Rita Long

“Dad held Moms hand until Jesus came to hold the other hand and take her to the kingdom of Heaven” -Robin L. ReamesMom was not a conventional person, so this is not a conventional obituary. As her eldest daughter it is my birth right to narrate the story of her life. Mom fought a courageous and not...

MINOT- Albert J. Hemond, 61, of Minot, passed away unexpectedly at Mass General Hospital on Sunday, November 2, 2025. He was born in Lewiston on November 12, 1963 to parents George Hemond and Florence (Bean) Foss.He attended local schools and spent a long career as an equipment operator for a sand a...

She was born on December 18 1935 the daughter of Karl and Cleo Hinkle Stainfield. Betty graduated from Jefferson High School in 1953 and went on to enjoy a long and fulfilling career as a beautician for 40 years. Betty had a deep love for life and adventure. She especially enjoyed polka dancing and ...

Eugene Barkasy affectionately known to so many in Dunmore as Turtle passed away on December 30 at the Gino J. Merli Veterans Center. Born to George and Margaret Lesso Barkasy Gene grew up in Dunmore and proudly graduated from Dunmore High School in 1963. Immediately after graduation he enlisted in t...

George Sanford life came to an end on Monday December 15 2025 at the age of 74 at Alive Hospice Nashville in Nashville Tennessee. Mr. Sanford was born April 27 1951 in Williamson County Tennessee to the parents of George Rush and Tina Louise Nevils. George leaves to cherish his many memories his dev...

Douglas Edward CourcheneMay 13, 1928 - November 30, 2025CMSgt (Ret.) Douglas Edward Courchene,Lovingly known through his many titles as Chief, Hoppy, Doug, Eddie, Daddy, and Papa has now received his final title of "Good and Faithful Servant""His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful...

Frank Vincent Borrelli, age 82 years of Voorhees, NJ, passed away peacefully at home, September 8, 2025. Frank was a man of great intelligence, impeccable character and boundless positivity in all aspects of his life. He was an accomplished leader, entrepreneur, businessman, teacher, Philadelphi...

Barbara Ann Wolf nee Gruebel was born in Maspeth Queens New York on April 26 1948 to Francis A Gruebel and Matilda Ann Gruebel nee Naeder. She passed away after a courageous fight against cancer at home surrounded by her loving family on December 11 2025 at the age of 77. At a young age her family r...

Bonita Workman Debord 70 of Louisa Kentucky passed away January 7 2026 at her home following a long illness. Bonita was born July 30 1955 at Louisa the daughter of the late Arlie E. and Doris Jean Jobe Workman. In addition to her parents she is preceded in death by a brother Larry Workman and two ni...

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our brother David Allen Leach Jr age 45 at his home in Marion on March 20 2025. Dave was a beloved son grandson brother uncle greatuncle and wonderful friend to many. Dave was born on August 17 1979 in Joliet Illinois to David and Mary Rathbun...

Yarmouth Maine. Cecile Rita Pelletier 73 earned her wings on may 16th 2024 surrounded by her loved ones. She was born in Madawaska Maine on December 29th 1950 A daughter of Laura and Lewis Dionne. She was primarily a homemaker but also spent time working for Irving wood mill as well as farming. Ceci...

LEWISTON Bertrand R Ouellette 69 of 244 Park St Lewiston Passed away at CMMC Hospital after a battle with a long illness with his family by his side. He was married to the love of this life for 37 years Jennie Ouellette. He got his GED from Mechanic Falls Adult ED in 1994. He was predeceased by his...

Great Island Roger E. Reid 86 of Great Island died Saturday January 22 2022 at his home with the love and support of his family . HE was born in Brunswick ME on May 7 1935 a son of John S. Reid and Winnifred Sheen Reid. He graduated from Brunswick High School in 1953. Roger joined the US Navy and s...

age 82 passed peacefully in the early morning hours of July 1 2025 after a long illness. She was a devoted mother to Robert Guilmette and Kathy Guilmette Moberg and the loving grandmother to 10 grandchildren Brian April Robert Crystal Daniel Nicole Heather Keith Shawn and Lauren and was graced with ...

LEWISTON Emerick "Emery Mick" J. Gervais 93 passed away February 14 2022 at the home he shared with his daughter Linda and her husband Roger. He was born on March 24 1928 to Edouard J Gervais and Ida Pelletier Gervais in Madawaska Maine. He was one of eleven children and spent his childhood in Aroos...

