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Norman J. Prouty
Hampden and Veazie-Norman J. Prouty, 83, passed away October 26, 2011 at the Maine Veterans' Home in Bangor after a short illness. He was born in Veazie, November 10, 1927, the son of Norman and Minnie Prouty.

Norman attended Bangor and Brewer schools and served in the U.S. Army. The majority of his working life was spent selling automobiles, both at dealerships and at his own used car lots. He won many trips and awards as a result of his successful sales ability. Norman was also a building contractor in Veazie and built many homes there. He enjoyed Shrine activities as a member of the Foot Patrol and Go-Karts. One of his favorite pastimes was playing golf, especially in Florida where he wintered for 21 years. Foremost in his passions was his dedication and love of family. Countless hours on the River Road, Prouty Drive, Springy Pond, Beech Hill Pond and Florida were enjoyed by family and friends.

He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Frances Hodgins Prouty, and six beloved children Norman and his wife Wanda, of Hampden; Thomas and his wife Joan, of Westbrook; J. Randolph and his wife Pat, of Wilson, NC; Timothy and his wife Ann Marie, of Portland; Richard of Phoenix, AZ.; and daughter, Joanna Powell and her husband Jim, of Lake George, NY.; nine grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren; a sister, Madeline Oase, of South Windsor, CT.; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a brother Edgar and sister Leona Wallace. Norman, Normie, Dad, and Grampie will be missed by all.

Family and friends are invited to visit 6-8 P.M., Friday, October 28, 2011 at Hampden-Gilpatrick Funeral Home, 45 Western Avenue, Hampden, where a funeral service will be held 11 A.M., Saturday, October 29, 2011, with the Rev. Dick Woehr, officiating. Interment will be in Fairview Cemetery, Veazie. Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider Shriner's Hospital for Children, C/O Anah Shrine, P.O. Box 735, Bangor, Maine 04402-0735.

Marilyn M. (Hunton) Ritchie
WINTERPORT - Marilyn M. (Hunton) Ritchie, 76, passed away on October 24th after a brief illness. She died peacefully, surrounded by her family. She was born October 14th, 1935, in Fort Fairfield, the daughter of Merle C. and Nellie M. (Clair) Hunton.

Marilyn spent her childhood in Aroostook County and moved to the Bangor area in the 1950's, before settling in Winterport, where she spent the majority of her life. Marilyn enjoyed spending time with her family and friends as well as watching NASCAR, particularly Jimmie Johnson.

Marilyn is survived by her brother, Dana Hunton, and his wife, Mickie, of San Diego, CA; two daughters, Carla J. Ritchie, and her partner, Mike Perry, of Etna, and Linda (Ritchie) Pierce of Fort Campbell, KY; seven grandchildren, Emma (Brejwo) Balina and her husband, Roque, of Temecula, CA; Nate Brejwo and his fiancée, Meg Chute, of Bowdoin; Jodi Dodge and her partner, Kenny Lyford, of Winterport; Johnny Dodge of Jackson; Joseph Harty and his wife, Denise, of Fort Campbell, KY; Devon (Harty) Grabill and her husband, Lance, of Crawfordville, FL; and Emily Pierce of Fort Campbell, KY. She is also survived by a close cousin, Sandra Henderson, of Presque Isle, several other cousins and great-grandchildren. Marilyn is predeceased by her parents, two brothers, Roger Hunton and Doug Hunton; a daughter, Debbie Ritchie; a granddaughter, Jackie L. (Dodge) Burnett.

A private graveside service will be held at Oak Hill Cemetery, Winterport. Friends and family may celebrate Marilyn's life 4-6 P.M. Thursday, October 27, 2011 at an open house at her residence in Winterport. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Winterport Ambulance, P.O. Box 724, Winterport, ME 04496. Cremation arrangements entrusted to Hampden-Gilpatrick Funeral Home, 45 Western Avenue, Hampden.

