We are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Mae J. Sockabasin, a remarkable artist and a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. Mae passed away on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on August 17, 1960, in Eastport, Maine, to Edward and Eunice Sockabasin, Mae was a woman of strong character, imbued with a deep love and respect for her Passamaquoddy heritage. Mae was a beacon of creativity, dedicating her life to the pursuit of Native American Art. Specializing in beadwork, her creations were not just beautiful to behold but were also a testament to her cultural heritage. Mae was a force of nature who had a heart full of passion for her craft, her family, and her community. While she enjoyed the simple pleasures of life, like drinking coffee and watching television, her true joy was found in the time spent with her loved ones and in the quiet moments immersed in her art. Mae is survived by her two children, Rodney Sockabasin and his wife Magen, and Bernadette Sockabasin; her eight grandchildren, Monique, Sarah, Isis, Aria, Quinn, Kairo, Odin, and Basil; and her siblings, Roger Sockabasin, Dwayne Tomah and his wife Erica, Walter Sockabasin and his wife Jessica, Bonnie Collins and husband Frank, Alberta "Bowe" Lewey, Lillian Sockabasin, and Sebrena Tomah. She also leaves behind her Godson, Donald Brown, numerous nieces and nephews, and a community that will miss her deeply. She was predeceased by her parents, Edward and Eunice Sockabasin, her child, Jael, and siblings, Edward, Aubrey, and Annette. A Celebration of Mae's life will be held at a later date. Arrangements are being made by Mays Funeral Home & Cremation Services. We invite all who knew Mae to share memories, stories, and photos at www.MaysFuneralHome.com to keep her spirit alive in our hearts and minds. Mae's life was a tapestry of love, art, and culture, and we encourage you to help us weave her story together in memorial.