Obituaries

Jan 24, 2024

It is with great sadness to inform you that Nara Newell, 45, suddenly left this world on her own terms on January 24, 2024.  Nara was born in Waterville on November 5, 1978, daughter of Reggie “Ragu” Newell and Cheryl Bacon Bean.  

 

Nara was a Passamaquoddy tribal member who spent much of her early childhood and teens on the family...

Jan 7, 2024

Dick Edward Frost,65, passed away January 7th, 2024, at his home. Dick was born in Calais on July 22, 1958, son of Donald Frost and Joan “Hamilton” Frost.

Dick loved the outdoors. He dedicated his time to hunting, fishing, playing cribbage, motorcycles and walking the trails in Alexander. Being in nature is where Dick found most peace.

Dick is predeceased...

Jan 7, 2024

Jan 6, 2024

Iva J. "Maude" Carter (Cummings) 80, passed away with her daughter Dawn at her side, on the night of January 6th, 2024 at Central Maine Medical Center.

Iva was born in Pembroke on March 22nd, 1943, the second daughter of Wilbur and Vivian (Rodgers) Carter. Iva was raised in Pembroke and graduated in 1961 from Pembroke High School where she...

Jan 4, 2024

Francis William “Sonny” Pike, 79, passed away surrounded by family on Thursday, January 4, 2024, at the Maine Veterans Home of Bangor.  Sonny was born in Calais on February 28, 1944, son of Arthur and Margaret (Noble) Pike.

Sonny was raised in Milltown and graduated in 1962 from Calais High School, where he excelled in basketball and baseball.  He enlisted...

Jan 3, 2024

Robert Eric Farnsworth Jr., 30, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 3, 2024.  Robert was born in Machias on August 11, 1993, son of Robert Farnsworth Sr. and Paula (Flynn) Moores.

Robert graduated from Calais High School, Class of 2011, and attended Washington County Community College where he studied carpentry and automotive.  He held various jobs over the years, including...

Jan 1, 2024

Philomene Ann Look, 43, passed away Monday, January 1, 2024, at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor.  Philomene was born on March 19, 1980, daughter of John Dana and Barbara Newell.

Philomene graduated from Lee Academy, Class of 1998, and attended Washington County Community College where she studied business.  She worked seasonal jobs, including fishing, lobstering, clamming, and...

Dec 29, 2023

Christopher Ryan Lewey, 38, passed away Friday, December 29, 2023.  Chris was born in Pittsburgh, PA, on June 23, 1985, son of Wallace and Nora (Socobie) Lewey. 

After attending school at Calais High School and Lee Academy, Chris ventured into the world working odd jobs until finding his talent as a carpenter.  He was an avid outdoorsman where he gained...

Dec 27, 2023

Llewellyn Percy Dwelley Sr., 80, passed away on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor.  Lew was born in Calais on October 22, 1943, son of Everett and Viola (White) Dwelley.

Lew graduated from Calais Memorial High School, Class of 1962.  He enlisted in the Army National Guard from which he retired.  Lew worked...

Dec 26, 2023

Judd Elijah Doten also known as “Judd the Stud” 48, passed away unexpectedly in his home on December 26, 2023. Judd was born in Machias on February 6th, 1975, the son of Warren and Joyce Doten.

After graduating from Lee Academy, Judd right away worked odd jobs for many years. He cherished living life everyday and loved spending it with...

Dec 25, 2023

Betty L. (Tracy) Sabattus-Moreside, 96, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2023, at Calais Community Hospital, surrounded by her family. Betty was born in Calais, Maine on November 16, 1927, to James and Susan Tracy.

Betty was the youngest of eight children, and with almost 5 years in between each child she had the unique situation of having nieces and...

Dec 25, 2023

Ashley Kilby McPhail, 37, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Monday, December 25, 2023, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough.  Ashley was born in Portland on June 29, 1986.

After graduating from Shead High School, Class of 2004, Ashley attended Eastern Maine Community College.  She later graduated from cosmetology school and specialized as an esthetician.  Ashley worked for...

Dec 20, 2023

Aubrey Stephen Sockabasin, 65, passed away at home surrounded by family on Wednesday, December 20, 2023.  Aubrey was born at Peter Dana Point on September 21, 1958, son of Edward and Eunice (Dana) Sockabasin.

After attending school in Indian Township, Aubrey started his career with the Indian Township Tribal Government.  He worked initially as a dispatcher for the police department,...

Dec 19, 2023

Howard Douglas Allen Jr., 68, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Tuesday, December 19, 2023. Howard was born in St. Stephen, NB, on July 15, 1955, son of Howard and Mary (Mahar) Allen.

Howard (Howie) will always be remembered for his tenacity for life, his love of his family and friends, jovial nature and sense of humor. Howie was...

Dec 17, 2023

Jean passed away peacefully on December 17, 2023 at the Maine Veteran’s Home in Machias.  Born and raised in Bloomfield, NJ, she later called Oyster Bay, Long Island, home before settling in Columbia Falls, Maine, a place she cherished with her husband of almost 40 years, John Ryder Driscoll, who predeceased her in 2012, and with the joyful companionship of...

Dec 16, 2023

Willard F. “Sonny” Hornbrook, 82, passed away surrounded by family on Saturday, December 16, 2023, at Calais Community Hospital.  Sonny was born in Calais on June 14, 1941, son of Skiff and Annie (Donahue) Hornbrook.

Sonny graduated from Calais Memorial High School.  During high school, he became a firefighter with Calais Fire Department.  Sonny devoted much of his life to...

Dec 15, 2023

Warren G. Doten, also known as Sonny, 82, will be fondly remembered for his dedication to his family, his devotion to God, and love for sightseeing with his wife of 56 years, Joyce.  Sonny passed away unexpectedly in his home on December 15, 2023. A dedicated husband, father, grandfather, and friend, Sonny’s legacy will forever live on in the hearts...

Dec 9, 2023

Robert L. Bailey of Grand Lake Stream passed away the evening of December 9th, 2023 at Northern Light Hospital with his family by his side. Born to parents Earl E. and Beatrice H. (Monaghan) Bailey on January 7th, 1964.

Bobby attended school at Princeton Elementary and Woodland High School. Bobby sought employment at what was then called the Georgia Pacific...

Dec 7, 2023

Ronald Virgil Rice, 76 passed away Thursday 7th, 2023. Ron was born in Saco on March 22, 1947, the son of Virgil and Ruth Rice.

Ron dedicated his time volunteering at the Irene Chadbourne Ecumenical Food Pantry. He also was a member of the Veteran of Foreign Wars and the American Legion. Also cherished every meeting he attended.

Ron loved...

Dec 6, 2023

Ralph Stanley Mahar, 89, longtime resident of Pembroke, passed peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, December 06, 2023, at the Downeast Memorial Hospital in Machias. He was born December 1, 1934, in Pembroke, ME son of Eugene C. and Olive (Carter) Mahar. He was educated in Maine schools graduating from Pembroke High School in 1952; obtained a BS in Education...