Connie Faye Deschaine
Mar 23, 2026
Connie Deschaine, born on November 22, 1964, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones.
She is lovingly survived by her husband, Michael Deschaine; her son, Joyime “JD” Deschaine and spouse Michelle, along with their children, Abram and Anna; her daughter, Shelby Boyden and spouse Benjamin, along with their children, Bridgette and Jameson; her brother, Greg O’Leary...
Benjamin William Begin Jr.
Mar 31, 2026
St. Francis---Benjamin W. Begin, 81, passed away at his residence on March 31, 2026. He was born in Allagash on July 28, 1944, son of the late Benjamin, Sr. and Ida (McBreairty) Begin.
Benny was a proud veteran and a gentle soul. He was liked by everyone he met. His smile, laugh, and gentleness will be remembered by all who knew...
Suzanne Marie Gnyla
Mar 29, 2026
Fort Kent---Suzanne Marie Gnyla (nee Lannen) sadly passed away in the early hours of March 29, 2026, at the Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, following complications from heart surgery.
Suzanne was born on August 11, 1950, in Campbellton, New Brunswick, a daughter of Genevieve Lannen (nee Comeau predeceased 2011) and James Charles Lannen of Edmundston, New Brunswick (predeceased 2008).
Suzanne is...
David J. Morrow
Mar 28, 2026
Van Buren---David J. Morrow, 77, passed away on March 28, 2026, at a Van Buren health care facility, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Van Buren on May 4, 1948, son of the late Simon and Lillian (St. Pierre) Morrow. Dave enjoyed being surrounded by friends, and had the biggest love for his family and spoiling his...
Vincent L. Puckett, Sr.
Mar 26, 2026
Vincent Puckett Sr., 88, passed away on March 26, 2026. He battled cancer on his own terms and after fully recovering from past maladies to the amazement of his medical team.
Vincent was a man who lived life on his own terms, known for his resiliency, independence, and strong work ethic. He worked late into his seventies, working as a 2nd...
Chih Tao
Mar 24, 2026
Fort Kent & Van Buren--- Chih-Kuang “Chih” Tao passed away peacefully on March 24, 2026, at Cary Medical Center, surrounded by the love of his devoted caregivers and family.
Chih was born on May 12, 1963, in Taipei, Taiwan, to Nien Tzu (Hong) Tao and Zui-Sun Tao. Raised at 9 High Street in Fort Kent, he grew up alongside his four...
Bernice Blier
Mar 24, 2026
Fort Kent--- Bernice Blier, 98, peacefully entered into Eternal Life on March 24, 2026. She was born July 3, 1927, in Frenchville, a daughter of the late Joseph and Febrenie (Pelletier) Boucher.
While raising her family, she was the owner of former Blier’s Grocery for several years and assisted her husband with Blier’s Repair Shop. She retired as a meal site...
Laurelle Bouchard
Mar 23, 2026
Fort Kent—Laurelle (Charette) Bouchard, 92, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2026, at her home surrounded by family. Laurelle completed her Cursillo in 1988, she is now living her 5th day. She was born on July 10, 1933, daughter of the late Adelard and Catherine (Lausier)
Charette.
Laurelle is survived by nine children; Mae Ann Bouchard Plourde and her husband Jeannot, Normand...
Norma Bonenfant
Mar 22, 2026
Fort Kent - Norma J (Ouellette) Bonenfant, age 74, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026. Norma was predeceased by her parents, Leonide “Pete” and Valida (Bourgoin) Ouellette, husband Jean Guy Bonenfant, her daughter Angel Dionne Bonenfant, brothers Roger, Bertier and Carroll Ouellette, sister Viola (Ouellette) Ortiz and her best paw friend Biscuit.
Cherishing her memory forever in their hearts are...
Raymond Albert Bouchard
Mar 18, 2026
FORT KENT --Raymond Albert Bouchard, 88, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2026, at Northern Maine Medical Center, surrounded by the love of his family.
Raymond was born on October 23, 1937, in Edmundston, New Brunswick, Canada to Albert and Laurie (Lozier) Bouchard. Raised along Caribou Road (Route 161) in Fort Kent, Raymond grew up embracing the values of hard work,...
