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Evelyn G. Kimball - September 24, 1933 - July 01, 2023

Departed: 07/01/2023 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: South Paris – Evelyn G. Kimball, 89, passed away peacefully Thursday, July 1, 2023 at Market Square Health Care after a long illness.

She was born on September 24, 1933, in Gorham, ME, and attended elementary school and Gould Academy in Bethel. The Grindle Family was originally from Blue Hill, Maine.

Evelyn married Lawrence (Bub) Kimball on October 14, 1949, and they settled in Albany, Maine, where she has resided ever since except for a couple of years when she and Bub lived and worked at Little Round Top in Lewisberry, PA. She also worked at The Norseman Inn and Newton & Tibbetts.

Evelyn enjoyed sewing and often made her own clothes. She also enjoyed knitting, crocheting, and traveling with Bub, especially to Hawaii. Evelyn was most independent and thrived on working her land by herself, often seen using a bucket loader well into her eighties. She loved feeding the birds and watching animals in her yard.

Evelyn is survived by several nieces and a nephew.

She is most thankful for years of care and support from nieces, Judith Stone and Norma Salway, she considered like daughters, and members of the Bethel Methodist Church.

Evelyn was predeceased by her parents, her husband, brother Hollis, sister Lillian.

The family would like to express our thanks to the staff at Market Square Health Care Center & Beacon Hospice for their care of Evelyn.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, July 15, 2023 at 11:00am at Songo Pond Cemetery, Albany Township, Maine with a gathering following at the Albany Town House.

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Linda Elizabeth MacDormand - February 28, 1944 - June 26, 2023

Departed: 06/26/2023 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Portsmouth, N.H. – Linda Elizabeth MacDormand, 79, of Milford, N.H. passed away on Monday, June 26, 2023 at the Cedar Healthcare Center. She was born in Bath, Maine on February 28, 1944 the daughter of Herbert and Evelyn Perry Nickerson. She graduated from Gould Academy in Bethel, Maine in 1963 and earned her Associates degree from Maine School of Nursing in Waterville, Maine in 1967. Linda was a licensed practical nurse working at Stephens Memorial Hospital in Norway, Maine, Exeter Hospital in N.H. and Seacoast area nursing homes.

She married Harry “Bruce” MacDormand on September 30, 1967. She enjoyed going to the beach, craft fairs, shopping and playing tennis. She was a member of the Portsmouth Garden Club. Linda spoke lovingly of summers in Maine, as a child, at the Chute Homestead on Long Lake and looked forward to trips to Boothbay harbor at the Ocean Point Inn.

Linda is survived by her husband of Milford; her children Scott MacDormand (Julie), and Debbie Murphy (Seth); her grandchildren Tyler MacDormand, Colby MacDormand, Madalynn Murphy, Amelia Murphy and Violet Murphy; and her brother George Nickerson (Danna).

She was predeceased by her parents.

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Elizabeth J Blake - October 23, 1949 - May 23, 2023

Departed: 05/23/2023 (Bethel)

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Ian Ross Wheeler - March 23, 1988 - March 15, 2023

Departed: 03/15/2023 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Gorham, NH – Ian Ross Wheeler shed these earthly bounds unexpectedly March 15, 2023.

He was born March, 23, 1988 in Norway on a cold, bright blue March day. He attended Bethel schools and Fryeburg Academy. Over the course of his life, he was employed in various occupations. For some time he and his brother Ryan ran a landscaping business and one of his proudest achievements was being part of the construction of a massive stone wall at Sunday River. He worked for Sunshine Landscaping with Ben Pierce for several seasons and some of his stone work is there as well. Most recently he was employed with Pioneer Surveying & Mapping. He enjoyed explaining all of the techniques and functions he was learning from Rusty Farrar the owner and he liked to talk about all of the different places they surveyed together.

He was good at anything he set his mind to and was a great asset to any project he decided to join. He had great energy and a good eye and an uncanny knack for solving problems. He had a natural ability to fix things. He could always see how the pieces fit together. He was never afraid to put his back into it, always the guy who would pick up the heaviest end of the stick.

Around 2010 he decided to travel out West and lived in Washington, Alaska, California and did a short stay in Colorado and then home to Bethel after his adventures.

Ian enjoyed fishing locally and also made many trips to the Salmon River in NY, starting when he was eleven. He was actually kind of a star on the river because he was so good at a young age, landing uncounted numbers of King and Coho Salmon, Brown Trout and Steelhead. Running around the river, only four feet tall he hooked into a big one, yelling “FISH ON!” at the top of his lungs. Some of his best and happiest days were spent on the river with family and friends. A picture of him holding a big Steelhead was published in a New York fishing magazine.

Ian enjoyed music from a young age and was a fan of a lot of “classic” rock as well as contemporary music. He was well versed about many artists and styles. Over the last couple of years he taught himself to play guitar, and he had a good voice to accompany his playing.

Ian had an inquisitive mind and it was full of things that he had discovered, researched or read and his thoughts and interests were far ranging. Always innovating and thinking of better ways to do things. An adventure to talk to, never afraid to speak his mind and always a challenge to your point of view. But maybe most of all Ian was a free spirit shunning convention in many ways and treading his own path. He loved people and was forgiving and loyal, if you needed him he’d be there.

The myriad of people he knew and the friends who have reached out in this time of grief speaks volumes. He was a person who most would not soon forget once they met him. He remains in our hearts forever.

