May 23, 2025

Grand Isle--- Fernand Gendreau, 79, passed away unexpectedly May 23, 2025, at a Caribou hospital. He was born November 14, 1945, in Madawaska, a son of the late Wilfrid and Lucille (Plourde) Gendreau, and was raised by his mother and late stepfather, Ernest Gendreau.

Fern last worked for Fraser Paper and Albert Farms...

May 21, 2025

It's with heavy hearts that we say goodbye to our dear mom, Therese Picard, who peacefully left us on May 21, 2025, at St. Joseph Memory Care in Frenchville. She was 95 years old. Therese was born at home in St. Joseph, New Brunswick, to Alphee and Regina Lacombe. She was the third oldest of 12 children and loved...

May 21, 2025

St. David--- Aldeo L. Martin, 85, went home to be with the Lord with the peaceful embrace of his beloved late wife, Therese,  during the evening hours of May 21, 2025. He was born on June 18, 1939 in St. Basile, New Brunswick, Canada, the first of many children to the late Lionel and Genea (Therrien) Martin....

May 20, 2025

Fort Kent---Sharon Moseley Johnson, 86, of Fort Kent, Maine died on May 20, 2025, surrounded by loving family at her home from a long illness, or - as she said wryly - "after succumbing to the serious emotional distress from the 2024 presidential election."  Sharon was born August 9, 1938 in McKinney, Texas to Wendell Holmes "Pete" and Ruth...

May 19, 2025

Bristol, CT & Van Buren, ME--- F. "Tony" Blanchette, Sr., 86, peacefully entered into rest May 19, 2025, at Aroostook House of Comfort, Presque Isle, following a long illness. He was born in Torrington, CT, on November 17, 1938, a son of the late William and Louise (Roy) Blanchette, Sr.

Tony last worked...

May 16, 2025

Van Buren/Madawaska---Alice Pelletier, 56, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025, in Maine. A devoted mother, grandmother, beloved sister, and dear friend.  She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.  Born in New Britain, Connecticut, and residing in Maine, Alice's greatest joy was her family. She leaves behind her children, Adam, Alyssa, and Ryan, her grandson, Adam...

May 14, 2025

Madawaska--- Therese M. Dumais, 89, passed away peacefully May 14, 2025, at a Fort Kent healthcare facility. She was born April 25, 1936 in St. Agatha, a daughter of the late J. Henry and Marie (Picard) Dumais.

Therese was a lifelong educator, and her love of children was evidenced at the many family...

May 13, 2025

St. Francis---Jeannette Jandreau, 105, passed away May 13, 2025, at a Fort Kent health care facility.  She was born in St. Francis on November 26, 1919, a daughter of the late Lazeme and Edith (Bourgoin) Thibodeau.  In her younger years, she enjoyed knitting, rug making, and canning.  She especially loved spending time with her children and many grandchildren.  She...

May 10, 2025

Ashland--- Anne Hall, 75, peacefully entered into Eternal Life and into the waiting arms of her beloved late husband on May 10, 2025, at a Frenchville healthcare facility, following several years of failing health. She was born June 5, 1949 in Ashland, a son of the late F. "Bert" and Eva (Boucher) Despres, and was a graduate...

May 9, 2025

New Canada--Raynold "Ray" Theriault Jr., 68, passed away peacefully at his beloved home along the Fish River on May 9, 2025. Ray was born in Fort Kent on April 20, 1957. A lifelong resident of northern Maine, Ray's profound connection to the woods, the water, and—most importantly—his family was the cornerstone and bedrock of his life.

Ray...

May 8, 2025

Grand Isle/Madawaska---Victorine Ringuette Dionne, 91, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025, at Northern Maine Medical Center after a period of declining health. Born on December 12, 1933, in Rivière Verte, New Brunswick, Canada, she was the daughter of Levite and Anna (Dupèré) Ringuette. Victorine began her life's work as an educator at the remarkably young age of 17,...

May 6, 2025

Madawaska---Donald R. Parent, 82, passed away on May 6, 2025, at a Madawaska health care facility.  He was born in Madawaska on June 24, 1942, son of the late Joseph and Claudia (Ringuette) Parent.  He worked at Fraser Paper for many years until his retirement.  He joined the United States Army, serving in the Vietnam War.  He enjoyed traveling...

May 6, 2025

Hamlin and Grand Falls, NB--- Irene Belanger, 89, peacefully entered into rest May 6, 2025, at a Caribou hospital, with her loving family at her side. She was born February 27, 1936, in Caswell, a daughter of the late Abraham and Mary-Ann (Pelletier) Labreck.

Irene was a devoted wife and mother who prided...

May 5, 2025

Eagle Lake--- George E. Saucier, 78, passed away May 5, 2025, at a Fort Kent hospital, following a short illness. He was born in Wallagrass on February 14, 1947, a son of the late Ronaldo and Yvonne (Plourde) Saucier.

George last worked with Irving Lumber Mill, Ashland, for over 30 years, and began at the location when...

May 4, 2025

Van Buren and Limestone --- Glenda C. Roy, 77, died May 4, 2025, at a Caribou hospital, following a brief period of declining health. She was born October 18, 1947 in Cyr Plantation, a daughter of the late Onezime and Bertha (Violette) Ouellette.

She is survived by one daughter, Michelle Albert and her...

May 3, 2025

CROSS LAKE – Raynold Pelletier, 93, of Cross Lake, Maine passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.  Born on July 16, 1931, to Joseph and Estelle (Guerette) Pelletier, Raynold spent nearly his entire life in the community he loved.  Throughout Raynold's work years, he farmed the family farm in Daigle, worked at...

May 2, 2025

Fort Kent--- Phelda (Plourde) Blier, 90, left this earth for her heavenly home on Friday, May 2, 2025. She was born December 26, 1934, in Fort Kent, the first born of 14 children to the late Josepha and Edwina (Charette) Plourde.

Phelda foremost considered herself a mom and housewife who loved to cook....

May 2, 2025

Madawaska---Beverly Ann (Fournier) Madore of Madawaska, ME passed away unexpectedly on May 2, 2025 at the age of 88.  She was born on March 28, 1937, in Fort Kent, ME the daughter of Ray and Aline (Ouellette) Fournier.  Bev graduated from Fort Kent Community High School with honors.  She attended UMFK for one year and then pursued an education...

Apr 30, 2025

Frederick C. Michaud, 77 of Corpus Christi, Texas and formerly of Madawaska, Maine, passed away peacefully on 4/30,2025.  It is with sad and heavy heart that the Michaud family announces Frederick's passing after a long and courageous battle with cancer.  Frederick was born in Edmundston, New Brunswick, Canada, to his parents Aline and Conrad Michaud.  His stepfather Francis "Mac"...

Apr 28, 2025

Fort Kent---Beatrice "Bea" Marie Daigle, 76, of Fort Kent, Maine, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.  Born on February 12, 1949, to Rella and Sylvio Daigle, Bea spent nearly her entire life in the town she loved. She always knew she wanted to care for others. She followed that path to...