Obituaries

ADAMS, Azel D.
BASCOM, Gregory A.
BEAULIEU, Dorothy N.
CHRISTOPHER, David J.
DIXON, Nettie M.
EASLER, Elizabeth J.

EASLER, Hollis H.
EASLER, Josie E.
FORTIER-MIODINE, Theresa K.
FOSTER, Roland F.
HANSCOM, JR., Rowland W.
LAROCHELLE, Mary S.

LEIGHTON, Lucy A.
LEIGHTON, Nathaniel W.
LEMIEUX, Neil I.
LEWIS, Irving L.
LEWIS, William B.
MAURY, Austin B.

PICKETT, Walter A.
RUSSELL, Glendon D.
SJOBERG, Ernest O.
SKELTON, Charles E.
TARANKO, Walter J.
WYMAN, Lewis A.

ADAMS, Azel D.

Azel D. Adams, 89 passed away Sept. 23, 2001, at the Stillwater Health Care in Bangor. He was born Aug. 8,1912, at The Forks, the son of William and Lena (Berry) Adams. Azel was predeceased by his wife of 50 years, Marguerite Sawyer Adams, after living many years in Richmond. Azel had varied life that led him in many directions. As a young man, he worked in the woods, was a river driver, a Maine Guide, bartended in Rockwood and Waterville, was a diver for the navy on Long Island during World War II, and finally life took him into the construction business and at retirement was a field supervisor for United Engineers & Constructors, a Division of Raytheon, with his last job in Salem, N.J. building a power plant. After retirement, he refurbished cast iron stoves and was a building inspector for the town of Richmond. At this time, Sally K. Butcher entered his life and convinced him to write a book, Creative Survival, a narrative history of Azel Adams that was published in 1991. With Sally, he visited several area schools recounting to children how they lived in the "olden days" and visited Pierce Pond Camps meeting associates from years ago. Surviving are his two children, Terry Adams of East Winthrop, Donna Leland of Bangor; and a granddaughter, Dr. Jodi Adams of Modesto, Calif. Also surviving are a nephew, Sidney Doughty of Jackman, Violet Doughty of Jackman; and niece, Bonnie Marble of Waite. He was one of ten children. Surviving are brothers, John and wife, Winnie Adams of Brandywine, Md., George and wife, Dottie Adams of Plainfield, N.H. Predeceased siblings are Villa Laweryson of Bingham, Charlotte Sapede of Skowhegan, Claudia Raum of Homstead, Fla., Oliver Adams of Fairfield, Clyde Adams of Norwood, Mass., and Thelma Towle of Sanford/ Springvale and Chester, who died at birth. Funeral service will be held in Richmond, 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, 2001, at the Dresden Richmond United Methodist Church, with Rev. Meg Queior officiating. A visiting hour will be held at the church one hour prior to the service, 10-11 a.m. Interment will be later in the afternoon at the Whipple Cemetery in Jackman. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Dresden Richmond Methodist Church, 21 South Pleasant St., Richmond, ME 04357. Arrangements are under the care of Staples Funeral Home, 53 Brunswick Ave., Gardiner.
--Bangor Daily News, September 25, 2001

BASCOM, Gregory A.

Gregory A. Bascom, 40, of Richmond, Maine, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 7, at his residence.
Born in Middletown, he was the son of David and Margaret (Talmage) Bascom of Durham. After attending local schools, he served his country in the US Navy as an electronics technician. He then went to work for Bath Iron Works on their power test crew. He enjoyed golfing, his train collection and time spending with his family.
He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Sherry (Tribbet) Bascom; daughter, Melinda Bascom; son, Bryan Bascom; parents; brothers, Robert and Richard, of Middlefield and Durham, respectively, and Gary of New Jersey; aunt, Barbara Bascom Joseph of Florida; several nieces and nephews; and grandfather, Sidney Bascom of Florida. He was predeceased by his grandmother, Elizabeth Bascom.
A funeral service was held in Richmond, Maine on Saturday, November 10, with burial following with military honors in Forest Hill Cemetery, Dresden, Maine. Donations in Greg’s memory may be made to his children’s education trust fund, c/o Bowdoinham Federal Credit Union, 55 Main Street, Richmond, ME 04357.
--Town Times, November 16, 2001

BEAULIEU, Dorothy N.

Dorothy N. Beaulieu, 86, wife of the late Peter Beaulieu, died unexpectedly June 10, 2001, at her Caribou residence. She was born in Richmond, Oct. 29, 1914, the daughter of Hadley and Olive (Curtis) Nichols. Mrs. Beaulieu was a longtime member of the Caribou United Baptist Church where she was also a member of the Dorcas Mission Circle. She was educated in Caribou schools and was a USO volunteer for many years. Dorothy enjoyed sitting on her front porch on High Street and talking and visiting with her many friends and neighbors. She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Terry and Mable Beaulieu of Caribou; three daughters and a son-in-law, Judy Robertson and Penny Green, both of Caribou, and Suzie and Lalit Sudan of Framingham, Mass., 10 grandchildren, Jeffrey Robertson, Janet Schofield, Jon Robertson, Mark Green, Stephanie Green, Jay Green, Stacy Sudan, Cary Sudan, Brett Beaulieu and Michelle Beaulieu; four great-grandchildren, Daniel and Samuel Robertson, Stephanie and Sandra Schofield. Mrs. Beaulieu was predeceased by her husband of over 59 years, Peter in 1996; two sisters, Mildred and Agnes; and a son-in-law, Joe Robertson. Friends may call 3-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday at the Mockler Funeral Home, 24 Reservoir St., Caribou. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Thursday, June 14, 2001, from the Chapel of the Mockler-Funeral Home with the Rev. John Ross, pastor of the Caribou United Baptist Church, officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Friends who wish to contribute in memory of Mrs. Beaulieu, may do so through the American Diabetes Association Maine Affiliate Inc. Envelopes are available through the funeral home.
--Bangor Daily News, July 13, 2001