Gail M. Barrell
Hampden – Gail Marie Barrell, 59, passed away unexpectedly November 1, 2011 at a Bangor hospital surrounded by her loving family and friends. Gail was born in Milford, CT May 21, 1952, the daughter of the late Edgar T. and Jean A. (Wells) Barrell.

Gail grew up and was educated in Connecticut. She then proudly served her country in the U.S. Navy. Gail was a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, employed by Alpha One where she was dedicated to her career, co-workers, and particularly the consumers of their services. Gail will be remembered as a loving partner, sister, aunt, and friend.

Gail is survived by her partner, Judy M. Edgerly of Hampden; a brother Tom Barrell and wife Lori of Milford, CT; 2 sisters, Lorna Parrish of Milford, CT and Sheila Eldridge and husband Jack of Putnam, CT; 4 nephews, Tommy, Joey, Bobby, and Andy, as well as many close friends, too numerous to mention.

Gail's family thanks EMMC's CCU for their wonderful care and exceptional compassion during her illness.

A memorial service celebrating Gail's life will be held 10 A.M., Saturday, November 19, 2011 at Hampden-Gilpatrick Funeral Home, 45 Western Avenue, Hampden with the Rev. Margaret A. Beckman of the First Universalist Church of Pittsfield officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Gail's honor may be made to Bangor Humane Society, 693 B Mount Hope Avenue, Bangor, ME 04401.

Donald G. Parsons
Hampden-Donald Goodwin Parsons, 88, passed away November 15, 2011 at his home in Hampden. He was born in Dixmont, April 16, 1923, the son of William G. and Bessie (Tasker) Parsons.

Don’s family moved to Bangor, where he graduated from Bangor High School, Class of 1942. In 1942 he enlisted in the Army Air Corp and served in the European Theatre until 1946, as a communications specialist. He married Joanna Mullins in 1947and they were married for forty years until her death in 1987.

Don lived in Hampden from 1947 until the time of his death. He served the community on the Hampden Board of Selectmen for 8 years and was a member of the Hampden Volunteer Fire Department for 12 years. Don retired in 1985 after 41 years as lineman with the New England Telephone Company. He and his wife were the founders and owners of Hampden Floral from 1980 until 1998.

He was a devoted loving father and grandfather and a loyal, trustworthy friend to many. His interests were farming, gardening, and family genealogy.

Surviving are his children: son, David G. and his wife Pam Parsons, daughters, Marcia Parsons; and Mary Kilbride and her husband Ernie Kilbride, grandchildren; Sarah Parsons and her fiancé, Matthew Mower, Andrew G. Parsons, Ernest Kilbride, and Patrick Kilbride. He was predeceased by his wife, Joanna, his sisters; Velma Bush and Thelma Howes.

In keeping with Don’s wishes private interment will be beside his wife in Dixmont Corner Cemetery, Dixmont. In lieu of flowers, remembrances in Donald’s memory may be made to Katahdin Area Council Boy Scouts, P.O. Box 1869, Bangor, ME 04402, to establish a campership fund for a Hampden Troop #41 scout. Please memo checks with Don’s name.

Creighton C. Parker, Jr.
1943-2009
Winterport and Kissimmee, Florida … Creighton Chalmer Parker, Jr., 66, passed away peacefully at a Florida healthcare facility after a long respiratory illness. He was born in Arlington, MA February 16, 1943.

Creighton was a 1962 graduate of John Bapst High School. He then entered the U.S.A.F. in the K-9 Corps. Creighton worked for Bangor Fire Department for several years and after his retirement in the late 1980’s he then worked at Walt Disney World. Creighton had a great love of New England sports and always cheered for the Red Sox and the Boston Bruins.

Creighton is survived by one son Brent T. Parker and his girlfriend Sue D’Errico of Brewer and Eddington, several special friends in Florida, Tom and Susie, Jim and Judy, Connie and Cindy as well as very close friends John Harrington, and Judy Cuddy of Winterport.

In keeping with Creighton’s wishes, services will be held at Maine Veterans Cemetery at a later date. Memorial contributions in Creighton’s memory may be made to the Firemen’s Relief Fund, C/O Bangor Fire Dept., 289 Main Street, Bangor, ME 04401.

