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2006 Obituaries

2006 Obituaries

Elizabeth W. Hentz

Harpswell- Elizabeth W. Hentz, 95, died peacefully Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2006, at the Vicarage By The Sea in Harpswell.

She was born in Woburn, MA on Nov. 13, 1911, a daughter of Walter and Jesse West. Betty attended Woburn Schools and later graduated from Framingham State College majoring in diet and nutrition. After college she moved to Niagara Falls, NY where she demonstrated cooking on electric ranges, relatively new at the time, for Niagara Hudson. Her husband Gordon was an executive there; they met, and were married in May of 1937.

They lived in Ohio and Massachusetts where she was active in local churches.

The two moved to Harpswell in 1970. She was an active member of the Kellogg Church and enjoyed many activities including gardening and cooking.

She moved to Thornton Oaks in Brunswick with her husband in 1994. They were happy together there until his passing in 1999.

Her health declined in 2004 and she went to the Vicarage By The Sea in 2005 where she was very happy for her remaining days.

Her warm smile and gentle ways affected many who met her.

She was the beloved mother of daughter Jane Hentz of Coventry, RI, son James Hentz of Brunswick, ME, and grandmother of granddaughters Laura Bean and Amy Mocarshy of R.I.

A private memorial service will be held in Harpswell and another to be announced at a later date.

Memorial contributions, in Elizabeth’s name, may be made to the Vicarage By The Sea, 9 Vicarage Lane, Harpswell, ME

Samuel E. Trussell

Pittston-Samuel E. Trussell, 95, of Wiscasset Rd. passed away on Wednesday, December 6, 2006 at Veterans Administration Medical Center, Togus.

He was born on September 21, 1911 in Dresden the son of Wilmot and Nina (Johnson) Trussell.

Sam proudly served his country in the United States Army during WWII. He was a self employed farmer his entire life.

Sam was a member of the Dresden Methodist Church, Dresden Grange and the Dresden Masonic Lodge.

He enjoyed writing poems in his earlier years, baseball, animals, and past Capt. of the Church baseball team. Sam was also the Valedictorian of his class at the Bridge Academy in Dresden.

He was predeceased by his parents and several Brothers and Sisters. Sam is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years Alice Trussell of Dresden, children Sharon Rackliff of Dresden, Linda Parks of Pittston, Cheryl Bruno and her husband Paul of Union, Beverly Acord and her Husband Michael of Pittston, Mike Trussell and his wife Maureen of Waterville, 12 Grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews and cousins.

A graveside service will take place on Monday, December 11th at 1pm at Forest Hill Cemetery in Dresden.

In Sam’s memory donations may be made to: VAVS Department of Veterans Affairs 1 VA Medical Center Dr. Togus 04330.

Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home 130 Pleasant St. Richmond, Me 04357

James D. Nason

Richmond-James D. Nason, 82, of the Alexander Reed Rd. Passed away on November 23, 2006 at Amenity Manor in Topsham.

He was born in Canaan on May 28, 1924 the son of Grover and Etta (Bragg) Nason.

Jim proudly served his country on the Army Air Corp. During WWII.

He worked for himself for over 50 years as an automobile mechanic and body shop repairman.

Jim enjoyed working with his hands and on cars. He especially enjoyed time spent with family.

Jim was predeceased by his parents, sister’s Gwen Costella, Mary Laprise, brother’s Clayton and Chester Nason. He is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years Marjorie Nason of Richmond, son Gary Nason and his wife Carolyn of Richmond, sister Eileen Booker of Clinton, grandchildren Katherine Girma, Penny Simpson, great grandchildren Adam, Leah, Jenna and several nieces.

A celebration of life will take place on Sunday, December 17th at 1pm at Kincer Funeral Home with Pastor Farley officiating and military honors. Burial will take place in Maine Veterans Cemetery.

Condolences may be expressed at www.kincerfuneralhome.com

Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home 130 Pleasant St. Richmond, Me 04357

Edward G. Melanson

Topsham-Edward G. Melanson, 85, of River Rd. Bowdoinham passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2006 at Amenity Manor.

He was born on April 25, 1921 in Corberrie, Nova Scotia, the son of Peter and Alma (Amirault) Melanson.

