Obituaries

Irving Arnold Priest Jr.

Irving Arnold Priest Jr.

Mar 6, 2026

SANGERVILLE - Irving Arnold Priest, Jr., 94, of Sangerville, Maine, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2026, in a Orono healthcare facility, after living a full and meaningful life. He was born November 25, 1931, in Avon, Connecticut, to the late Irving A. Priest Sr. and Bernice (Mitchell) Priest.

Irving graduated from Sangerville High School, Class of 1950 and a...

James Nelson Martin

James Nelson Martin

Mar 5, 2026

James N. Martin passed away on March 5, 2026. Services will be private.

Nancy L. Klein

Nancy L. Klein

Mar 3, 2026

It is with deep love and gratitude for a life beautifully lived that we remember Nancy L. Cole Klein, who passed March 3, 2026, peacefully at home with loved ones by her side. Born January 20, 1953, she was a remarkable woman whose greatest joy was the people she held close.

Some of her happiest memories came with open roads and...

Michael Ralph Caruso

Michael Ralph Caruso

Mar 2, 2026

Bangor - Michael Ralph Caruso, beloved husband, father, brother, and papa, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 2, 2026, with his loving wife and children by his side, at the age of 85. He was born in Boston, MA, on July 13, 1940, to Michael S. and Angelina (Scaltrito) Caruso.

Michael attended Boston Technical High School, where, upon his graduation,...

Maud Louise Sanborn

Maud Louise Sanborn

Mar 1, 2026

Maud Louise Sanborn, 95, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on March 1, 2026, in Brewer, Maine. Born on July 10, 1930, in London, England, Maud lived a life defined by resilience, love, and an unwavering dedication to her family and community.

During World War II, Maud served with pride in the British Women's Land Army, contributing to her...

Takeji Smith

Takeji Smith

Feb 28, 2026

Hermon - By the grace of God, Takeji H. Smith, 90, reunited with her husband, CWO Percival H. Smith, on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Takeji was born in Yamanashi, Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, on March 4, 1935, to her parents Yoshikazu and Kesaji Hirayama.

Takeji and "Smitty" met when he was stationed in Japan. After marrying in 1956, she came to...

Richard Leigh Gordon

Richard Leigh Gordon

Feb 28, 2026

Richard 'Flash' Gordon, 84, died on February 28, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on April 16, 1941, the son of Harry and Arlene Gordon of Pittsfield, Maine.

Richard graduated from MCI in 1959. Following graduation, he served with the U.S. Navy, where he was deployed on the USS Nautilus. After an honorable discharge, he continued his...

Priscilla Evelyn Smith

Priscilla Evelyn Smith

Feb 27, 2026

HAMPDEN - Priscilla Evelyn (Teague) Smith, 94, passed away February 27, 2026, surrounded by her family in Bangor, Maine. She was born in Winterport, Maine on July 29, 1931; the oldest of six children, born to Nicholas William Teague and Madelyn Elizabeth (Dibblee) Teague.

Priscilla is survived by her children, Raymond Smith, Ronald Smith, Bryan Smith, Peggy MacLeod and Daniel smith;...

Gerald "Jerry" Carlstrom

Gerald "Jerry" Carlstrom

Feb 26, 2026

Gerald "Jerry" Carlstrom died peacefully in his sleep on February 26, 2026. He was born on August 12, 1940, in Millinocket, ME; the youngest child of Andrew and Marcella (Quinn) Carlstrom.

After graduating from Stearns High School in 1959, he began working as a laborer at Great Northern Paper Mill in Millinocket, ME. In 1961, after an injury ended his career...

Oliver Westyn DeLosa

Oliver Westyn DeLosa

Feb 26, 2026

With broken hearts, we announce the passing of our precious baby boy, Oliver Westyn Delosa, who was born on February 17, 2026, and passed away on February 26, 2026.

Born at 32 weeks, Oliver proved from his very first breath that he was a fighter. During his time in the NICU, doctors discovered he had suffered severe and widespread brain damage....

James Eric Lamb

James Eric Lamb

Feb 25, 2026

PHILADELPHIA - James Eric Lamb, 26, died on February 25th, 2026, at a family home in Hampden. He was born September 29,1999 in San Antonio, Texas, the son of James William and June Elizabeth (Waldrop) Lamb.

