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Malcolm Wentworth, 79
ARUNDEL - Mac Wentworth, 259 Log Cabin Rd., died peacefully Sept. 25, 2003 at Southern Maine Medical Center.
He was born in Kennebunk on July 22, 1924, son of Warren K. Wentworth and Mabel V. (Bailey) Wentworth. He attended Kennebunk schools and for a short time, served in the United States Army during World War II. He had a great love for horses and, following his service, spent many years as a stable hand at various racetracks and farms on the East coast.
In the later years of his mother's life, he returned to her home on Kennebunk Beach, giving aid and comfort to her. He made many friends and acquaintances for he was always willing to lend a helping hand, particularly to area lobstermen. He could be seen daily riding his bicycle, even in severe weather. People could check their clocks by his regular ride.
Most recently he made his home at Neverdun Farm in Arundel with his brother Stacy, his wife Marylyn, their daughter Leah, her husband Mark Simonsic and son Clayton.
He was predeceased by his parents, two sisters, Pauline Wentworth and Fae Choroszy, and two brothers Robie K. and Albert Bailey.
Survivors include three sisters, Joan Melito and husband Philip of Richmond Hills, N.Y., Mary L. Wentworth of Amherst, Mass, Sally E. Ashley and husband Peter of York; five brothers, Norris R. and his wife Ann of Bridgewater, Mass., Warren K. Jr. and his wife Nancy of Ipswich, Mass., Sherman P. and his wife Carol of Biddeford, Marshall E. and his wife Sarah of Cape Porpoise; as well as many nieces and nephews and other relatives.
A memorial service will be held at Neverdun Farm, 259 Log Cabin Rd. Arundel at noon on Saturday Oct. 11.
Jennifer Prejean, 17
BIDDEFORD - Jennifer L. Prejean, 17, a resident of Birch Street, Biddeford died Oct. 3, 2003 at the Maine Medical Center in Portland after a lengthy illness.
She was born in Biddeford, March 9, 1986, a daughter of Donald R. Prejean and Louise (Oswell) Cianciotti. She attended Biddeford schools and was active in cheerleading program in the elementary schools. She enjoyed the game of softball and loved to play in her years prior to becoming ill three years ago. She was a member of the Saco Jets, baton twirlers of Saco.
She is survived by her parents of Biddeford; one brother Donald K. Prejean of Saco; three sisters, Melissa J. Prejean and Shelley M. Prejea, both of Biddeford, and Sasha M. Prejean of Sanford; her maternal grandparents Francis and Beryl Oswell of Kennebunk; her paternal grandfather Ralph A. Prejean of Lyman; and several aunts, uncles and cousins.
Memorial services will be held today at 11 a.m. at the Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer St., Kennebunk, with the Rev. George Durkee officiating the service.
Interment will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Biddeford.
Should friends desire memorials may be made to the Make a Wish Foundation of Maine, 87 Elm St., Suite 206, Camden, ME 04843 in her memory.
Arrangements by the Bibber Memorial Chapel, Kennebunk.
James Lank, 76
KENNEBUNK - James B. Lank, 76, a resident of the Emmons Road, Kennebunk died Oct. 4, 2003 at the Southern Maine Medical Center in Biddeford after a lengthy illness. He was the husband of Joann Labrador Lank.
Mr. Lank was born Sept. 30, 1927 in Waterville, a son of Arthur and Helen (Stevens) Lank.
For over 35 years he owned and operated his sawmill and lumber business, with his son Robert, at the Lank Farm on the Ross Road.
He took great pride in his growing Christmas tree Farm. It was a passion and an interest which sustained him even in his last days. For over 20 years he could often be found working alongside of his wife Joann at their Christmas wreath business on the Emmons Road. He always looked forward to cutting trees and talking with old customers during this time of year. He had boundless energy and drive.
He would always gather princess pine at Christmas for his wife Joann. And in the spring pussey willows and always wild flowers in the summer. He always found joy in life. No matter how small or how big the circumstance.
He was a fighter. Strong willed and full of drive and determination. He tried everything and was not afraid to fail. He succeeded at most everything he set out to do. He never let his illness get the best of him. He held out hope until the very end. Often he could be found trimming up Christmas trees, his chainsaw roaring away. Or driving his logging truck up to the sawmill where he continued to work as long as his body allowed. When asked to slow down he would say I can't, I enjoy what I'm doing.
He was raised in Kennebunk on his family farm where he acquired his great love of animals. He left school during World War II and joined the U.S. Navy. He served as a boilermaker on the USS Wasp in the South Pacific.