Although he spent a lifetime as a carpenter, Ed spent 4 years in the Canadian Navy serving on the HMCS Joliette and HMS Nipigon Naval Ships. He also worked for the National Research Council in Ottawa, co-owned Melanson Brothers Construction in Wilbraham, Massachusetts and Friendship Motor Inn in Old Orchard Beach.

Ed enjoyed woodworking, hunting, fishing, gardening and just being an outdoorsman.

He was predeceased by his parents and 5 siblings. Ed was survived by his beloved wife of 61 years, Corinne Melanson of Topsham, daughter Gail Shears of Fairport, New York, granddaughter Kimberly Shears of Middletown, Connecticut, brother John Melanson and his wife Verna of Canada, several nieces, nephews, and many friends.

Family and friends are invited to call on Monday, November 20th from 4 to 6pm at Kincer Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will take place on Tuesday, November 21st at 11am at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in Richmond.

In Ed’s memory donations may be made to: the charity of your choice.

Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home, 130 Pleasant St. Richmond, ME 04357.

Gerald “Jerry” Norton Seigars Sr.

Mt. Holly, N.J. - Gerald N. Seigars, 69, of Richmond, died on Saturday, November 4, 2006, in Mt. Holly, New Jersey.

Gerald was born on January 11, 1937, the son of Albert John and Alice Plummer (Trask) Seigars. Gerald attended Richmond schools. On September 3, 1955 he married June C. Fossett. He worked for Ernest Purinton in Richmond for 18 years before beginning his own construction company; Gerald Seigars Trucking in 1973.

Gerald loved meeting and helping people, country music, antique equipment, boating, horse pulling and wintering in Florida. He was a member of many organizations including Village Lodge #26 A.F & A.M., Lebanon chapter #8, ME Commandry #1, Kora Shrine Temple, Kora Karts, Merrymeeting Shrine Club, Kennebec Valley Shrine Club, Pine Tree Truck Association, Highland Village Mobile Home Assoc., and the American Antique Truck Association. He was also the past President of the Lions Club and past President of the Conrad Mobile Home Association down in Florida.

Gerald was predeceased by his parents, son Stephen Lee Seigars in 1994, brothers Clayton, Earl, Albert, Robert and Raymond, and a sister Marion Lilly.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 51 years June, son Gerald Seigars Jr. and wife Carol of Dresden, daughters; Patricia Deer and husband Carl Wayne of FL, Kathleen Seigars of Richmond, daughter in law KathyRae Beckwith of Monmouth, brothers; Guy D. Seigars of Richmond, sister Rebecca Small and her husband Dale of Richmond, grandchildren; Christopher Seigars and his wife Kellie of WA, Carrie Lynn Goodreau of MA, Joseph Deer of FL, Allyson Seigars of Farmingdale, Elizabeth Seigars of Farmingdale, Brian Seigars of Richmond, Sara Ames and husband Jaime of WI, 4 great-grandchildren Danielle Seigars, Madison Seigars, Sailor Ames, Stephen Goodreau, many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends are invited to call on Tuesday, November 7th from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8pm at Kincer Funeral Home with a Masonic Service being held at 7pm. A funeral Service will take place on Wed. November 8th at 11am at the Funeral Home. Burial will follow in the Richmond Cemetery on Main St. A gathering will take place at the Richmond American Legion Carding Machine Rd. Richmond after the burial.

In Jerry’s memory donations may be made to the American Cancer Society 1 Main St. Topsham, Me 04086 or the Autism Association 72B Main St. Winthrop, Me 04364

Condolences may be expressed at www.kincerfuneralhome.com

Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home 130 Pleasant St. Richmond, Me 04357.

Joseph M. Huston

Richmond-Joseph M. Huston, 69, of the Alexander Reed Rd. passed away Oct. 26, 2006 after a short illness with his wife by his side.

He was born on March 3, 1937 in Portland the son of John and Annie (Merrill) Huston.

Joe enjoyed fishing, tinkering on his car, particularly listening to music by Slim Clark.

He was a farmer most of his life, working for Green Point Farms in Dresden, Chicks Orchard in Monmouth, Popp’s Farm in Dresden and the Thomas farm in Richmond.

Joe was predeceased by his parents, sister Lucille Stone, Ella Hooper, Lynn Jones, Eva Pratt, Amy Huston, brother Robert Huston.

