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James G. Bailey

James G. Bailey

Sep 1, 2024

James Guy Bailey, 54, died unexpectedly Sunday, September 1, 2024. James was born April 5, 1970, in Brunswick, Maine. Jamie graduated from Woodland High School in 1988.

Jamie was an excellent carpenter. At a young age Jamie took an interest in motors. He could repair and fix anything. Jamie enjoyed working and spending time in Nantucket, Mass, where he worked as...

Scott C. Kelly

Scott C. Kelly

Aug 29, 2024

Scott Christopher Kelly, born March 27, 1974, to Michael Kelly and Susan Kelly Johnson died on August 29, 2024 in Dickson, Tennessee. He led a simple life, enjoying his Lord, his motorcycle, music and spending time with his children. He is survived by his mother, Susan Kelly Johnson; his children, Savana Rose, Samantha Jade, Christopher Thomas, his step-children, Stanley and...

Shirley F. Michaud

Shirley F. Michaud

Aug 24, 2024

Mom left for a road trip…..a road trip that we weren’t able to be a part of this time. I am certain that the road trip she is on now is the most beautiful one of all. The road trips that we went on were to see the sights and a few visits to family and friends along the way....

Barbara Ann Stepan

Barbara Ann Stepan

Aug 19, 2024

Barbara Ann Stepan, age 77, of Calais, Maine died peacefully in her home on Monday, August 19, 2024. As she wished she will be interred near her brother John in the Immaculate Conception Cemetery in Sedan Minnesota. Services will be arranged with the family in Minnesota.

Barbara was born September 25, 1946, in Glenwood Minnesota to Evelyn (Goerdt) and Ferdinand Stepan....

Merle L. Raye

Merle L. Raye

Aug 18, 2024

Merle “Moe” Loren Raye, 93, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, peacefully departed this life surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 12, 1930, Merle graduated from Vanceboro High School, Class of 1949. His strong work ethic led him to a 40+ year career working with the railroad. This journey began with the Maine Central Railroad, eventually leading...

Alice W. Holey

Alice W. Holey

Aug 14, 2024

Alice W. Holey, aged 73, peacefully passed at her home on August 14, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on August 14, 1951, in Eastport, to the late Joseph and Marie (Barnes) Chevrier.

Alice embarked on her professional journey after graduating from Lynn English High School in Lynn, MA, dedicating herself to the medical field at Lynn Hospital's...

Raymond A. Holmes

Raymond A. Holmes

Aug 13, 2024

Raymond Alden Holmes, 86, passed away surrounded by family on Tuesday, August 13, 2024, at Down East Community Hospital in Machias. Raymond was born in Machias on May 12, 1938, son of Alfred and Dorothy (Hall) Holmes.

 Raymond, a dedicated individual, embarked on a remarkable journey after graduating high school in Machias. His path led him to the U.S. Army, where...

Barbara M. Curtis

Barbara M. Curtis

Aug 13, 2024

Barbara (Gatcomb) Curtis passed away at Down East Community Hospital in Machias on August 13, 2024. She was born April 11, 1933, in East Machias, the daughter of the late Carroll and Alice (Libby) Gatcomb.

Most of her life she enjoyed working on the nursing staff at local hospitals, Eastport Nursing Home, and Eastport Medical Center. She retired and went back...

John W. Moores Jr.

John W. Moores Jr.

Aug 12, 2024

John W. Moores Jr., a lifelong commercial fisherman out of Gloucester, MA, passed away on August 12, 2024 at the age of 43. He was born on April 18, 1981, in Machias, ME and grew up in nearby Lubec, ME. John was known for his unwavering dedication to the sea, his family, and his community of friends and fellow fishermen.

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Alma I. Green

Alma I. Green

Aug 12, 2024

Alma I. Green passed away in her sleep on Monday, August 12, 2024. She has been dealing with declining health over the past several years with the last year being the hardest. Alma was born in Portland, Maine, on July 20, 1954, daughter of James and Marion (Townsend) Seeley.

 She spent most of her life in Washington County, growing up in...

