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Arland Richard Burgess Sr.
RUMFORD -- Funeral services for Arland Richard Burgess Sr. were held on April 5, 2013 at the Meader & Son Funeral Home, with Fr. Robert Vaillancourt officiating.
Musical selections were Amazing Grace and The Lord’s Prayer. Readings were given by Rick and Robin Burgess. Prayer of the Faithful was recited by Nicole and Ryan Burgess. Heather and Amy Burgess recited poems. Eulogy was given by granddaughter, Crystal Burgess.
A reception followed at the American Legion in Rumford. Interment later in the spring will be in St John Cemetery.
Winifred (Winnie) Rudd Gilman
RUMFORD -- Winifred (Winnie) Rudd Gilman, 92, of West Peru, passed away at the Rumford Community Home on April 14, 2013 after a short illness.
She was born in Waterbury, VT on March 19, 1921, the daughter of William and Freda (Hande) Rudd. After graduating from Waterbury High School, Winnie attended Bay Bath Institute in Springfield, MA.
She married Kenneth Gilman in Waterbury, VT on August 24, 1946. They moved to West Peru in 1953. Although Winnie spent most of her life as a stay at home mom caring for her family, she did work for several years at the Maine National Bank in Dixfield.
In their younger years, Ken and Winnie enjoyed the winter months skiing with friends and family at Sunday River. Summers were often spent camping at Worthley Pond in Peru or Abbott’s Anchorage on Bryant Pond with occasional trips to Roach Pond in Kokajo. Winnie was a member of the West Peru Mother’s Club, the American Legion Women’s Auxiliary, and the Order of Eastern Star in Dixfield.
After Ken retired, he and Winnie would take seasonal RV trips to Florida with their dear friends Bob and Christine Eastman and Sherwood and Maggie Newton. Eventually, Ken and Winnie found summer havens at York and Wells beaches where they would spend the majority of their summers.
Their greatest enjoyment during these summers was hosting family, especially their young grandchildren, and taking day trips with Tom and Polly Murphy. Most of all, Winnie’s life centered around sharing times with her sons, their wives, and particularly her grandchildren Lindsay, David and William.
She is survived by her husband, Kenneth of West Peru, along with two sons and their families, Bob and his wife, Judy of Westbrook, their children, Lindsay Roskelley and her husband, Jake, David and his fiancée, Christina Flannery, and Gary and his wife, Patty of West Peru, and their son, William. She also maintained a very close relationship with her sister-in-law, Lorraine Gilman of Barre, VT, and the late Sam and Mary Ellen Parks of Waterbury, CT.
Winnie was predeceased by her parents, William and Freda, and grandson Jonathan.
Winnie will always be remembered by her family as a kind and caring mom and grandmother who held her family close to her heart and was extremely proud of all of their accomplishments.
The family would like to extend special thanks to Dr. Deluca, Rumford Community Home and Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice for their care and compassion.
Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday April 27 at the Demeritt Cemetery, Peru, with Rev. John Gensel officiating.
Edgar L. Marston
RUMFORD -- Edgar L. Marston, 88, of Peru, died on Apr. 11, 2013 at Rumford Hospital.
He was born April 27, 1924 in South Paris, the son of Leo and Emmaline (Harding) Marston. He was raised by Emmaline and Moses Bachelder Sr. He attended one-room schools and graduated from Stratton High School as valedictorian in 1942.
In 1943, he was drafted into the Army as one of the first teenagers from Franklin Country. During WWII, he served in the South Pacific in the 6th Army, 594th Engineer’s Boat and Shore Regiment COB, under General McArthur. After the war, he served in Japan occupational forces for a short time and was discharged from the Army in 1946.
He married Irene Taylor at the Rangeley Baptist Church on November 10, 1946. They lived in Eustis for about 4.5 years before moving to Peru, where they made their home. He was a devoted husband and father. He worked in wood turning mills in Stratton and Dixfield. He enjoyed raising his family and spending time with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. In his free time, he enjoyed wood working and fishing.