Nancy L. Leighton
1940-2009
Hampden … Nancy L. Leighton, 68, passed away at her home on March 21, 2009. Nancy was born in Bangor April 18, 1940 to the late Harry K. and Margaret H. (McCann) Foster.

Nancy married Robert Leighton in 1956 and they made their home in Hampden where they raised their five children. She considered her family to be her most precious accomplishment in life.

Surviving Nancy is her loving husband of 53 years, Robert, children and their respective spouses Kim and Jon Farley, Robert and Colleen Leighton, Barbie and Ken Beal, Lisa and Layne Alley, and Brent and Maureen Leighton, 12 grandchildren, Oriana and Evan Farley, Meaghan and Morgen Leighton, Jillian and Nick Beal, Kayla and James Alley, Brent and Kyle Leighton, Jessica Chenette and spouse Tom, and Amanda Gillespie.

Family and friends are invited to call 4-7 P.M., Tuesday, March 24, 2009 at Hampden-Gilpatrick Funeral Home, 45 Western Avenue, Hampden. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 11 A.M. Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 70 Western Avenue, Hampden. Interment will be at Lakeview Cemetery later in the spring. Memorial contributions in Nancy’s memory may be made to Hampden Children’s Day Committee, P.O. Box 322, Hampden, ME 04444 or Hospice of Eastern Maine, C/O Healthcare Charities, P.O. Box 931, Bangor, ME 04402.

John P. Bishop
1941-2008
GEORGETOWN, Mass., and CASTINE - John P. Bishop, 67, died unexpectedly Dec. 30, 2008, at his home in Georgetown, Mass. He was born Jan. 7, 1941, in Youngstown, Ohio, son of Elizabeth and Dr. Robert L. Bishop.

He is survived by his wife, Patricia; and their three daughters, Amanda Bishop Becker, Jennifer Bishop Callahan and Kate Bishop Penney. He was the loving "Papo" to Ellie and Jack Becker and Molly Callahan. He is also survived by two brothers, Murry Bishop and James Bishop.

He graduated from Boardman High School and continued on to graduate from Miami University, Oxford, Ohio, Class of 1964, where he was a member of Phi Kappa Tau fraternity. John began his career in the newspaper industry as a chemist with Great Northern Paper Co., Millinocket, and eventually moved on to Bangor Publishing Co. in 1970, where he spent the remainder of his career before retiring in 2003. He spent these years in Presque Isle and Hampden before moving to Castine, where he lived most recently. John P. Bishop was an exceptionally devoted husband, father and grandfather. He enjoyed the woods and waterways of Maine throughout his life through many fishing trips, a camp at Cross Lake and boating in Penobscot Bay. In Castine, he enjoyed giving tractor rides to his grandchildren and cooking lobster dinners at sunset. John Bishop's love for his children and grandchildren was apparent to all who knew him. He will be missed by dear friends throughout the Aroostook and Penobscot areas.

Visitors may call 5-7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 3, 2009, at Hampden-Gilpatrick Funeral Home, 45 Western Ave., Hampden. A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 4, 2009, at Hampden Highlands United Methodist Church, 44 Kennebec Road, Hampden. Interment will be private in the spring. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in John's memory to Parent Project Muscular Dystrophy, 158 Linwood Plaza No. 220, Fort Lee, NJ 07024.

Corey W. O'Brien
1984-2008
Hampden - Corey Walter O’Brien, 23, passed away October 3, 2008 as the result of an accident while doing what he enjoyed most, spending time outdoors. Corey was born in Bangor on November 6, 1984, the son of Paul Michael and Susan Carpenter O’Brien.

Corey grew up in Hampden, where he attended school, and graduated from Hampden Academy, Class of 2003. Corey continued his education at Johnson State College and at the University of Maine at Farmington. He worked tirelessly co-owning and operating a landscaping business in Bar Harbor and will always be remembered as a hard worker and as a person whom played even harder. Corey often helped out at his grandparent's Christmas Tree Farm in Old Town. He had a passion for skiing at Sugarloaf and white water kayaking the rivers of Maine. Corey's quiet demeanor was in contrast to his adventurous spirit. Corey will be remembered for his infectious smile, calm manner, and as a loving son, brother, grandson, and friend to all.

