Obituaries

Dennis Coleman

May 6, 2025

Dennis Lee Coleman died at his home in Bangor, Maine on Tuesday, May 6, 2025. He was born March 29, 1963, in Ramstein Air Base, Germany to Shade and Elvira (Galan) Coleman. He was a 1982 graduate of Samuel Clemens High School in Schertz, Texas. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps Reserve from 1982 - 1988. 

On June...

Ramon Santiago-Villalba

May 6, 2025

Ramon L. Santiago-Villalba

On May 6th, Master Sargent Ramon L. Santiago-Villalba accepted his final duty assignment and walked peacefully into the afterlife.

Ramon was born on the beautiful island of Puerto Rico and would fondly reminisce of working in the sugar cane fields and the many misadventures he would find himself in, before moving to the Bronx during his early childhood.

He began...

Anthony D. McGilvray Jr.

May 4, 2025

HAMPDEN – Anthony D. McGilvray Jr., 37, died unexpectedly May 4, 2025, at his home. He was born June 26, 1987, in Bangor, the son of Pamela (Everett) Hicks and Anthony McGilvray Sr.

Anthony earned his GED and was in the process of studying law at an online university. When not studying, he enjoyed football, racing, baseball, and most of all,...

Carol Dunton

May 3, 2025

Carol Dunton (Noyes) passed peacefully at a Bangor Hospital while surrounded by family on Saturday, May 3rd, 2025. She was born February 27, 1949 in Hartland Maine, daughter of Warren & Norma Noyes (Darling)

Carol graduated from Hermon High School in Class of 1967. Following graduation, she married her late husband of 35 years, James Andrew Dunton Jr. Carol worked at...

Leo Schultz

Apr 30, 2025

Leo George Schultz,78, passed away peacefully in his adopted home of Maine on April 30, 2025. He was born on December 13, 1946, the son of the late Melba and Leo Duncan Schultz.

Known for his unyielding love for his family, Leo's proudest achievements were undoubtedly his children and the remarkable paths they have paved. His heart brimmed with...

Donald J. Volk

Apr 25, 2025

ORONO - Donald “Don” James Volk, 64, passed away unexpectedly in his home on April 25, 2025. He was born May 1, 1960, in Englewood, New Jersey the son of Kenneth Volk, and Jane Otto.

Don obtained his Veterinarian license at Tufts University, in 1996. He moved to Maine in 2004 where he took over Timberland Animal Hospital which he owned...

Barbara Allen

Apr 25, 2025

Barbara June (Davis) Allen, 73, passed away in her sleep unexpectedly on April 24, 2025. She was born on December 29, 1951 in Lincoln, ME, the daughter of Amy (Gordon) and Keith Davis.

Barbara graduated from Schenck High School in 1970 and joined the Air Force in June of the same year. Soon after returning home, she met and...

Larry Bell

Apr 21, 2025

Waterville - Larry A. Bell 62 passed away peacefully in his sleep at home the morning of April 21, 2025. He was born February 5, 1963 in the town of Hartland, the son of Charlie E. Bell and Ethal M (Maria) Bell.

Larry worked for the carnival for several years. He also worked for the Portland civic center as a member...

Donna McLean

Apr 20, 2025

Donna Lee McLean,

Hampden.

Donna Lee McLean, 80, passed away peacefully Easter morning, with family at her side, at her home in Hampden. She was born December 28, 1944, in Augusta, the daughter of Harry and Alice Farrington.

She was a graduate of The University of Maine with an associates degree, after she worked as a paralegal. She also worked as a Guardian...

Maxine Ronco

Apr 15, 2025

MAXINE (BRENDA) RONCO

April 30, 1948 - April 15, 2025

Brenda passed away at home after a lengthy illness. She was born in Greenville, Maine, the daughter of Oakley and Ethel Jenks.

Brenda graduated from Greenville High, class of 1966. After graduation she moved to Bangor and worked for Freese's department store. She and Robert met and married in 1970. Over their 54+...