CHRISTOPHER, David J.

David J. Christopher, 70, died at the Bangor City Nursing & Rehab Center, April 9, 2001. He was born in Winthrop, the son of Maynard James Christopher and Irma Simpson Christopher Williams. He graduated from Boston English High School and attended college at Northeastern University, Gorham State Teacher's College, and received a BS degree from the University of Maine at Orono. He was awarded several National Science Foundation grants and studied earth science and geology in summer programs at Boston University and Northern Illinois University. Another grant provided a year of post-graduate study in geology at the University of Colorado at Boulder, Colo. He received a mater's degree from the University of Maine at Orono. He taught at Emerson School in Richmond, Winthrop Junior High School and upon his return from a year of post-graduate study, he taught earth science for several years at Oxford Hills High School in Norway. Other teaching positions were held in Fitchbury, Mass. and Hampton, N.H. Upon retirement from teaching, he worked several years as a rehabilitation counselor with the State of Maine. He married Barbara Perry of Strong in 1958. They had two daughters and were divorced in 1974. His passions included camping, hunting, fishing, sailing, fossil and rock hounding, writing poetry and cooking. He is survived by two daughters, Cheryl Wells of Farmington and Lynn Mitchell of Loveland, Ohio; one sister, Lois Nelson of Winthrop; three brothers, Darryl Christopher of Bangor, Michael Christopher of Oxnard, Calif., and Dennis Christopher of Forrest Dale, Mass.; four grandchildren; one half-sister, Lisa Christopher of Brooklyn, Mass.; stepmother, Dorothy Christopher of Hialeah, Fla., several nieces and nephews. He leaves behind many good friends and coffee shop buddies. He was predeceased by both parents and a half-brother, Kim. At the request of the family, there will be no visitation hours or funeral service. Arrangements under the direction of Adams Funeral Home, 108 Court St., Farmington.
--Bangor Daily News, April 11, 2001

DIXON, Nettie M.

Nettie M. Dixon, 97, formerly of Chestnut Street, Richmond, died Friday, April 5, 1996, at the Amenity Manor, Topsham. She was born in Swan Island, June 23, 1898, the daughter of Fred C. and Laura Leighton Lewis. She was a graduate of Richmond High School, class of 1916. Mrs. Dixon worked for many years at the “Fraternities” H. & A. Insurance Co. of Richmond. Mrs. Dixon was a lifelong member of the Dresden-Richmond United Methodist Church, having served as financial secretary for 19 years. She and her husband resided in Portland from 1941 to 1955, at which time they moved to Richmond. She was very active in helping at the voting polls for many years.
Her husband, Carl Dixon, died in 1958.
Mrs. Dixon is survived by a son, Maynard Dixon of Portland; two grandchildren; a great-grandson; and a niece and nephews.
Friends may call at the Jepson Funeral Home, 14 South Pleasant St., Richmond, Monday from 6-8 p.m.
A funeral service will be held at the Dresden-Richmond United Methodist Church, Richmond, Tuesday at 1 p.m. with Rev. Daniel M’Mutungi officiating. Burial will be in the Richmond Cemetery at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the Dresden-Richmond Memorial Fund, c/o Evelyn Gooch, 31 North Front St., Richmond, Maine 04357.
--newspaper and date unknown

EASLER, Elizabeth J.

OLDEST RESIDENT OF RICHMOND DIES AT AGE 96 YEARS
Richmond, Aug. 26 – Mrs. Elizabeth J. Easler, the oldest resident of this town died today after one day’s illness at the age of 96 years. She had been active until stricken Thursday night. Death occurred at the home of her foster-daughter, Mrs. Lottie Farley on the Reed Road. Mrs. Easler was born in Miramichi, N.B., May 14, 1842, the daughter of James and Betsy Easler and came to Richmond from Crouseville, Aroostook County 35 years ago. She was the widow of John Easler. The deceased was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Susan Galusha of Richmond, a brother, James Easler of California, and an adopted son, Hollis Easler of Perkins. The funeral will be held at the home of her foster-daughter, the time to be announced.
--newspaper and date unknown. Date of death was August 26, 1938.

EASLER, Hollis H.

