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Thomas W. Welch, Jr.
FARMINGTON -- Thomas W. Welch, Jr., 80, of Farmington died on April 1, 2012 due to the chronic effects of his cardiovascular disease.
He was born in Mexico on June 4, 1931. Thomas graduated from Mexico High School class of 1948, and Husson College in 1959 earning his business degree.
He owned Porter Equipment Inc. for 30 years. After selling the business, he volunteered his services to local businesses moving equipment with his service truck. He is a past member of the Farmington Elks Club, Maine Lodge AF&AM (Shriners), and Northern Masonic Jurisdiction, an honorary Member of the Farmington Legion, Fraternal Order of the Eagles, and the West Farmington Fire Department. He enjoyed gardening, playing with his tractors, playing cards, cruising, cutting his wood lots and other outdoor activities. He enjoyed making furniture and reading.
He is survived by his wife, Lorrie; children, Daniel and his wife, Julie, and Judy Welch MD (Perkins) and her husband, Anson; a brother, George Welch and wife, Pauline; three sisters, Virginia Jones and husband, Donsworth, Sally Hutchinson and husband, Leon, and Joyce Welch; step-daughter, Kelly-Jo Levasseur and her husband, Daniel; grandchildren, Daniel Jay, Marissa Welch, Benjamin and Elisabeth Perkins, Chelsea and Evan Levasseur, Roland Tyler and Brian Young; and great-grandchildren, Daniel Shane Welch, Roger Young and Davnee Tyler.
He is predeceased by his parents, Thomas and Sylvia Welch; his first wife, Janet Hinkley Welch; and step-daughter, Sara-Jane Tyler.
Dorothy M. White
AUBURN -- Dorothy M. White, 95, of Rumford died Saturday April 14, 2012 at the Auburn Residential Care in Auburn, ME.
She was born in Mexico on Jan. 4, 1917, the daughter of David and Elizabeth (Knauer) White. She graduated from Mexico High School Class of 1934.
Dorothy worked at the South Portland Shipyard during WWII. Following the war, she waitressed and was a hostess at restaurants in Portland including the Roma Café, Vallees Steak House and Theodore’s Restaurant to name a few. She moved back to the Rumford/Mexico area in 1980 until 2006 when she moved to the Auburn Residential Care.
Survivors include a son, John White and his wife, Constance of Cumberland Center; a grandson, Michael White and his wife, Karen of Plymouth, MA; a granddaughter, Pamela (White) MacDonald and her husband, Tom of North Reading, MA; a great-grandson, Jared MacDonald; a great-granddaughter, Katelyn MacDonald of North Reading, MA; a nephew, Gary Wing and wife, Maureen of Medford, MA; a nephew, James Austin and his fiancee, Jeanne MacDonald of Rumford.
She was predeceased by two sisters, Barbara Wing and Eleanor Austin.
The family would like to express their deepest appreciation to all the staff at Auburn Residential Care for the loving care Dorothy received these last six years.
Ellie (Lenny) Dugay Breau
CONCORD, NH -- Ellie (Lenny) Dugay Breau, 82, formerly of Rumford, died on March 24, 2012 at Pleasant View Nursing Home in Concord, NH.
She was born in Rumford on August 20, 1930 to James and Angelina Gallant Dugay. She attended Rumford schools and Stephens High School.
On Jan. 1, 1951, she married Rene Breau of Mexico. Together, they raised six children while living in Penacook, NH.
Lenny was a true caregiver who was a second mother to many children in the community as they attended her daycare program. This launched her career in elder care which gave her opportunity to travel with her clients.
Lenny enjoyed entertaining, had a beautiful voice was especially proud that she was recruited to sing while onboard a cruise ship. Her talents also included cooking and management of the Palace Restaurant in Penacook, NH. She spoke fondly and proudly of her six children, many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Survivors include a sister, Pat Veillette of Shelton, CT; children, Kathleen Geary of Penacook, NH, James Dugay of Virginia, and David, Patrick, Mike and Cathy Breau, all of the Penacook/Concord area.
Mass will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Penacook, NH. Friends and family will gather at Allen's Restaurant following the service.
Steven D. Marston Sr.
MEXICO -- Funeral services for Steven D. Marston Sr. will be held at 1 p.m. on Friday in Farrington Morton Cemetery, with Rev. Eva Thompson officiating.
(Fri, May 11, 2012)
Joseph Louis Giroux
SCARBOROUGH -- Joseph Louis Giroux, 93, died on May 2, 2012 after a brief illness, while in hospice care in Scarborough.
He was born on April 25, 1919, one of ten children of the late Edouard and Evangeline (Desrosiers) Giroux of Rumford. He graduated from Stephens High School in Rumford in 1938.
