weeks later, she made the decision to see what awaited her beyond this realm, and was transferred home on hospice. The next day she died peacefully at home, surrounded by her family. Jo took her final trip to Maine with her family the following summer, where her ashes were scattered in the nooks and crannies of the shoreline outside the family home in Sullivan.

JoAnn is survived by husband Ralph (Bernalillo, N.M.), daughter Michelle (Placitas, N.M., married to Mark Belill), son Mark (Monument, Colo., married to Marisa (DeModena) and son Jon (Valley Center, Calif., married to Christina (Goodman). She also leaves behind two granddaughters, Elyse and Brooke (Guess) McMillen, daughters of Mark and Marisa.

We all miss you, Josie!

Washington County

Karla R. (Naegele) Gamertsfelder, 67, of Pembroke, Nov. 19, at Orono. Memorial Mass 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 1, St. Joseph’s R.C. Church, Eastport.

Harry W. Johnson Jr., 87, of Machias, Nov. 18. Service at a later date.

Ina Margaret (Kelly) Sleight, 94, of Lubec and Orono, Nov. 3, at home. Art reception noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2, Solstice Senior Living Center, Bangor.

Sheldon M. Stanley, 75, of Lubec, Nov. 15, at his home. Spring memorial service.

Hancock County

Sheila Elizabeth (Jordan) Batson, 87, of Ellsworth, Nov. 14. Spring service.

Stanley B. Bennett Jr., 69, of Bucksport, Nov. 24 at his home. Celebration of life 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, Edward K. Arey Community Center, Bucksport.

Philip R. Cunningham, 70, of Bar Harbor, Nov. 24, at a Bangor hospital. Spring service.

Marion D. Gray, 44, of Deer Isle, Nov. 18. Private spring service.

Stephen L. Harriman of Waltham, Nov. 12. Service 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 2, Eastbrook Baptist Church.

Sharon Dawn Leonard, 70, of Warner Robins, Ga., Nov. 22. Funeral service Nov. 27, McCullough Funeral Home, Warner Robins. Interment Andersonville National Cemetery, Andersonville, Ga.

Delmont A. Lymburner, 70, of Waltham, Nov. 25, at Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital, Ellsworth. Graveside service 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30, Hillside Cemetery, Waltham. Reception Eastbrook Community Building.

JoAnn Elizabeth (Sabin) McMillen, 87, of New Mexico, formerly of Sullivan, Dec. 12, 2015.

Trudy Morley, 97, of Ellsworth, Nov. 26, at Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital, Ellsworth. Celebration of life at later date.

Carol Ann Norwood, 74, of Ellsworth, Nov. 21. Private spring burial Woodbine Cemetery, Ellsworth.

June Rolfe of Franklin and Winter Harbor, Nov. 16.

Ruth G. Scanlon, 86, of Lincoln, Neb., formerly of Gouldsboro, Nov. 25. Memorial service 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7, Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, Lincoln, Neb. Interment Lincoln Memorial Park.

Richard Wayne Stanley, 62, of Town Hill, Nov. 26, at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, Bangor. Spring gathering.

Leola (Joy) Trombley, 88, of Winter Harbor, Nov. 21, at her home. Funeral Wednesday, Nov. 28, Bragdon-Kelley Funeral Home, Milbridge. Interment West Bay Cemetery, Gouldsboro.

Ellen P. Weed, 82, of Ellsworth, Nov. 18, at her home. Memorial service 1 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 29, Jordan-Fernald Funeral Home, Ellsworth.

BAR HARBOR

Allan Edward Ott, 64, died Nov. 21, 2018, at MDI Hospital, Bar Harbor. He was born at a very young age on Nov. 17, 1954, in Plainfield, N.J., the son of Albert E. and Marion A. (Mitchell) Ott.

Allan graduated in 1972 from Simsbury High School in Simsbury, Conn. He attended the University of Maine-Orono and received his BS in Natural Resources. He later received an associate degree as a paralegal from the University of Maine-Augusta. Allan spent the majority of his work life as a site evaluator and soil scientist in natural resource management. He was later the register of deeds for Hancock County.

