Obituaries

Florence Hopkins

Florence Hopkins

May 24, 2024

Bangor and Cumberland - Florence "Babe" E. Hopkins, 96, passed away after a brief illness at Sedgewood Commons, Falmouth, Maine on May 24, 2024. She was born in Bangor, Maine on March 15, 1928, daughter of Fenton A. and Louise P. (Doughty) Philbrick. Florence was predeceased by her husband, Reginald Hopkins; two brothers, Fenton Philbrick, Jr., Wendall Philbrick, and her...

Frog Shearer

Frog Shearer

May 23, 2024

Julia Allison Shearer FROG SHEARER Frog Shearer, 18, lost a long, hard, courageous battle with mental illness Thursday, May 23rd 2024 at their home in Newburgh. They were born January 22, 2006, the child of Amy Shearer and Marlan Shearer. Frog was a very talented, artistic, nature loving, down to earth child. They had a love for the outdoors including...

William Webb

William Webb

May 22, 2024

Naples, Florida and Bangor - William E. Webb Sr., 93, formerly of Bangor, Maine died on May 22, 2024 in Naples, Florida. Bill was predeceased by his wife of more than 50 years, Jeannette Desjardins Webb. His sister, Marylou Simpson of Bangor also predeceased him. Bill was born and raised in Bangor, graduating from Bangor High School in the late...

Garrett Giles

Garrett Giles

May 22, 2024

Garrett “Lane” Giles, 24, of Bangor, passed away on May 22nd, 2024 at the time and place of his choosing. Lane lived a life bigger than most (seldom without a smile on his face). He was quick to lend a hand and quicker with a joke. People gravitated to his bright soul and kind smile. Lane was born in Miami,...

Danielle Faloon Saucier

Danielle Faloon Saucier

May 19, 2024

Danielle L. Faloon Saucier, 53, passed away May 19th, 2024. She was born October 16th, 1970, in Bangor. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. Danielle is survived by her parents, Linda and Dick Graham; daughters, Olivia and Eva Saucier; and significant other, Ed Keniston. A memorial service for Danielle Faloon Saucier will be held adjacent...

Richard Giroux

Richard Giroux

May 17, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we, his family, announce the passing of Richard “Dick” Louis Giroux, 76, on May 17, 2024. He passed peacefully after a hard-fought battle with Vascular Parkinson’s Disease, surrounded by his loving family and his earthly angels, Melinda, Matilda, Luanne, and Kobe. Dick was born in Lewiston, Maine on August 12, 1947, the son of...

Theresa Morrow

Theresa Morrow

May 17, 2024

ORONO, MAINE - Theresa “Terri” Morrow, 85, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 17th, 2024, with her two loving daughters by her side. She was born on February 11, 1939, in Wyoming, Pennsylvania, the daughter of Andrew and Mildred Mazzarella. A proud daughter of a coal miner, she was one of six children and enjoyed growing up in an Italian/Polish...

Thomas Goode

Thomas Goode

May 15, 2024

Bangor - Thomas W. Goode "Tom" passed away on May 15, 2024, at a local hospital after a long period of declining health. He was born in Presque Isle, Maine, on November 1, 1939, to Blair E. and Agnes M. Good. Tom met the love of his life, Del, at Zayres department store in 1960 and was instantly smitten. He...

David Morrison

David Morrison

May 15, 2024

Old Town / Bangor – It is with great sadness that we say “Goodbye” to our David who passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on May 15, 2024. David was born July 15, 1947, in Bangor and enjoyed 63 years on Plaisted Street in Bangor with his mother, father, brothers, sisters, and many caring neighbors. He enjoyed keeping...

Susanne Thibodeau Baumgardner

Susanne Thibodeau Baumgardner

May 14, 2024

WINTERPORT, ME and HOMOSASSA, FL – Susanne (Sue, Sizzy, Suzzie Q) Thibodeau Baumgardner, known lovingly to many as Nanny, 74, passed peacefully to her Lord on May 14, 2024, at her home surrounded by her three daughters. She was born February 4, 1950, in Bangor, Maine, daughter of Reno and Viola (Blethen) Thibodeau. Sue graduated from Brewer High School in...

