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Edythe Marion Ellig
August 17, 2010
Kennebunkport
Edythe M. Ellig, 93 years of Maine Street, passed away at Southern Maine Medical Center in Biddeford on Tuesday, August 17, 2010.
She was born in Philadelphia, PA on September 19, 1916 the only child of Aage and Marion (Mortensen) Hedegaard.
Edythe grew up in the Philadelphia area and graduated from Teaneck High School in Teaneck, NJ. She went on to receive her teaching degree from Paterson State Teacher's College in Paterson, NJ.
In 1938 she married Luis T. Runge and they enjoyed 42 years of marriage until his death in 1980. They resided in Ridgewood, NJ where they raised their family until moving to Kennebunkport in 1971. She later married Frank Ellig, who passed away in 2008.
She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star in New Jersey and also a member of the Maine Chapter of P.E.O. International (Philanthropic Educational Organization) for Women. Edythe was an avid bird watcher, she enjoyed playing bridge, knitting and embroidery, singing, traveling and especially enjoyed her many dogs and cats over the years.
Besides her late husbands, she was also predeceased by her son-in-law Dr. William M. Griffin who passed away in 2001.
She is survived by a son Paul Runge and his wife Maryellen of Orinda, CA and her daughter Merrilyn Griffin of Wellington, FL.
There are no calling hours. A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 28, 2010 at 11AM at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 2 Lord Street, Kennebunk, ME.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Edythe's memory can be made to Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 2 Lord Street, Kennebunk, ME 04043 or The Animal Welfare Society, PO Box 43, West Kennebunk, ME 04094.
Elaine Barbara Hodsdon
October 03, 2010
Berwick
Elaine Barbara (Kimball) Hodsdon, 67, died Sunday evening, October 3, 2010 from complications of her fourth courageous battle with cancer.
She was born April 13, 1943 in Rochester, NH, daughter of Verne I. and Jennie (Barber) Kimball. Graduated Berwick High School class of 1961. Elaine was a lifelong resident of Berwick.
She met her husband Ray
of 47 years on a blind date in 1961, and married on April 13, 1963. They had one son Andrew, her pride and joy.
Elaine was a CNA, private duty nurse and site coordinator for Meals on Wheels. She was an active woman involved in many groups. Past president of Berwick evening extension, member of Pathfinders snowmobile club. Co-coordinator of Berwick volunteer program with the elementary school. Teacher’s Aide, Trustee representative Gleaners’ group, Support program with TIPS of Strafford Learning Center, volunteered with little league and Noble squires. As a previous member of the Berwick Methodist Church, she was an original founding member of the Table Of Plenty and organized annual yard sales.
Elaine enjoyed a true passion for writing and sharing her writings with others. She was involved in writing, poetry groups and workshops which include Life’s Images and Nature Talks. Elaine touched lives of many children close to her with her weekly nature writings. Photography was also a hobby she enjoyed and excelled at, winning many ribbons and awards.
She and Ray decorated their home many years during the holidays and received several awards, best of show twice and best of the best once. It was beautiful. She took great pride in her home and family.
Most recently Elaine was involved with Center for Wildlife. She rescued and transported many animals in need.
She leaves behind her animals, horse Thyra, appaloosa mare 33 years old, cats Mittens and Scamp, and dog Misty she and Ray adopted while visiting Kentucky in 2002.
She is survived by her husband of 47 years Ray F. Hodsdon; son Andrew and wife Tamara Hodsdon; 2 Grandchildren that she was so proud of, Alexander and Jillian Hodsdon; 1 brother Robert and wife Nancy Kimball all of Berwick; brother-in-law Roscoe and wife Lorrie Hodsdon of Frye, ME; sister-in-law Earlene Rosenberg of Bryant Pond, ME, and sister-in-law Karen Hodsdon of Frye, ME; many cousins, nieces and nephews.
There are no calling hours. A Graveside Service will be held on Saturday, October 16, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Evergreen Cemetery, Berwick.
Per Elaine’s request donations can be made to your favorite animal charity or the Center for Wildlife, PO Box 620, Cape Neddick, ME 03902.