Allan was married to Jeanne C. (Adams) on Aug. 27, 1977, in Old Town. They spent 41 years of marriage together. Because of his love of nature Allan spent time exploring MDI, camping, canoeing and fishing. He especially enjoyed his time spent on Molasses Pond with his grandchildren William and Thor. Allan was an avid reader. He was an amazing and very talented musician. He enjoyed writing, playing guitar and listening to music (especially his favorite group, The Grateful Dead). Allan was a member of the Theta Chi fraternity at UMO and a past member of the Parish Council of St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Manset. He was also a member of the Maine Association of Site Evaluators (MASE) and the Maine Association of Professional Soil Scientists (MAPSS).

Allan is survived by his beloved wife; mother, Marion Ott; sister, Alice Mayer and her husband, Bill Tenero; brother, John Ott and his wife, Shannon; daughter Autumn Carter and her sons, William and Thor; nephew and godson Ethan Ott and wife, Melissa, and their daughter Clara, niece Janna and her husband, Ryan Willmaser; niece Shannon Cox and husband, Joe, and her children Tanner and Owen Cornett. He is also survived by his wife’s family, brother and sister in law Lawrence and Nancy Adams and their children: nephew Max Adams and his wife, Caley; niece Samantha Adams and husband, Mark Bullock; niece Kelsey Snyder and husband Andrew and their daughter Sadie; niece, Brooke Adams; and his canine companion Smokie and feline friend Ozzy. Allan was predeceased by his father, Albert; brother Brian; mother-in-law and stepfather-in-law Marion and Victor Carrier.

A Mass of Christian burial will be prayed 4 p.m., Friday, May 3, 2019, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 21 Ledgelawn Ave., Bar Harbor.

Those who desire may make contributions is Allan’s memory to Cancer Care of Maine, Northern Lights Health Foundation, P.O. Box 931, Bangor, ME 04402; Hospice Volunteers of Hancock County, 14 McKenzie Avenue, Ellsworth, ME 04605 or the local library of your choice.

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

FRANKFORT, MICH.

Sharon Marie Robinson left us all on Nov. 8, 2018. She was born in Trenton, N.J., on June 28, 1968, to Ronald and Patricia Smith.

She loved her family very much, especially her children.

She is survived by her husband, Ron, children Roger, Cody and Keri, grandchildren Jaden and Chloe, all of Michigan. Her sister Lisa of Maine, brothers, Ron and Kurt of Pennsylvania. Stepfather Joe of New Jersey and stepmother Deb of Pennsylvania. Very good friend Beth Hamm of New Jersey.

She will be returned to New Jersey to be laid to rest beside her mother at a later date.

Love you forever, Sha Sha, you left us way too soon.

SEDGWICK

Stephen Astbury, 75, of Sedgwick, died peacefully at his home Nov. 25, 2018. Stephen was born in Blue Hill on May 15, 1943, to James M. and Abigail (Gray) Astbury Sr. Stephen served eight years in the Air Force and was a member of IRA Berry Lodge in Blue Hill. He owned and operated his garage for 25 years.

He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Brenda, his devoted son, Skip Astbury and his significant other Doreen; his daughter Debbie Astbury and son Stephen Astbury Jr.; his brother Virgil Astbury and a favorite niece Mary as well as many other nieces and nephews; three grandsons, Seth Lucas and Brandon and Darryl Astbury. He will be missed by his constant companion and beloved dog, Brandy.

Stephen was predeceased by both parents; brothers Thomas, James Jr., Roger, Clayton and Albert Gray; sisters, Isabelle, Rose and Gloria and his son Todd Astbury.

A graveside service will be held in the spring. Arrangements are under the care of Direct Cremation of Maine, 182 Waldo Ave., Belfast. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.directcremationofmaine.com.

