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Forrest Horne
KENNEBUNK — Forrest Wayne Horne, 87, of Huntington Common Drive, died Dec. 25, 2005, at Kennebunk Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. He was born in Sanford on Feb. 14, 1918, a son of Angelo Jose and Charlotte Elizabeth (Linnell) Horne.
On March 22, 1947, he married Edith Bradbury in Sanford.
He was employed as a tool-room mechanic at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, retiring in 1978.
He was a member of the VFW, and enjoyed gardening, fishing, hunting, and cooking.
He was pre-deceased by four brothers, Otis, Clements, Langdon, and Roland Horne; three sisters, Isabelle, Arlene, and Doris Horne.
Survivors include his wife of 58 years, of West Kennebunk; two sons, Kenneth Wayne Horne Sr. of Kennebunk and Terry Wayne Horne of Kennebunk; one daughter, Virginia Lynne Ricker of Kennebunk; his twin sister, Virginia Valentine Wallace of Florida; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and one great-great grandchild. Robert LaRocque
HORNE — The funeral for Forrest Wayne Horne will be held today at noon at Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer St., Kennebunk. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in his name to The Alzheimer’s Association, Maine Chapter, 163 Lancaster St., Portland, ME. 04101-2406. Arrangements are under the direction of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer St., Kennebunk.
CAPE PORPOISE — Robert B. LaRocque, born in Ludlow, Mass., son of Burton LaRocque and Irene (Gamache) LaRocque, died the morning of Dec. 25, 2005, at the Veteran’s Home in Scarborough, after a long illness.
He attended schools in Lee, Mass. and graduated from Worcester Polytechnic Institute with a degree in electrical engineering in 1950. He was a member of Phi Kappa Theta.
He was employed by General Electric in Pittsfield, Mass. and Hudson Falls, N.Y. as a test and design engineer. He later joined Peter J. Sweitzer Co. in Lee, Mass. and then Boise Cascade in Rumford. He retired after 25 years as electrical superintendent.
Having summered at Goose Rocks Beach for a number of years, he and his wife moved to Kennebunk in 1986 and more recently to Cape Porpoise.
He served in the South Pacific in the Marine Corps during World War II. He received the Purple Heart as a result of combat injuries in the invasion of Iwo Jima.
He was a life member of the Knights of Columbus and a charter member of St. Martha’s Knights of Columbus in Kennebunk. He was a communicant of St. Martha Catholic Church, Kennebunk.
He was also president and a charter member of the Kiwanis’ Club in Lee, Mass. He enjoyed reading, walking, and golf, and was a member of the Biddeford Saco Country Club.
He leaves his wife, Jean (O’Malley) LaRocque; one son., Robert of Westminster, Colorado; one daughter, Deidre Spang of Cape Porpoise; and five grandchildren.
Two brothers, Raymond and Francis of Lee, Mass. predeceased him.
LAROCQUE — A Mass of Christian burial for Robert B. Larocque, will be celebrated today at 11 a.m. at St. Martha Catholic Church, Route 1, Kennebunk. Spring burial will be in Hope Cemetery, Kennebunk. Arrangements are under the direction of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer St., Kennebunk.
Edwin Littlefield
OGUNQUIT — Edwin Maxwell Littlefield, 88, of South Street, Ogunquit, died Dec. 21, 2005, in his home after a long illness lovingly surrounded by his family.
He was born in Ogunquit on Sept. 24, 1917, the son of C. Herbert and Clara (Maxwell) Littlefield. He graduated from Wells High School in 1935 and attended the McIntosh Business College in Dover, N.H. In 1940, he married Eleanor Elizabeth Galeucia.
He served in the Navy during World War II. After the War, he worked at Pratt and Whitney in Connecticut for three years and at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard as a machinist for more than 30 years.
He was born with an entrepreneurial spirit. He owned and ran the Footbridge Takeout in Ogunquit, the Dreamer’s Delight Restaurant, and an eight-bedroom guest house – Ye Olde Maxwell Place. The guest house had been in his mom’s family since the late 1600s and pretty much in its present form since 1720.