Susan M. Walsh

Susan M. Walsh

Aug 11, 2024

Susan Marie Walsh, 74, passed away Sunday, August 11, 2024, at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor. Susan was born in Lawrence, Massachusetts, on April 2, 1950, daughter of Leonard and Josephine (Machulski) Trull.

 Susan's journey began at Lawrence High School, where she laid the foundation for a life dedicated to learning and growth. Her academic pursuits led her...

Leonard A. Maggiani

Leonard A. Maggiani

Aug 5, 2024

We express our deepest condolences on the passing of Leonard A. Maggiani, a cherished father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Leonard was a man of many talents and passions whose touched those around him in profound ways.

Born on September 21, 1964, in Honolulu, Hawaii, Leonard's journey led him to various corners of the country, shaping him into the remarkable individual he...

Maxine L. Denbow Smith

Maxine L. Denbow Smith

Aug 5, 2024

Maxine Lillian (Morse, Denbow) Smith, 85 passed away peacefully on the morning of Aug 5, 2024, with all 3 of her children by her side, at Marshal Manor in Machias. She was born April 29, 1939 in Harrington to Basil and Marjorie (Pinkham) Morse.

 She was raised in the Harrington area, when she was a teenager, she came to the Lubec,...

Ruth M. Lyons

Ruth M. Lyons

Aug 3, 2024

Ruth Maude Lyons, 95, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at Calais Community Hospital surrounded by her loving family. Ruth was born in Leonardsville, NB, on April 5, 1929, to Osgood and Effie (Doughty) Leslie.

 Growing up on Deer Island, NB, Ruth began her journey into adulthood at just16 years old when she started working the cotton mill in...

Branden Rodd Gillespie

Branden Rodd Gillespie

Aug 2, 2024

Branden Rodd Gillespie, 45, passed away Friday, August 2, 2024, following a lengthy illness. Branden was born February 20,1979, son of Rodney Gillespie and Paulette Barnard Gillespie at Calais Regional Hospital in Calais Maine. 

 Branden spent his childhood years growing up in Charlotte, Maine. For years he loved playing hockey at the Border Arena playing with St Stephen Hockey. He loved...

Donna L. Mitchell

Donna L. Mitchell

Jul 31, 2024

Donna (Cantwell) Mitchell, 85, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Westgate Manor in Bangor. Donna was born to Walton L. and Helen V. Cantwell on January 5, 1939, in Hartford, CT.

 Her schooling for the most part was in West Pembroke, ME, graduating from Pembroke High School, Class of 1956. She worked for a short time in Connecticut...

Joseph "Dan" Massy

Joseph "Dan" Massy

Jul 24, 2024

On July 25, 2024, we bid farewell to Joseph Emile Daniel Robert Massy, a.k.a. “Dan”, 55, whose kindness and warmth touched the hearts of all who knew him.

 Dan’s journey began in Connecticut, where he spent his formative years before embarking on a path that would shape his life in meaningful ways. From his work as a painter to his days...

Elisabeth K. Beal

Elisabeth K. Beal

Jul 19, 2024

Elisabeth K. Beal, a loving and compassionate soul, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2024, surrounded by her family. Born on December 17, 1959, in Lubec, Maine, Elisabeth led a life marked by kindness, strength, and unwavering dedication to her loved ones in Perry, Maine. 

 Elisabeth was known for her warm heart and readiness to help those in need. She embodied...

Patricia M. Clark

Patricia M. Clark

Jul 18, 2024

Patricia M. Clark, 75, of Port Richey, Florida passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at her home in Calais. Patty was the daughter of the late Harold and Marie (Manzone) Van Arsdale. She was a member of the Calais American Legion Auxiliary Unit 3, she was an avid bingo player, and loved to paint rocks in her spare...

Mary-'Vesta Marston-Scott

Mary-'Vesta Marston-Scott

Jul 16, 2024

Dr. Mary-‘Vesta Marston-Scott, age 100, died peacefully at home in Orono, ME on July 16, 2024. She was predeceased by her husband, John Paul Scott, PhD, of Bowling Green, OH. 

 Mary-‘Vesta was the daughter of George Frank Marston of Jonesboro, ME and Mildred Babb Marston of Calais, ME. After her fourth year she and her mother made their home in Calais...

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