Richmond – Hollis H. Easler, 72, died at a local rest home Saturday after a long illness. The son of John and Elizabeth Easler, he was born March 6, 1891 in Bangor. He was a resident of Richmond for 35 years. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Helen E. Redmond Easler of Richmond and several cousins. Friends may call at Roberts Funeral Home from 3 to 5 pm and from 7 to 9 pm, Tuesday. They are asked to omit flowers. Funeral services will be at the Seventh Day Adventist Church, Richmond at 2pm. Wednesday with Elder J. Wyland Wood officiating.
--newspaper and date unknown. Date of death was October 10, 1953.

EASLER, Josie E.

Richmond – Mrs. Josie E. Easler, died at her home on Gardiner Street early Sunday morning after a long illness. She was born in Wiscasset Dec. 25, 1889, the daughter of the late James Pottle and the late Josie (Averell) Pottle. She is survived by her husband, Herman Easler, five children, Mrs. Marion Van Buren, Manchester, NH, Mrs. Viola Kenney, Mrs. Ruby Orr, Mrs. Evelyn Orr, and Charles Raymond Barter, all of Bath; several grandchildren; four brothers and one sister, Walter Pottle, Auburn, Henry Pottle, Portland, Wilbur Pottle, Boothbay, Theodore Pottle, Boothbay, and Mrs. Emma Boyd, Boothbay. Funeral services will be at the home Tuesday at 2pm. The Rev. Lester R. Norton will officiate.
--newspaper and date unknown. Date of death was November 11, 1940.

FORTIER-MIODINE, Theresa K.

Theresa K. "Terri" Fortier-Miodini, 47, of Old Ferry Road, died on Sunday, May 7, 2000, at her home, with her husband and her devoted dog, Maggie, by her side. She was born in Bangor, the daughter of Bernard and Muriel (McKenzie) Fortier, June 15, 1952, and attended Bangor schools. Terri earned her Bachelor's and Master's degrees in social work from Boston University. During her long and distinguished career she was a respected case manager at the Augusta Mental Health Institute, a licensed certified social worker for the Augusta school system and worked in private practice as a therapist and counselor from 1985 until the time of her death. She will be deeply missed by the hundreds of people she helped and cared for in her professional life. She was also a talented knitter who created her own patterns and unselfishly gave the fruits of these labors to family and friends. Theresa enjoyed walking her dog, Maggie and fishing with her beloved husband, John. She was a generous soul who will be greatly missed by her family, friends and the countless clients and patients whose lives she touched and influenced. She was a communicant of St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church in Richmond. She is survived by her husband, John Miodini of Richmond; two sisters, Lisa and Kelly Fortier of Bangor; a brother, Joe Fortier of Bangor; nieces, Jessica, Amber and Katelyn Fortier; and a nephew, Sean Michael. A Memorial Mass and a celebration of Theresa's life will be held 6 p.m. Thursday, June 15, 2000, at St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church, Bangor. Burial will be in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, Ohio Street, Bangor, June 15, 2000. In lieu of flowers, gifts can be made to local hospice organizations or to the Theresa K. Fortier-Miodini Scholarship Fund at Cony High School, Augusta, Me. Attn: April Fenton-Hulett, to support students pursuing human services and social work careers. Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home, 14 South Pleasant St., Richmond.
--Bangor Daily News, May 30, 2000

FOSTER, Roland F.

Roland F. Foster, 64, of Hillside Street, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 20, 2002, at Mid Coast Hospital, Brunswick. He was born in Richmond, Oct. 2, 1937, the son of Walter and Virginia (Stratton) Foster. Roland graduated from Richmond High School in 1955. Upon graduation, he attended the University of Maine at Gorham and received his bachelor's degree in education and later his master's degree in education from the University of Southern Maine. He was an educator in the state for more than 26 years, spending a majority of that time at Bowdoin Central School in Bowdoin.
Roland was a very active member of the community and local organizations. He was a 40-year member of Bowdoinham Masonic Lodge 26, 13-year member of the Gardiner Elks, past Richmond school board member for 12 years and was a member of the Maine Association of Retired Teachers. Roland was very active in local sporting activities, coaching American Legion baseball and president of the Richmond softball league. He also had natural athletic ability, playing semipro baseball. Playing for Gorham State Teachers College, he was voted Most Valuable Player in his junior year.
He was recently predeceased by his beloved wife of 40 years, Patricia Foster; a sister, Nadine Foster; and a brother, Kenneth Foster.
He is survived by his daughter, Nadine Hurley and husband, John, of Richmond; sons Walter Foster of Brunswick and Roland Foster and wife, Michelle, of Texas; sister Sharon Carver and her husband, Sherwood, of Richmond; five grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Family and friends may visit 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 23, at Kincer Funeral Home, 14 S. Pleasant St., Richmond, where a Masonic service will be held at 7 p.m.
A funeral service will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24, with words of remembrance being offered by Richard Marsano. Following the service, there will be a gathering at the Richmond Sportsman's Club, Alexander Reed Road, Richmond.
In Roland's memory, donations may be made to the Richmond Booster Club c/o Kathy Nash, P.O Box 85, Richmond 04357.
For those unable to attend condolences may be expressed at kincerfuneralhome.com
--Kennebec Journal, Friday, February 22, 2002

HANSCOM, JR., Rowland W.

