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Diane "Babe" Jandreau
Oct 16, 2026
Fort Kent--- Diane “Babe” Jandreau, age 85, passed peacefully in Fort Kent after a courageous battle with Lewy Body Dementia on October 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.
Babe was a graduate of UMFK in 1974. She worked at the Fort Kent Post Office for 21 years. Prior to her postal career, she taught school in Fort Kent, St. Francis...
Joel H. Fongemie
Oct 12, 2026
Madawaska – Joel H. Fongemie - 75 passed away peacefully on Monday October 12, 2026. He was born in Madawaska on July 14, 1951, son of the late Albert and Lucienne (Dionne) Fongemie. One of Joel’s greatest joys was sharing his talents and knowledge with his children, grandchildren, his brother, and the friends he worked closely with throughout his life....
Laura Saucier
Oct 9, 2026
Wallagrass--- Laura Saucier, 104, peacefully entered into Eternal Life and into the waiting arms of her late husband and son on October 9, 2026, just following her birthday. She was born October 5, 1922, in Caribou, a daughter of the late Francis and Sophie (Fournier) Saucier.
Laura was a life member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary, the American Legion Auxiliary, the...
Mark A. Morneault
Oct 8, 2026
Mark Anthony Morneault, of Fort Kent, Maine, passed away on Thursday, October 8, 2026 surrounded by his loving family.
Born December 28, 1961, in Bangor, ME, Mark was the son of Joel and Lise (Levesque) Morneault. A lifelong Catholic, his faith was an important part of his life and provided him with strength and guidance. He was a member of St....
David Joseph Dionne
Oct 7, 2026
Madawaska---David Joseph Dionne, 70, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at a Fort Kent health care facility. He was born in Edmundston, New Brunswick on February 27, 1956, son of the late George Emile and Therese (Corriveau) Dionne. David took great pride in his work and dedicated over 50 years to Ed...
Anne F. Deschaine
Oct 6, 2026
Madawaska---It is with profound sadness, yet with gratitude for a life beautifully lived, that we announce the peaceful passing of Anne F. Deschaine, on October 6, 2026, at the age of 97, at a local health facility in Madawaska, Maine. Anne was born on August 7, 1929, in St. Basile, New Brunswick, Canada, to Aimé and Olive (Clavet) Fournier. Growing...
Arlo Caron
Oct 1, 2026
Allagash--- Arlo Caron, 85, peacefully passed away October 1, 2026, at Maine Veterans Home-Caribou, following a short illness. He was born in Allagash on January 10, 1941, the only child of the late Lionel and Esther (Kelly) Caron and was a graduate of Lee Academy in Lee.
Arlo was drafted into the US Army during Vietnam. After serving overseas, he returned...
Lestina Pelletier
Sep 30, 2026
Madawaska--- Lestina “Liz” Pelletier, 97, peacefully entered into Eternal Life and into the waiting arms of her late husband September 30, 2026, at a Frenchville healthcare facility. She was born on August 26, 1929, in Caribou, a daughter of the late Eugene and Mamie (Dubois) Bouchard.
Liz worked many years with Highview Manor, assisting residents with their physical therapy and needs....
Corey M. Daigle
Sep 30, 2026
Fort Kent--- Corey Daigle, 42, passed away peacefully on September 30, 2026, with his family by his side.
Corey was funny, witty, loving, and completely one-of-a-kind. His personality could fill a room, and his sense of humor could make people laugh even when they probably shouldn’t. He had a gift for making ordinary moments memorable, and there will never be another...
Helen M. Carbonneau
Sep 23, 2026
Saco and Van Buren---Helen M. Carbonneau, 68, passed away September 23, 2026 at the Aroostook House of Comfort in Presque Isle after a courageous battle with lung cancer. She was born on August 12, 1958 in Fort Kent, the daughter of Adrien and Lucille (Sirois) Carbonneau. She graduated from Van Buren High School and received her BA degree from Tulane...
