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Nelson Dubois

Nelson Dubois

Nov 14, 2021

FORT KENT – Nelson Dubois, 86, of Fort Kent passed away peacefully on November 14, 2021. Nel was born in 1935 in Fort Kent, Maine, to Alphe Dubois and Leontine Bernier Dubois. He graduated from Fort Kent Community High School in 1954. Nel took tremendous pride in serving in the U.S. Army as a munitions specialist from 1958 to...

Christine Forrest-Levesque

Christine Forrest-Levesque

Nov 14, 2021

Van Buren--- Christine Forrest-Levesque, 54, passed away Sunday, November 14, 2021, at a Caribou hospital, following an aggressive battle with cancer. She was born April 3, 1967, in Massachusetts, a daughter of and raised by Linda (Stanley) Forrest and her stepfather, the late William Forrest.

Chrissy last worked at former On The Run...

Solange Castonguay

Solange Castonguay

Nov 12, 2021

Van Buren--- Solange Castonguay, 72, peacefully entered into rest November 12, 2021, following a brief period of declining health. She was born April 23, 1949 in Edmundson, NB, Canada, a daughter of the late Gerard and Cecile (Michaud) Martin.

Solange last worked providing home healthcare for many years, caring for the residents of...

Jerry Perreault

Jerry Perreault

Nov 10, 2021

Wallagrass/Bristol, Conn.—Jerry Perreault, 72, passed away peacefully on November 10 th , 2021, in Bristol, Connecticut after a long illness. Jerry lived in Bristol with his wife, Anne (Lizotte), for over 50 years.  He is the son of the late Gerard and Rita (White) Perreault.  He is survived by his wife, his two children; Shannon Ann (Perreault) Cichocki and...

L. Roger Lavertu

L. Roger Lavertu

Nov 7, 2021

Madawaska--L. Roger Lavertu, loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed away on November 7, 2021, just one day after reaching his 85th birthday.  He was born to O'Neil and Delphine (Cote) Lavertu on November 6, 1936.  He married the love of his life, Martha Chasse on June 25, 1964.  Together, they raised 3 children.

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Tripp Daniel Reese

Tripp Daniel Reese

Nov 5, 2021

Ashland--- Tripp Daniel Reese, 16 years old, tragically and unexpectedly passed away, so young and too soon, on Friday, November 5, 2021. He was born July 21, 2005 in Presque Isle, and was a loving son of Everett and Jodi (Jimmo) Reese.

Tripp was a super good young man. Though quiet, he was...

Annette (Michaud) Bouley

Annette (Michaud) Bouley

Nov 3, 2021

Fort Kent—Annette (Michaud) Bouley, 81, died on November 3, 2021 at Northern Maine Medical Center in Fort Kent. She was born in Fort Kent on November 5, 1939, daughter of the late Ludger and Elizabeth (Pelletier) Michaud. Before getting married in 1962 she worked at the hospital in Fort Kent for a few years as a nurse's aide. She...

Gilman J. Grandmaison

Gilman J. Grandmaison

Nov 2, 2021

Van Buren--- Gilman Joseph Edmund Grandmaison ("Gil") was born on December 31, 1934, in Madawaska, Maine to Edmond Grandmaison and Marie Berthe (Déry) Grandmaison.  He was the fourth of five children.  Gil was raised and educated in Madawaska.  In his teen years, he was an active member of the school track team, and spent many carefree hours...

Ivan "Keith" Hartt

Ivan "Keith" Hartt

Nov 2, 2021

St. Francis - Ivan "Keith" Hartt, 75, is now living his 5th day. Keith passed away suddenly on November 2, 2021 at an Eastern Maine healthcare facility. He was the son of the late Gilman and Rachel (Giggey) Hartt.

After high school, Keith enlisted in the United States Navy and served his country during the war in...

Travis Toussaint

Travis Toussaint

Nov 1, 2021

Wallagrass—Travis Toussaint, 32, passed away unexpectedly on November 1, 2021, at his home. He was born on August 1, 1989, son of the late Ronald and Lola (Bouchard) Toussaint. Travis's generosity never went unnoticed and was appreciated by everyone. His sense of humor could light up a room with laughter. His strong work ethic shined through every project he...