Ian is survived by his father John Wheeler and partner Deborah Giasson, sister Jenny Mae Wheeler and partner Jim Lindsay, and nephew Aiden. Brother Ryan and spouse Devon Wheeler, nephew Asher, and niece Brecklyn all of Bethel. Brother Josh Maillet of Durham, NC. His grandmother Marilyn (Wheeler) Estrada of West Paris, uncles and aunts, Roger Wheeler of Newry, Tim and Stacey Wheeler of Bethel, Chester Wheeler and partner Dee Witherell of Northwood, NH and Harry and Judy Morton of Kentucky. And many Wheeler and Morton cousins. Family members Dennis and Maryvonne Wheeler, Sue O’Donnell, Cindy Mills, and Sandra Wheeler all of Bethel. Ashley and Justin Hautaniemi, and MaryBeth Brown.

He is also survived by his mother Heidi Smith Roy and husband Clem of Destin, Florida. Aunts and uncles Rebecca Barlow and partner Scott Pelissier of Norway. Wendy and Tony Lewis of Sheridan, Illinois, Wanda Smith of Woolwich. Holly Ellingwood of South Paris and David and JoAnn Smith of Oxford. And many maternal cousins. He was predeceased by his grandparents Wendell and June Smith.

Ian would want us to make mention of his brothers from other mothers, Brady “Gump” Wilson, Cassidy White, and Shaun Hunt and “second parents” Dave and Berta Hunt of Albany.

A service and celebration of Ian’s life will be held at the Bethel Inn Event Center on May 6th, from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. To express condolences or to participate in Ian’s online tribute, please visit www.chandlerfunerals.com.

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John Kevin Marshall - January 10, 1954 - February 08, 2023

Departed: 02/08/2023 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Bethel – John Kevin Marshall, 69, died Wednesday February 8, 2023, at his home in Bethel. John was born in Bridgewater MA, on January 10, 1954, the son of George and Jill (Fallon) Marshall. John worked as a carpenter and spent 30 years in the maintenance department at the Bethel Inn. He enjoyed woodworking, cutting firewood and mowing grass.

John is survived by his son Kevin Marshall and his wife Amy, two beautiful grandchildren Karen and Jonathan, sisters Gail Schatzle and Sharon Marshall. He was predeceased by his wife Bonnie (Mills) Marshall, parents George and Jill Marshall, brother Ron , and sister Karen Marshall.

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Dean S Gross - January 29, 1966 - February 05, 2023

Departed: 02/05/2023 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Burlington MA – Dean S Gross, 57, of Hanover ME, died on Sunday February 5, 2023, at Lahey Clinic in Burlington MA while waiting for a liver transplant. Dean was born in Rumford on January 29, 1966, the son of Malcom and Barbara (Stearns) Gross. He attended Rumford area schools and was a 1985 graduate of Stephens High School in Rumford where he wrestled. Dean worked as a truck driver and logger for many people. On October 1, 1994, he married Janina Remington and settled in Hanover.

Dean liked to draw, enjoyed baseball, spending time with family and being outdoors. He loved to talk about his memories of time spent in the woods logging with his dad and brother Brian. Dean had a great sense of humor and loved to laugh. He genuinely liked people and getting to know them. He was a caring person who helped out others in any way he could. He would visit with friends and family and talk for hours. He was proud of his children and liked to brag about them every chance he got. He enjoyed frequent visits to Vermont where his daughter lives.

Dean is survived by his wife Janina, his children Ross, Katelyn, and Griffin Thompson whom he considered a son. His brothers Mike and wife Kathy of Rumford, Brian and his wife Brenda of Hanover, Dennis of Hanover, William and wife Barb of Hanover, sister Lori McPherson and husband Ed of Rumford Pt. 10 nieces and nephews and 5 great nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father and mother Malcolm and Barbara and his brother Jason.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. To share condolences and memories with the family please go to www.chandlerfunerals.com. Arrangements are under the care of Chandler Funeral Home, 37 Vernon Street, Bethel.

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Margaret K. Wight - November 07, 1942 - January 12, 2023

Departed: 01/12/2023 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Newry - Margaret (Peggy) Kubach Wight (80) passed away Thursday, January 12, 2023, surrounded by her family at Central Maine Medical Center. She was born on November 7, 1942, to John and Helen (Mochrie) Kubach.

She married Stephen (Steve) William Wight on August 14, 1965. They moved to Newry with their young family in 1971 when they purchased the Sunday River Inn. Over the following years, they expanded the inn business, adding a cross-country ski center. In addition to running the Inn, Peggy immersed herself in community volunteerism, especially with the school board, Bethel Library, Bethel Historical Society, and West Parish Congregational Church. While not one to seek the limelight, she was a true pillar of the Bethel area community. Peggy enjoyed gardening, reading, blue wax ski days, and relaxing at the family camp on North Pond. Her greatest joy was being surrounded by her family, especially on the dock at camp in the sun or gathered at the Red House.

Peggy is survived by her husband Steve; their children, Keith and his wife Cindi, Eric Boyle-Wight and his wife Patricia, Sara and her husband Michael Valentine; and their grandchildren Josh, Molly, Emily, Carla, and Gaelan.