BROOKLIN

Ethel A. Gott, 92, passed away peacefully to be with her three beautiful daughters, Pamela, Wanda and Freda, and son Joe, Nov. 27, 2018, in Deer Isle. She was born in Sedgwick, June 26, 1926, the daughter of Forrest F. and Emma (Horton) Allen.

She graduated from Brooklin High School in 1944.

Up until the last few years she was so full of energy and loved life beyond words; she was fearless, full of incredible strength and always very independent. We will miss all of our wonderful visits and picnics in the apple orchard, which she loved and enjoyed so much. Bottomless cups of coffee, all her homemade goodies, but most of all …. we will miss her bright inviting warm smile, big hugs and seeing her wave from the driveway as we pulled away! It is impossible to capture in words the wonderful courageous and beautiful soul that she was. We are incredibly grateful to have had her in our lives for all these years. She touched the hearts and souls of all who met her or were graced with her presence.

She is survived by her daughter, Angie Snow, and husband, John, of Penobscot; daughter-in-law, Jackie Gott of Sedgwick; brother, Lawrence Allen; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

At Ethel’s request, there will be no services.

We would like to extend a special thanks to all the special caregivers at INH, Joan Bothwell for the sweet pep talks and hugs, and special thank you to Laura Osborne and all the Hospice volunteers.

Arrangements by Jordan-Fernald, 49 Main St., Blue Hill.

Condolences may be expressed at www.jordanfernald.com.

CONWAY, N.H.

Bertrand H. Tancrel, 90, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018, at Memorial Hospital in North Conway with his family at his side. He was born in Lewiston on April 17, 1928, the son of the late Alfred and Rose (Levasseur) Tancrel. Bertrand was educated in the Lewiston school system. He served his country in the Army during the Korean War.

Bertrand lived and worked as a contractor in Maine and Florida throughout his lifetime. He was a skilled carpenter who worked hard to earn the trust and respect of those he worked for. He was self-employed for the last 40 years doing business as B&M Builders. Bertrand also gave many hours helping family, friends and others with his trademark work ethic and expertise.

Bertrand loved to be on the pond aboard one of his many pontoon boats fishing and spending time with family and friends. He brought a smile to everyone’s faces with his jokes and warm heart. He enjoyed gardening, camping, dancing, hunting trips, art, reading Downeast magazine, and of course happy hour.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his siblings Bertrand, Louie, Joseph, Rose, Laurier, Muriel and a special nephew, Jerry.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Muriel, his daughter MaryAnn (David), Anita (Richard), Stan, Debbie (Stoney), grandchildren Julianne, Matthew, Alia, Jason, Josh, Jesse, Jaime, Alex, Rylie, great-grandchildren Anastasia, Cameron, Mackenzie, Alecia, Jeremy, Aubrey, and siblings Beatrice, Norman, Sister Wilda and Connie.

Bertrand lived his life surrounded by family and friends who remember the great man they knew as Bert, Dad, Pepere, Grampy, Uncle Bert and Husband.

A memorial service will be held in the spring.

The Furber and White Funeral Home in North Conway is in charge of arrangements.

To send a message of condolence, or for more information, visit www.furberandwhite.com.

NORTHEAST HARBOR

Fredrick “Rick” George Marzolf, 64, passed away peacefully with family and friends by his side Nov. 30, 2018, at a Bangor hospital. Rick was born Oct. 15, 1954, in Hawthorne, Nev. He was the son of Fredrick F. Marzolf and Frances T. (McIntee) Marzolf.