Rowland W. "Buzz" Hanscom Jr., 61, formerly of Bath, died July 30, 2000, with his family at his side at Mid Coast Hospital in Brunswick from complications after a heart attack one week earlier. He was born in Bath, March 14, 1939, a son of Rowland W. Sr. and H. Margaret Hill Hanscom. He was educated in the Bath schools and graduated from Morse High School in 1958. He also graduated from Maine Criminal Justice Academy. Mr. Hanscom served as sergeant under the command of General Westmoreland in the Army during the Vietnam War. Buzz was a member of the Bath Police Department before entering the Army in 1967. After his military service, he was the chief deputy sheriff for Sagadahoc County. He then served for 20 years as chief of the VA Police at the Veterans Administration in Togus, retiring on Sept. 27, 1997. During his law enforcement career, he received many awards, including ones from the Maine Psychiatric Association, Kennebec County Sheriffs Office, and numerous fraternal organizations throughout the state recognizing him for providing caring, innovative, and intelligent police services to the veterans of Togus. On Jan. 12, 1980, he married Terry R. Roche and in 1983 they moved to Dresden. Mr. Hanscom was an avid outdoorsman, who especially enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping, and was well-known for his wildlife photography. Buzz was a member of the National Rifle Association and the Sportsman's Alliance of Maine. He was a proud life member of the North American Club. He loved animals and will be greatly missed by his dog, Sarah, who was his constant companion. Mr. Hanscom was an active member of the Corliss Street Baptist Church in Bath. He was a past member of the Maine Chiefs of Police Association, Kennebec Valley Law Enforcement Association, and the International Association of Hospital Safety and Security. He was a current member of the Dresden Masonic Lodge No. 103, Lincoln Chapter No. 3 of the Royal Arch Masons, Dunlap Commandery No. 5 Knights Templar, Bath, Accepted Ancient Scottish Rites, Consistory, Scottish Rites Bodies in the Valley of Portland, Kora Temple Shrine in Lewiston, American Legion Post No. 132, Richmond, and AMVETS Post No. 5 of Augusta. He had a magnetic personality and was a special friend to the elderly people, many veterans, and troubled teens. He gave of himself to so many people. He was predeceased by a sister, Margaret Longley on Sept. 24, 1990; and a brother, Stanley Donald Hanscom on Feb. 4, 1997. He is survived by his wife, Terry R. Hanscom; a son, William R. Hanscom, both of Dresden; two daughters, Heidi Sue Bruce and her husband, Joel of Bath, Kerri Ellen Arsenault and her husband, John of Woolwich; his mother, Margaret of Bath; one sister, Clara Gemellaro of Granada Hills, Calif.; one brother, Eugene Hanscom and his wife, Noreen of Cape Elizabeth; four grandchildren, Paul Cole, Heather Cole, David Arsenault, all of Woolwich, and Devon Green of Bath; several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles. Visiting hours will be held 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Wednesday at David E. Desmond Funeral Home, 638 High St., Bath. A funeral service will be held at Corliss Street Baptist Church, 402 Middle St., Bath, 10 a.m. Thursday. Burial will be in Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery at 1 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 52 Federal St., Brunswick, or the Kennebec Valley Humane Society in Augusta.
--Bangor Daily News, August 1, 2000

LAROCHELLE, Mary S.