A celebration of life will take place on Sunday, January 22, 2023, at 2:00pm at the West Parish Congregational Church, 32 Church Street, Bethel. In keeping with Peggy’s wishes the burial will be at the family’s convenience. For those who cannot attend or wish to make an online condolence please visit Peggy’s obituary page at www.chandlerfunerals.com The service will be live-streamed and archived on this page.

Arrangements are under the care of Chandler Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 37 Vernon Street, Bethel.

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Joyce C. Morgan - May 09, 1930 - January 01, 2023

Departed: 01/01/2023 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Bethel - Joyce May Morgan, 92, of Bethel, Maine died on January 1, 2023, at Hospice House of Androscoggin in Auburn with her family by her side.

She was born in Rumford on May 9, 1930. She was the daughter of Pearl and Byron Crossland of Mexico, Maine. She was raised with her four siblings, Lloyd, Burton, Fern and Gail on Hillcrest Dairy Farm on Thompson Hill. She was eternally grateful for her hardworking and humble upbringing. Along with her siblings, she co-authored two volumes of books titled Once Upon A Farm to pay tribute.

She attended school in Mexico, graduating from Mexico High School in 1947. She earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Maine at Orono in 1951. After graduating, she taught at Andover High School for several years. She married Frank Morgan on June 19, 1955, and lived in Andover. After starting a family of 3 girls, and the closing of Andover High School, she earned her elementary teaching degree. She returned to the classroom at Andover Elementary School where she taught for over 20 years until retiring in 1988.

In 1978 she returned to the farm where she spent many years caring for her mother and tending to her gardens, fields, and apple orchards. She moved to Bethel in 2016 where she continued to enjoy gardening and landscaping her newly built home. Other hobbies included wood carving, sewing, skiing, reading, and simply enjoying nature.

She is survived by two daughters, Donna and her husband, Donald Leveille, of Shelburne, New Hampshire and Claire and her husband, Barry Carver of Bethel; sisters, Fern Stearns of Hallowell, and Gail Parent of Hanover; grandchildren, Liza Fyrberg, Forest Fyrberg, Shannon Klein, Justine Brooks, and Morgan LeClair; Stepgrandchildren, Donna Grant, Michelle Kwak, and Jill Stephenson; numerous great grandchildren; and nieces and nephews, Timothy Parent, Lisa Whitis, James Parent, Sarah Beliveau, Joyce Rochefort, Kathleen Friday, David Stearns, Laurie Sproul, Alan Stearns, Garry Crossland and Roger Crossland. She will be remembered by special friends the Akers and the Rickers.

She was a devoted sister, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt, and friend. She will be remembered as an educator and storyteller. Education was the foundation of who she was in and out of the classroom. She had an impact on so many lives. She had an impeccable memory and always had fond stories of her students at Andover Elementary School. She enjoyed spending time in her gardens and visiting with friends and family on her sun porch - she always had a good story or life lesson to share.

She was predeceased by her brothers Lloyd Crossland and Burton Crossland, husband Frank, and daughter, Faith.

A celebration of life will take place on January 14, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. at the Andover Congregational Church.

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Lloyd A. Mayberry - November 24, 1950 - October 23, 2022

Departed: 10/23/2022 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Albany Township – Lloyd A. Mayberry (aka Monk E. Mahoney or Monkee) age 71, passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2022, at home with his loving family by his side. He was born November 24, 1950 in Portland, a son of the late Wilbur and Mary (Viola) Mayberry.

Lloyd took great pride working in the fishing, boating and construction industries but his favorite since 1996 was at the Competition and Events department at Sunday River making a difference in the racers lives. As his friend said, he was made of a “cloth that no longer exists”. Lloyd was a loyal and committed friend to all.

He is survived by his life partner, Laurie Reynolds, his son Seth of Gray and his daughter Elizabeth and her husband Pat Myatt of Abbot. Laurie’s children Lindsey (Ian) Mittler, Joseph (Diana) Reynolds and grandson Leo Reynolds. The mother of his children, Meredith Mayberry. His siblings Patricia (Kerry) Robillard, Grace (Ed) Fuller, Warren (Jacqueline) Mayberry, Mary (Joel) Porter, Angela (Bruce) Yates and Mark Mayberry. Many beloved cousins, nieces and nephews.

The family would like to especially thank Dr. Kelli Sprague and all the doctors at Maine Health Cancer Care for their exceptional care of Lloyd. Also, all the nurses on the 7th floor at Maine Med for their care and compassion.

In keeping with Lloyd’s wishes there will be no services. At a later date his ashes will be scattered at the top of T2 and Casco Bay, his two favorite places.

In memory of Lloyd, please have a bud lite, buy a scratch ticket and hug your loved ones. Arrangements are under the care of Chandler Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 37 Vernon Street, Bethel. To make an online condolence please visit www.chandlerfunerals.com

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Judith J Barker - July 24, 1944 - September 10, 2022

Departed: 09/10/2022 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Judith J. Barker of Bethel, died Saturday, September 10 with her family at her side. She was the daughter of the late John and Gwendolyn Currier and lived in Bethel most of her life. She was a graduate of Gould Academy (1962). On August 17, 1962, she married Bradley Barker, and was married for 50 years, until his death in 2012.

Judy and her husband started Bethel Auto Sales, which they operated for several years before retiring. Judy did bookkeeping, sales, and auto detailing, and also became a licensed motor vehicle inspector.