As a member of the “Greatest Generation,” he joined the Maine National Guard. When the war with Japan broke out in 1941, he enlisted in the United States Army, 103rd Infantry, Company B.
He married Ella Deraspe of Mexico on March 14, 1942 in Hattisburg, Mississippi before being shipped to the Philippine Islands and Guadal-Canal in the Solomon Islands, New Guinea, and New Zealand for the duration of the war in the South Pacific Theater. During his service to our country, Louis received the Purple Heart for wounds received in battle, the Silver Star for his gallantry in combat in Luzon, the Bronze Star for valor, the Asiatic-Pacific Theater Campaign ribbon with three battle stars, the Good Conduct Medal, the Pre-Pearl Harbor ribbon, several campaign bars, and the State of Maine Five Star Honorable Service Medal. After the war, he and his bride made their home in Mexico, where in 1947, they were blessed with a set of twin boys, Timothy, of Mexico, now deceased, and his twin brother, Thomas, of West Palm Beach, FL; and in 1948, another set of twins, Douglas, living in Madawaska, with his wife, Pauline, and his daughter, Delores (Mrs. Ricky Brunette) of Scarborough, and in 1961, a daughter, Pamela Jean, also deceased. His wife of 48 years passed away in 1990.
In addition to his three remaining children, he is survived by his sister, Alfreda Arsenault of Rumford; his sister-in-law, Evelyn Deraspe Arbor of Mexico; five grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews who consider him their favorite uncle.
After 36 years, he retired from the U.S. Postal Service at the age of 59, and spent his retirement years
hunting
, fishing, caring for his annual vegetable garden and creating hundreds of beautiful stained glass treasures in his basement workshop. He was an excellent carpenter, and a member of the Rumford/Mexico Horseshoe Club. He was a lifelong communicant of St Theresa’s Parish in Mexico.
Visiting hours will be held May 9, 2012 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at S.G. Thibault Funeral Home, 250 Penobscot St, Rumford. A mass of Christian Burial will follow at noon at Parish of the Holy Savior. Private Interment will be in the Old Maine Veterans Memorial cemetery in Augusta.
Gary Anthony Cormier
PALMDALE, CA -- Gary Anthony Cormier, 57, a native of Rumford and resident of Palmdale, CA, went to be with his Lord Jesus on March 29, 2012. At the time of his passing Gary was in his home, surrounded by many who loved him dearly.
He was born at the Rumford Community Hospital on May 25, 1954, the third son of the late Arthur J. Cormier, Jr. and his wife, Charlene Thompson Cormier, who resides in Rumford.
When Gary came into this world he was three years behind his brother, Michael, who resides with his wife, Starr in North Hollywood, CA, and 11 months behind his brother Eddie, who lives in Rochester, NH with his wife, Brenda.
Gary had a big dream at a very young age of being on the radio. After attending Rumford schools and graduating from Rumford High School in 1972, he started his career at the local AM station, WRUM. He moved on to become a well-known radio personality in New England on such stations as "The Eagle" in Auburn, WMOU in Berlin and WZPK "the Peak" at Mt. Washington.
Gary moved to Virginia in 1997, where he continued to display his radio talent on WYYD in the Lynchburg-Roanoke area for a few years before moving to Antelope Valley in California and a station in the high desert, KCEL.
The most important event in Gary's life came in October of 1972 when he was born again into a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. The impact of that moment remained in his heart from that time on, through good times as well as hard times. He could even be heard in the hospital hallways, telling anyone who would listen about his faith in Jesus. Those who were privileged to witness his passing and to hear his last words spoken on this earth were blessed to see him raise his arms and to speak the words,"Praise You, Jesus."
Those friends he loved to roller skate with at the Mexico rink in the late 60's; those loved ones he shared his music, his laughter and his tears, and his dry sense of humor with; those who crossed his path but for only an instant, such as the homeless man in Atlanta, the angel lady at the garage sale and many others whom only Gary knew.
In addition to Mike and Eddie, those mourning Gary's passing and yet rejoicing in his eternal life include his mother, Charlene Thompson Cormier of Rumford; brother, Tim and his wife, Jean, sister, Regina Child and her husband, John, brother, Andy and his fiancee, Debbie, and sister, Martha Moulton and her husband, Richard, all of Rumford, and sister, Maryann Williams and husband, John of Appomattox VA; Aunt Gloria Sites of Sabattus; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends from all over. His departure is mourned by his best and longtime friend, Bill Oliver of Palmdale, whom Gary considered another brother.
The love and care he showed to Gary especially during the last four-plus years can never be fully appreciated. It was miraculous. The entire Cormier family acknowledges and extends the deepest thank you to Bill, whom we could never repay for all that he did for our beloved Gary. We, too have taken him in our hearts and call him brother.
