Evelyn "Spot" Thornton, 89, of Baileyville, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on December 16, 2025. Born August 25, 1936, to Walter and Isabel Welton, sister of Donald Welton and Marion Welton. Spot lived a full and spirited life, known for her humor, warmth, and boundless love for her family. She worked many jobs throughout her life, but most fondly remembered her time as a security guard at Woodland Pulp. A proud Sox fan, she supported her Boston Red Sox through the good times and bad. And just as avidly, she cheered her grandkids on at their local basketball and baseball games. She was so proud to watch her great grandchildren continue the tradition of competing in the sports she loved. She was an avid bowler, quick footed dancer, and contributing voice to any fireside singalong. She knew her way around a card table and held her own at many family game nights lasting long into the night. Her contagious smile and infectious laugh made her the heartbeat of every gathering. Outside of her love for sports, she had a deep connection with Mr. Steve Harvey and spent many hours participating in Family Feud, which you could hear clearly across Pleasant Lake. Spot had a deep affection for animals - sneaking treats to family dogs, leaving food out for wandering critters and even inviting a stray cat into the house this past winter. Every animal had a place in her lap and in her heart. Those who knew her will remember her as someone who cherished life's simple pleasures — a good dance tune, a friendly game, a laugh over a coffee brandy or two, and every moment spent surrounded by loved ones. Spot is survived by her daughters Candy Robb, Terri Wormell and husband Paul, Susan MacArthur and husband Kevin, all of Alexander, as well as her cherished grandchildren Angela Robb and partner Amanda of Key West, Tony Robb and wife Carissa of Falmouth, Josh Thornton and wife Jenn of Calais, Tiffany Gilman and husband Darren of Baileyville, Todd Wormell of Key West, Kacie Ling and husband Jaime of Hampden and Sean MacArthur and fiancé Jessie of Bangor, and great-grandchildren Luke, Logan, Bre and Taylor Gilman of Baileyville, and Kennedy and Kaelen Robb of Falmouth, Kenzie Roberts, Sadye Cottrell and Ben Goode of Calais and Kendall Ling of Hamden, all of whom she adored immensely. She will be joined in Heaven by her family and friends awaiting their reunion, including her first husband, Norman Moholland, lost tragically early in life, and infant daughter. She will be greeted by the love of her life and doting husband, Derl Thornton, for a spin around Heaven's dance floor, a brandy with son-in-law Philip Robb, and warm embrace by her mom, dad, brother and sister, Narnie, who she faithfully became the ears and voice for throughout her life. A celebration of Spot's life will be held with a visitation on Thursday, December 18, from 6–8 p.m., and a funeral service on Friday, December 19, at 1 p.m., both at Mays Funeral Home, 26 Church St., Calais, followed by a luncheon at the Spednic Club in Baileyville. Spot fiercely loved her family and lived her days with joy, laughter, and a spirit that will never be broken. The matriarch of her family, she leaves behind a legacy and storybook never to be forgotten.