Clyde R. "Buz" Cox, 94, passed away on June 5, 2024. He was born on May 7, 1930 in Sherman, the son of Raymond and Pauline Cox. Buz spent his early years on the family farm in Sherman Mills, Me. He graduated from Sherman Mills High School, class of 1947. Buz married Marion Cunningham and they had 4 children. Buz...
Ross E Wortman, 58, of Fort Fairfield, Maine, passed away June 4, 2024. Ross was born and raised in Fort Fairfield Sept 14, 1965, the son of Bradford and Marion (Vernall) Wortman. Ross graduated from Fort Fairfield High School Class of 1984 before entering the workforce. Over the years, he was a valued employee at Lockwood, Griffeth Farms, Smith’s Farms...
JONESBORO - James W. "Jim" Varney, age 82, of Jonesboro, Maine, departed this life on June 1, 2024, at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor, Maine. Born on February 5, 1942, in Exeter, New Hampshire to Richard H. and Merla (Fenton) Varney, Jim was a man who exemplified the virtues of kindness, quiet strength, and dedication to service...
Cynthia Bunce Goss Triplett passed away on the evening of May 29, 2024. Known to her friends as Cindy, she was born to James and Doris Goss in Lynn, Massachusetts in October 1938. Her family moved to upstate New York and then to Kentucky where she attended the Louisville Collegiate School. Her mother insisted that she go to college, so...
TROY – Elisabeth Wright, 70, died peacefully May 21 (on her mother’s birthday), 2024, at a Bangor hospital. Elisabeth was born in Scotland and immigrated to America at the age of 14 along with her parents and siblings. Throughout her career she handled an answering service for many businesses which she loved doing. Her other passion was caretaking which led...
John H. Smart, 39, of Hermon passed away May 12, 2024. He was born August 22, 1984 in Brewer, the son of Katherine and Arnold Westman. John leaves behind his daughters, Gracelynne Smart and Lesli Foster and her husband, Justin, of Springfield, Louisiana; the love of his life, Casey Clark; brothers, Douglas Westman and his wife, Jessica, Jonathan Westman, and...
Bangor Maine - William H. “Bill” Cody, 74, lifelong resident of Augusta, Maine passed away May 11, 2024, at a local healthcare facility. Bill, Billy, Billy boy, was born January 4, 1950 in Augusta, the son of Maurice L. and Lucienne M. (Betit) Cody. Bill attended Saint Mary's Catholic Grammar School and went to Cony High school. After graduating, he...
Gabrielle May Pariseau born June 14, 2001 passed away unexpectedly on May 6, 2024 after being struck by a moving vehicle. Gabby was born in Bangor, Maine, and grew up in the Bradford and Milo/Brownville area. Gabby often spoke of wanting to go skydiving. She was an adrenaline junkie who loved the thrill of life. She was truly a one...
FRANKFORT - Laura Marie (Mattson)Harriman, 36, passed away unexpectedly Sunday May 5, 2024. Laura was born in Greenfield, MA. on February 25, 1988 to Danielle (Mattson) Oertel. She attended schools in Athol and graduated from Athol High School Class of 2006. She held several jobs in the Orange area before moving to Maine in 2012. On November 17, 2012. Laura...
Linda Louise (Ayer) Bryant, 77, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2024, with her family by her side. She was born on November 18, 1946 to parents Irving and Julia “Shepherd” Ayer of Hampden. Linda married the love of her life, Bob Bryant, on June 19, 1963. A day she often remembered as the happiest day of her life. Together,...
BANGOR - Barbara Baker, 83, died peacefully Tuesday, April 30, 2024, at Ross Manor where she resided for the past 8 years with her family and friends by her side. She was born August 23, 1940, in Sea Cliff, New York, the daughter of the late Nina and Charles Baker. Barbara attended North Shore High School, Class of 1958. She...
Joyce M. Mailman, 93, of Bradford and Corinth, Maine, passed away on April 18, 2024, surrounded by family. She was born May 10, 1930 in Bradford, Maine, to Freeman Leigh Strout and Stella Mae (Williams) Strout. Joyce was the youngest of six, attended the local elementary school and graduated Valedictorian from Bradford High School, Class of 1948. She married the...
BROWNVILLE JUNCTION - Christopher Wade McCleary, 34, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, April 7, 2024. He was born November 10, 1989, in Dover-Foxcroft to Lorinda Canney and Paul McCleary. Chris graduated from Penquis Valley High School, Class of 2008. Anyone that knew Chris, knew how much he loved his son Tanner; he was #1 in his life. Also, his love for...
Angela M. Orcutt, 54, passed away unexpectedly on April 5, 2024. She was born March 28, 1970, the daughter of David E. Bither Sr. and Ginger M. (Peabody) Fairley. Angela graduated from Mount View High School, class of 1988. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, and was frequently seen with her cousins growing up. She loved country...
Regan Ann Robson, a beloved wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend, passed away on March 26, 2024, in Bangor, Maine. She was born on July 11, 1979, in Bristol Township, Pennsylvania, and leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories. Regan's love for life was evident in everything she did. She had an insatiable thirst for adventure and...
William “Bill” Asa Arthurs III, 74, of Lee passed away on March 18, 2024 after staying strong for years in his fight with cancer. Bill was born in Penobscot County on March 2, 1950, to William Asa and Ila May (Boyington) Arthurs. Billy grew up around Lincoln, there he had a fine time being a rascal with his brothers and...
Duane Carroll Waterman, 70, of Glenburn passed away March 18, 2024 at his home with his loving wife by his side. He was born on September 30, 1953 to Earl and Madlyn (Mank) Waterman. After graduating from Eagle High School Fort Campbell, he went on to obtain and Associates Degree at Great Life University, becoming a Worship Pastor. Duane served...
CARMEL – Gerald P. Mayhew. 83, passed away peacefully at home March 14, 2024. He was born July 26, 1940, in Carmel, the son of Perley and Alice (Wing) Mason. Gerald spent most of his life as a carpenter. He enjoyed outdoors, gardening, country music, coffee brandy, and his beloved dog, Alie. Gerald is survived by his loving wife of...
BANGOR - Donella B. “Chickie” Trask, 64, passed away March 13, 2024. She was born April 13, 1959, at Eastern Maine Medical Center. She was the youngest daughter of Richard and Beatrice (Cameron) Miller, of Eddington Maine. Donella was loved and cherished by Chester Holland for nearly 20 Years. Chester was the main care taker of Donella. She was loved...
ALTON - Christopher M. Monteith, 53, died unexpectedly March 11, 2024. He was born October 31,1970, in Millinocket, the son of Thomas J. Monteith and Ann (Donley) Monteith. Chris was a 1989 graduate of Stearns High School. Following graduation, he attended Washinton County Community College, where he graduated with a heavy equipment mechanic degree. Chris was known for his care-free,...