In the early 1950s he enjoyed stock car racing. He had a great love for the outdoors. Riding his ATV, hunting, fishing, collecting fiddleheads. He enjoyed it all. He loved playing cards and especially looked forward to his Tuesday night card games. He was an avid reader and could easily read a book a day no matter what the subject. He was a man of few words and yet he loved his wife and family dearly. We in return loved and admired him.
One of his greatest gifts to his family was his strength and determination. We always could depend on him. As Jim would say, "You've got to know when to hold them and know when to fold them." He will be greatly missed.
He is survived by his wife of 41 years; four sons, Delvern Lank of Arundel, Kevin Lank of Kennebunk, Robert Edward Lank of Kennebunk, and Phillip Albert Lank of Arundel; two daughters, Stephanie Lank Richards of Alfred, and Barbara Lynn Lank Boisvert of Biddeford; one brother Arthur B. Lank Jr. (Buddy) of Kennebunk; 10 grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews also survive.
Funeral services will be held at the Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer St. Kennebunk at 2 p.m. today with the Rev. Stephen Hastings officiating the service. Interment in Pine Grove Cemetery, West Kennebunk.
Should friends desire memorials may be made to the Maine Cancer Society, 1 Main St., Suite 300, Topsham, ME 04086 in Mr. Lank's memory.
Jane Fawcett, 77
KITTERY - Jane Fawcett, 77, of Haley Road in Kittery Point died on Oct. 6, 2003 at York Hospital.
Born in Weymouth, Mass. on July 23, 1926, she was a daughter of Joseph and Helen (Russell) O'Hanlon, and attended local schools graduating from Wilmington High School in 1944.
She met and married her loving husband Howard Fawcett; they made their home in Wilmington, Mass. for a number of years, where she worked in the school she graduated from, in the cafeteria as "the lunch lady."
In 1972 she and her family moved to Kittery Point, where she and her husband were able to enjoy their boat, lobster fishing and enjoying a ride in the harbor. She and her husband enjoyed ballroom dancing at the Rockingham Ballroom on Saturday nights. She was also an avid reader, and enjoyed membership in Rainbow.
She retired as a secretary from Liberty Mutual in Portsmouth in 1987.
Her first love was her family, most recently enjoying time spent with her beloved grandchildren.
She is survived by one daughter Susan and her husband John Hill of Kittery Point; one son Ron and his wife Margaret Fawcett of Greenland, N.H.; three grandchildren, Amanda Fawcett, Melissa Rivers, and Alex Hill; and one sister Faith Wentworth of China, Maine.
She was predeceased by her loving husband, Howard W. Fawcett and her son Donald Fawcett.
A memorial service will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. at the J.S. Pelkey Funeral Home 125 Old Post Rd. in Kittery. Family flowers only.
Donations may be made in her memory to the York Hospital Rehabilitation or Visiting Nurse Departments, Hospital Drive in York, ME 03909.
Arrangements are entrusted to the Pelkey Funeral Home of Kittery.
Maynard Fernald, 79
YORK - Maynard R. Fernald, 79, of York Beach, died Oct. 2, 2003 at his home following a short illness.
He was born in Ogunquit on Jan. 12, 1924, a son of Fred and Elizabeth (Moulton) Fernald.
He attended local schools and served his country in the United States Marine Corps during World War II in Guam, where he earned a Purple Heart.
He worked at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard for a number of years. He was a lifetime member of the VFW and a member of the Union Congregational Church of York Beach.
While he enjoyed a good game of poker, his first love was his family.
He was predeceased by his parents, his first wife; Hazel Weare Fernald, and great-granddaughter; Kacy Amber Bulley.
Maynard is survived by his wife, Kari (Oian) Fernald of York Beach; three sons, Peter Weare Fernald of York, Christopher Raymond Fernald of Rockland, and Glenn Martin Fernald of York Beach; one step-son Michael Andrew Winn of Woolwich; four daughters, Nancy Fernald Dos Santos of Merrimac, Mass., Mary Lou Fernald Saurman of Kittery, Laurie Fernald Bulley of Millinocket, and Lisa Fernald Mallory of Black Mountain, N.C.; one sister Mildreth Fernald Smith of Ogunquit; six grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.
A memorial service was held on Saturday in the Union Congregational Church, Church Street, York Beach.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the York Beach Fire and Rescue, PO Box 70, York Beach, ME 03910.