Rick graduated from Bucksport High School, Class of 1973. He then graduated from SMVTI with a degree in culinary arts. Following graduation, Rick spent most of his career as a chief steward on ships that traveled the world. He always had lots of stories to tell about the various ports of call that he visited and the people he met. When he decided to end his maritime career and stay on shore, he worked at restaurants in Castine, Bangor and Northeast Harbor. Rick always enjoyed a good cup of coffee and loved to talk with everyone. Rick spent many years as an active volunteer with the Castine Fire Department. He especially enjoyed the 4th of July parade and fireworks with the Castine Fire Department. He was a Red Sox and Patriots fan, and in later years, a NASCAR fan. He loved doing crossword puzzles in ink, read voraciously, enjoyed John Wayne movies and the History Channel. Rick enjoyed his family, and was very proud of his niece, nephews and great-nephews. He also enjoyed his extended family and could be counted on to bring favorite foods to family gatherings.

Rick was predeceased by his parents. He is survived by his sister, Barbara Marzolf; brother, Michael and wife, Judy; niece, Jennifer Marzolf; nephews, Christopher and wife, Carrie Marzolf, and Jeff Howard; two great nephews, Gradyn and Landon. He is also survived by special friends, Arlene and George Nickerson.

The family would like to thank the staff of MDI Hospital and LifeFlight of Maine. In addition, we would like to thank all the CCU and ICU staff and the Palliative Care team at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center. Thank you for the superb medical care, kindness, and compassion given to all of us. We appreciate it more than words can express.

Those who wish to remember Rick in a special way may make a contribution to the Castine Fire and Rescue Volunteer Association, P.O. Box 602, Castine, ME 04421

A celebration of Rick’s life will take place May 4, 2019, at place to be determined and announced at a later date. Condolences to the family may be expressed at memorial-alternatives.com.

Vaya con Dios, Rick. May the road rise to meet you, may the wind be always at your back, may the sun shine warm upon your face, the rains fall upon your fields, until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of His hand.

TRENTON

William Arthur LaBelle Sr., 85, died peacefully at his home on Dec. 2, 2018. He was born Dec. 29, 1932, in Palmyra, the son of Ernest Adelbert LaBelle and Ruth (Bickford) LaBelle.

Dad attended schools in Farmington and Calais. He worked in the woods around his father’s saw mill along with his brothers until he entered the U.S. Air Force, serving in Korea during the Korean Conflict. When he returned from Korea, he married the love of his life, Eugenia (Jean) Lumbert. They were married Dec. 1, 1952, in Moose River. They moved to Keesler Air Force Base in Mississippi until his discharge from the Air Force. Once they returned to the area they lived in North Ellsworth, and after a very short trucking job with Graves Trucking in Bangor he began his plumbing career. He began with Eldridge Plumbing, then with Ray Plumbing in Ellsworth, where he remained for 36 years until his retirement. He worked hard and was well respected in this field. He worked on numerous large jobs, including the rebuild of the Waterville Hospital and the rebuilds of the CMP building in Augusta and Jackson Lab, among others. He was also the Trenton plumbing inspector for approximately 45 years. But his love was always his family; he always made time for and took care of us. We could go on forever with this, so we will just say whatever we needed or whenever we needed him, he was there for us. He enjoyed being at camp “Second Lake Old Stream” hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, visiting with friends and family. Dad enjoyed traveling with mom and while they took many trips, he especially enjoyed their train trip through Canada to the West Coast across the Rockies and their trip through the Panama Canal. In retirement he also enjoyed his garden, working around the house and hobby crafts such as bird houses, planters and other such items. Dad dedicated himself to the care of mom when she was failing and it truly broke his heart when she passed almost three years ago. If he had one thing to accomplish in his life, it was to make sure his family was ok and taken care of, well dad you can rest in peace because that’s exactly what you did to the very end and we already miss that call at the end of day to say good night.

He was a member of the VFW post in Trenton and a member of the Trenton Baptist Church.