Elizabeth Ann Rouleau
November 02, 2010
Rochester
Rochester, NH - Elizabeth Ann Rouleau, 66, of Salmon Falls Road, died Tuesday, November 2, 2010 at Frisbie Memorial Hospital. She was born in Rochester on April 7, 1944, a daughter of George and Viola Frances (Randall) Gagne. She grew up in Rochester, and graduated from Spaulding High School.
Elizabeth held a variety of jobs over the years, including shoe manufacturing, waitressing, and beautician. Following this, she began a 25 year career as a machinist at Jarvis Cutting Tools.
She enjoyed traveling, playing Bingo, and collecting angels. She was a member of Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church and was very passionate about her faith. Elizabeth was a volunteer with The American Lung Association, and would give presentations to school children on the danger of cigarettes and other tobaccos.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her infant son, Shawn Tanner.
Survivors include two sons, Chris David Tanner (Sheri) of Oxford ME, Joseph Rouleau (Carrie) of Berwick; her daughter, Laurie Poorman (David) of Milton, NH; her brother, David Gagne (Norma) of Alexandria, NH; 7 grandchildren: Anthony, Patience, Skyler, Emma, Cassie, Kurt and Robert; 6 great-grandchildren: Brianna, Gaven, Aiden, Connor, Lexi and Cayden.
Memorial visitation will be on Friday, November 5, 2010 from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Laing-Bibber Funeral Chapel, 36 Rochester Street, Berwick, followed by a Memorial Mass at 12 noon at Our Lady of the Angels Parish/Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 25 Saw Mill Hill, Berwick. Burial will follow in Cold Springs Cemetery, East Rochester, NH. The family encourages memorial donations in her memory to: Cocheco Valley Humane Society, 262 County Farm Road, Dover, NH 03820; or Our Lady of the Angels Parish/Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, PO Box 993, Berwick, ME 03901. Arrangements are in care of Laing-Bibber Funeral Chapel.
Elizabeth S. Russell
April 24, 2010
Goose Rocks Beach, Kennebunkport, Maine
Elizabeth S. Russell of Goose Rocks Beach, Kennebunkport, Maine died peacefully on Saturday, April 24, 2010 at The Monarch Center in Saco from complications of dementia, the culmination of a nine year struggle.
Betty was born on August 8th, 1934 in Washington, D.C. to Henrietta A. and Martin A. Schubert. Her mother died when she was 11, and she was raised by her loving father. Betty graduated from Holy Cross Academy in 1952 and attended Immaculata Jr. College in Washington, D.C.
In March, 1958 she met Robert P. Russell on a blind date and they were married in November of the same year. Their marriage of over 51 years was as beautiful and loving as any marriage could be …a case of mutual adoration.
The only source of disagreement was baseball. Bob is a real fan. Betty was not. They didn’t have such disagreements when it came to football. They were season ticket holders to the Washington Redskins in the early 1960’s and continue to root for them to this day.
Their loving marriage produced a loving family. Betty is survived by her adoring husband Bob; 3 daughters, Pamela R. Lawler and her husband, Michael of Glastonbury, CT, Elizabeth A. Russell and her boyfriend Lee Phillips of Cape Porpoise, and Suzanne R. Spaulding and her husband Jack of Portsmouth, NH; and a son, Robert C. Russell and his wife Julie of Kennebunk Beach.
She is also survived by 5 grandchildren, Katharine and Sarah Lawler, Margaret G. Russell, and Robert and William Rollins. Betty was predeceased by her firstborn child, Margaret A. Russell, in 1969.
Betty was a two-time cancer survivor: Breast cancer in 1976 and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma in 2001, the treatment for which lead to a stem cell transplant in early 2002.
She was an exceptional mother to her children and a loving and supportive wife. She loved being a mother and homemaker. She was always involved in her children’s activities and relished in the fun and challenges of home decorating. She had plenty of experience as Bob’s career in sales kept them on the move: Arlington, VA; Bowie, MD; Allendale, NJ; Alexandria, VA; Cohasset, MA and finally Kennebunkport in 1987. All stops were good locals for “Early American” antique furniture. Betty never allowed Bob to pass a sign that read “ANTIQUES”.