Arrangements by Lucas and Eaton Funeral Home, York.
Linda Garland, 54
KENNEBUNKPORT - Linda (Patterson) Garland was born on Feb. 26, 1949 in Bainbridge, Ga. She passed away peacefully after a sudden stroke on Sept. 29, 2003.
She was the second child of J.D. and Roslyn Patterson, who owned a farm outside of Bainbridge. She attended the local schools in Bainbridge and enjoyed spending time with her large family. An avid reader, she drove around the "Bookmobile" in the summers, offering library books to the community.
Her interest in books brought her to minor in library science and major in elementary education at Georgia College. It was at Georgia College where she went on a blind date with her future husband, Terry. They wed three-and-a-half years later in March of 1971.
Her husband had summered at Goose Rocks Beach as a child and was therefore drawn to Kennebunkport. The couple moved here in 1973. A true southerner, it was a different world for Linda in the cold north, but one she grew to love and cherish. Goose Rocks Beach quickly became her most favorite place.
She was born to be a teacher, committed to making a difference in the lives of children. She taught in the Kennebunk area before teaching first grade at Mildred L. Day School in Arundel for 16 years. After a stint with substitute teaching, she found further pleasure in assisting children with special needs. She found teaching to be extremely rewarding.
She and her husband had two children, Jinny in 1978 and Todd in 1981. She was a committed and loving Mother and would leave the housework waiting any day to spend time with her children. She particularly enjoyed the summers, when she would spend the days at Goose Rocks Beach with her children, exploring tidal pools, collecting shells and building sand castles. On the weekends, the family would go on boating excursions, may times exploring the marsh and picking marsh heather.
She was an active member at the Church on the Cape. She enjoyed being a part of the prayer chain, Bible study and various other groups. She had a strong sense of faith that carried her through two successful bouts with cancer and was extremely proud to be an 18-year survivor. She was a true miracle in the medical world.
She was an extremely loving, kind and generous person. She was never a complainer and always had a very positive view on life despite her struggles. She lived each day to the fullest. She will be sorely missed by many.
She is survived by her husband, Arthur (Terry) Garland of 32 years; one daughter Jinny Garland Sass of New Castle, N.H.; one son Todd Garland of Cape Porpoise; one brother James Patterson of Marietta, Ga.; one sister Cathy Smith of Bainbridge, Ga.; and many family members and friends.
A service was held on Saturday at the Church on the Cape in Cape Porpoise.
Donations in her name may be sent to Church on the Cape, PO Box 7663, Cape Porpoise, ME 04014.
Arrangements by the Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer St., Kennebunk, ME 04043.
William Gerald, 59
YORK - William H. "Bill" Gerald, 59, of 44 Plaisted Rd., York died Sept. 30, 2003 at his residence after a brief illness.
He was born in York the son of Whilce C. and Dorothy (Martin) Gerald. He was predeceased by his parents and by a brother, Robert E. Gerald.
Survivors include three brothers, David W. Gerald of Wells, and Richard E. Gerald and Wayne S., both of York; four sisters, Charlotte Reavis of Odenville, Ala., Betty Lumsden of York, Eleanor Shipp of Quinton, Ala. and Ellen Juneau of Lake Stevens, Wash.; many nieces, nephews and cousins.
A graveside service was held Monday in the First Parish Cemetery, York.
Arrangements were by the Lucas & Eaton Funeral Home.
Stephen Bahre, 58
LYMAN - Stephen Bahre, 58, of Lyman, formerly of Amesbury, Mass., died Sept. 28, 2003 at the Portland Medical Center in Portland. He was the cherished husband of Jeannette Bahre, and father of Kimberly, Christian and Rachael Bahre formerly of Amesbury, Mass.
Born in Indianapolis, Ind., Sept. 10, 1945, he was the beloved son of the late George G. and Rosemary (Johantgef) Bahre. From October 2000 until recently, he was the library director of the Wells Public Library. In the past, he was the library director of the Merrimack College in North Andover, Mass., a position he held for approximately 20 years. He also worked as a reference librarian at the Amesbury Public Library in Amesbury, Mass., and at the Derry Public Library in Derry, N.H. He was a map librarian and librarian in the Instructional Media Collection (IMC) College of Education, in the University of Arizona Library System for many years. A cartographer and geographer, he published original maps. He taught cartography and scientific illustration to graduate students at the University of Arizona. A graduate of the University of Arizona School of Library Science in Tucson, Ariz., he received his master's degree in library science. Previous to that he was awarded a bachelor of science degree in geography at the same university. He served on several committees at the University of Arizona including the Library Staff Association, and the Promotion and Tenure Committee. Aware of the current challenges in libraries, he had recently attended NELA and ALA meetings, and had been a guest speaker on library concerns.