Arthur was predeceased by his beloved wife, Jean, his parents and one sister Archena McCory. He is survived by his daughter, Cheryle Monson and husband, Doug, of Trenton; son William (Bill) Arthur LaBelle, Jr. of Mariaville and partner Shasta Newenham; son Lanier Lumbert of Portland; two grandchildren Douglas Monson Jr. and wife, Melissa, of Brockton, Mass., and Brandie Rubin and husband, Cliff, of Scarborough; five great-grandchildren Andrew, Emma and Sam Monson; Abigail and Lillian Rubin. He is also survived by seven siblings — Russell LaBelle (Hannah), Herman LaBelle, Jean Linderman, Frances McCord, Richard (Dick) LaBelle (Lois) and Lee LaBelle; one brother-in-law Charles (Perry) Lumbert (Gaetane); two sisters-in-law Marcelle Lumbert and Priscilla Lumbert; along with many nieces and nephews; also a close friend Wanda Pinkham who often checked in on him and always put a smile on his face.

A service of remembrance will be held at 1 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 10, 2018, at the Trenton Baptist Church. Internment will be at Leland Cemetery in Trenton. Gifts in Arthur’s memory to the Trenton Baptist Church at 990 Bar Harbor Road, Trenton, ME 04605.

Arrangements by Jordan-Fernald, 113 Franklin St., Ellsworth. Condolences may be expressed at www.jordanfernald.com.

COREA AND MILBRIDGE

Thomas Allen Bridges

Nov. 9, 1942 – Nov. 29, 2018

Born in Birch Harbor but raised in Corea, “Tommy Tide,” Thomas Bridges, has passed to a place where there will be calm seas and abundant catches. He passed peacefully at his home.

As a young boy, his desire to be on the ocean started very early, as early as 6, when he went with his grandfather Grafton Dyer on a sardine boat in Dyer’s Bay seining. This would be something Tommy would do again many times in his younger years; he was even photographed and made “legendary” early on in photograph taken of him in Winter Harbor seining.

Fishing was as natural to him as breathing, passed down through Bridges genes, but it was at the tender age of 14 that Pappy suggested to him on a very cold January day that he go out fishing with his Uncle Ellis. Thinking the below freezing temperatures and the terrible sea conditions would deter him, Pappy was quite surprised when Tommy informed him he had found what he wanted to do and that was just what he did for the next 60 years. A fixture in Corea Harbor, he fished for lobsters, gillnetted, shrimped, halibut trawled and his much loved scalloping. Tommy never missed a scallop season in 52 years. Boy did he love filling those gallon bags right to the point that you couldn’t possibly put another scallop in the bag.

As any great legend would want, his fishing legacy will be carried on for many generations to come through his son and many grandchildren. Perhaps that is the greatest compliment to any man, when your family follows in the footsteps that you have already taken yourself and continues your story by both doing and telling the stories of the good old days and the man himself.

Known up and down the coast of Maine and beyond, he will be known as one of the greats of his time. A Legend. That phrase really brought out that ever infectious smile of his. Tommy was known to have gotten into a scrap or two or 10 here or there, but he always came out on the other end with a smile on his face and great story to tell.

He was always a friend to lend a hand, a fisherman to help another fisherman, a good ole fellow to have a good time. He was a very proud father, but perhaps his greatest joy was watching over his growing family of grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Tom has spent the last years of his life in the companionship of Madolyn Byers. They enjoyed taking many rides all over Downeast Maine but in particular and right up until his passing to Tom’s beloved Corea Harbor to “just see what was going on.” They were usually accompanied by a four-legged friend, including Digger and most recently Lucy.

He was predeceased by his two babies, Timothy and Baby Bridges, mother and stepfather Corinne “Lassie” and Allison “Pappy” Bishop, his stepmother Ruby Bridges, brother Alton Bridges and his son-in-law John McKenzie. He is survived by his father, Chancey Bridges, his children, Brenda and John, Bryan and Pam, Barbara and Mark, Kimberlea. Grandchildren, Thomas and Chris, Jeffrey, Danielle and Jr., Ryan and Heather, Samantha and Rand, Tomi Lee and Adam, Jacob, Cassidy. Great-grandchildren: Jayden, Jenna, Christopher, Brennan, Bailey, Raegan and Eben. His siblings: Richard (Dick) Bridges and Cindy Lowe, Jeff, Sherrill, Wayne and Lorne Bridges. Nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held Sunday, Dec. 9, at 1 p.m. at the Gouldsboro Community Center. The family hopes you will come tell a story and share a memory.