As busy as he was, he always greeted the day with a smile. In his words, “Every day is a holiday”; to him the sky was always blue. He was well known around the town that he loved for his good nature and his charitable ways. He loved the tourists that came to town and always tried to make them feel at home. When the beach parking would fill up, he would put out a sign and advertise free parking. Oftentimes the tourists would ask what they owed for the privilege of parking for a day at the beach and he would refer them to his sign. He also allowed many of the local workers to park there. He would often park more than 100 cars in his field.
He was a member of Ocean Lodge A.F. & A.M. in Wells. He was a longtime member of the Ogunquit Methodist Church.
He enjoyed his family, coffee with his buddies at Dunkin Donuts and McDonald’s, traveling, a good cribbage game, running the guesthouse, and singing. He would break out in song whenever the mood hit him. After building his new house, he also took special pride in his lawn.
His wife Eleanor in 1989; two sisters Persis Keene and Ethel “Peg” Smalley predeceased him; and sister-in-law and special companion Priscilla Galeucia.
Surviving him are two daughters, Ellen Preble and her husband David of South Gardiner and Elissa Boulier and her husband Gerald of Wells; four grandchildren, Alex and his wife Kristin, Jason, Jeremy, and Michael and his wife Michelle; one great-granddaughter, Kaylie; two sisters-in-law, Carole Coker and husband Richard and Barbara Pavlovich and her husband Paul; and many nieces and nephews.
A Masonic service was held, followed by a funeral service at Bibber Memorial Chapel, Wells with Pastor Sharon Miesel. Interment will follow in the spring in Ocean View cemetery in Wells.
Should friends desire memorial donations may be made to either: Hospice of Southern Maine, 901 Washington Ave., Suite 104, Portland, ME 04103 or United Methodist Church of York-Ogunquit, 1026 Route 1, York, ME 03909.
Arrangements by Bibber Memorial Chapel, Wells.
Percy Poirier
NORTH BERWICK – It is with heavy hearts and great sadness that we announce the passing of Percy Linwood Poirier, 87, the eldest and remaining son of the late Joseph Edward Poirier and Amy (Glover) Poirier born July 8, 1918, in Ipswich, Mass.
He was predeceased by seven brothers and two sisters. He enjoyed music and art. He played the xylophone and vibraphone in a band that performed in nightclubs in the 1930s. He was known for his excellent sense of humor and was a gifted story teller drawing on his world travels and colorful adventures. Even in his prolonged illness he had a twinkle in his eyes and a smile on his face.
A five-star battle veteran of World War II with the United States Navy, he also had traveled the world with the British Merchant Marines. He drove tractor / trailers for more than 35 years well into his 70s. His greatest joy was traveling the open roads around the country. He made his last cross-country trip from Arizona to Maine in his van at the age of 85.
He resided with his eldest son, Dennis Poirier and his girlfriend Helen Marris, at their home and gallery in North Berwick, for 10 months before his health declined.
He is survived by his four sons, Dennis, Paul of Littleton, Colo., Dana and Michael both of Gloucester, Mass.; three sisters, Ruth Dyresen of Fla., Lila Cooper and Betty Saulnier of Calif.; and four grandchildren, Devyn, Nicole, Costanza, and Aidan.
Special thanks to the staff of Dover Rehab and the Kennebunk Nursing Home for their care and compassion our father received in his final days.
A special note: With much love for his acceptance and treating me like a daughter. I will miss you terribly – Helen Marris
“Stay not on the precipice with the dross of matter, for there is a place for thy image in a realm ever splendid.” (the Chaldean Oracles of Zoroaster)
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Johnson Funeral Home, North Berwick.
Richard Sullivan
LYMAN – Richard P. Sullivan, Esquire, passed away at his home on Dec. 22, 2005, surrounded by his loving family. His death came after a year-long battle with cancer.
He came into the world Nov. 5, 1942, in Skowhegan, the fifth of nine children born to Dr. George E. and Ellen (Constantine) Sullivan.
He was a 1960 graduate of Lawrence High School, graduated from Farmington State Teacher’s College (U Maine Farmington), taught at the Frisbee Memorial School in Kittery and subsequently enlisted in the United States Army.