A memorial service will be announced in the future in the Rumford Falls Times.
Robert (Bob) Bouchard
REGION -- Robert (Bob) Bouchard, 68, loving husband, father and grandfather was taken by the Angels on April 2, 2012.
He was born in Rumford on April 12, 1943 to Priscilla (Putty) Blaisdell and Alfred Bouchard.
For 47 years, he was a very loving partner to his wife, Theresa Sylvester (Terry), who deeply misses him. Bob was beginning to enjoy retirement; time for him, them, and family.
Bob was a welder for the Cianbro Corp. for 25 years and was looked up to by many for his reputation as a hard, dedicated worker. He had recently retired in 2011. His passions in life were music, welding, working around the house with Terry. In addition, he was willing to help others, especially his mother, sisters, and friends.
He is survived by his wife, Terry; son, Patrick and wife, Krissy; two grandsons, Alec and Nick; his mother; and four sisters, Penny McDonald, Debra, Cindy and Pam Blaisdell; and many nieces and nephews, all of whom he loved dearly; and a special friend of 52 years, Bob Hamel.
Bob will be welcomed “home” by his father Alfred; younger sister, Carol Grassi; and brother, David Bouchard.
Thomas P. Theriault
MEXICO -- Thomas P. Theriault, 61, died on February 14, 2011 at his residence on Roxbury Road in Mexico.
Born in Rumford on September 15, 1949, he was a son of Philip and Theresa (LeBlanc) Theriault. He was a graduate of Stephens High School with the Class of 1967. He was also a graduate of Maine Maritime Academy. He was a Third Engineer with the Merchant Marines.
Thomas was a member of Rumford Falls Aerie #1248, FOE, BPOE #862, Elks, Napoleon Ouellette Post #24, American Legion, LeParesseux Snowshoe Club. He was a communicant of St. Athanasius–St. John Church. He was an avid sports fan.
He was married in Rangeley on September 16, 1995 to Ellie F. McCann, who survives of Mexico. Other survivors include his mother, Theresa Theriault of Rumford; a step son, Dan McCann of Gray; granddaughter, Tasia McCann of Gray; sisters, Sandra Drapeau and her husband, Jim of Mexico, Kathy Brooks and her husband, Randy of Peru; brothers, Tim Theriault of Boston, and Peter Theriault of Alna; and many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his father, Philip Theriault.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday at St. Athanasius-St. John Church in Rumford. Interment in the spring will be in St John Cemetery, Rumford. Friends are invited to call at the Meader & Son Funeral Home, 3 Franklin St., Rumford on Thursday from 6-8 p.m. Visitation at 6:30 p.m. by Napoleon Ouellette Post #24, American Legion, 7 p.m. BPOE #862, Elks. Those who desire may contribute to the American Diabetes Association, 330 Congress St., Suite 50, Boston, MA 02210-1258 in his memory.
Beatrice E. Daigle
RUMFORD -- Beatrice E. Daigle, 90, a longtime resident of Grandview Apartments in Mexico, died on March 27, 2012 at Rumford Hospital.
Born in Wilton on May 24, 1921, she was a daughter of Everett H. Moore and Agnes Kates. Beatrice attended school in Wilton.
She worked in Wilton for many years and then met and married Joesph A. Daigle of Rumford. Together they made their lives and raised their children in Rumford, where Bea lived until three years ago when she moved up on Rollins Ridge in East Dixfield to be with her daughter, Sally.
Beatrice had two children, Sally of East Dixfield and Joseph, Jr. of Livermore Falls.
There will be a celebration of Bea's life at 2 p.m. this Friday at the Sons of Italy in Rumford.
Beatrice E. Daigle
RUMFORD -- A Graveside Burial Service will be held for Beatrice E. Daigle in St. John's cemetery at noon Friday when she will be laid to rest with the love of her life, Joseph A. Daigle.
Beatrice passed away March 27, 2012 in Rumford Hospital following a short illness.
Mark A. Searles
CARTHAGE -- Mark A. Searles, 57, of Carthage, died unexpectedly on March 31, 2012, at his home in Carthage.
He was born on May 6, 1954, in Farmington, a son of Harvey and Salome (Chandler) Searles Sr. He attended local schools, graduating from Mt. Blue High School in Farmington. He later earned an associate’s degree in Small Engine Repair from the technical college in Presque Isle.
Mark most recently had been a truck driver, working part time for Clint Bradbury in Dixfield. He had previously worked at Forster Mfg. in East Wilton, Timberlands and as an independent logger.
He served on the Carthage Volunteer Fire Dept. and was passionate about the outdoors. He loved camping,
hunting and fishing.