He accepted the Lord Jesus in 1955 and attended the Peru Baptist Church where he was a Sunday school teacher. He transferred to Mexico Baptist Church where he was on the board of trustees and Christian Board of Education. Then he transferred back to Peru Baptist Church where he again was a Sunday school teacher until 2012.
Survivors include siblings, Dorothea (Bachelder) Tyler and Lewis Bachelder; two sons, Joseph, and his wife, Laura of Wilton and Bruce and his wife, Susie of Auburn; six grandchildren, Ed Marston, Dorothy (Marston) Kinchen and her husband, Douglass Kinchen, Peter Marston, Isaac Marston, Thomas Marston and Elsie Marston; two great-grandchildren, Emily and Kaleb Kinchen.
He was predeceased by his wife of 60 years, Irene; his siblings, Catherine (Marston) Edwards, Earle Marston, Jennie (Marston) Chamberline, Moses Bachelder, Jr., Olive (Marston) St. Onge, and Mildred (Marston) Herrick.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Peru Baptist Church, 98 Main St., Peru, ME 04290, with Pastor Shepard Swain officiating. Interment with military honors will be held a 1 p.m. Thursday in the chapel at the Maine Veterans Cemetery, Mt. Vernon Rd., Augusta. Gifts may be given in Edgar’s memory to the Sunday School program at the Peru Baptist Church.
Kya Marie Houghton
PORTLAND -- Kya Marie Houghton, died on April 2, 2013 at Maine Medical Center.
She was born on April 2, 2013 to Patrick and Katie Houghton of Peru.
She is also survived by her grandparents, Peter and Judy Houghton Sr. and Arthur and Cynthia Manzer Jr.; many uncles and aunts; and lots of cousins.
Kya Marie left foot prints on our hearts. She was our daughter and a sister to Griffin. Kya meaning "diamond in the sky." Please know that one of our greatest blessings was having you. You will be forever loved.
Theodore “Teddy” Thibeault
LAWTELL, LA -- Theodore “Teddy” Thibeault, 96, died on April 4, 2013 in Lawtell, LA.
He was born in Jay on June 12, 1916, a son of Francois and Emelienne (Collette) Thibeault. Teddy attended Jay schools and at the age of 17 he entered the Merchant Marines. He was stationed in Port Arthur, TX and retired there.
He then moved on to Lawtell, LA to enjoy his retirement. Upon his visits to Maine, he would head to Livermore and Jay then to Mexico, where he stayed with his brother Fino. He enjoyed spending time at Dummer’s Beach where he would also visit his neighborhood friend, Anthony “Brass” Doiron.
He is survived by several nieces and nephews.
Teddy was predeceased by his first wife, Nancy and their son, Darrell; his second wife, Doris; brothers, Clarence of Livermore Falls,
Rapheno Sr. and Joe of Mexico, Frank of Athol, MA; and sisters, Mabel Beisaw of Wilton, Georgie Fuller of Livermore, and Eva
Farettie and Rose Therrien, both of Jay.
Bruce James Curato
RUMFORD -- A Mass of Christian Burial for Bruce James Curato, of Haverhill, MA and formerly of Rumford, was celebratedon December 15, 2012 at Parish of the Holy Savior, St. Athanasius–St. John Church, with Fr. Robert Vaillancourt as celebrant.
Altar assistant was Bernard Poirier. Organist was Mark Belanger. Readings were given by his niece, Lani Bisson and his nephew, Cory Beaudoin. Eulogy was given by his brother, Randy Curato. Gift presenters were his brother and wife, Michael Dane Curato and Marie Curato. Prayers of the Faithful were given by his brother, Michael Dane Curato.
Music selections were Hosea and Fly Like a Bird. Special music included Ave Maria, sung by his niece, Maria Beaudoin, and Amazing Grace by his sister, Carla Beaudoin on trumpet.
Interment in the spring will be at St. John Cemetery, Rumford. A reception followed in the Parish Hall of the church.
Arrangements were under the care of the Meader & Son Funeral Home, Rumford.
Bonita J. Zinck French
COOLIDGE, AZ -- Bonita J. Zinck French, 62, died on Jan. 8, 2013 in Mericopa, AZ at the home of her youngest daughter, Hannah French Bowman after a courageous battle with cancer. She resided in Coolidge, AZ.
