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Robert Joel Beaulieu
Dec 24, 2024
Madawaska — Robert J. Beaulieu, 68, peacefully entered into eternal rest December 24, 2024, following a long, hard year of declining health, surrounded by his loving wife, children and siblings.  He was born June 5, 1956, in Madawaska, the oldest son of the late Armand and Rilla (Michaud) Beaulieu and was a graduate of Madawaska High School, Class of...
Donald B. Cyr
Dec 24, 2024
Madawaska--- Donald B. Cyr, 81, peacefully passed away during the early hours of Christmas Eve, December 24, 2024, at his home with his loving family at his side. He was born September 15, 1943, in St. David, a son of the late Oneil D. and Isabelle Cyr, and was a 1962 graduate of Madawaska High School.
...John Lionel Lizotte
Dec 24, 2024
St. David--- John L. Lizotte, 71, passed suddenly on December 24, 2024. He was born December 5, 1953, in Hartford, CT, a son of the late Lionel and Theresa (Fortin) Lizotte and graduated from Madawaska High School.
He enlisted with the US Army in 1975 and served in Germany during the end of Vietnam. Following his return...
Roderick Soucie
Dec 22, 2024
Eagle Lake--- Roderick F. Soucie, 80, peacefully entered into rest December 22, 2024, at his home, with his loving family at his side. He was born August 24, 1944, in Winterville, a son of the late Fred and Bernice (Thibodeau) Soucie, and was graduate of Fort Kent High School, Class of 1963.
Following...
Clarence Cyr
Dec 19, 2024
Madawaska--- Clarence R. Cyr, 85, peacefully entered into rest December 19, 2024, following a courageous battle with cancer, with his loving wife at his side. He was born April 3, 1939, in Madawaska, a son of the late Alphonse and Martha (Michaud) Cyr and was a graduate of Madawaska High School.
Clarence last...
Gerard "Babe" Cyr
Dec 18, 2024
Van Buren – Gerard M. "Babe" Cyr, 90, passed away peacefully December 18, 2024, at a Caribou hospital after a long illness.
Babe lived his whole life in Van Buren and was from a large farming family in which he cultivated his strong work ethic. Babe graduated from Van Buren Boys High School...
Sandra Martin
Dec 18, 2024
Van Buren--- Sandra S. Martin, 66, peacefully entered into rest and into the waiting arms of her Savior on December 18, 2024, at Aroostook House of Comfort, following a long, courageous battle with cancer. She was born in Grand Falls, NB, Canada, a daughter of the late Rudolph and Jeannine (Madore) Martin and raised in Van Buren....
Michelle Ann Blanchette
Dec 17, 2024
St. David--- Michelle Blanchette, 58, passed unexpectedly December 17, 2024. She was born July 30, 1966, in Fort Kent, a daughter of the late Rosaire and Blanche (Marquis) Blanchette, and was a graduate of Madawaska High School, Class of 1984.
Michelle was a popular cook and server at Ruby Red's food trailer, Madawaska, where she fed many...
Ransford "Pike" Kelly
Dec 11, 2024
Allagash - Ransford "Pike" Kelly, 89, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 11, 2024. Pike was a loving father, grandfather, and great grandfather, and a lifelong friend to many. He was also a faithful member of the First Baptist Church of Allagash and loved his Lord and Savior.
Pike, also...
Linda (Lizotte) Levesque
Dec 9, 2024
Van Buren--- Linda Levesque, 56, peacefully entered into rest December 9, 2024, following a long illness. She was born February 22, 1968 in Van Buren, a daughter of the late Edmond and Muriel (St. Amand) Lizotte.
Linda worked at Borderview Rehab and Nursing for several years as a CNA. She loved caring for...
Therese (Ouellet) Stegner
Dec 3, 2024
Madawaska--- Therese R. (Ouellet) Stegner, passed away peacefully at a local healthcare facility on December 3, 2024, soon after attaining her 87th birthday. She was born on November 26, 1937, in St. Joseph, NB, Canada, the daughter of the late Albine (Deschenes) and Albenie Ouellet.
Therese attended schools in the Edmundston and St....
Normand "Ben" Cyr
Dec 3, 2024
Madawaska--- Normand "Ben" Cyr, 86, passed away peacefully December 3, 2024, at a Bangor hospital, following a short illness. He was born March 14, 1938 in St. David, a son of the late Willard and Eva Cyr.
Ben last worked at Fenn Manufacturing, Newington, CT, for many years, while raising his family. Following...
Naomi (Simons) Howard
Nov 30, 2024
Fort Fairfield & Mason, MI --- Naomi Howard, 84, peacefully passed away November 30, 2024, at a Fort Kent healthcare facility, with her family at her side. She was born October 20, 1940 in Jackson, Michigan, a daughter of the late Willis and Maude (Birch) Simons.
She is survived by six children, Faith...
Joan (Smith) Cyr
Nov 25, 2024
Van Buren--- Joan Cyr, 94, peacefully entered into Eternal Life November 25, 2024, at a Limestone healthcare facility. She was born April 18, 1930 in Hamlin, a daughter of the late Herbert and Atheline (Beaulieu) Smith.
Joan went to work at an early age to care for her family. She was so proud...
Fernand "Mickey" Lavoie
Nov 24, 2024
Madawaska--- Fernand "Mickey" Lavoie, 78, passed unexpectedly November 24, 2024. He was born June 24, 1946 in Green River, NB, Canada, a son of the late Lionel and Lina (Rioux) Lavoie.
Mickey was drafted into the US Army in 1966 and served overseas during the Vietnam War, where he was injured during combat....
Sherry Marie Deschaine
Nov 22, 2024
Madawaska--- Sherry Deschaine, 57, peacefully passed away November 22, 2024, at her home with her family at her side, following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born in Glastonbury, CT, on December 22, 1966, a daughter of the late Jean King Thibeault and stepdaughter of the late Gerald King.
Sherry last worked in security with...
Claude Caron
Nov 19, 2024
Fort Kent--- Claude Caron, 83, peacefully entered into Eternal Life and into the waiting arms of his beloved late wife November 19, 2024, with his loving family at his side. He was born October 3, 1941, in Fort Kent, a son of the late Patrick and Maria (Pelletier) Caron.
Claude was a lifelong farmer on So. Perley...
Leo Dumond
Nov 17, 2024
Grand Isle--- Leo Dumond, 74, went to be with the Lord on November 17, 2024, doing what he loved, embracing the great outdoors. He was born October 27, 1950, in Madawaska, a son of the late Freeman and Emily (Morin) Dumond.
Leo was a hardworking man and enjoyed putting in an honest day's...
Blanche (Beaulieu) Albert
Nov 17, 2024
Madawaska--- Blanche (Beaulieu) Albert peacefully entered into eternal life on November 17, 2024 at the age of 90 years at a Madawaska healthcare facility. She was born in Madawaska, ME on June 11, 1934, the 17th child of 18 children born to Eugene and Mattie (Chasse) Beaulieu.
Blanche was a loving wife, mother,...
Robertine (Martin) Violette
Nov 17, 2024
Hamlin & Caribou--- Robertine Violette, 79, passed away peacefully November 17, 2024, at a Caribou healthcare facility. She was born September 23, 1945 in Caribou, a daughter of the late Nelson and Lorraine Martin.
Robertine last worked at former Borderview Manor for over 20 years as a nurse's aide. Previously she worked at...

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