Mary Jean (Sullivan) LaRochelle, 67, of the Middle Rd., died Saturday, July 7, 2001, after a courageous five year struggle with colon cancer, at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Oakland, April 22, 1934, a daughter of Maurice and Edith Clark Sullivan. She grew up in Richmond and was educated in the schools there, graduating from Richmond High School in 1952. She was an outstanding basketball player in high school, whose teams went undefeated for three seasons. She also attended Farmington State Teachers College and was enrolled in the Home Economics program. On Sept. 4, 1954, she married Neil E. LaRochelle at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Richmond. They moved to Bath in 1955 and moved to the home they built in Woolwich in 1967. Mary devoted herself to raising a family of six children and a large garden of fruits, vegetables and flowers. She later worked for eight years as a superior court officer at the Sagadahoc County Court House in Bath. In 1984, she and her husband Neil bought Nolan's Sandwich Shop on Vine St. in Bath, where her smile and knowledge of her customers' food preferences were appreciated throughout the community. She and Neil later sold the business to family members who continue to operate it. Mary was extremely active in numerous church, school and community organizations. She and Neil joined St. Mary's Church in Bath in 1955, where she taught Sunday school for several years, served as a member of the Ladies Sodality and performed numerous other roles and ministries. She and her husband chaired various concessions and other responsibilities for the PTAs of the Bath and Woolwich schools, as charter members of the Morse High School All Sports Boosters Club and most recently as members of the Bath Area Senior Citizens. In the early 1980's, Morse High School Boosters surprised Mary and Neil by creating an award in their honor to be given each year to the school's top basketball fans. Now known as the "Mary and Neil LaRochelle 'Be True to Your School' Award," it is given annually to Morse High School's most spirit-minded senior student. Mary's other community service over the years included chairperson of Bath's March of Dimes Campaign, member and officer of Beta Sigma Phi service sorority and service as a 4-H leader. Along with her dedication to her family, friends and faith, Mary passionately followed sports, particularly college and high school basketball, the Red Sox and professional golf. She loved to cook and generously shared her homemade jams, pies and confections with friends and acquaintances and organizations seeking items for fundraisers. She also compiled a handwritten cookbook of favorite family recipes. She was predeceased by a brother, Robert Sullivan, and a sister, Maureen Sullivan. Surviving are her husband of 46 years; her mother, Edith Sullivan Genthner of Richmond; four sons and their spouses, Larry LaRochelle and Sara Wright of Woolwich, Jerry and Lori (Hamilton) LaRochelle of Bath, Tim and Alane (Gray) LaRochelle of Sebasco and Neil LaRochelle Jr. of Bath; two daughters and their spouses, Susan and James O'Dare of Bath and Marcia and John Diamond of Glenburn; three brothers and their spouses, James and Georgia Sullivan of Oakland, Maurice and Jane Sullivan of Aiea, Hawaii, Thomas and Donna Sullivan of Richmond; a sister, Barbara Gray of Richmond; grandchildren, Kelly LaRochelle, Maria LaRochelle, Allison O'Dare and Jennifer O'Dare, all of Bath, Johnny Diamond and Sarah Diamond of Glenburn; a step granddaughter, Heather Burridge of Hampden; a great-granddaughter, Alyssa Savage of Bath; two step-great-grandchildren, Mikayla Burridge and Jack Burridge, both of Hampden; her husband's three sisters and their spouses, Hilda Ryder-Shaw and Larry Shaw of Holden, Bette and Tom Craft of Raleigh, Miss., and Gail and Cliff Bridgham of Glenburn; numerous nieces and nephews; and a special friend, Margaret "Marney" Woods of Bath and her family. Visiting hours will be 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. Monday at the Desmond Funeral Home, 638 High St., Bath. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 a.m. Tuesday at St. Mary's Church, Lincoln St., Bath. Burial will be at Richmond Cemetery. A reception will be held at the American Legion Hall in Bath, following the burial. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mary and Neil LaRochelle Scholarship Fund, which benefits Morse High School students enrolling at the University of Maine, care of Kevin Frazier, University of Maine Foundation, P.O. Box 2220, Bangor 04402.
--Bangor Daily News, July 9, 2001

LEIGHTON, Lucy A.

Mrs. C. C. Leighton died Sunday afternoon at her home on Main Street. She had been in poor health for some time and recently underwent a surgical operation at the Augusta city hospital. Mrs. Leighton was born in 1844 and had made Richmond her home for many years, and had gained the respect and esteem of a large circle of friends and acquaintances. She was an active member of the Methodist church.
Beside a husband, Mrs. Leighton is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Fred C. Lewis, and two grandchildren, Miss Nettie Lewis of Augusta, and Charles Lewis of this town.
Funeral services were held at her late home, Wednesday afternoon at two o’clock. Rev. G. B. Cornish had charge of the services, assisted by Rev. W. J. Layton and Rev. James Nixon, former pastors. A quartet consisting of Dr. J. M. Man (illegible) and Mrs. W. H. Haynes and (illegible) rendered im-(illegible).
--newspaper unknown, 1917

LEIGHTON, Nathaniel W.

Nathaniel W. Leighton, died early Thursday morning at the home of his parents, Mr. And Mrs. C. C. Leighton, on Maine Street, after an illness of about three weeks, death resulting from typhoid pneumonia. Mr. Leighton’s sudden death was cause for sorrow among his many friends here. He was born in Richmond, his age being forty-three years, five months. Although at intervals he was employed at Bath and in Massachusetts, the greater part of his life was passed in Richmond, where he had held positions of trust in many of the stores here, his last employment being in the meat market of James Sencabaugh. He was a polite clerk and a most obliging fellow and would invariably go out of his way to do a favor. He was a member of the Baptist church. He is survived by his parents, and one sister, Mrs. Fred C. Lewis of this town. Funeral services will be held Sunday at 12:45, from his late home, Rev. J. A. Wiggin of the Baptist church, officiating. Burial will take place in Cotton’s Cemetery.
--newspaper unknown, November 13, 1913

LEMIEUX, Neil I.