Brad and Judy also invested in real estate, purchasing and renovating several rental properties. Throughout the years, Judy became like family to some of the tenants, and earned the title "Grandma" from several neighborhood kids.

Judy was a member of the Bethel Historical Society and the Bethel Methodist Church. She also enjoyed researching her family's genealogy.

Judy's favorite thing to do seemed to be spoiling her grandchildren, especially her great-grandson Bradley. She had special nicknames for her granddaughters and made wonderful memories with them, especially at her camp on Norway Lake.

Besides her husband and parents, Judy was predeceased by her eldest son, Dennis Barker.

She is survived by her children Donald Barker (and wife Dawn), Deborah Riley (and husband Ed) and Daniel Barker, daughter-in-law Jan Barker, grandchildren Desneige Barker, Lauren and Rachel Barker, Darcy Fisher, Destiny Herrmann, Danielle Dearborn, Emily and Bethany Reed, and 5 great-grandsons.

She is also survived by siblings Lilian Franks, Grace St. Hilaire, John (Alta) Currier and Greg Currier, and her faithful dog Teddy.

Friends who wish to do so are encouraged to donate to Responsible Pet Care, 9 Lower Swallow Rd, South Paris, ME 04281, in her memory.

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Michael Kevin Broderick - March 30, 1951 - August 30, 2022

Departed: 08/30/2022 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Michael Kevin Broderick, 71, of Bethel, passed away on August 30, 2022 after a long battle with dementia. The son of John and Madeline Broderick, he was born in Lynn, Massachusetts, in 1951. He graduated from Our Lady of Good Counsel in Wheaton, Md., and later obtained degrees from Boston College and Boston University. He met his wife, Eileen, while both were working on the John Kerry campaign in 1972; they were married on August 31, 1974.

From his first job in high school until dementia forced his retirement, he was committed to hard work; it was through no fault of his own that three of his last four employers—Dynapert, Encryption Technology, inc., and the American Skiing Company—ceased to exist during his employment with them.

Mike was committed to learning in all aspects of his life; he regularly pursued opportunities for learning and advancement in his career, in service to community, and in his passion for skiing and teaching skiing.

His marriage is remarkable for many reasons, not the least of which being that not only did it last for nearly fifty years, but it survived both his car catching fire on a date and Eileen teaching him how to ski.

Many years later, he taught skiing in Sunday River’s River Runners program, often coaching the children of the women his wife coached in the Women’s Turn program. They also passed a love for skiing on to their sons Kevin and Brian, both of whom have earned USSA coaching certifications; Mike also earned USSA coaching and officiating certifications in both alpine and freestyle skiing as well as multiple PSIA certifications. He was also a member of the board of the Sunday River Ski Club.

He was active in the local parish for many years, helping Our Lady of the Snows welcome local residents and visitors alike in celebration of the sacraments.

He believed that service to community included political service and was involved in the Oxford County Democrats as well as with town politics. The Maine Democratic Party recognized his efforts with the Joseph Mayo award in 2006. He saw value in having both parties represented on the ticket even in races likely to be one-sided, and wasn’t afraid to put in the effort to run a serious campaign even when the odds weren’t on his side.

He is survived by his wife Eileen; his brothers Jack and David; his sons Kevin and Brian; his aunt, Rita Doyle; his four grandchildren: Ellie, Everett, Oliver and Holden; his mother-in-law Marilyn Brennan; his brothers-in-law Timmy and Billy Brennan; his sisters-in-law Kathy Holland, Lynn Brennan, Susan Babson and Jamie Broderick; his daughter-in-law Kayla Broderick; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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Helen R. Cummings - February 15, 1928 - August 02, 2022

Departed: 08/02/2022 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Helen R. Cummings, née Robertson, of Bethel, died August 2, 2022 at her home on Main Street. Helen was born in Bethel on February 15, 1928, the youngest of six children of the late Sarah (Sadie) Robertson. She was educated in Bethel schools and graduated from Gould Academy in 1946. She married Murry Cummings on March 1, 1947; and they lived in Locke’s Mills until her husband returned to service in the Air Force in 1957, moving then to Falmouth, Massachusetts; Roswell, New Mexico; Topsham, Maine; and Citrus Heights, California, before retiring to Bethel in 1975.

Helen worked outside the home from time to time, including for Gould Academy and Hanover Dowel Co. but was primarily a homemaker and mother of four. Helen’s main passion was her family, including her extended family of nieces and nephews of multi-generations, as well as many friends. She was always willing to listen to anyone and help folks out in any way she could. People who knew her will likely remember her kindness and generosity (as well as her fondness for correct grammar coupled with a penchant for sometimes correcting grammar uninvited!).

In June 2006, at the age of 78, Helen was thrilled to accompany her son Dan and her granddaughter Carly to Ireland on a visit to Dublin, Cork, Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, and Galway, among other places. Her grandparents on her mother’s side hailed from County Galway in the 1880s, and she cherished her visit.

Helen is survived by her children Joni Windham, Robert Cummings, and Daniel Cummings and his wife, Betsey; grandchildren Timothy Moore and wife, Tracy; Carly Sweeney and her husband, Stephen; Ross Cummings, and Marli Cummings, and many loving nieces, nephews, great grandchildren, and wonderful friends. She was predeceased by her husband, Murry, daughter Cheryl Garrison, grandsons Ryan Windham and Robert Cummings Jr., siblings Winfield (Wiff), Robertson, Mary Keoskie, and Henry, William, and Fenton (Bus) Robertson.