Arriving in Kennebunkport for year-round living in 1987, Betty spent over 10 years working at Dock Square Clothiers. Here she was able to pursue her second passion – collecting “outfits”. Betty was responsible for the inventory and, as such, was the first in the store to open, inspect and choose for herself from the new merchandise that arrived daily. She leaves 4 closets full of clothes, one for every season.
Betty’s other favorite activities included walking on beautiful Goose Rocks Beach and gardening. She never walked the beach without saying “I love this place. I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else.” She was an avid gardener and a member of the Seacoast Garden Club. Betty was also active in the Kennebunkport Historical Society, serving as a board member and as a docent at the Society’s Nott House for several years. She participated with her husband as a volunteer for the local food pantry and was a communicant at St. Martha’s Catholic Church, with a devotion to Mary, The Blessed Mother.
Betty fought her disease with everything she had – a strong faith in God, courage, determination, and for the most part, a smile on her face. She will be terribly missed.
The family would like to thank everyone at the Monarch Center for their exceptional and loving care of Betty. Our gratitude will last forever.
The family would also like to express our sincere thanks to the staff of Beacon Hospice for their care and compassion during Betty’s final weeks.
Friends may call from 6-8 pm on Tuesday, April 27 at Bibber Memorial Chapel, 67 Summer Street, Kennebunk, ME. A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11 am on Wednesday, April 28 at Holy Spirit Parish, St. Martha’s Church, Kennebunk, ME. Interment will follow at a later date in Hope cemetery in Kennebunk.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Cancer Community Center, 778 Main Street, South Portland, Maine 04106. www.cancercommunitycenter.org
Arrangements are in care of Bibber Memorial Chapel.
Estelle Marie O'Connell
November 11, 2010
Joliet, IL
Estelle Marie O’Connell, 93, of Joliet, died Thursday, November 11, 2010 at Provena Villa Franciscan Nursing Home in Joliet. She was born in Berwick, ME on October 1, 1917, the daughter of James Gilman and Stella (Burke) Jones.
She grew up and was educated in Berwick, graduating from the former Berwick High School, class of 1936.
In the mid 1950’s Estelle moved to Indiana for nine years before settling in Joliet. She worked as a Teacher’s Aide at both Joliet East & West High Schools before retiring at age 82. In her spare time, she enjoyed bowling, golf, attending sporting events, sewing, scrabble and crossword puzzles.
She was predeceased by her husband, Dale G. O’Connell, Sr.; by four brothers, James Raymond, Gerard, Richard and Frank Jones; and by three sisters, Margaret George, Mary Arnault, and Eileen LeClerc.
Survivors include four sons: Dale O’Connell, Jr., and his wife Karen of Joliet, IL, Michael O’Connell and his wife Justine of Elwood, IL, William O’Connell and his wife Denise of Chicago, IL, Patrick O’Connell and his wife Susan of Channahon, IL; two daughters, Kathleen Forsyth and her husband Clinton of Shorewood, IL, Virginia Deegan and her husband Michael of Santa Rosa, CA; one sister, Patricia Dickinson and her husband Bill of Rochester, NH; 20 grandchildren, 27 great grandchildren, and 5 great great grandchildren.
A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Monday, November 15, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. (visitation 9 – 11 before the service) at St. Bernard’s Church, 1313 Ridgewood Avenue, Joliet, IL. There will be a Summer 2011 Memorial Service in Maine, followed by Interment in Holy Trinity Cemetery, Somersworth, NH. Details will be published at that time.
Arrangements are in care of Laing-Bibber Funeral Chapel, 36 Rochester Street, PO Box 728, Berwick, ME 03901.
Ethel Swennes
September 10, 2010
Saco, Maine
The end of an era came on 9/10/10, when our feisty little powerhouse, Ethel Swennes, formerly of Annapolis, MD (most recently at Seal Rock Nursing home in Saco, ME) died at the age of 95. Predeceasing her was her husband, Ordway, of 55 years, and 12 brothers and sisters with similar, remarkable longevity and sprite. Surviving her are her 2 sons, Gerald and Jon, 6 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren--all of whom will miss dearly the greatest woman we've ever known. Donations in her honor may be sent to the American Heart Association 51 US Route One, Suite M, Scarborough, Maine 04074 or the American Cancer Society One Bowdoin Mill Island Suite 300 Topsham, Maine 04086
Eva H. Hopkins
April 18, 2010
Berwick, Maine
Eva H. Hopkins, 86 of School Street, died on Sunday, April 18, 2010 at her residence following a long illness. She was born in Somersworth, MH on February 11, 1924, a daughter of Dolor A. and Marie Rose (Gagnon) Houle. She grew up in Somersworth, living on Central Street, and graduated from Somersworth High School.