Neil I. Lemieux, 65, of Rockwood Drive, died Wednesday, Oct. 17, 2001, at Maine General Medical Center, as a result of heart failure. He was born in Augusta, Feb. 4, 1936, the son of Louis and Addie (Violette) Lemieux. He grew up in Richmond, and graduated from the University of Maine at Farmington. Mr. Lemieux loved teaching. He began his professional career as a fourth grade teacher in Livermore, where he became principal in 1961. Later, he was principal in the Northeast Harbor and the Medway schools. In 1967, he became the assistant superintendent in Rockland, and earned his Master's Degree at the University of Maine. From 1976 through 1979, he worked for the Maine School Management Association. He became the Superintendent of Schools in Easton, 1979 and later became superintendent at Hall-Dale school. He earned his Doctorate of Education in 1986. He retired in 1994. Since retirement, he received a Volunteer of the Year award from the American Lung Association. He was also an active volunteer for Hospice, August Food Bank, and the Maine Special Olympics. He was a communicant of St. Mary's Church in Augusta. A lifelong educator, he had a zest for living, telling stories, and giving his time and skills to others. Neil cherished his years as a husband, father of four, and grandfather of 10. He was particularly proud to pass on his skills as a carpenter and handyman to his children and was known for his desire to help them in any way he could. He enjoyed traveling, biking, hiking, and his dog, Murphy. He was known for his sense of humor, his creative thinking, and his sense of adventure. He is survived by his wife of 41 years, Mary (Watson) Lemieux of South China; his children, Daniel and his wife, Laurie Lemieux of Winthrop, Scott and his wife, Julie Lemieux of Brunswick, Laurie and her husband, Alan Mack of Portland and Amy and her husband, Mark Nisbett of Bangor; his grandchildren, Daniel, Nicolaos, and Grace Lemieux, Luke Aronne and Lauren Lemieux, Samantha and James Mack, and Jennifer, Jessica, and Sam Nisbett; a brother, Louis Lemieux of Leesburg, Fla.; a sister, Jean Pottle of Casco, several nieces, nephews and cousins. Relatives and friends are welcome to visit and share memories tonight from 7-9 p.m. at Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church, Western Avenue, Augusta. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Maine Chapter of the Special Olympics, care of Chuck Atkinson, 691 River Road, Norridgewock, ME 04957. Condolences to the family may be sent via the funeral home website, www.plummerfh.com.
--Bangor Daily News, September 25, 2001

LEWIS, Irving L.

Irving L. “Ted” Lewis, 66, of 430 Maine Ave., died June 4, 1992, at his home following a brief illness. He was born in Portland, July 3, 1925, the son of Charles I. and Elsie (White) Lewis. He attended schools in Brunswick and Richmond and Morse High School, Bath. The Navy veteran of World War II, he was a pharmacist’s mate. Before his retirement in 1990, Mr. Lewis was employed by Yorktown Paper Co. for 14 years and previously had been employed at Chapman’s Exxon for 17 years. Mr. Lewis was former trustee and member of Winter Street Baptist Church of Gardiner, former member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars in the American Legion Post of Gardiner. He also had been a member and recording secretary of the United Paperworkers Union.
He is survived by his wife, Dorothy (Choate) Lewis; his mother of Gardiner; three daughters, Elizabeth Welton of Augusta and Deborah Lewis and Diane Lewis, both of Farmingdale; one brother, Charles F. Lewis of Huntington Beach, Calif.; one sister, Phyllis Worster of Bangor; two grandchildren and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call Sunday from 2 - 4 and 7- 8 p.m. at Amesbury – White Funeral Home, 39 Washington Ave., Gardiner.
Funeral service will be held Monday at 1 p.m. at Winter Street Baptist Church, Gardiner.
Camp Memorial donations may be made to Winter Street Baptist Church, Tag Lewis Memorial Fund, 34 Winter St., Gardiner 04345.
--Daily Kennebec Journal, June 6, 1992

LEWIS, William B.

One of our aged citizens, William B. Lewis, passed from this life on Thursday last, at the age of eighty-six years. He will be greatly missed by many friends, who will long remember Uncle William Lewis, and recall his cheerful disposition, his appreciation of kindness, his cordial greeting, and his pleasant smile. He had a long life, and he retained his faculties to a remarkable degree, able to read to the last. He was tenderly cared for in his last days, he gradually failed, and finally fell asleep in the pleasant home overlooking the waters of the Kennebec, that he always loved.
He is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Fred Lilly of Yarmouth, and two sons, William A., and Fred C., both of this town.
Funeral services were held, Sunday, from the home of his son, Fred. Rev. Allan Constantine officiating. Be real took place in the family lot on Swan Island.
--newspaper unknown, September 16, 1918

MAURY, Austin B.

Austin Brinley Maury, 65, of Bowdoinham, formerly of Mattapoisett, Mass., died at home of a heart attack Thursday, May 6, 1999.
Born in Westchester, Pa., Dec. 29, 1933, he attended St. James School in St. James, Md., and later enrolled in the University of the South at Sewanee, Tenn. He also studied at Columbia University and the College of General Studies at the Universidad Nacional Autonima de Mexico, and the University of Peru. He later took courses in anthropology at Bowdoin College. A lifelong student of anthropology and Spanish culture, he traveled with Margaret Mead and studied with Antonio Reyes. In the 1950s he received conscientious objector status and spent two years performing community service with the American Friends Services in San Cristobal de las Camas, Chiapas, Mexico.
He was an experienced yachtsman and spent many summers sailing in and around Mattapoisett on Buzzards Bay, where his family maintained a summer residence.
Formerly of Wayne, Pa., he purchased in 1969 the Brick House Farm in Bowdoinham and engaged in sheep farming and woodlot management. At the time of his death, he was living in Richmond pending his return to the renovated farmhouse.
Since 1987, he worked on the staff of the Tetford House, a shelter for the homeless in Brunswick.
Survivors include his sister, Elizabeth Maury of Philadelphia; his companion of 25 years, Stephanie La Belle; and three cousins, Daphne Abeel of Cambridge, Mass., Neilson Abeel of Portland, Ore. and James Stackpole Abeel of Newburyport, Mass.
In addition to a June memorial service in Bowdoinham, a service also is planned for the summer in Mattapoisett.
Funeral arrangements are by the Kincer Funeral Home, 14 S. Pleasant St.
--South Coast Today, publication date unknown

PICKETT, Walter A.