Joe is survived by his beloved wife of 36 years Elizabeth Huston of Richmond, daughter Marsha Pratt and her husband Michael of Hallowell, son’s David Smith of Lewiston, Dean Smith and wife Trish of Virginia, Francis “Frank” Huston and companion Penny Pelletier of Richmond, Joseph Huston Jr., of Richmond, 12 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 4 to 7pm at Kincer Funeral Home. A funeral service will take place on Sunday at 1pm at the Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Richmond.

In Jospeh’s memory donations may be made to the American Cancer Society 1 Main St. Topsham, Me 04086.

Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home 130 Pleasant St. Richmond, Me 04357.

Joseph M. Huston

Richmond-Joseph M. Huston, 69, of the Alexander Reed Rd. passed away Oct. 26, 2006 after a short illness with his wife by his side.

He was born on March 3, 1937 in Portland the son of John and Annie (Merrill) Huston.

Joe enjoyed fishing, tinkering on his car, particularly listening to music by Slim Clark.

He was a farmer most of his life, working for Green Point Farms in Dresden, Chicks Orchard in Monmouth, Popp’s Farm in Dresden and the Thomas farm in Richmond.

Joe was predeceased by his parents, sister Lucille Stone, Ella Hooper, Lynn Jones, Eva Pratt, Amy Huston, brother Robert Huston.

Joe is survived by his beloved wife of 36 years Elizabeth Huston of Richmond, daughter Marsha Pratt and her husband Michael of Hallowell, son’s David Smith of Lewiston, Dean Smith and wife Trish of Virginia, Francis “Frank” Huston and companion Penny Pelletier of Richmond, Joseph Huston Jr., of Richmond, 12 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.

Family and friends are invited to call on Saturday, Oct. 28 from 4 to 7pm at Kincer Funeral Home. A funeral service will take place on Sunday at 1pm at the Funeral Home. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, Richmond.

In Jospeh’s memory donations may be made to the American Cancer Society 1 Main St. Topsham, Me 04086.

Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home 130 Pleasant St. Richmond, Me 04357.

Deborah A. Seigars

Brunswick-Deborah A. Seigars, 39, of Mill St. passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, October 18, 2006 at her residence.

She was born in Gardiner on July 4, 1967 the daughter of Raymond and Sylvia (James) Seigars.

Deborah enjoyed helping others, knitting, shopping for her unborn grandchild, going to the movies, spending time with her nieces and nephews. She continually worked towards being the best she could be.

Deborah was predeceased by her father Raymond Seigars, and her special friend Scott Barnes. She is survived by her mother Sylvia Seigars of Richmond, daughter Kayla Seigars of Richmond, son Dustan Barnes of Brunswick, brothers Timothy Seigars of

Richmond, Michael Seigars and his wife Danielle of Gardiner, sister Tamara Newton and her husband Scott of West Gardiner, nieces Isabella Chapman, Amber James, nephews Camerin Seigars, Robert Pratt, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Family and friends are invited to visit on Friday, October 20th from 6 to 8pm at Kincer Funeral Home. A graveside service will take place on Sunday, October 22 at 2pm at the Forest Hill Cemetery, Dresden. Pastor Don Davenport will be officiating.

Condolences may be expressed at www.kincerfuneralhome.com

Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home 130 Pleasant St. Richmond, Me 04357.

Diana Coe Berry Rudloe

BOWDOINHAM — Diana Coe Berry Rudloe, 68, died Friday, Sept. 29, 2006, in her childhood home in Bowdoinham surrounded by her family.

She was born in Boston on March 18, 1938, the daughter of Ledlie and Priscilla Berry of Merrymeeting Farm in Bowdoinham. Her godparents were Robert Peter Tristam Coffin and Virginia Gilles.

In 1993, she was diagnosed with a serious autoimmune liver disease. She kept this disease at bay with a positive attitude and by combining traditional western medicine with Chinese healing arts.

She touched the lives of hundreds of immigrant and refugee students in the Portland Public Schools' Multilingual and Multicultural Center for a quarter of a century. Beginning in 1981, she set up the structure of the English as a Second Language program at both the elementary and middle school levels and helped to develop ESL curriculum and materials. Most recently, she was the lead coordinator of ESL testing and assessment in the district. She was known for her encyclopedic knowledge of her specialty and was a role model and mentor for new ESL teachers across the country.