Washington County

Elizabeth Cochran, 96, of Woodland, Dec. 1, at Aroostook House of Comfort, Presque Isle. Visiting 8 to 11 a.m., service noon, Gray Memorial United Methodist Church, Caribou.

Antoinette Marie Davis, 57, of Harrington, Nov. 26. Mass 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 5, St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Cherryfield, followed by gathering, Seaworthy, Milbridge.

James Bernard Dwelley, 68, of Baileyville, Nov. 30. Private burial, Alexander Cemetery.

Marguerite M. Graham Howe, 91, of Baileyville, Nov. 29. Service Dec. 3, Church of the Open Bible, Alexander.

Nola Jean Scott, 84, of Calais and Orrington, Nov. 26. Spring burial, Calais Cemetery.

Michael F. Wilson, 73, of Cooper, Calais and Lubec, Nov. 29 at Downeast Community Hospital, Machias. Visiting 11 a.m., burial Mass, noon, Thursday, Dec. 6, Sacred Heart Church, Lubec. Burial West Ridge Cemetery, Cooper.

Hancock County

Stephen Astbury, 75, of Sedgwick, Nov. 25, at his home. Spring graveside service.

Stanley B. Bennett Jr., 69, of Bucksport, Nov. 24, at his home. Celebration of life 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 8, Edward K. Arey Community Center, Bucksport.

Thomas Allen Bridges, 76, of Corea and Milbridge, Nov. 29, at his home. Celebration of life 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9, Gouldsboro Community Center.

Ethel A. Gott, 92, of Brooklin, Nov. 27, at Deer Isle.

Capt. Richard E. Griffin, of Swan’s Island and Orrington, Nov. 27, at his home. Celebration of life 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 8, Jeff’s Catering, Brewer.

Susan McInnes Howard, 80, of Bryn Mawr, Pa., Nov. 20. Memorial service 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 15, The Bryn Mawr Presbyterian Church.

William Arthur LaBelle, 85, of Trenton, Dec. 2, at his home. Remembrance service 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 10, Trenton Baptist Church. Interment Leland Cemetery, Trenton.

Fredrick George Marzolf, 64, of Northeast Harbor, Nov. 30, at a Bangor hospital. Celebration of life May 4, 2019, location at later date.

Judith Lynn Melillo, 55, of Amherst, Nov. 25, at her home. Celebration of life 1 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 9, Penobscot County Conservation Club, Brewer.

Janice Monica Minson, 64, of Verona Island, Nov. 28. Gathering Dec. 2, Hampden-Gilpatrick Funeral Home, Hampden. Spring graveside service Locust Grove Cemetery, Hampden.

Trudy Morley, 97, of Ellsworth, Nov. 26, at Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital, Ellsworth. Celebration of life 3:30 to 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 14, Seaport Village, Ellsworth.

Allan Edward Ott, 64, of Bar

Harbor, Nov. 21 at Mount Desert Island Hospital. Burial Mass 4 p.m. Friday, May 3, 2019, Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Bar Harbor.

Marjorie Gott Reed, 91, of Brunswick, formerly of Bass Harbor, Nov. 27, at Brunswick. Celebration of life 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 5, Somesville Union Meeting House.

Sharon Marie Robinson, 50, of Frankfort, Mich., Nov. 8, 2018. Interment at later date in New Jersey.

Ruth G. Scanlon, 86, of Lincoln, Neb., formerly of Gouldsboro, Nov. 25. Memorial service 3 p.m. Friday, Dec. 7, Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, Lincoln, Neb. Interment Lincoln Memorial Park.

Bertrand H. Tancrel, 90, of Conway, N.H., formerly of Eastbrook, Nov. 24, at Memorial Hospital, North Conway. Spring service.