His current projects at the Wells Public Library included celebrations of the arts such as poetry readings, book discussions, and art displays. He was working toward designs of new indoor and outdoor spaces for library patrons and townspeople of Wells. Like a multi-faceted diamond, he had many roles and current projects. Programming for adults and children was a high priority and he appreciated the talent, energy and creativity of the people who volunteer their time to the library as community. For several years he served on the local cable commission and met with colleagues in Amesbury, Mass. He had creative energy which he shared with his family, friends and many associates.
The On-Stagers at Merrimack College and the Amesbury Playhouse actors may recall his interest in acting and videotaping. Technology access is an interest which he carried with him from the early 1970s until the present day. Interests like interviewing, videotaping, and media production were expressed through his media work at Merrimack College. He participated in numerous activities associated with sports networks in both radio and TV coverage, including the sports he most enjoyed.
In addition to his wife and three children, his passing is mourned by his brother, Conrad Bahre of California, as well as his colleagues and friends.
A memorial service and celebration of life was held Saturday at Paul C. Rogers & Sons Funeral Home, Amesbury, Mass. Following the memorial service, a reception for relatives and friends was held at the Wells Public Library.
Memorials may be made to the Wells Public Library, C/O Town of Wells, PO Box 393, Wells, ME 04090 or to the Parker River Wildlife Refuge, 261 Northern Blvd., Newburyport, MA 01950.
William Barry, 45
WELLS - William C. Barry of Blackberry Lane, Wells passed away Oct. 5, 2003 after a brief but extremely well-fought battle against cancer.
He was born a beloved son of Fredrick K. Barry and C. Maxine Barry in Bangor on May 21, 1958. He grew up in Bangor on Center Street and attended local Bangor schools until high school, when he moved to Brewer, and graduated from Brewer High School. After graduation in 1976, he attended Maine Maritime Academy in Castine graduating in 1980.
He was employed until the time of his passing at the Portsmouth Naval Ship Yard as a health physicist. He received many awards for his outstanding work and was often recognized for his great work ethic. He was a fair and moral man who applied his sense of fair play whenever he was presented a difficult situation.
He was an unassuming man who was loved and respected by his friends, family and co-workers. He will be remembered for his quiet humor and his ability to endear himself to the hearts of all who met him. He was full of life and fun loving. He was well respected and loved by his peers His office mates made daily "group" calls to him during his illness, which was a tremendous source of joy and support.
He was a devout Catholic and was a member of the St. Mary's Parish family; he was a loving and devoted husband to his wife Ellen and a compassionate and loving father to his sons William Jr. and Joseph. He loved and cared for his wife and children above all other things. He was a true family man who chose time with his family above time for personal hobbies. He was comforted during his illness to see the outpouring for love and support that he, his wife and children received from both their church community and from the community of Wells. He would tell his wife how it eased his mind to hear the phone ring and know it would be still another outpouring of love.
He loved sports and was a notorious Chicago Cubs Fan. He excelled in softball and was a pitching legend for many years for the Rad Con Rangers in the Portsmouth Navel Ship Yard softball league. He found his love of softball while in his teens in Bangor. He often remembered fondly playing on the Napoli Pizza team as well as the Gold Star Cleaners team. He also played for the Zippy Copy team from Sanford. His very fondest sports memories will always be of his days coaching his sons in the recreational basketball leagues.
He was as avid golfer who loved the challenge of the game but played with the patience and even temperament that are the trademark of a great golfer. He achieved a golfer's greatest accomplishment when he sunk a hole in one on June 13, 1999 while golfing with his oldest son. The joy of that moment was truly enhanced because his son William was there with him to share it.
He was predeceased by his father, Fredrick K. Barry, and his daughter Megan Catherine Barry.
He is survived by his wife of 17 years Ellen (Murchison) Barry; two sons, William Jr. and Joseph; his mother Maxine Barry; one brother Fred Barry; one sister Margo Barry-Grant; brother in-law Rod Grant; several nieces and nephews as well as by the many friends that he had. He will be missed by all who had the privilege to know him.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held Wednesday at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Wells. Interment was in Ocean View Cemetery.
Arrangements by Bibber Memorial Chapel.