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Arlene Chase Greenleaf - October 11, 1938 - June 20, 2022

Departed: 06/20/2022 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Greenwood – Arlene Chase Greenleaf, 83, died Monday, June 20, 2022, at her home in Greenwood. Arlene was born in Greenwood, on October 11, 1938, the daughter of Edward and Helen (Morrison) Chase.

Arlene graduated from Gould Academy and attended Sargent's College at Boston University where she received a bachelor’s degree in Physical Education and her minor in the Arts. She taught Physical education at Orono High School, Gould Academy, and Winthrop High School. She taught First Aid, CPR, AND EMT Classes and was a substitute teacher for SAD 44. She also coached girls field hockey and basketball.

Arlene was a member of the Locke Mills Union Church Ladies Circle, and a long-time member of Bethel Rescue, Med-care. She loved teaching First Aid, CPR, and EMT classes. She received several awards for her service to the community. She knit mittens for local schools. Most of all she loved doing things with family and friends; camping, canoeing down the Saco River, outings with children and grandchildren and visiting relatives in Rhode Island.

Arlene is survived by her daughter Sondra Withey and her husband Rodney of Greenwood, stepchildren Christine Swain and her husband Ross of East Andover, Joan Greenleaf of Parsonsfield, Bruce Greenleaf and his wife Susan of Virginia, and daughter-in-law Kathy Bougie and husband John of Florida. Grandchildren, Burton, Rodney, Scott, Christopher, Annabelle, Ryan, Jillian, Catharine, Erin, Steven, Rachel, Abbigail, and Joshua, along with several great and great great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her Parents, her husband John S. Greenleaf, son Edward Greenleaf, brother John Chase, and a great grandson Todd Bradford Withey.

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Toby John Leighton Jr. - September 09, 2000 - June 16, 2022

Departed: 06/16/2022 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Auburn – Toby John Leighton, Jr., of Bethel, passed away on Thursday, June 16, 2022 at Hospice House. He was born on September 9, 2000, the son of Toby Sr. and Amanda (Annis) Leighton. He graduated from Telstar High School in 2018 and was a crane operator for Bancroft. Toby was a very outgoing, typical 21 year old and lived his life to the fullest. His passions included riding his dirt bike and hanging out at DeepWoods Farm with all his horses.

He is survived by his parents, brother Andrew and many family members and friends. His family would like to thank all of his family and friends who have been so supportive and helpful. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. XOXO LOVE U ALWAYS

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Jane R. Landry - November 15, 1922 - May 15, 2022

Departed: 05/15/2022 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Bethel – Jane Rose Landry, 99, of Bethel, died peacefully at home on May 15, 2022. Born November 15, 1922 in Fall River, Massachusetts, the daughter of the late Peter and Rose (Pasierb) Dziezynski. Jane graduated from B.M.C. Durfee High School, Fall River, in 1940, the largest graduating class of 750 students.

She first worked at a corrugated box company in Fall River during World War II and being patriotic worked at Firestone Rubber and Latex company in Fall River, rotating shifts, making life vests for the Armed Services. Since business was to be her career she found work for the Federal Government at the Naval Supply Depot at Coddington Cove, Middletown, R.I. as a property and supply clerk. After the war, Jane worked in the classified and accounting departments at the Fall River Herald News for 8 years. With her pending marriage and decision to live in Woonsocket, R.I., she worked at Brown, Lisle and Marshall, stock brokerage company in Providence, R.I. in the statistical department. She retired in 1990 from Woonsocket Hospital now the Landmark Medical Center after 26 years as the secretary to the Director of Nutrition Services.

Survivors are son Philip and wife Amy in Bryant Pond, a granddaughter Abigail Landry in Bryant Pond; a nephew Michael Dziezynski in Fall River; many cousins out of that and in the Republic of Poland.

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Zachary Downs - November 30, 1992 - April 07, 2022

Departed: 04/07/2022 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: On Thursday April 7, 2022 Zachary O’Brien Downs, 29, passed away due to injuries sustained in an automobile accident, unexpectedly leaving his loving family way too soon.

Zach was born on November 30, 1992 in Lewiston Maine, to Eugenie Macie and Wilson Downs. He grew up in Greenwood Maine and attended both Woodstock Elementary and Crescent Park Elementary schools. His family moved to Florida when Zach was young and there he attended East Marion Elementary in Silver Springs and Lake Weir Middle & High School in Ocala Florida. In 2010, Zachary returned to Maine where he met his soul companion Krystal Pratt and they have been together until the day he left us. In 2015, they welcomed their first little princess Addisyn J. Downs; two years later, they welcomed their second little Princess Harper J Downs. Zach was an amazing father and loved his girls more than anything in this world!

He worked at the Bethel Inn & Country Club as their building maintenance man. He also did some work with Top Notch Tree service and most recently worked as a laborer at Hamilton’s Concrete in Bridgton Maine. Zach had a passion for working on engines and eventually in 2018; he started his own business called Downs Auto Body and Collision Repairs. He was known for his love for cars and motors so naturally this was something he was very good at.