Eva was a SGT in the Berwick Police Department for 13 years. She held a wide variety of jobs over the years including bookkeeping, farming, and auto mechanic. While working at Prince’s Garage, her future husband, Albert Hopkins came through the door. Eva was so taken by Albert that she called her boyfriend and broke up with him. She let everyone know that she intended to marry Albert, which she did on April 22, 1946. They enjoyed 41 years together until his death in 1987. She and Albert owned Hoppy’s Fresh Vegetables on Route 9. Eva had a green thumb and could make anything grow.
Eva enjoyed farming, knitting and crocheting, puzzles of Thomas Kincaid artwork, the Red Sox, and relaxing with a good cup of tea, and an occasional chocolate. She enjoyed all things outdoors, especially bird watching and nature in general.
In addition to her husband, she was predeceased by a sister, Renee Houle.
Survivors include: 2 sons, Marc Hopkins and his wife Denise of Lebanon and Paul D. Hopkins and his significant other Priscilla Tsoukalas of Somersworth; a sister, Lorraine Tucker of Dover; 3 grandchildren, Missy, Kayla, and Kevin; her great granddaughter, Lauren; many nieces and nephews; and her very close friend, Lena Normand.
The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks to Kate, Susan, Holly, Dave, Janet, Carol, and the staff of Wentworth Homecare and Hospice for their loving and tender care that enabled Eva to remain at home.
There are no calling hours. A Graveside Service will be held on Thursday, April 22, 2010 at 10 AM in Evergreen cemetery in Berwick.
In lieu of flowers, the family encourages memorial donations in her memory to:
Wentworth Homecare & Hospice, 113 New Rochester Road, Suite 6, Dover, NH 03820
Arrangements are in care of Laing-Bibber Funeral Chapel, 36 Rochester Street, PO Box 728, Berwick, ME 03901.
Florence M. Perrin
July 24, 2010
Wells
Florence Mary Perrin, 90, of Eldridge Road, died Saturday evening, July 24, 2010 at her residence. She was born in Lynn, MA on June 11, 1920, the daughter of Ildefons Swiniarski and Mary Sluinski. She was educated in area schools, and graduated from Lynn Classical High School, Class of 1938.
She was the beloved wife of John Winning Perrin, who predeceased her in August of 1988.
Florence was an avid reader, and enjoyed volunteering her services at the local library. She was a long time member of St. George’s Episcopal Church in York Harbor and, until recent years, was very active in several church ministries.
She leaves three sons, John of Wells, Robin of Auburn, NH, and Duncan Richard of Leo, Indiana; and one grandson, Scott, of San Diego, CA.
There are no calling hours. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, July 31st, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at St. George’s Episcopal Church, 407 York Street, York Harbor, ME. If desired, the family encourages memorial donations in her memory to: St. George’s Episcopal Church, PO Box 364, York Harbor, ME 03911.
Frank J. Wierszchalek
April 14, 2010
Lebanon, Maine
Frank J. Wierszchalek of Lebanon, Maine, 92 died peacefully on Wednesday, April 14, 2010 at his home with his daughter, Patricia Rozanski and his grandchildren by his side.
He was preceded by his wife Catherine of 44 years and two children, Marion and Paul.
Frank has several other children, Joe, Frankie, Nancy, Cathy, and Ruth and their spouses and children.
He will surely be missed but joyfully remembered by his family and friends.
Graveside services will be on Friday, April 16 at 11 AM on Wiers Lane. Friends and family are welcome. Rev. Barr Flynn will be officiating.
Arrangements are in care of Laing-Bibber Funeral Chapel, 36 Rochester Street, Berwick, ME 03901.