Walter A. "Tiny" Pickett, 69, died Dec. 8, 2000, at his home in Farmington, New Mexico, surrounded by those who loved him. He was born in September 29, 1931, in Upton, Wyo., the son of Nelson and Opal (Sheldon) Pickett. Shortly thereafter, his family moved to Richmond, where he spent many happy childhood hours hunting and fishing. Tiny enlisted in the Amy for three years and fought n the Korean War. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for Valor, along with many other decorations prior to his discharge. Upon returning to civilian life, Tiny moved to the Southwest and began working in the oil fields. Through the years, he advanced to Senior Rig Superintendent and had overseas assignments in Libya and the North Sea. In his leisure time, he enjoyed cooking, painting, and woodworking. He is survived by his wife, Katherine (Bacca) Pickett of Farmington, N.M.; two daughters, Shelley Pickett of Albuquerque, N.M., and Davia (Pickett) Knowlton of Bangor; two sons, Gale and Gary Pickett; one grandson, Casey Pickett of Gunnison, Colo.; his mother of Richmond; ten brothers and sisters throughout the U.S.; many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place. Per his request, no services will be held. Donations in his memory may be made to Northwest New Mexico Hospice, 608 Reilly, Farmington, NM 87041. May our merciful and loving Father grant him peace.
--Bangor Daily News, December 19, 2000

RUSSELL, Glendon D.

Glendon D. Russell, 43, of Gardiner Road, died, Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2001. He was born in Wiscasset, March 13, 1958, the son of Donald G. and Gladys D. (Applebee) Russell. He attended Richmond and Wiscasset schools. He married Darlene Bailey, Feb. 18, 1984. He was a marine worm digger for many years, and then became a bait dealer. In 1996, he started his automotive business, L& L Automotive in Newcastle. He later moved his business to his home on the Gardiner Road, under the name Donald G. Russell, Inc. Towing & Recovery. He was predeceased by his father, Donald G. Russell; and his father-in-law, Erlon B. Bailey. He is survived by his wife, Darlene M.; his mother; one daughter, Shannon M. Russell, of Wiscassett; one son, Donald G. Russell, of Wiscasset; six sisters, Donna Sullivan of Richmond, Louisa Russell of Augusta, Ginger Mitchell of Glenburn, Theresa Russell of Woolwich, Dee Russell of Wiscasset, Lee Russell; many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10, 2001, at Mayo & Daigle Funeral Home, 40 Federal Street, Wiscasset. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Shannon M. and Donald G. Russell Trust Fund, care of Midcoast Credit Union, PO Box 73, Edgecomb, Maine 04556.
--Bangor Daily News, November 8, 2001

SJOBERG, Ernest O.

Ernest O. Sjoberg, 73, of Cedar Grove Road, went home to be with the Lord, Monday, May 14, 2001, at a Portland hospital. He was born Jan. 11, 1928, in Stockholm, the son of Fritz and Elvira (Sodergren) Sjoberg. After high school, Ernie enlisted and served his country in the U.S. Navy. He later went on to receive his bachelor's degree in theology from Bob Jones University. Ernie served as a pastor for 20 years and in the local Richmond/Dresden area for more than 10 years. He served as spiritual mentor and encouraged many relatives, friends, and people he didn't know as part of his family and the family of God. His friendly wave during his morning walks on Cedar Grove Road will be sadly missed by all. He was predeceased by his beloved wife of 43 years, Elma (Kinney) Sjoberg; brothers, Wallace and Vincent Sjoberg. Ernie is survived by sons, Don Sjoberg EdD. and wife, Connie of Kansas, Tim Sjoberg and wife, Lorrie of New Mexico; daughters, Rebecca Shields MEd. and husband, Kevin of Dresden, Elizabeth Monroe and husband, Robert of Missouri; brothers, Everett Sjoberg of Vermont, Clemens Sjoberg of Sumner, Carl Sjoberg of Caribou; sister, Ebba Jepson of Florida; 10 grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins. Family and friends may visit from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. Friday, May 18, at Kincer Funeral Home, 14 Pleasant St., Richmond. Funeral services will be held 12 noon Saturday, May 19, at Dresden-Richmond Methodist Church in Richmond, with Pastor John Thorpe of the North Woolwich Methodist Church officiating. In Ernie's memory, donations may be made to the Sjoberg Memorial Fund, Chop Point School, 425 Chop Point Rd., Woodwich, Me 04579. For those unable to attend, condolences may be expressed at www.kincerfuneralhome.com/html/condolences.html.
--Bangor Daily News, May 18, 2001

SKELTON, Charles E.

