All Obituaries

Loyd Almon Brazier WELLINGTON, MAINE — Loyd Almon Brazier, 77, of Wellington, Maine, passed away peacefully on June 18, 2026, after a lifetime defined by perseverance, hard work, devotion to family, and an unmatched stubbornness that carried him through challenges that would have defeated most. Born on July 26, 1948, Loyd was the son of the late Almon and Florence Brazier. He grew up with a strong work ethic and a love for rural life that remained with him throughout his years. Loyd ...

Rose Holt of Skowhegan Maine, passed away unexpectedly at the age of 71 on November 29th, from cardiovascular difficulties.  Rose was born on July 11th, 1954 in Skowhegan, Maine to Henry and Dolores McGraw. Rose was a young, devoted and loving mother to her two children, Lee Hutchinson and Hollee LaFemina. She worked hard to provide a warm and nurturing environment for her family. She taught her children to put kindness and compassion above any material things. She loved her son and ...

Elizabeth Thurlow, called Betty Ann by her family and friends, passed peacefully at home due to pancreatic cancer on March 28, 2026. Born and raised on Long Island, New York, Betty Ann was always a fierce champion of causes important to her, predominantly those with less power to advocate for themselves. She taught school in the Virgin Islands where she met Bill. They sailed to Maine and built a life together. Betty Ann worked in public and behind the scenes to create change where she saw a ...

Standish ~ Paul Raymond Irish, 88, peacefully passed on to eternal life March 31, 2026 surrounded by his family. He was born on June 30, 1937, the oldest child of Gerald & Viola Irish of Gorham, Maine.Paul was a veteran of the US NAVY. After his service, he worked in insurance and drove tractor trailer. He enjoyed camping, hunting and fishing, and being part of the CB Club. After his retirement he drove school bus and worked in real estate. He would make new friends every where he went. ...

Lewis S. Tuttle, 92, of Newport, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on January 6, 1934, in Newport, the son of Arthur and Bertha (Bickford) Tuttle. He married Regena Gray on December 30, 1955, and together they shared 70 years of marriage and raised four children. Lewis worked various jobs around Newport starting at a young age, including Friend & Friend, Hoods Creamery, and the local shoe shop. He later drove trucks for Merrill ...

Marjorie C Whipple, 87, of Skowhegan,Me. died unexpectedly at Eastern Maine Medical center, on Tuesday, February 17th 2026 in Bangor. She was born in Norwich, Connecticut on November 12th, 1938 to Nattie and Stasia (Cholodowski) Algiere. She grew up in Norwich where she attended Saint Joseph Catholic School at 120 Cliff Street, Norwich, Connecticut, and graduated from Norwich Free Academy in 1956. She married Nelson (Dede) Whipple in 1957, and they shared 53 years together, while raising ...

Kristy Trial Smith April 27, 1976 - January 16th 2026 Kristy Trial Smith, 49, of Madison, Maine passed unexpectedly surrounded by family due to heart complications on January 16th, 2026. She was born in Skowhegan, Maine in 1976 to Peter E Trial and Shirley Quinn Trial. Kristy attended Madison Area Memorial High School, before studying at Thomas College and then worked with Envision Net which led her to move to Washington State. Kristy was a breath of fresh air to every room she walked into. ...

Barry Buck passed away unexpectedly in Portland, Maine on December 2, 2025. He was the son of David and Joyce Buck of Fairfield, Maine. Barry graduated from Lawrence High School, Fairfield, Maine and attended the University of Maine, Farmington. He enjoyed working, spending time outdoors, watching sports, especially cheering for the Pittsburgh Steelers, and being surrounded by the people he loved. In his free time, Barry also enjoyed fishing and spending time with his daughter, which brought ...

Paul F. Verville Jr. passed away tragically at his home in Benton in the early hours of October 22nd, 2025. He was with his beloved dog, baby bear. Born April 29th, 1963, to his loving parents Carol McKeage and Paul Verville Sr., Paul found his love for fishing early. He later found a passion for mechanical work, teaching himself as he went. In adulthood, he worked as a truck driver for many years before opening Elite Taxi with his father. He later opened JP transportation with his wife, ...

Stetson,  Patricia A. Withee, 77, of Stetson, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at the Maine Veteran's Home in Bangor.      Patricia was born on February 1, 1948 in Albion, a daughter of the late Lloyd Collins Jr. and Marjorie (Hurlburt) Collins. She was educated in the local schools.    She was employed for several years at Dexter Shoe.     Patricia was predeceased by her parents, siblings, daughter-in-law Tracy, ...