Bonnie was born in Rumford to John A. and Lorraine Canders Zinck. She attended Rumford schools and graduated from Stephens High School in 1967. She attended St. Francis College in Biddeford, and graduated with a degree in nursing. She furthered her education while working as an RN.
She is survived by an Uncle Henry and Aunt MaryLou Zinck and many cousins; four children, Amy (Revell), Adam and Jeffrey Guida and Hannah French Bowman; her grandchildren; and two sisters, Darlene (Lacy) Myers and Rolina (Ritchie) Mulkern. She will be sadly missed by her canine companions and longtime friends, Virginia (Phelps) Weinhold and Marlene Bradley, along with many colleagues.
She was predeceased by her parents John and Lorraine Zinck.
John “Harry” Hanson
PORT ST. LUCIE, FL -- John “Harry” Hanson, 76, passed away on Feb. 18, 2013 in Port St. Lucie, FL.
Harry was born on Aug. 31, 1936 in Dixfield and he resided in Port St. Lucie, FL for 20 years, coming from Heidelberg, Germany.
He was a certified golf course superintendent at Miles Grant Country Club. Harry belonged to Holy Family Catholic Church in Port St Lucie.
Survivors include his wife of 51 years, Ann Hanson of Port St Lucie; his five daughters, Carol Cunningham of Rochester, NY, Rita Hanson of Odessa, MO, Mary Hanson of Odessa, MO, Rose Neel of Winchester, MA,Rae Hanson of Orlando, FL; a brother, William Hanson of Port St Lucie; and a sister, Margaret Whitney of Bangor.
Susan Barbour Knight
RUMFORD -- A funeral service celebrating the life of Susan Barbour Knight of Dixfield was held on January 25, 2013 at the Meader & Son Funeral Home, with Pastor John Gensel officiating.
Eulogy was given by her sister-in-law, Kathy Grande.
A reception followed at the Napoleon Ouellette Post #24 American Legion in Rumford.
Interment in the spring will be in the Greenwood cemetery in Dixfield.
Harriet G. Kowalzyk
RUMFORD -- A Mass of Christian Burial honoring the life of Harriet G Kowalzyk was celebrated on January 25, 2013 at Parish of the Holy Savior.
Fr. Robert Vaillancourt was the celebrant. Bernard Poirier was the altar server. Mark Belanger was the organist. Guest soloist was Maura Gwyer, who sang Hosea, Ave Maria, and the Responsorial Psalm. Music selections were Be not Afraid, You are Mine, and How Great Thou Art. The Old Testament was proclaimed by grandson, Andrew Mullen. The New Testament was proclaimed by grandson, Christopher Turgeon. Prayer of the Faithful was offered by granddaughter, Laurie Simpson. Offertory gifts were presented by Kirk and Jennifer Turgeon and their children, Riley, Reece, and Ronan. Personal reflections were shared by son-in-law, Donald Desroches. Personal reflections and a poem were shared by son-in-law, Richard Mullen.
Pallbearers were Grandchildren Laurie Simpson, Peter Desroches, Christopher Turgeon, Kirk Turgeon, Andrew Mullen, Patrick Mullen, Thaddeus Mullen, and Jeffery Giroux.
Spring Interment will be in Saint John Cemetery. A reception served by the Daughters of Isabella was in the Parish Hall.
Services were under the care and guidance of SG Thibault Funeral Home, Rumford.
Carol L. Buck
RUMFORD -- Carol L. Buck, 80, of Mexico, died on August 9, 2012 at the Rumford Hospital..
She was born in Berlin, NH on October 8, 1931, a daughter of Frank and Ethelyn (Dudley) Vashaw. She had attended schools in Stewartstown Hollow, NH.
She worked at Bethel Furniture in Bethel for many years until retirement.
She was married in Colebrook, NH on April 7, 1962 to Floyd R. Buck who died in Lewiston on February 8, 2003.