Charles E. Skelton, 54, husband of Gail A. Skelton, died unexpectedly, Thursday, June 8, 2000, at his home on the Brunswick Rd., Richmond. Born May 28, 1946, he was the youngest of nine children of Morris and Olga (Swanson) Skelton. He was a 1964 graduate of Lisbon High School, a 1977 graduate of the University of Maine, and studied goldsmithing at the Academy of Art and Design. A lifelong bird fancier, he was an active member of the Northern New England Bird Fanciers Club, and the Maine Pigeon Association. Charles also belonged to the Knights of Pythias. A Vietnam veteran, he was a member of the American Legion, Emerson and Lane Post No. 132. Upon his retirement from Sears in Augusta, he spent most of his time raising and breeding Australian Shepherds. Surviving are his wife of 28 years, Gail (Austin) Skelton; two sons, Israel and his wife, Kathryn of Norway, Aaron of Richmond; and a daughter, Rebecca of Richmond. He is also survived by two sisters, Marion Fowler of Bowdoin, Lillian Robinson of South Freeport; two brothers, George of Litchfield and Alfred of South Harpswell. He was predeceased by his parents; and four brothers, Leonard, Reinhold, Lawrence and James. At the family's request there will be no visiting hours or service. Crosman Funeral Home, 40 Main Street, Lisbon Falls.
--Bangor Daily News, June 10, 2000

TARANKO, Walter J.

Walter John Taranko, 57, died peacefully at his home, Tuesday, June 26, 2001, surrounded by family and loved ones. Walter was born in Slonim, Poland on July 20, 1943, the son of Ivan Nicholas Taranko and Eugenia (Parenago) Taranko. He grew up in Laupheim, Germany; North Vernon, Ind.; Springfield, Mass.; and Richmond. He graduated from Richmond High School in 1962, Gorham State Teachers College in 1966, and Indiana University in 1969 and 1971. Walter married Donna Elaine Peverly on July 20, 1969, celebrating over 31 very happy years together. Walter served in the U.S. Army First Air Cavalry Division from 1966 to1968, which included a tour of duty in Vietnam. He was awarded a Bronze Star and Purple Heart for his service. In 1971, he directed Project Lodestone in Calais, an audio-visual center for Washington County. In 1975, he joined the Department of Education as a Media and School Libraries Consultant for the Maine State Library. During his time at the Department of Education, he was named Media Specialist of the Year in 1982, and was instrumental in starting a distance education program for the Masters in Library Science Degree. He was also an instructor at the University of Maine at Machias, and a professor at University of Maine at Augusta. In honor of his professional accomplishments, the Maine Library Association instituted the Walter J. Taranko Media Specialist of the Year award in 2000. Walter was a co-initiator of the Holocaust Human Rights Center of Maine, and very active in MEMA and MLA organizations. He was a trustee at the Readfield United Methodist Church, and also served on various committees. He coached numerous softball, baseball, basketball, and soccer teams, and was a certified official for track and field. Walter is remembered for his love of family, devotion to libraries and learning, and his warm heart and open hand extended to anyone who needed him. Visiting hours will be 5-8 p.m. Thursday, June 28, at Roberts Funeral Home, 62 Bowdoin St., Winthrop. There will be a private burial service. A celebration of his life will be held 1 p.m. Saturday, June 30, at the Readfield United Methodist Church in Kents Hill (Bright colors welcomed). In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Walter J. Taranko Scholarship Fund, care of MASL, Maine State Library, State House Station No. 64, Augusta, ME 04333.
--Bangor Daily News, June 27, 2001

WYMAN, Lewis A.

Lewis A. Wyman, 69, died unexpectedly Saturday, Nov. 18, 2000. He was born in Caribou, Sept. 23, 1931, the son of Roy and Jennie (McCarty) Wyman. He attended Caribou schools, graduating from Caribou High School. He graduated from the University of Maine at Fort Kent, earned his Bachelors Degree at the University of Maine at Presque Isle and his Masters Degree in Education from the University of Maine at Orono. He was a U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War. Mr. Wyman taught school in Caribou, Hallowell, Richmond and for 25 years as a science teacher at Williams Jr. High School in Oakland, retiring in 1989. He was an avid golfer and gardener. Surviving are his wife of 40 years, Ruth K. Wyman; a son, Nathan V. Wyman of Cumberland, R.I.; a daughter, Dr. Peggy D. Wyman and husband, Stephen G. Milks of Worcester, Mass.; two granddaughters, Caitlin A. Wyman and Julia W. Milks; five sisters, Madeline Miller and Mary Ouellette of Caribou, Delores MacGorman of Texas, Shirley Harwell and Linda Conant of Pennsylvania; eight brothers, Rex, John and Kenneth of Caribou, Philip of Houlton, Vaughn and Jack of Connecticut, Gary of New Jersey and Lee of Arizona, many nieces and nephews. Friends are invited to visit from 10:15 to 11:15 Tuesday at Wheeler Funeral Home, 26 Church St., Oakland with a memorial service to follow at 11:30 at the Oakland United Baptist Church. Following cremation, burial will be at Lewis Cemetery in Oakland at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Oakland Public Library Church St., Oakland, ME. 04963.
--Bangor Daily News, November 20, 2000

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