Calais – Donald Harris Shain, 74, passed away unexpectedly Wednesday, August 4, 2021. Donald was born in Calais on July 26, 1947.
After graduating from Calais Memorial High School, Donald enlisted in the U.S. Army. Following his service, he moved to Connecticut for several years and eventually returned to Calais. Donald was a gifted woodworker. He was a successful businessman and was known to be one of the best carpenters in the area. Donald loved his family and lived for them. He enjoyed going on moose rides with his children, and his granddaughter Bre was his world.
Surviving are his dear friend Pauline Shain; three children, Erica Shain, Dawn Shain and Linda Shain; grandchildren Briana Shain, Talynn Newell, Sheena Shain and Stephanie Shain; many great-grandchildren and numerous friends.
A Celebration of Donald’s Life will be held at a later date. Arrangements by Mays Funeral Home, Calais & Eastport.