Milton F. Brown
Sep 23, 2026
Fort Kent---Milton F. Brown, 81, passed away on September 23, 2026, at a Fort Kent health care facility. He was born in Eagle Lake on September 18, 1945, son of the late Lawrence and Eva (Saucier) Brown. He is survived by one daughter, Kymberly Ann Hopp and her husband Richard of New Hampshire; three grandchildren, Kyle Snell, Kayla Burrill and...
Richard J. Deschenes
Sep 22, 2026
Madawaska — Richard “Dick” Deschenes, 86, of Madawaska, Maine, passed away peacefully at Country Village on September 22, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 13, 1940, in Edmundston, New Brunswick. Dick was a devoted father and cherished grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle and friend. He will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, welcoming nature and unmistakable smile....
Anita M. Clavette
Sep 18, 2026
Anita Marie (Sirois) Clavette, 89, died September 18, 2026, at Northern Maine Medical Center in Fort Kent, surrounded by her loving family. Anita will be remembered for her devotion to family, her deep faith, her lifelong love of learning, and her generous service to the community she called home.
She was born June 15, 1937, in Madawaska, Maine, daughter of Donat...
Philip L. Dumond
Sep 18, 2026
FORT KENT--- Philip Dumond passed away on September 18, 2026, nine days before his 95th birthday. Among his peers, he will be remembered as a legend for his dedication to the Maine Warden Service.
Born September 27, 1931, Philip was the son of the late George and Emma (Austin) Dumond. He grew up with his nine siblings on the family farm...
Joseph C. Coulombe
Sep 17, 2026
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Joseph Clarence Coulombe on September 17, 2026. Born on May 1, 1940, in Hartford, Connecticut, Joseph was a beloved son of Edwin and Hedwidge Daigle Coulombe. He was a man of great character, whose life was a testament to love, resilience, and joy.
Joseph, affectionately known as Clarence, spent...
Marie B. Dumond
Sep 17, 2026
Van Buren--- Marie B. Dumond, 75, passed away peacefully September 17, 2026, with her loving husband at her side. She was born July 24, 1951 in Bristol, CT, a daughter of the late Clarence and Eleanor (Makara) Clayton Sr.
Marie was employed by Dr. Charles Plourde at his optometry office for over 20 years. Marie was not only an employee but...
Jeanne V. Corriveau
Sep 16, 2026
Van Buren--- Jeanne V. Corriveau, 77, peacefully entered into Eternal Life on September 16, 2026, at a Caribou hospital, following a brief illness. She was born August 16, 1949, in Van Buren, a daughter of the late Paul and Simone (Martin) St. Pierre.
Jeanne last worked at the former Yacht Club for many years where she entertained visiting patrons with her...
Pauline "Polly" Jackson
Sep 13, 2026
Fort Kent--- Pauline “Polly” Jackson, 88, passed away peacefully September 13, 2026. She was born October 16, 1937, in Allagash, a daughter of the late Charles and Marianne (Cyr) Jackson.
At Polly’s request, funeral services were private. Arrangements were a service of Lajoie-Daigle Funeral Home, 14 E. Main St., Fort Kent. To share condolences online, please visit www.LajoieFuneralHome.com
Louis Belanger
Sep 11, 2026
St. John--- Louis F. Belanger, 83, passed away unexpectedly September 11, 2026, following a short illness. He was born October 10, 1942, in Washington, DC, a son of the late Toby Belanger and Madeleine Berube.
He worked many years in Connecticut, owning his own construction company, and later was a manager of a New Jersey golf course. Following his retirement, he...
Genesta (Gerow) Roy
Sep 11, 2026
Eagle Lake--- Genesta A. Roy, 80, passed away Friday, September 11, 2026, at a Bangor healthcare facility, following a short illness. She was born July 17, 1946, in Edmundston, NB, Canada, a daughter of the late Harold and Greta (Soule) Gerow and was a graduate from Ashland High School.
Genesta obtained her nursing degree from Maine Medical Center, Portland, and went...

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