Henry Martin

Henry Martin

May 14, 2024

Henry R. Martin, 77, of Stockton Springs passed away peacefully at a Bangor Hospital on May 14, 2024. Henry was born on February 8, 1947 to Ralph and Alphonsene (Surrette) Martin. Henry grew up in Massachusetts, graduating from Lunenburg High School, Class of 1965, before following in his father’s footsteps by entering the mechanic trade. On September 8, 1979, Henry...

David Baker

David Baker

May 13, 2024

Hampden - David G. Baker passed away on May 13, 2024, after a brief illness at the age of 82. He was a graduate of Hampden Academy, where he excelled in multiple sports, especially basketball. After graduation, he attended Ricker College and continued his basketball prowess there. Dave then settled down to begin a family and his professional life, which...

Sharon Caron

Sharon Caron

May 12, 2024

Sharon Bennett Caron, 80, passed away unexpectedly on May 12, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born May 29, 1943 to John and Pauline (Smith) Bennett. She lived in Orrington all her life, attending Blanch K Blake and No. Orrington Schools before graduating Brewer High School, class of 1961, as Valedictorian. In 1960, Sharon met her future husband,...

Ann Mckay

Ann Mckay

May 9, 2024

Ann McKay Bangor Ann McKay went to be with the Lord on May 9, 2024. She was born November 24, 1952 in Augusta, the daughter of Dr. Keith and Barara McKay. She grew up in Hallowell and graduated from Hall-Dale High School. She received a B.A. in French language and literature from Bates College in 1975 and a master’s degree...

Mark Marston

Mark Marston

May 9, 2024

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Gary Cookson

Gary Cookson

May 8, 2024

Glenburn – Gary H. Cookson, 80, went to his eternal resting place on May 8, 2024. He was born in Brewer, the son of Harry and Ruth Cookson. Gary spent many years raising potatoes on the family farm. He plowed and sanded roads for the town of Glenburn for 32 years, he also worked construction for the State. When he...

Ellen Martin

Ellen Martin

May 7, 2024

GLENBURN, MAINE AND STAFFORD, VIRGINIA - Ellen Fay Martin, 73, lost her battle with Alzheimer's disease surrounded by the love of her family May 7, 2024, at her home in Stafford, Virginia. She was born August 17, 1950, in Bangor, Maine, the daughter of John and Arlene (Bean) Lewis. Ellen was a graduate of Bangor High School, Class of 1968....

Jane Seekins

Jane Seekins

May 7, 2024

Jane A. Seekins passed away peacefully at the age of 83, on May 7th, 2024. Jane was born in Bucksport, Maine on December 5th, 1940. Jane spent many years at the house she and her husband built on Heart Pond, tending to her gardens, watching the wildlife, and doing the loon count in her pedal boat every summer. She enjoyed...

Carolyn Housman

Carolyn Housman

May 6, 2024

BAR HARBOR - Carolyn Ruth (Somers) Housman, 61, of Hulls Cove, Maine, sadly left us on May 6th 2024. She was born October 12, 1962, in Watkins Glen, New York, the daughter of Brian and Hurshelleen “Hurshey” (Crossman) Somers. Carolyn worked as a phlebotomist and massage therapist. She spent her later years caring for her parents. She was previously married...

Robert Blastow

Robert Blastow

May 6, 2024

Robert H. Blastow Robert Hollis Blastow, passed away May 6, 2024 at Maine Veteran’s Home, Bangor. It was a peaceful passing and his sister, Kathy Flagg and brother, Clifford Blastow were there to comfort him. Robert was a Christmas baby born on December 25, 1950 to Hollis E. and Barbara (Elwell) Blastow. Robert grew up in Thomaston. He graduated from...