Zach loved being outdoors riding go-carts, dirt bikes, and snowmobiling anything with a motor. Every year the couple would go to Masons pig roast and play in their mud pit. He loved to go off-roading. Some of his favorite things were wheeling & dealing, driving his Camaro and enjoying the sound of his tires burning. He loved to be at the beach they enjoyed many trips to Old Orchard Beach, Family camping trips to Sebago State park in Naples Maine as wells as trips back and forth to Orlando Florida. Most of all Zach loved teaching his girls all about automobiles. He would take them outside and together they would play with wrenches and bolts. They would always come in looking just as messy as their daddy covered from head to toe in grease.

A baby sister Brittany Downs and an older Brother Kasey Downs predecease Zachary, He is survived by his parents Eugenie and Wilson Downs, his significant other Krystal Pratt their 2 girls Addisyn and Harper Downs, his sisters Heather Downs, Bridgitte Clough & husband Harold, His brothers Waylon Fournier, Matthew Downs, Ryan Downs and Nick Downs. An abundance of Nieces and Nephews as well as a few great nieces and nephews. His extended family Father In-law David Pratt & Mother In-law Judith Pratt, Sister In-laws Kristy Pratt & boyfriend Harley Gordon, Bobbie Dougherty & Husband Chris and grandmother in-law Judith Lamontagne. Zach was a family man and had a special place in his heart for each and every person in his family, he will be missed dearly by all who knew him. Zach will always hold a special place in our hearts, he may be gone but he will NEVER be forgotten!

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Monica L. York - November 18, 1985 - February 23, 2022

Departed: 02/23/2022 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Rumford – Monica York, age 36 passed away at Maine Medical Center February 23, 2022, after suffering a stroke. Monica was born on November 18, 1985, to Wanda and Kevin York of Woodstock, Maine. Monica was a Telstar graduate, she used that education to complete her biggest goal of becoming a CNA. Her biggest joys were spending time with family, friends, and taking care of her two dogs, Shadow and Princess. She was looking forward to marrying the love of her life Peter Webber,

Monica is survived by parents Wanda and Kevin York, sister Heather York, brother Tony York and his fiancé Ashley Dickinson, her fiancé Peter Webber, she also leaves behind her loving grandmother Nancy Palmer as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins. She is predeceased by her loving grandparents, Herman Palmer, and Frank and Flossie York.

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Marilyn Gilbert - April 13, 1944 - February 17, 2022

Departed: 02/17/2022 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Bethel - Marilyn Gilbert passed away peacefully on February 17, 2022 at her home in West Bethel. She was born in West Bethel on April 13, 1927, daughter of Carroll and Mary Abbott. Marilyn attended West Bethel and Bethel schools, graduating from Gould Academy in 1944. She graduated from The Pelletier School of Beauty Culture in Augusta in April 1945 then worked in Lewiston as a hairdresser until she married Shirley B. Gilbert on May 30, 1946. They resided in West Bethel. Marilyn then owned and operated Gilbert's Beauty Shop in Bethel until the early 1950s. Marilyn was a member of the West Bethel Union Church, a Deaconess of the church, was active in the Ladies Aid and sang in the choir. She was also a member of the Bethel Senior Citizens.

Marilyn was devoted to her family and enjoyed spending time with them at camps at Thompson Lake and South Pond. In earlier years, she enjoyed snowmobiling and cross country skiing with her husband, Shirley. They both enjoyed car trips around Maine and visiting friends.

Marilyn was always ready for family dinners, celebrating birthdays and holidays. Her grandchildren and then great grandchildren looked forward to her desserts, especially the cookies.

Marilyn is survived by her children Reg (Becky Doncaster) Gilbert, Lindie (Steve) Blake, LeeAnn “Sig” (Jim) Kennie, and daughter-in-law Linda Gilbert; grandchildren Andrea (Ted) Desilets, Mike (Jen) Gilbert, Kate Kennie, Laura (Jerry) Shea, Heidi Blake, Malinda (Brian) Gagnon, Emily Guilbert, Abby (Doug) Savi; great grandchildren Jordan Desilets, Ryan and Rachel Gilbert, Alek Shea, Trinity Blake, Gabriel, Rebecca and Matteo Savi. She was predeceased by her parents, husband Shirley, son Bob and sister Joyce Bennett.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

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Mark Anthony - October 25, 1954 - February 12, 2022

Departed: 02/12/2022 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Hanover - Mark A. Anthony, age 67, passed away on February 12, 2022, at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, after a courageous battle with heart disease. He was born October 25, 1954, in Conway, New Hampshire, a son of the late Phillip and Susan Anthony. He graduated from the Portland High School, and joined the United States Marine Corps. He was a great father and all around great guy, no matter who you were he would always spark a conversation, even on his bad days he always made sure everyone was happy.

He was predeceased by his loving parents Philip and Susan Anthony. His brothers Kevin, Stevie, Ronnie and Billy. He is survived by his loving family his wife Tina Johnson, his son Mark Anthony, his daughter Melissa Anthony and his brothers Kevin, Stevie, Ronnie and Billy

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Brian R Douglass - June 07, 1958 - February 05, 2022

Departed: 02/05/2022 (Bethel)

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Brian R. Douglass, 63, of Bethel passed away unexpectedly at his home on February 5, 2022. Brian was born on June 7, 1958, in Lewiston, ME. to Richard and Grace (Taylor) Douglass of Bethel, ME. He graduated from Telstar High School in 1977 and continued to work for his family’s business, Richard A. Douglass INC. He was married in 1978 to his high school sweetheart, Gina Emery at which time they ventured off to Florida looking for new adventures and work. They finally ended up in Raleigh, NC. for 18 months learning on the job carpentry. They found the busy city life a huge change from living in the glorious mountains of quiet western Maine and decided family was much more important at which time they returned to Bethel.