FREEPORT Joan P. Daly 71 long time resident of Pownal Maine passed away on January 14 2015. She died peacefully with family at her bedside. She was a loving generous hard working woman. Joan enjoyed her family especially her eight grandchildren and two greatgranddaughters. She also enjoyed many hob...

Penny Sue Forrest Myrick 53 of Auburn passed away on January 5 2017 at Central Maine Medical Center following an extended illness. Born in Lewiston Maine on March 1 1963 to Nancy Carroll Forrest Hutchinson and the late Richard Forrest. Penny was educated in Auburn Schools graduating from Edward Litt...

Thrse Terry Geoffroy 91 formerly of the Lake Auburn Townhouse went home to be with Jesus Tuesday May 28 2019 after a long illness. Born in Chisholm Maine in 1927 to George and Valerie Pepin Dube. She attended St. Rose of Lima Catholic School and graduated from Livermore Falls High School with the cl...

Rita B. SpencerFalmouthRita B. Spencer 91 of Sedgewood Commons in Falmouth Maine died early Saturday morning on June 10th following a long courageous battle against dementia. Rita was born in Mackamp Maine on September 26 1925 daughter of Valmore Bruneau and Alice Grenier Bruneau. A resident of the ...

Upon her retirement Rita traveled extensively with her companion Edward for 18 years having visited Indonesia Philippines and Hong Kong. They then returned to Lewiston where they were long time residents. Of her many interests Rita especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and her dogs...

2014 at St. Marys Regional Medical Center after a long battle with cancer with her loving family by her side. 1938 to parents Frank and Louise Baril Parise. She was educated in Lewiston schools and worked at the Pepperell Mill shoe shops and the Bonanza Restaurant for 17 years. She retired as a home...

Lionel was educated in local schools. He proudly served in the US Air Force at Loring Air Force base and the Army National Guard. Lionel enjoyed hunting fishing long drives up North. He loved to spend time with his family and really enjoyed time spent with his grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. H...

Lorraine F. Ray. 84 passed away on October 11 2024. She was born on March 27 1940 to the late Vernon and Bibiane Brown. She was a faithful woman who served our Lord. She loved her family dearly and made Holidays very special. She enjoyed playing cards bingo traveling and camping at her happy place S...

AUBURN Theresa L. Frees of 30 Lake St. Auburn passed away on May 5 at the Hospice House following a long illness. Theresa was born Dec. 27 1953 to Julien and Antoinette Dubois Desrosiers. Theresa went to Auburn schools most of her younger life and then married Forest Frees and together they had fou...

Paul Louis ParentLewistonPaul Louis Parent of Lewiston passed away on March 17 2020 surrounded by his wife Gladys and family after a long illness. He was born in Lewiston on September 11 1946 a son of Gerard and Simonne Belanger Parent. Paul was educated in Lewiston and was employed in local mills a...

Paul Armand Giasson 73 of Richmond died January 9th 2025 in the comfort of his home as he was held in the arms of his loving wife and daughter. He was born on October 5th 1951 the son of Armand and Lauretta Fournier Giasson in Lewiston Maine. He was also raised by his devoted stepfather Edward Andy ...

AugustaEarlene Hall Drapeau 79 passed away on June 21 2022 at home with her loving family by her side after a long illness. Beloved wife of 55 years to David Drapeau. Born March 3 1943 to Warren Bud Hall and Rita Ouellette Hall. Earlene attended Cony High School graduating in 1961. Earlene attended ...

CHELSEA Raymond E. Taylor 70 of Hallowell Road Chelsea died Sept. 24 2011 at Maine General Medical Center Augusta campus following a long illness. He was born Oct. 22 1940 in Gardiner the son of Henry and Diana Cloutier Taylor. He was employed by the city of Augusta for 25 years. He was predeceased...

AUGUSTA ME Moril Louis Gregoire 83 passed away peacefully on March 262018 after a long illness of alzheimersDementia at the Maine Veterans Home in Augusta. Moril was born in Augusta on November 30 1934 the son of Esdras and Marie Anne Ouellette Gregoire. He was educated in Augusta schools and was a...

Chelsea Lorraine E. Beaudry 85 of Chelsea Maine passed away peacefully on May 8 2024 at home with family and friends by her side after a long illness. Lorraine was born on July 2 1938 in Augusta Maine the youngest daughter of Marianne and Esdras Gregoire. Lorraine went to St. Augustine school and gr...