Janet Chamberland
Mar 16, 2026
Wallagrass---Janet Chamberland, 69, passed away peacefully on March 16, 2026, in Fort Kent, surrounded by her loving family.
Janet was born in Fort Kent on October 3, 1956, to the late Bernon and Albertine (Ouellette) Pelletier. She was a graduate of the University of Maine at Fort Kent. She lived a life centered around what mattered most to her- family. Janet...
Marilyn M. Pinette
Mar 14, 2026
Fort Kent---Marilyn M. Pinette, 72, passed away at her home on March 14, 2026. She was born in Fort Kent on January 1, 1954, daughter of the late Edmond and Gladys (Michaud) Gagnon. She is survived by her two sons, Nathan Gagnon of East Waterboro, Paul Gagnon of Fort Kent; two grandchildren, Brody Gagnon of Fort Kent and Daycee Gagnon...
Connie Belanger
Mar 11, 2026
Wallagrass--- Connie Belanger, 87, peacefully entered into Eternal Life on March 11, 2026, at a Frenchville healthcare facility. She was born February 24, 1939, in Wallagrass, a daughter of the late Alphonse and Bertha (Ouellette) Pinette.
Connie was a devoted wife and mother and took great pride in providing a wonderful home for her husband and children. She enjoyed cooking and...
Andre A. Bouchard
Mar 9, 2026
Fort Kent, ME---Andre Bouchard, 83, of Fort Kent, Maine, formerly of Wales, Massachusetts and Packington, Quebec, passed away on March 9, 2026, after suffering an injury. Andre was born on February 11, 1943, in Montreal, Quebec. A hardworking and determined man, he moved to the United States to work alongside his brother. That opportunity eventually led him to become a...
Roger Deschaine
Mar 7, 2026
Fort Kent---Roger Deschaine, 90, passed away on March 7th, 2026, at Forest Hill Nursing Home. He was born in Fort Kent, Maine on May 25th, 1935, the son of the late Emile J. and Eva (Caron) Deschaine. He leaves behind his only child, a daughter, Laurie Deschaine, with whom he taught to dance as a child by letting her stand...
Pauline Nadeau
Mar 6, 2026
St. Francis, ME - Pauline (Ouellette) Nadeau, 84, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026, after a long illness. She was born December 13, 1941 to the late Adolphe, Sr. and Flossie (Sturgeon) Ouellette. She will forever be remembered for her exceptional bookkeeping skills with which she and her husband built a successful trucking company, Nadeau Trucking.
Pauline is survived by her...
David Dube
Mar 6, 2026
Eagle Lake---David Dube, 54, passed away at his residence on March 6, 2026. He was born in Bristol, CT on September 21, 1971, son of Paul and Orese (Michaud) Dube.
David enjoyed spending time in nature and had a passion for painting, reading, watching movies, and cooking. He loved being with his family and especially treasured the special moments he shared...
Elaine Marin
Mar 5, 2026
Fort Kent---Elaine Marie Marin, age 80, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026, at Lakewood Healthcare Center in Waterville, Maine. She was born on December 13, 1945, in Eagle Lake, Maine to Joseph and Eveline (Pelletier) Perrault. Elaine was predeceased by her parents, twelve of her siblings, and her beloved husband, Lucius (Lou) Marin, with whom she shared a devoted...
Medore Lavoie
Mar 5, 2026
VAN BUREN--- Medore “Matt” Lavoie, of Van Buren, Maine, passed away peacefully at home on March 5, 2026.
Matt was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He had a talent for woodworking and home improvements and enjoyed buying and selling treasures from yard sales. He especially looked forward to spring, when he could be found tinkering in the yard or garage....
Percy Madore
Mar 3, 2026
VAN BUREN--- Our father, Percy Madore, passed away peacefully at the age of 84 after hearing the final loving words from our mother: “Let go and let God.” He was born in Van Buren, Maine, on January 18, 1942, son of the late Denis and Leona (Cyr) Madore. For 52 years, Dad lived heroically as a paraplegic, demonstrating a strength...