Corey is survived by his loving parents, Paul Michael and Susan Carpenter O’Brien of Hampden; sister, Kelly Margaret O’Brien of Old Town; his much loved girlfriend, Jennie Gallant of Hampden and their faithful canine companion Kona; maternal grandparents, Walter and Elaine Carpenter of Orono; Aunts and Uncles, Nancy and George Putnam and their children Brian, Emily, and Laura, all of Jeffersonville, Vermont; Ellen and Mike LaChance of Brewer and their children Erin of Bangor, Katie of Brewer; Maura O’Brien and children Jeb and Aaron, all of Alaska; Julie and Jerry Chiarell of Whitefield; Steve and Julianne O’Brien and their children Evan, Ian, and Morgan, all of Orefield, Pennsylvania; Janet O’Brien of Owls Head; and Mark O’Brien of Brewer; as well as friends, too numerous to mention. Corey was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Paul and Carolyn O’Brien.

Family and friends are invited to visit 4-7 P.M. Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at Hampden-Gilpatrick Funeral Home, 45 Western Avenue, Hampden. A funeral service will be held 4 P.M. Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at St. Matthew's Catholic Church, 70 Western Avenue, Hampden, with the Rev. Seamus Griesbach, celebrant. Family and friends are invited downstairs in the parish hall after the funeral service to share in refreshments and a continued time of remembrance. For those who wish, memorial contributions in Corey’s memory may be made to the Corey W. O’Brien Head Trauma Fund, C/O Healthcare Charities, P.O. Box 931, Bangor, ME 04401.

2LT Andrew Neal Caldwell
1985-2008
Hampden - Andrew Neal Caldwell, 23, died accidently while hiking on Pike’s Peak in Colorado. Andy passed on from this world on Tuesday, September 30, 2008. Andy was born in Bangor March 3, 1985 to Avery J. and Deborah (Neal) Caldwell. He will always be remembered by his family and friends for his incredible work ethic, devotion to others, and love of the outdoors.

Andy grew up in Hampden and attended the local school system there. From a young age Andy always kept busy with youth hockey and track and field. At Hampden Academy, Andy built the most enduring friendships of his life while running cross-country, track and field, as a captain of the hockey team, and in the school band. Through his tireless work-ethic, he was consistently an honor roll student, and a member of the National Honor Society. Andy was commissioned a second lieutenant from the United States Military Academy at West Point in the spring of 2007. Andy’s experiences at West Point played a central role in developing his reputation as a dedicated, common-sense leader. During his time at West Point, Andy competed in the Sandhurst Competition, and attended Mountain Warfare School.
Following his completion of the Infantry Officer Course, Airborne training, and Infantry Mortar Leader Course in Ft. Benning, Georgia; Andy was assigned to the 3-61 Cavalry Regiment, 4th Infantry Division out of Ft. Carson in Colorado. He will always be remembered by his family and friends for his incredible work ethic, devotion to others, and love of the outdoors.

Andy is survived by his father Avery J. Caldwell of Hampden, his mother Deborah N. Caldwell of Winterport, his brother Matthew N. Caldwell of Orono, Aunts Cynthia M. Neal of Chicago, Priscilla G. Neal-Thompson of Germany, Rebecca I. Cassese of New Hampshire, several cousins and many close friends who will all miss him terribly.

Visiting hours will be held 2-5 P.M., Sunday, October 5, 2008 at Hampden-Gilpatrick Funeral Home, 45 Western Avenue, Hampden where a funeral service will be held to celebrate Andy’s life at 4 P.M. Monday, October 6, 2008. Interment will be private at Lakeview Cemetery, Hampden. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that contributions in Andy’s memory be made to the Wounded Warrior Project (www.woundedwarriorproject.org) or Manna Ministries, 629 Main Street, Bangor, ME 04401.

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