Survivors include daughters, Barbara Dyke and husband, Henry of Lebanon, R. “Deelight” Zitzelberger and husband, Ken of Rumford, and Robin Ladisheff and husband, Chris of Rochester, NH; son, Kim Buck of Auburn; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; sister, Doris Powers of Auburn; brother, Norman Vashaw and wife, Mildred of Canton; and many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by many siblings and children.
Barbara “Bobbie” Stewart Bentley
VIRGINIA -- Barbara “Bobbie” Stewart Bentley, 84, went home to The Lord on April 16, 2013.
Bobbie was born August 11, 1928 in Rumford. She graduated from Rumford’s Stephens High School in 1946 and then attended the University of Maine at Orono.
After graduation in 1950, she moved to New York City where she worked in local theatre and later as an airline stewardess with Capitol Airlines.
In 1956, Bobbie and Bill Bentley, a 1953 graduate of the US Naval Academy, were married in Norfolk, VA and after many years of Navy life, in 1979, they settled in Virginia Beach. Since 1967, they have also maintained a family “camp” on Birches Beach Road on Mooselookmeguntic Lake.
In retirement, she enjoyed travel and Elderhostels, especially Intergenerational Elderhostels with her grandchildren, but most of all, Bobbie cherished her time with family and her role as “Camp Mom.” She loved being at camp on Mooselook, being with our Maine friends, enjoying walks on Birches Beach Road, and the lake life.
Bobbie was preceded in death by her parents, Clinton and Lena Stewart of Rumford.
She is survived by her husband, Capt. William “Bill” Cooke Bentley, USN (ret.); her daughter, Lisa B. Chud and husband, Samuel J. Chud of Newtown, PA; two sons, William (Bud) Bentley and his wife, Kathie Currier-Bentley of Yardley, PA, and David S. Bentley of Virginia Beach, VA; and eight loving grandchildren: Jordan, Jared, Justin, Joshua and Lindsay Chud, all of Newtown, PA, and Chelsea, Cameron and Tucker Bentley, all of Yardley, PA.
A memorial service was held at St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church in Virginia Beach on April 20. An internment will be held at the U.S. Naval Academy later this spring.
Jerome C. “Jerry” Kidder
DIXFIELD – Funeral services for Jerome C. “Jerry” Kidder of Dixfield were held on November 24, 2012 at the Meader & Son Funeral Home, with Pastor Ira Hall officiating.
Musical Selections were Cherry Cherry and Sweet Caroline by Neil Diamond. Words of remembrance were given by Patty Barajas, Geraldine Thibodeau and Denise Kidder. Military honors were provided by the Maine Military Funeral Honors Program from Augusta.
Interment was in the East Peru Cemetery, Peru.
Roland A. Pelletier Sr.
RUMFORD -- A Mass of Christian Burial for Roland A. Pelletier Sr. of Rumford, was celebrated on January 30, 2013 at Parish of the Holy Savior, St. Athanasius–St. John Church, with the Rev. Fr. Robert Vaillancourt as celebrant.
Altar Assistant was Bernard Poirier and organist was Mark Belanger. Prelude song was Wind Beneath My Wings. Opening song was On Eagle’s Wings, offertory song was Amazing Grace, communion song was Ave Maria, and postlude song was Fly Like a Bird.
Proclaiming the readings was from the old testament by granddaughter Ashley Pelletier and from the new testament by grandson Michael Pelletier. Prayers of the faithful were proclaimed by grandchildren Wendy Voter and Nicole Burgess. Presentation of the gifts were given by his children, Paul Pelletier, Roland Pelletier, Jr., Georgette Hodgson, Lorraine Milligan, Kathleen Voter and Margaret Hardy. Eulogy was given by grandchildren Kristen Lewis-King and Julie Burgess.
Pall bearers were family members Thomas Pelletier, Michael Pelletier, Jerry Pelletier, Scott Voter, Patrick Milligan, Matthew Hodgson, Joseph Hardy, and T.J. Burgess.
A reception followed the services at the Rumford American Legion Hall. Military Honors were given by the Maine Military Funeral Honors Program, Augusta. Interment in the spring will be at St. John Cemetery, Rumford.
Arrangements were under the care of the Meader & Son Funeral Home, Rumford.
