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Leo Gerald "Duff" Dufour

Leo Gerald "Duff" Dufour

Apr 13, 2021

FRENCHVILLE—Leo Gerald "Duff" Dufour, 90, passed away peacefully at an assisted living facility in Madawaska, Maine.  He was born on June 25, 1930 to the late Patrick J. Dufour and Cecile (Collin) Dufour and was a 1949 graduate of Madawaska High School.

Duff enlisted in the United States Air Force during the Korean War, was a proud...

Bertha (Dionne) Deschenes

Bertha (Dionne) Deschenes

Apr 12, 2021

Madawaska—Bertha Deschenes, 91, Passed away peacefully at a Madawaska heath care facility. She was Born on February 27, 1930, to the late Armand and Alma (Beaulieu) Dionne. She was married to her husband, Leon Deschenes of 70 years, together they lived in Madawaska. She is Survived by one daughter, Pauline Chasse and her husband Gerard of Madawaska; one son,...

Lionel Saindon

Lionel Saindon

Apr 10, 2021

Fort Kent—Lionel Saindon, 83, passed on April 10, 2021 at a Fort Kent health care facility. He was born on October 6, 1937, son of the late Leonce and Cammilla (Thibodeau) Saindon. He would spend his days fishing on Eagle Lake catching all the big ones. Lionel was a member of the Fort Kent Knights of Columbus; he was...

Norma Michaud

Norma Michaud

Apr 6, 2021

Fort Kent—Norma M. Michaud, 74, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2021 at a Fort Kent health care facility. She was born on July 30, 1946, daughter of the late Wilbord and Leonette (Thibodeau) Bard. Norma was known for her amazing cooking. She would spend hours in the kitchen baking cakes for every occasion, just so she could see...

Joseph Cyr

Joseph Cyr

Apr 5, 2021

Fort Kent--Joseph Milton Cyr 83, family man, problem-solver, inventor, and accomplished fly fisherman, died on Monday, April 5, 2021 at Mercy Home, in Eagle Lake, Maine. He was born in Guerette, Maine, on December 30, 1937.  He was the third child of the late Sylvio Cyr and the late Irene Cyr (Sylvain), both of Sinclair, Maine.  Affectionately known as...

Mark Daigle

Mark Daigle

Apr 1, 2021

Fort Kent / Florida--- Our beloved son, brother & uncle, Mark Daigle, died unexpectedly at his home in Orlando, Florida on April 1, 2021.  He was 57 years old.  Mark is survived by his parents, Oreen and Monique Daigle of Fort Kent, Maine, his sisters Susan Daigle of Bangor, Maine, and Gail Daigle of Salt Lake City, Utah, his...

Martha Castonguay

Martha Castonguay

Mar 30, 2021

Van Buren--- Martha Castonguay, 85, passed away on March 30, 2021 at the Aroostook House of Comfort in Presque Isle, ME.  Martha bravely fought ovarian cancer for 8 years, undergoing 3 separate rounds of chemotherapy.  Through it all she remained positive and steadfast in her Catholic faith.

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Lance Leland Murphy

Lance Leland Murphy

Mar 29, 2021

Madawaska--- Lance Leland Murphy- Lance was born on March 27, 2021 and passed on March 29, 2021. He leaves behind his parents Viola and Brandon Murphy, as well as twin sister Kimbly.

He was predeceased by his big brother Linkin Lance-Leland Murphy, his maternal grandmother Kimbly Ann Dyer-Lagasse, his paternal grandfather Lance Leland Murphy, cousin...

Claudette Guerrette

Claudette Guerrette

Mar 28, 2021

Madawaska--Claudette Duperre Guerrette, 82, passed away on March 28, 2021 at 4:28am, in Houston, Texas.

Although spending most of her life in Connecticut, Claudette was a resident of Madawaska, Maine since 2006.  Claudette was born to Jean and Elida Duperre in Green River, New Brunswick.  Claudette is survived by her son Michael, her Brother: Fernand Dupere; Sisters:...

Frank Tilley

Frank Tilley

Mar 25, 2021

Van Buren--- Frank "Dee" Tilley passed away peacefully on March 25, 2021 at Caribou healthcare facility. He was born November 24, 1934, in Van Buren, the youngest child of the late Delmont and Alexandrine (Michaud) Tilley.