He is survived by his mother, Salome Searles of Chesterville; his wife, Sylvia Newton of Carthage, whom he married on Sept. 29, 1990 in Wilton; step-children, Cynthia “Cindy” Snell and her husband, John of Mexico, Christine Cochran and her husband, Keith of Carthage, Neil Harkness and his wife, Jennifer of OH, Crystal Federenko and her husband, Virgil of Minnesota, and Amanda Putnam and her husband, Ryan of Peru; siblings, Harvey Searles, Jr. and his wife, Anna of New Sharon, Sally Richards and her husband, Albert of Iowa, Stanley Searles of Chesterville, Charlotte Plummer of Mexico, Linda Dunham and her husband, Kevin of Farmington, Dale Searles of Farmington, and Paul Searles and his wife, Angelita of North Carolina; and 13 step-grandchildren.
He was predeceased by his father, Harvey Searles Sr. in June 2004; and infant twin brothers.
Marcelle E. “Marcy” Libby
FARMINGTON -- Marcelle E. “Marcy” Libby, 82, died on March 27, 2012 at the Franklin Memorial Hospital in Farmington. She resided in Fayette for the past eight years with her daughter, Rosette.
Born in Auburn on August 13, 1929, she was a daughter of Mildred Libby. She was a graduate of Stratton High School.
For 35 years she worked in Nebraska as a groom and stable hand with Thoroughbred Horses. She was a long time volunteer for Franklin County Soil and Water.
Survivors include two daughters, Rosetta Thompson of Fayette and Gloria Sedlacek of Ames Nebraska; four sons, Robin Henderson and wife, Diane of Steep Falls, Larry Henderson of Rumford, Kim Henderson and wife. Wendy of Peru, James Henderson and wife. Nanette of Rochester, NH; 11 grandchildren and many great-grandchildren.
She was predeceased by a son, Shawn; and a grandson, Shane.
Gayle L. Butler
AUGUSTA -- Gayle L. Butler, 64, of Rumford, died on March 11, 2012 at the VA Medical Center Hospice Unit.
He was born in Rumford on Dec. 17, 1946, the son of Leon and Lucille "Tullos" Butler. He grew up in Rumford and attended Rumford schools.
He worked briefly as a dishwasher at the Chicken Coop in Mexico. He served in the Marine Corps from Feb. 26, 1968 to July 25, 1968.
He was a longtime member of American Legion Post 24 and the Beacon House Social Club/Peer Center. Gayle enjoyed walking and being outdoors, and had a talent for singing and poem writing. He will be sadly missed by his "Island family."
He is survived by a sister, Cheryl Getchell and her husband, Russell of Auburn; and a brother, Leonard Butler of Zanesville, OH.
He was predeceased by his parents; and two brothers, Willie and Ralph Butler.
Graveside services will be held in the spring at Greenwood Cemetery, date to be announced.
Kathleen "Kay" Barker
DIXFIELD -- Kathleen "Kay" Barker, 83, of Dixfield, passed away peacefully with her daughters by her side on March 29, 2012 at her home in Dixfield.
She was born on June 26, 1928 in Rumford Corner, the daughter of Ethel and Llewellyn Buck.
On July 10, 1976 she married her beloved Roland C. Barker at the American Legion in Dixfield.
She was an amazing and strong woman, who would do anything for anyone. She was a devoted, loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother and friend.
She worked as a cook at The Corner Lunch, Freddy's, and Sally's Diner. She also delivered newspapers for many years with her husband Roland for the Sun-Journal. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary Post #100, where she held multiple offices. She was a member of the Grange, which she also enjoyed.
An avid bingo and cribbage player, she enjoyed crocheting, jigsaw puzzles and word books. She loved watching the Patriots, Red Sox, Celtics, and WWF. She loved any time spent with family and friends.
She is survived by her daughters, Tammy and Linda Pingree, both of Dixfield; a special son-in-law, Herb Courtney of Dixfield; grandchildren, Brian, Robert, Jr., April, Susan, Ashley, Terry, Jeff, Kevin, Scott, Amy and Jocelyn; great-grandchildren, Alayna, Annabelle, Peyton, Mackenzie, Ethyn, Allexys, Kayla, Tessa, Dalton, Jayden and Jazmine; and sisters, Thelma McKenna and Charlotte Rose.
She was predeceased by her parents; her husband, Roland; a son, Robert Pingree Sr.; a sister, Ester Knapp; and brothers, Elbridge and Floyd Buck.
Kay was loved by all and will be missed by many. "Always loved and never forgotten." The family extends special thanks to Androscoggin Home Care and Hospice and Elsmore-Dixfield Center; and extra special thanks to Dr. Callender, Nikki, Bonnie, Laura, Rev. John Gensel and others who made her final days more comfortable.
