Lydia Roberta DiCenzo

Calais – Lydia (Coleman) DiCenzo, 88, died Tuesday, April 1, 2008 at Calais Regional Hospital. Lydia was born in St. Stephen, N.B. on Nov. 17, 1919, daughter of the late Hartwell and Lydia (Wilson) Coleman. She graduated from Calais Academy, Class of 1938. Lydia worked at JJ Newberrys for several years and then managed the Carroll Cut Rate Store until 1945, at which time she married Thomas DiCenzo. Thomas predeceased her in 1973 along with his pilot returning from R.I. from a business trip. Lydia was a lifetime member of the United Methodist Church in Calais. She leaves a special cousin, James Marraty of N.H., many nieces, nephews, and a wonderful family of in-laws who made her feel like one of their own. At Lydia’s request, a graveside service will be held at a later date. Donations in Lydia’s memory may be made to United Methodist Church, 849 Main St., Calais, ME 04619. Arrangements by Mays Funeral Home, Calais & Eastport.


Memorials:
Donations in Lydia’s memory may be made to United Methodist Church, 849 Main St., Calais, ME 04619.


Cemetery:
Calais Cemetery
South St.
Calais, ME 04619 (map/driving directions)