Jeanora Jean (Gagnon) Smart

Jeanora Jean (Gagnon) Smart

Oct 31, 2021

Fort Kent—Jeanora Jean (Gagnon) Smart, 98, died on October 31, 2021 at Forest Hill Nursing Home in Fort Kent. She was born in Wallagrass, Maine on July 28, 1923, daughter of Adolphe and Leidy (Deprey) Gagnon. Born the 3 rd child of a family of 12 children. She worked at Cote's Jewelry store for 15 years, then J.C Penny's...

Marco R. Morneault

Marco R. Morneault

Oct 31, 2021

New Canada--  Marco R Morneault, passed away suddenly on October 31, 2021 at his home, due to a lifetime health condition at the age of 51. Marco was a good hearted, sincere man with many talents. He loved singing karaoke, had a carpenters touch, enjoyed hockey, Nascar and was a huge Star Wars fan. Marco served as a Police...

Yvette Rossignol

Yvette Rossignol

Oct 30, 2021

Van Buren--- Yvette M. Rossignol, 75, peacefully entered into rest October 30, 2021, at a Van Buren healthcare facility. She was born in Van Buren April 22, 1946 and graduated from Van Buren schools.

Yvette worked for Ezzy Insurance for many years where she excelled in management and loved chatting with her visiting...

Thomas "Tom" Gagnon

Thomas "Tom" Gagnon

Oct 28, 2021

Fort Kent—Thomas 'Tom' Gagnon, 65, passed away suddenly on October 28, 2021 with family by his side, at a Fort Kent health care facility. He was born on June 28, 1956, son of the late Edmund J. and Gladys (Michaud) Gagnon. Tom was a talented mechanic and was known as "Mr. Fix All". People would drop off things at...

Clyde L. Taggett

Clyde L. Taggett

Oct 26, 2021

St. Francis—Clyde L. Taggett, 80, passed away peacefully on October 26, 2021, at a Fort Kent health care facility. He was born on September 4, 1941, son of the late Frank and Matilda (Michaud) Taggett. At a very young age Clyde left home to go work in the woods with his father. His strong work ethic shined through every project...

Coco Sanclemente

Coco Sanclemente

Oct 23, 2021

Maria Asuncion "Coco" Sanclemente died on Saturday, October 23, 2021, in her home in St. Francois, New Brunswick, with her loving husband by her side.  She was born in La Coruña, Spain to Angel and Isabel Torres on September 11, 1942. She is survived by her loving husband of fifty-two years, Luis Viriato Sanclemente; her daughters, Grace and Beth;...

Robert Rochester

Robert Rochester

Oct 21, 2021

Winterville-- Robert Bruce Rochester, 91, died on October 21, 2021 peacefully at the Veterans home at Carry Medical Center, Caribou Maine.  Bob was born in Portland, Maine on January 30, 1930 and grew up in Rouses Point, NY.  He served in the military and fought in the infantry during the Korean War.  Upon returning from the war he met...

Albert "Babe" Desjardins

Albert "Babe" Desjardins

Oct 20, 2021

New Canada—Albert "Babe" A. Desjardins, 80, died on October 20, 2021 in his home. He was born April 11, 1941, the son of the late Albanie and Catherine Desjardins. Babe was one of their 11 children. He enjoyed farming, tinkering in his garage and spending time with friends and family. Babe was gentle, kind and had a wonderful sense...

Elizabeth "Betty" Nadeau

Elizabeth "Betty" Nadeau

Oct 20, 2021

Fort Kent—Elizabeth "Betty" Nadeau, 92, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family at Crosswinds Assisted Living Facility on October 20, 2021. She was born in Fort Kent, Maine to the late Michael and Evelyn (Paradis) Halpin on June 15, 1929. Betty lived her entire life in Fort Kent. After she graduated from Fort Kent Community High School she met and...

Uri V. Jandreau

Uri V. Jandreau

Oct 19, 2021

St. John—Uri V. Jandreau, 46, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on October 19, 2021, at his home. He was born on October 6, 1975, son of Calvin and Ginette (Boulay) Jandreau. When Uri was in his last moments he was surrounded by so much love from his family. Uri is survived by his parents Calvin...

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