She received her training through the University of Michigan; The English Language Institute in Florence, Italy; and the Boston University NDEA Institute for Teachers of ESL. She was a graduate of the Emma Willard boarding school. She received a bachelor's degree, cum laude, from Brown University as an English literature major. She held a master's degree in elementary education with a concentration in reading from Antioch University.

She lived and worked in Italy for two years, where she received a language scholarship from the Italian government and began her teaching career.

She will be remembered for her grace, charm and style.

She is survived by a daughter, Stephanie Rudloe of New York City; a son, Isaac Rudloe and his wife, Tiffany, of New Orleans, La.,; and two brothers and their families, Bruce Berry and David Berry of Bowdoinham

A memorial service was held Sunday.

Memorial donations may be made to the Multilingual Program, Portland Public Schools, 150 Ocean Ave., Portland, ME 04103; or Chans Home Health Care, 50 Baribeau Drive, Brunswick, ME 04011.

Arrangements are by Kincer Funeral Home, 130 Pleasant St., Richmond.

Mildred Dunn

Richmond-Mildred Dunn, 78, of Mt. Dora Florida and formerly of Richmond passed away on September 25, 2006 in Eustis Florida.

She was born in New Haven Ct. the daughter of the late Frank and Priscilla (Ambrose) Miller of Connecticut and Walter P. Rice of Maine on January 10, 1928.

She is survived by daughters Priscilla Zweifel of Florida, Lisa Humphries of Texas, sons Gene Spillane of Florida, Bill Dunn of Connecticut, sister Marion White of Bath, brothers Steve Miller of Florida, Harvey Rice of Bowdoinham, William Rice of Alna, Wilfred Rice of Woolwich, 7 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. She was predeceased by 4 sisters and six brothers.

Family and friends are invited to visit from 4 to 7pm on Sunday, October 1st at Kincer Funeral Home. Burial will take place on Monday, October 2nd at the Old Maine Veterans Cemetery in Augusta at 9am.

Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home 130 Pleasant St. Richmond, Me 04357.

DONNA M. CROSMAN

RICHMOND-Donna M. (Baker) Crosman, age 61, died on Friday, September 22, 2006 at her home on Hideaway Lane in Richmond after a four-month battle with pancreatic cancer.

She was born in Bath, Maine and lived on the Barley Neck Road in Woolwich, Maine with her parents, Kenneth and Madeline "Hilda" Baker.

She graduated from Woolwich Elementary School, Bath Jr. High School, Morse High School (Class of 1962) and from Gorham State Teachers College with her husband, Richard, in 1966. On June 18, 1966 she married Richard Crosman of Topsham, Maine.

Donna held several positions as a teacher and later as a guidance counselor in MSAD #40. First as a science teacher, then after an 8-year hiatus while she raised her daughters, as a 5th grade teacher at Miller Grade School in Waldoboro. She later taught at A.D. Gray Junior High before taking a sabbatical to earn her Masters Degree in school counseling. After 25 years in public education, she retired and began a successful antique business with her husband.

During the summers Donna joined her husband in buying and selling nautical items off their front lawn on Route #1 in Waldoboro for over 20 years. This part-time venture led to Dick and Donna creating D & D Collectibles which allowed them to travel all over the state to auctions and sell antiques and collectibles at the Rockland Marketplace Antique Shop as well as on eBay, which they both enjoyed doing very much.

In the summer of 2002 she and Dick moved to Richmond to be closer to the grandchildren and other family members. One of Donna’s favorite activities was to have large, extended family cookouts where she could watch the grandchildren enjoying their swimming pool.

She was predeceased by her mother, Madeline (Henderson) Baker in 1995; and her youngest sister, Janice (Baker) Dodd in 2004. She is survived by her husband of 40 years, Richard; by daughter Kimberly Quirion, son-in-law Keith, and grandchildren Rachel and Tyler, all of Randolph; and daughter Kari Crosman of Richmond. Other survivors include her father, Kenneth Baker of Woolwich; brother-in-law, Don Dodd of Woolwich; her sister, Toni Bryant of Harpswell;and sister Barbara Billings and husband, Russell, of Woolwich. She is further survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins and many, many friends.

An Internment Service will be held in the Chapel at the new Maine Veterans’ Cemetery on the Mt. Vernon Road in Augusta at 2pm on Thursday, September 28th. A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 30th, at 11am at the Kincer Funeral Home. Following the Memorial Service friends and family are invited for refresments provided by the ladies of Unit #132 Auxiliary at the Emerson & Lane Post #132, American Legion Hall, on the Carding Machine Road in Richmond.