He is survived by Pamela, his soul mate and wife of 39 years; his son Matthew, daughter-in-law Cyndi, and grandson Finnegan of Los Angeles, Calif.; daughter Lauren and son-in-law Adam of Portland; sister Elizabeth Elholm and husband John of E. Madison; brother William Sullivan and wife Margaret of Grantham, N.H.; brother Lawrence Sullivan and wife Jeanne of Boothbay; brother George Sullivan and wife Claudia of Yarmouth; sister Ann Fernald and husband Richard of Farmington; sister Barbara Sullivan of South Solon, Maine; sister Jane Gorra and husband David of Manlius, N.Y.; brother Mark Sullivan of Austin, Texas; brother-in-law Peter Strauss and wife Sara of Wayne, N.J.; 24 nieces and nephews; and a loving community of dear, dear friends who have provided so much love and support to the Sullivan family.
A celebration of his life was held Wednesday at the Atlantic Hall, Cape Porpoise.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his name can be made to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society via the internet: www.leukemia-lymphoma.org (click the “Donate” link) or by mail: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Donor Services, PO Box 4072, Pittsfield, MA 01202.
Bonnie Bilderback Bonney
BONNEY — On Feb. 16, Bonnie Bilderback Bonney passed away in Destin, Fla. A memorial service will be held in her honor at the Colony Hotel, Kennebunkport, Sunday, June 25, at 1 p.m. After the service there will be a reception at the American Legion Hall in Cape Porpoise. All are welcome to attend. For information, call William Bonney, 985-1587; Wendy Gibson, 967-8852.
George Carpenter
WELLS — George Carpenter, 77, of Wells, and prominent Ogunquit artist for 42 years, died suddenly in Perkins Cove while painting at the George Carpenter Gallery. He was affectionately known as the “Mayor of the Cove,” and assistant harbor master.
He was an internationally recognized landscape and seascape impressionist painter, and won many prestigious awards. His marine landscapes reflected his love for the sea and New England. He was a member of the Rockport Art Association, The Copley Society, North Shore Art Association and the National Watercolor Honor Society, among many other organizations. His paintings are owned privately by collectors, museums and corporations throughout the world. He had more than 100 one-man shows and group exhibitions.
He and his beloved wife Virginia, known as Ginna, moved to Ogunquit 46 years ago and opened a gallery Hoyt’s Lane in 1963. They opened the current Carpenter Gallery across from the footbridge in 1983.
He served in the U.S. Army in Korea and was a disabled veteran. He was the Judge Advocate of the Veteran of Foreign Wars and a member of the American Legion. He was a lifetime member of the Wells Masonic Ocean Lodge 142.
He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Virginia; and his constant companion, Fred, his shihtzu “assistant.” Also surviving are one sister, Beverly Daley of McLean, Va.; one son, George Jr., of Carnesville, Ga.; and his many friends.
There will be no immediate service, but there will be a private memorial service held in the cove in September.
Donations should be made to the Rockport Art Association, Main Street, Rockport, Mass. 01966.
Peter Doree
YORK — Peter A. Doree, 71 of 11 Caincrest Park, died June 13, 2006, at home.
He was born Dec. 15, 1934, in London, England, the son of Arthur W. and Ethel May (Watling) Doree. He was a graduate of Highbury High School and Technical College in England. He served in the British Army in Germany from 1953 to 1955, and worked in transportation. He had worked for Matchbox Company and Lesney Products developing and engineering toy cars. In 1978, he emigrated to the United States with his family and worked for Watts Fluid Air until he retired in 1999. He was an avid golfer who spent most of his summers at Exeter Country Club. He enjoyed candlepin bowling and playing cards with his friends. His passion was his favorite soccer team in England, Arsenal F.C. A devoted father and granddad who enjoyed his three grandchildren.
He leaves one son, Kevin P. Doree and his wife, Joan M. Doree of North Yarmouth; one daughter, Michele M. Hogue and her husband, Timothy Hogue of Strafford, N.H.; three grandchildren, Griffin F. Doree, Brianna L. Hogue and Kaitlyn M. Hogue; one brother, David Doree and one sister, Susan Hancock both of England.