Brian worked for his family's business with all his heart and soul for the rest of his life. His work in the field of rock and dirt evolved with his brother Brent by his side over many years even before finishing high school. The business started with his father Richard Douglass on a smaller scale with a backhoe and a dump truck and over the years they grew their business into a very active rock crushing company in a small quarry in Albany, ME. Their family business challenged him every day to work harder to crush the best product for every construction need over the years. He loved learning more and progressing every day to build their business. The crushing business kept him busy half of the year. During winters he and his brother plowed the Bethel Regional Airport and worked to repair crushing equipment for the next season. Brian and his brother were a team of many talents and worked diligently to build their business into what it is today. His job never felt like work for Brian but more like a hobby with the need to produce a great quality of product for everyone all over the area and beyond. He simply loved his work and the constant challenges it created daily.

When Brian wasn’t working in the quarry, which was very seldom, he loved cutting wood with his wife and sons which was almost meditative for him. Once in a while on weekends he would take a break from all the work that was never ending and take his favorite play toy, the jet boat and his family to his favorite spot on Richardson Lake. He loved to waterski, play games and relax on the beach. Thankfully the joy this gave him was immense. A couple times during the summer he’d hike to his favorite peaceful fishing hole and fish for trout in the quietness of the mountains, mosquitoes and all. He never came home without a delicious feast of fish. His patience and his work ethic were his strong points in his life and what everyone will remember about him. He loved his adult children, his grandson and grand dog with all his heart. All of them put a sparkle in his eye and a grin on his face.

Brian is survived by his wife Gina, his sons; Braden and his wife Andrea, and Bronson; his mother Grace; brothers; Bruce, Brent and his wife Shelley, and his sister Beth and her husband Chuck; grandson, Sawyer; grand dog, Penny; nieces; Brianna, Britany and River Ann. He was predeceased by his father Richard.

We’re very grateful for the Bethel Rescue’s prompt and difficult assistance the night of Brian’s passing. They were very helpful and gracious in a time of great need.

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John Colvocoresses Laban - August 06, 1941 - January 25, 2022

Departed: 01/25/2022 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: John Colvocoresses Laban of Bethel, Maine, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 of complications from Parkinson’s Disease. Although he grew up in Winchester, Massachusetts, John always considered himself a person from Maine and was happiest in the Maine woods. He graduated from the University of Maine with a degree in Forestry and Pulp and Paper, was President of his fraternity Beta Theta Pi, then became a B-52 pilot in the USAF and served in Vietnam. Upon discharge, he and his wife Suzanne moved to Bethel where he worked for the Chadbourne Corporation, the Bethel Inn, and later established the Laban Corporation for Land Management. While owning his own business, John also managed the Fairway Townhomes in Bethel. In all his professions John met and worked with amazing people and appreciated them all.

John and his wife Suzanne established themselves and their children, Christopher, Matthew, and Amy Laban in a traditional Maine farmhouse on the North Road in Bethel where they also raised sheep and Suzanne had a successful fiber and yarn business. John was an early member of the Mahoosuc Land Trust and Suzanne helped to bring the Bethel Area Health Center to the community. He also served on the SAD 44 School Board and on various other community committees. As his daughter has said, “John Laban was quite simply an amazing human. He had high expectations for those around him, but never higher than those he had for himself. He faced every challenge in his life head on and with utter determination to succeed, and he usually did. He loved so much of life and was known for having that special twinkle in his eyes so few of us possess.”

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Merrie Lee Ojeda - January 25, 1953 - January 22, 2022

Departed: 01/22/2022 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Merrie Lee Ojeda, 68, passed away Saturday, January 22, at her home in Bethel due to COVID complications while battling cancer. She was born to the late Seymour L. and Muriel E. Butters January 25, 1953, in Hartford, CT. Merrie Lee graduated from Telstar H.S. with the class of '71 and later received a BA in Social Services from the University of Maine. In 1974 she married Heriberto Ojeda of Durango, Mexico, and moved to the town of Presidios where she lived with her husband and their five children until 1990 when the family returned to Bethel.

Merrie Lee was an educational technician before earning her teaching degree and becoming the Spanish teacher at Telstar High School in 2000. She was passionate about her subject and working with her students. She enjoyed taking students on trips abroad. She loved Telstar High School and was one of its biggest supporters. She could be heard at games proudly and loudly cheering for the Rebels. She helped wherever she was needed, keeping score books, selling tickets, or supporting any way she could. She will be missed by the entire Telstar community.

Merrie Lee was always ready with a smile and a joke to ease someone else’s pain. Much like her mother, she would recite a rhyme or a piece of a poem or childhood song to bring a smile. She was devoted to her family and that devotion knew no bounds.

Merrie Lee loved her family and is survived by her loving husband Heriberto Ojeda; her five children: Victoria and husband Carlos Monsalve, Alexander Ojeda, David and wife Holly Ojeda, Sgt. Daniel Ojeda, and Lisandra Ojeda; her 7 grandchildren Shane, Selena, Secelia, Zenon, Rosalee, Carlitos, and Gabriel; her sisters: Bettyann and husband Sonny Hastings, Lottie and husband Bruce Stevens, her brothers Timothy and wife Gail Brooks, Ret. Col Anthony and wife Kathleen Butters. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, beloved cousins, family, and friends.