Donna had requested that in lieu of flowers, contributions could be made in her memory to: North Woolwich Methodist Church, Attn: Pastor John Thorpe, 35 Chopps Cross Road, Woolwich, Maine 04579.

Dick and the family would like to thank Dr. Trudi Chase, MD, nurses Mikey and Susie and all the other caregivers at MCCM for their care, compassion, encouragement and love that was extended to Donna during her time of need. Also, a very "big hug" and thank you goes out to all the members of CHANS-HOSPICE in Brunswick whose remembered names include: Sally, JO, Bev, Beverly, MJ, Karen (and more). Your caring, compassion, and expertise was seen with every visit and it was noted and appreciated.

Condolences may be expressed at www.kincerfuneralhome.com

Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home 130 Pleasant St. Richmond, Me 04357

Carl B. Townes

Richmond-Carl B. Townes, 89, of the Alexander Reed Rd. passed away on September 22, 2006 at MaineGeneral Medical Center, Augusta.

He was f born in Randolph, on June 30, 1917 the son of Merle and Marion Townes and attended local schools.

He enjoyed Gardening, (grew cantaloupes this year successfully in his garden & devoured them while hospitalized ) Cooking, ( could make some awesome corn chowder ) Carpentry projects ( house repairs and renovations ), and was a gifted mechanic ( took an outboard motor apart once piece by piece, and put it back together again; it worked better than it did originally- when it was new).

Carl was awarded a Silver Badge by The Grand Lodge of the International Association of Machinists & Aerospace Workers for 25 years of loyal service.

He worked for Bath Iron Works and Pejepscot Paper Company where he was a Machine Shop Foreman.

Carl was predeceased by his loving wife Martha

He is survived by a devoted son, Bradford Townes and his wife Mary of Richmond, daughter, Pamela Gartley and her husband Bill of Tacoma Lake and 3 Grandchildren and 4 Great-Grandchildren.

There will be no funeral services. Internment at Hillside Cemetery in Lisbon Falls

In Lieu of flowers- Please donate to the American Cancer Society: One Main Street, Topsham Maine 04086

Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home 130 Pleasant St. Richmond, Me 04357.

Mary Evelyn Heath Ackley Riske

Bowdoinham-M. Evelyn Heath Riske, 95, of Bay Rd. passed away Monday, September 18, 2006 at Freeport Nursing Home, Freeport

She was born in Bowdoinham on October 28, 1910 the daughter of Andrew and Mary (Webber) Heath. She was a life long resident of Bowdoinham.

In her early years she delivered mail from the rail road depot to the Bowdoinham Post Office and later on in her life she was a social worker for the State of Maine working in Bowdoinham and surrounding towns.

Evelyn was active in the Bowdoinham Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary for many years, serving alongside her husband George E. Ackley who was Bowdoinham’s Fire Chief for 18 years. She was a member of the Eastern Star Electa Chapter #2 in Bowdoinham serving in the position of Esther for many years. She was also, a member of the Pythian Sisters, the Grange, and the Second Baptist Church. Evelyn was also the recipient of the Boston Post Cane.

She enjoyed being at home with family and friends.

Evelyn was predeceased by her parents, her first husband George E. Ackley and second husband W. Almon Riske, brothers Fred, Frank and Herbert Heath. She is survived by her sons John Ackley and his wife Marlene of Bowdoinham, Robert Ackley and his wife Anne of Topsham, 2 nieces of Cheryl Lord and her husband Steve, Sylvia Hultman and her husband Steve and their children all of Bowdoinham, nephew Clinton Heenie and his wife Rebecca of Litchfield and his children, grandchildren Scott Ackley and his wife Stephanie, Michael Ackley of Topsham, great grandchildren Joshua and MacKenzie Ackley of Freeport and Brian Ackley of Topsham.

Family and friends are invited to visit on Wednesday, September 20th from 6 to 9pm at Kincer Funeral Home. Funeral services will take place on Thursday, September 21st at 1pm at the funeral home. Burial will follow in Bayview Cemetery, Bowdoinham.

In Evelyn’s memory donations may be made the Second Baptist Church Main St. Bowdoinham, Me 04008 or the Salvation Army of your choice.

Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home 130 Pleasant St. Richmond, Me 04357.