Justin Searway

Apr 12, 2025

Justin Allen Searway, 42, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2025 after a short, sudden, illness. He was born on September 18, 1982, the son of Donald 'Donnie' Oliver Searway Jr., and Renee (White Searway) Waterman, of Glenburn, ME.

Justin was very artistic; he loved to draw. He loved time spent with his precious nephew, Sebastian, and his...

Scott Browne

Apr 11, 2025

Scott C. Browne

August 5, 1931 - April 11, 2025

Scott C. Browne, 93, of Hampden, Maine, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2025. He was born on August 5, 1931, in Oakfield, Maine, the son of Albert and Almeda (Carr) Browne.

Scott graduated from Presque Isle public schools and earned his bachelor's degree from the University of Maine at Presque Isle. He...

Robert "Bigfoot" Martin

Apr 10, 2025

Bradley- Robert "Bigfoot" Martin, 77 passed away on April 10, 2025 at home, with his loving family by his side. He was born in Old Town October 15, 1947, the son of Robert and Margaret (Labree) Martin.

Bob graduated from Old Town High School, Class of 1966. He served in the U.S. Army from1968 to1972, stationed in Belgium. Bob was employed...

Tammy L. Estabrook

Apr 5, 2025

HOULTON - Tammy L. Estabrook, 52, passed away April 5, 2025, at a Bangor hospital, surrounded by her family. She was born February 26, 1973, in Goffstown New Hampshire, the daughter of Gordon and Linda (Conlogue) Estabrook.

Tammy graduated from Goffstown High School, Class of 1993. In 2008, Tammy moved to Haynesville, Maine, where she spent the remainder of her life....

Betty 'Annie' Brown

Apr 4, 2025

Betty "Annie" Brown, a beloved member of her community and devoted friend to many, passed away peacefully on April 4th, 2025 leaving behind a legacy of honesty, warmth, and quiet strength. She will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege to know her.

Annie attended Plainview High School in Long Island, NY. She earned a bachelor's degree in...

Sharon Weeks

Apr 4, 2025

Sharon M. Weeks, 77, of Kenduskeag, passed on April 4, 2025, at a Bangor nursing home. She was born October 29, 1947. She grew up in Rio Vista CA, the daughter of Wilbur and Dorothy (Lahaie) Callaway.

Sharon enjoyed a long prosperous life that had many different adventures, though she never met a challenge she could not overcome. In her first...

Judith N. Gormely

Apr 3, 2025

BREWER - Judith Noreen Gormely, a vibrant storyteller, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother, passed away peacefully in her home on April 3rd, 2025, at the age of 78. Born on August 15th, 1946, Judith lived a life filled with adventure, creativity, and an unwavering love for her family.

A proud graduate of Brewer High School, Judith furthered her education at the...

Thomas Jordan

Mar 29, 2025

Thomas Michael Jordan grew his wings March 29, 2025. Thomas was born in Bangor December 15, 1989; the son of Ronald & Deenie (Dunton) Jordan.

In addition to his parents Thomas is survived by his children Noah, Isiah, Gunner & Levi Jordan; sister Sarah Dunton & her partner James Helsley and nieces Khloe, Zoe, Alyssa & Autumn; grandparents Butch & Cindy...

Idris Lawrence

Mar 24, 2025

In Loving Memory of Idris Leslie Lawrence

Idris Leslie Lawrence, of Glenburn, Maine, passed away unexpectedly at home on March 24, 2025. Born in Canada and raised in Presque Isle, he was the beloved son of Connie and Leslie Lawrence.

Idris graduated from Presque Isle High School and proudly served his country in the United States Army, retiring with honor...

Bret A. Cantwell

Mar 24, 2025

HERMON - Bret A Cantwell, 41, died unexpectedly March 24, 2025 at a Bangor hospital. He was born February 10, 1984, in Bangor, to George Jr. and Debbie (Shaw) Cantwell.

Bret attended Hermon schools and was a Diesel Mechanic since he was 16. He worked at Lee’s Concrete for 3 years. He loved pull trucks, snowmobiling, hunting, fishing, camping and most...