Frank attended Van Buren High School, enlisted in the US Navy, and received his honorable discharge in...

Norman Desjardins

Norman Desjardins

Mar 25, 2021

WALLAGRASS - Norman P. Desjardins, 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 25, 2021, at a health care facility after a brief illness.  He was born in New Canada, Maine, on July 31, 1931, the first of six children of Vin and Adrienne (Jacques) Desjardins.

He was married to...

Verna M. Gagnon

Verna M. Gagnon

Mar 25, 2021

Van Buren--- Verna M. Gagnon, 78, passed away peacefully March 25, 2021, at a Caribou hospital, surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 1, 1942 in Hamlin, a daughter of the late Fred and Jeannette (Masse) Cyr.

Verna last worked as a CNA at Borderview Manor, Van Buren, for over 30...

Mildred Thibodeau Soucy

Mildred Thibodeau Soucy

Mar 19, 2021

Fort Kent--Mildred "Mel" Thibodeau Soucy, 90, passed away March 19, 2021 at Forest Hill Manor. She was a lifelong resident of Van Buren Maine, but more recently Fort Kent, Maine she was born March 6, 1931, the daughter of Adolph and Modeste Martin Thibodeau. Mel will sorely be missed by her son, Clarence "Cur" Soucy and his wife, Patrice...

Joanne Deschaine

Joanne Deschaine

Mar 18, 2021

Grand Isle--- Joanne Deschaine, 66, peacefully entered into rest Thursday, March 18, 2021, at Aroostook House of Comfort, Presque Isle. She was born January 12, 1955 in Augusta, ME, a daughter of the late Pierre and Leona (Goupil) Sirois.

She last worked for former Morin Windows and Doors, Madawaska, for almost 10 years...

Willard J. Dionne

Willard J. Dionne

Mar 18, 2021

Van Buren, Maine & Hudson, NC--- Willard J. Dionne 72, peacefully passed away March 18, 2021 at a Winston Salem, NC, hospital, following a well-fought battle with cancer. He was born January 1, 1949 in Van Buren, ME, a son of the late Albert and Gladys (Violette) Dionne.

Willard was drafted into US...

Conrad Ouellette

Conrad Ouellette

Mar 11, 2021

Van Buren--- Conrad Ouellette, 87, died peacefully Thursday, March 11, 2021, at a Caribou hospital, following a long illness. He was born July 14, 1933 in Van Buren, a son of the late David and Artheline (Cyr) Ouellette.

Conrad enlisted with the US Army during the Korean War. Following his honorable service, he...

Roland Morin

Roland Morin

Mar 7, 2021

Madawaska--Roland Morin, 92, of St. David passed away Sunday, March 7, 2021, surrounded by his family. He was born December 17, 1928,  the son of the late Denis & Leda (Cote) Morin.

Roland, with Cecile by his side, was a potato farmer for most of his life and even after he was "retired", he could often be...

Helen Bourgoin

Helen Bourgoin

Mar 5, 2021

St. David—Helen (Cyr) Bourgoin, 50, passed away on March 5, 2021 at her home in St. David. She was born on July 5, 1970, daughter of the late Joseph Cyr Sr, and her mother Gizelle Perreault. Helen was a kind soul who loved animals, especially her beloved yellow lab Missy. She had many hobbies including diamond art canvases, sticker...

Rodolphe Martin

Rodolphe Martin

Mar 3, 2021

Madawaska— Rodolphe Martin, 86, passed away unexpectedly on March 3, 2021 at his home. He was born on November 22, 1934, son of the late Pierre and Laura (Cyr) Martin. Rodolphe is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Jeannine (Cyr) Martin; two brothers, Donald Martin, and Bert Martin; two sisters, Corrine Chasse, and Jeanne Beaudet; two children,...

Claudette L. Cyr

Claudette L. Cyr

Mar 2, 2021

Van Buren--- Claudette L. Cyr, 85, passed away peacefully March 2, 2021, at Aroostook House of Comfort, Presque Isle, after a brief battle with cancer. She was born January 5, 1936 in Keegan, a daughter of the late Lawrence and Cecile (Voisine) Labbe.

In retirement Claudette enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren, cooking...

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