James graduated from Rocklin High School class of 2017 and Gettysburg College class of 2021. Following graduation he dedicated his life to early childhood...

Donald William Campbell, Sr.

Donald William Campbell, Sr.

Feb 24, 2026

Donald W. Campbell, Sr.

Searsport

On Tuesday morning, February 24, 2026, Pastor Donald Campbell, 95, closed his eyes to this world and went to his Heavenly Home and into the arms of his Savior. He was born on May 30,1930 in Bangor, the son of William Fredrick and Louise Mary Campbell.

Pastor Don married the love of his life, Agnes...

Karen Gayle Bailey

Karen Gayle Bailey

Feb 22, 2026

BANGOR - Karen Gayle (McKenzie) Bailey, 71, was born in Bangor, Maine to Eleanor Mae (Byron) McKenzie and James McKenzie Sr., on June 1, 1954.

Karen attended Bangor schools and graduated from Bangor High School, Class of 1972. Most of her career was spent working as a Registered Nurse in the ER at Eastern Maine Medical Center. She worked there...

Edwin Weston Colburn

Edwin Weston Colburn

Feb 20, 2026

OTIS - Edwin W. "Sonny" Colburn, 93, passed away February 20, 2026, at home, with his wife by his side. He was born April 9, 1932, to Edwin L. and Leola (Weston) Colburn.

Sonny was a member of the Anah Shriners, having many roles; City Club and Morning Rotary. His biggest accomplishment was being one of the founders of the...

Ralph Jacob Sauter Jr.

Ralph Jacob Sauter Jr.

Feb 20, 2026

Ralph Jacob Sauter, Jr. passed away peacefully with his family at his side. He was born June 6, 1942 in Springfield, Mass. The son of Ralph Jacob Sauter, Sr. and Hazel (Dow) Sauter.

Ralph was a Navy Veteran. He was a member of the American Legion-ME and a member of the Carmel Union Congregational Church. He worked in the blueberry fields,...

Steven James O'Day

Steven James O'Day

Feb 17, 2026

BRUNSWICK - Steven James "Steve" O'Day, 51, died unexpectedly February 21, 2026, at his residence. He was born April 4, 1974, in Bangor, the son of Raymond L. and Rita E. (Dircksen) O'Day.

Steve graduated from Brewer High School, Class of 1993. He then graduated from the University of Maine, Orono, Class of 1998. He was currently working as an...

Colleen Anne Laliberte

Colleen Anne Laliberte

Feb 15, 2026

GLENBURN - Colleen A. "Dendy" Laliberte, 79, passed away peacefully February 15, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 26, 1946, in Bangor, the daughter of Earl J. and Lucille I. (Lander) Trainor.

Dendy grew up in Bangor, graduating from John Bapst Memorial High School, Class of 1964. Following graduation, she married Richard "Rick"...

Ruth M Cole

Ruth M Cole

Feb 15, 2026

Brewer-Ruth M. Cole, 89, died February 15, 2026, at home with her loving family, after a long illness. She was born on November 27, 1936 in Danforth, Me.

Ruth worked for Footman's Dairy for many years and later worked for Grants Dairy. Once retired, she went back to work at A.C. Moore.

She enjoyed crafting, especially sewing and her embroidery machine. She...

Linda Susan McDonald

Linda Susan McDonald

Feb 13, 2026

Linda S. McDonald, 72, passed away February 13, 2026 at home after a long illness.

She was born in Caribou, May 3, 1953 the daughter of William and Pauline (Ellis) Braisted.

Linda was a member of Fraternal order of Eagles, Brewer.

Surviving are her husband, John; sisters, Brenda Sawyer, Pamela Rezendez, and Jennifer; brothers, Bobby, Bryan, John, and Ronald Braisted;...

Patricia Louise Reynolds

Patricia Louise Reynolds

Feb 12, 2026

HERMON, MAINE - Patricia L. (Leathers) Reynolds, a longtime resident of Hermon, Maine, passed away at home on February 12th, 2026, at the age of 90. She was born June 23, 1935, in Bangor, the daughter of Ralph and Madaline (Roberts) Leathers.

Patricia graduated from Hermon High School. After graduation, she married her high school sweetheart, Terrance Reynolds; they had...