The funeral service took place Monday, in the Lucas & Eaton Funeral Home, York. Memorial contributions may be made to the York Hospital Oncology Treatment Center, 127 Long Sands Road, York, ME 03909
Vivian Ford
CAPE PORPOISE —Vivian Corrine Ford, 94, of Langsford Road, died the afternoon of June 11, 2006, at Harbor Point-Centerville, Cape Cod. She was born in Leominster, Mass., and attended schools in Quincy, Mass. After moving to Providence, R.I., she met and married her husband George E. Ford, in 1935. He died in October 2003.
For many years, she was a private secretary for Griggs & Browne Co. – Pest Control Operators in Worcester, Mass. She also was accomplished in all forms of sewing, braiding, crocheting, and knitting.
She was a member of The Women’s Guild of St. Martha’s Parish in Kennebunk.
She is survived by one son, George L. Ford of Worcester, Mass.; two daughters, Linda A. Bull of Worcester, Mass. and Meredith E. McNamara of West Yarmouth, Mass.; seven grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.
FORD, Vivian – A Mass of Christian Burial for Vivian Corrine Ford, was celebrated June 16, at St. Martha Church, Kennebunk. Burial alongside her husband followed in Arundel Cemetery, Kennebunkport.
Should friends desire, memorial donations may be made to St. Martha Church, PO Box 510, Kennebunk, ME 04043, in her memory
Arrangements under the direction of Bibber Memorial Chapel, Kennebunk.
Verna Green
SEABROOK, N.H. — Verna Bell Green, 83, died the early morning of June 18, 2006, at Peninsula Medical Center in Salisbury, MD following a short illness. She was born in West Lebanon, NH on July 8, 1922, the daughter of Charles L. and Emily Alice (Bliss) Emery.
She was the former owner and proprietor of V&R Ceramics in Putnam, Conn., and Heather’s Craft Shop in Island Falls, Maine. She was a certified ceramics teacher, and had taken courses from the Famous Artists Institute in Westport, Conn.
She was predeceased by her husband, Ralph C. Green in 1978; a daughter, Pamela Cross in 1981; a sister, Jacqueline Holden; her granddaughter, Natalie Green, and a brother.
Survivors include five sons, Andrew Green of Seabrook, N.H., Eric Green of Wells, Jason Green of Sanford, Gregory Green of Mount Pleasant, Minn.,
Scott Green of Sangerville, Maine; three daughters, Hope Entwistle of Spring, Texas, Colette Green of Marlboro, N.H., Heather Lemay of Girdletree, Md.;
two sisters, Shirley Dahill of Ossipee, N.H., Sandra Jillson of Athol, Mass.; 20 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held today at 11 a.m. at Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Road, Wells.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in her name to The American Heart Association, Memorial and Tribute Processing Center, PO Box 3049, Syracuse, NY 13220-3049.
Arrangements under the direction of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Road, Wells.
Blanche Ogilvie
WELLS — Blanche C. Ogilvie died June 15, 2006, at York Hospital with her daughter by her side.
She was born Feb. 28, 1916, in Rochester, Vt., to Frederick and Laura (Clegg) Cole.
She graduated from Randolph High School in Vermont, and obtained her RN from Gifford Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, also in Vermont.
Upon completion of her schooling, she studied surgery at Chicago’s Cook County Hospital from July-December 1939. She then served as assistant superintendent and chief operating room nurse at Gifford Memorial Hospital for 2 and a half years.
After coming to Maine, she worked in York, Goodall, Webber and Trull Hospitals. Usually private duty – especially in homes.
In 1949, after moving to Wells, she helped build, with her husband, Colleens’s Motor Court, which consisted of 11 small cottages, a six-room motel and its well-known landmark, the large lighthouse near the entrance.
Her hobbies included sewing, knitting, crocheting, crafts, gardening and traditional rug hooking.
She was predeceased by her husband, Stanley B. Ogilvie on Sept. 18, 2001. They were married for 58 years. She was also predeceased by three brothers and two sisters.
Surviving are one daughter, Colleen S. Ogilvie; one sister-in-law; and several nieces and nephews.
A graveside service was held Monday at Ocean View Cemetery, Wells, with the Rev. Patricia Smith officiating.
Arrangements under the direction of Bibber Memorial Chapel.