She was predeceased by her mother and father, Muriel and Seymour Butters, brother Bobby and sister Cindy.

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Anna Coline Crossley - November 13, 1938 - January 21, 2022

Departed: 01/21/2022 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: South Paris - Anna Coline Crossley, 83, of Bethel, Maine died on Friday, January 21, 2022, at Market Square Health Care Center, South Paris.

Anna was born in Woolwich, England on November 13, 1938, the daughter of Albert Edward and Coline Edith Gilham. She arrived in the United States in 1966, where she married Barry Edward Crossley.

She was a devoted Daughter, Sister, Wife, Mom, & Nana! Anna worked as a legal secretary and was most known for being a skilled seamstress. She loved all types of crafts and enjoyed every moment available to be social with friends and family. Her favorite activities were the many hours spent with her 2 grandchildren.

She is survived by her sister Brenda Taylor, daughters Sarah Crossley and Trevor Preece, Laura Scheidegger and Brian; two grandchildren Jonathan and Emma Scheidegger.

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Janice Godwin - October 14, 1932 - November 28, 2021

Departed: 11/28/2021 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Norway- Janice Godwin, 89, passed away peacefully Sunday November 28th, 2021 at Norway Rehabilitation and Living Center. She was born in Portland on October 14, 1932 the daughter of Frederick and Jennie Larrabee Hall. She Graduated from Casco High School in 1952. She lived in Raymond until she met her husband Reginald Godwin whom she married on June 17th 1967 and then resided in Bethel owning and running their chicken farm. She then moved to Bryant Pond to be with her Son and family in 1996. Janice was a member of the Rebekah’s and Grace Fellowship Church. She loved to knit and spend time with her grandchildren.

She is survived by 2 sons, Paul Godwin and Wife Deanna, Arthur Godwin and Wife Cathy; Grandchildren, Thomas Godwin and wife Nicole, Todd Godwin and Wife Jamie, Jessica Benson and Husband Andrew, Colton Godwin and wife Ashley, Vanessa Godwin and Fiance Logan Barlett; Great Grandchildren Zachary, Cooper, and Brinley; One sister Peggy Ann Cummings of Lewiston and many nieces and nephews. She is predeceased by her Husband Reginald, granddaughter Erin and multiple Brother and Sisters including her twin sister Jeannette Hinkley formally of Bethel.

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Philip Sheridan - December 29, 1950 - November 16, 2021

Departed: 11/16/2021 (Bethel)

Obituary Preview: Philip P. Sheridan, 70, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the son of the late J. Frank Sheridan and Katherine (Collins) Sheridan of Orleans, MA. Philip was born in Cambridge, MA on December 29, 1950 and he and his five siblings were raised in Canton, MA. He attended Xaverian Brothers High School,

class of 1968. He and his wife Christine (Eckler) were married on August 17,1973. Philip and Christine resided in Mansfield, MA where they raised their 3 children. Upon

retirement In 2014, the couple moved to Newry, ME to be closer to their grandsons. Philip began his career in the Army Reserve and took great pride in his work as an engineer on the USS Constitution. Following that work, he held different positions within the furniture business until 1983 when he began a job with Hallsmith Sysco in Norton, MA. He started by working in the warehouse and was promoted several times. He ultimately became the Director of Warehouse Operations for Sysco for many years

before retiring. Philip was a loving and devoted husband, father, Papa, brother and friend. Beloved husband of Christine (Eckler) Sheridan. Loving father of Matthew Sheridan and his wife Alicia of Plainville, MA, Melissa Sheridan and her husband Andrew Beaton of

Greenwood, ME and Stacey Larson and her husband Christopher of Tega Cay, SC. Devoted grandfather to Dylan, Owen, Eagan and Cj. Loyal brother to Jay Sheridan and his wife Jane, Linda Keohane, Eileen Berry and Kathy Golota and her husband Tom. He

was the favorite uncle to many nieces and nephews who he held dear to his heart. Philip was passionate about hockey and spent his free time playing in a men's hockey league well into his 60’s. He was a longtime youth hockey coach for the Tri County Saints and Sharpe Hockey. In addition, he also enjoyed genealogy research, skiing, golfing, music and spending time with his 4 grandsons.He was also a Deacon at the PVBC. Most recently, Dad was part of the community initiative to bring a skating rink to the Town of Bethel. He thought the entire community would benefit from it for many years to come. We have decided to focus support on his endeavor in Dad’s honor. In lieu of flowers, we’d kindly ask for any donations to be made to the Town of Bethel (earmark Phil Sheridan - Bethel Ice Rink) P.O Box 1660, Bethel, ME 04217 or to the

AWANA program for children at PVBC, 407 Flat Road, Bethel, ME 04217. Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at 2:00pm followed by a small service at Pleasant Valley Bible Church, 407 Flat Road, Bethel, ME. There will be a

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If you notice errors in an already-published obituary, contact the publication or website immediately. They will guide you through their correction process. Be prepared to provide proof of errors and corrections needed.

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Can I create an online memorial for my loved one?

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How long will an online obituary remain available?

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