Obituaries

Feb 25, 2024

Lyman Stillman Cochran, 87, passed away Sunday, February 25, 2024, at his home in Waite.  Lyman was born in Codyville on November 18, 1936.

 

After graduating from Lee Academy, Class of 1953, Lyman enlisted in the U.S. Air Force serving in logistics.  On February 8, 1958, he married the love of his life, Kathleen Bagley.  Following his service, he returned to...

Feb 23, 2024

Horace Alfred “Denny” Lyon, 79, passed away surrounded by family on Friday, February 23, 2024, at Down East Community Hospital in Machias.  Horace was born in Eastport on March 23, 1944, son of Alfred and Zelma (Dinsmore) Lyon.

 

Denny was raised in Eastport and during high school worked at Paispearl.  He moved to the state of Washington to live with his...

Feb 23, 2024

Elaine L. Perkins, 88, went to be with the Lord on Friday, February 23, 2024, at Southern Maine Health Care in Biddeford, surrounded by her loving family. Elaine was born September 9, 1935, in Calais, daughter of Kenneth and Lovina Cochran.

 

After Graduating from Princeton High School, she moved to New Jersey where she started her career with Ford Motor Company....

Feb 21, 2024

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Janet Caroline Peterson Parks on February 21, 2024, at the age of 89 of Cutler Bay, Florida. Born in Calais, Maine on February 15, 1935, she was the daughter of Carl Gregory Peterson, Sr. and Augusta Mae Daniel Peterson.

Janet is survived by her husband of 64 years Wilmer Clarence...

Feb 20, 2024

Richard Earle Moholland Sr, 92, passed away peacefully on February 20, 2024, at Maine Veteran Home in Bangor.



Arrangements by Mays Funeral Home, Calais & Eastport. 

Feb 20, 2024

Marlynn Ann Beach, 56, went to be with her Lord & Savior on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, surrounded by family.  Marlynn was born in Angeles City, Philippines, on June 12, 1967, daughter of Larry and Edita (Griego) Wright.

 

Marlynn was raised in the Philippines and as a teenager the family moved to the United States.  The daughter of an Airman, she...

Feb 15, 2024

Elaine S. Hall, 93, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 15, 2024.  Elaine was born June 1, 1930, in Eastport, daughter of Virginia and Melvin Barrett of Eastport.  

 

Elaine attended Eastport schools and graduated from Shead Memorial High School, Class of 1948.  She married Walter L. Hall on February 16, 1956.

 

Throughout her life she worked at the...

Feb 13, 2024

Carl Royden Bartlett Jr., 70, of Penticton, BC, born in Calais, ME, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2024, from a long, courageous battle with cancer.

 

He is remembered by his children Jessica Lahey (Shawn), of Presque Isle, ME; Christopher Bartlett, of Augusta, ME; ex-wife Debby McFarlane, of St. Stephen, NB; sister Peggy Fader (John) of Calais, ME; Gerry Bartlett (Sharon),...

Feb 13, 2024

Norman Richard (87) of Calais, Maine passed away on February 13, 2024.  He was born to parents Edward and Exelda Richard in Baileyville, Maine.

 

After graduating from high school Norman enlisted in the United States Navy and served on the USS Rankin from 1954 to 1958 and the United States Naval Reserve from 1958-1962. He returned to Baileyville and married Janet...

Feb 12, 2024

Ann Bancroft French, 73, passed away at her home in Auburn Hills, Mich., on February 12, 2024. She was born on October 25, 1950, in Hanover, N.H., the daughter of Dr. Rowland B. and Winifred French.

In 1953, the family moved to Eastport, where she grew up, graduating from Shead Memorial High School with the Class of 1969. She attended Colorado...

Feb 4, 2024

Calais, Maine - Marjorie Ann Chapman, 87, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 4, 2024.  She was born February 25, 1936 in Alton, Illinois, daughter of Lloyd and Velma (Buhs) Cochran. 

 

She is survived by her two sons, Michael Baysden, of Illinois and Steven Baysden, of Texas. Marge grew up in a large family with nine siblings and is survived by...

Feb 1, 2024

Richard H. Merritt, Jr, (Twitch) of East Machias, ME, passed away on February 1, 2024. Richard was born on June 17, 1956, in Machias, ME.  



Richard will be remembered for his woodworking skills and his enthusiasm for older automobiles.  Genuinely kindhearted, Richard generously gave his time to others.   He also possessed a wonderful sense of humor that offered perspective...

Jan 28, 2024

Delores (Dodie) G. (Corbett) McPhee, 84, passed away in the early morning hours of January 28th, 2024 at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center.

 

Dodie was born in Calais on November 17th, 1939 to Phillip & Mildred (Hill) Corbett. Dodie enjoyed spending her summers at her camper at Pleasant Lake Camp Ground for 40 years. She also liked to shop, play...

Jan 26, 2024

Ashley Ann Doten, 36, passed away Friday, January 26, 2024, at Maine Medical Center in Portland. Ashley was born in Bangor on December 27, 1987, daughter of Ralph and Wanda Doten.

Ashley graduated from Woodland High School, Class of 2005, and attended Washington County Community College where she studied to be a medical assistant. She was a proud mother and loved...

Jan 24, 2024

It is with great sadness to inform you that Nara Newell, 45, suddenly left this world on her own terms on January 24, 2024.  Nara was born in Waterville on November 5, 1978, daughter of Reggie “Ragu” Newell and Cheryl Bacon Bean.  

 

Nara was a Passamaquoddy tribal member who spent much of her early childhood and teens on the family...

Jan 7, 2024

Dick Edward Frost,65, passed away January 7th, 2024, at his home. Dick was born in Calais on July 22, 1958, son of Donald Frost and Joan “Hamilton” Frost.

Dick loved the outdoors. He dedicated his time to hunting, fishing, playing cribbage, motorcycles and walking the trails in Alexander. Being in nature is where Dick found most peace.

Dick is predeceased...

Jan 7, 2024

Jan 6, 2024

Iva J. "Maude" Carter (Cummings) 80, passed away with her daughter Dawn at her side, on the night of January 6th, 2024 at Central Maine Medical Center.

Iva was born in Pembroke on March 22nd, 1943, the second daughter of Wilbur and Vivian (Rodgers) Carter. Iva was raised in Pembroke and graduated in 1961 from Pembroke High School where she...

Jan 4, 2024

Francis William “Sonny” Pike, 79, passed away surrounded by family on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at the Maine Veterans Home of Bangor.  Sonny was born in Calais on February 28, 1944, son of Arthur and Margaret (Noble) Pike.

Sonny was raised in Milltown and graduated in 1962 from Calais High School, where he excelled in basketball and baseball.  He enlisted...

Jan 3, 2024

Robert Eric Farnsworth Jr., 30, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 3, 2024.  Robert was born in Machias on August 11, 1993, son of Robert Farnsworth Sr. and Paula (Flynn) Moores.

Robert graduated from Calais High School, Class of 2011, and attended Washington County Community College where he studied carpentry and automotive.  He held various jobs over the years, including...