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03/26/2026

Edith Bailes of Bowdoinham passed away on March 22, 2026 just short of age 93.

Born on June 20, 1933 in Richmond, Massachusetts, she was the youngest of five children born to Henry and Edith Gleaser.

Mrs. Bailes suffered with respiratory issues for several years and finally succumbed to them.

She died comfortably and at peace with her three children at her side. She leaves behind daughter Deborah Phillips and husband Steve of Mt. Chase, Maine. Daughter Margaret Kinney and husband Gary of Dover Foxcroft, Maine. Son John (Andy) Bailes and wife Anne of Bowdoinham, Maine. She also leaves five grandchildren, and several great grandchildren.

A proud Navy veteran followed by a long career with the U.S. Civil Service as a Human Resource manager, she was never one to shy away from a good debate. She was well read and always informed. She loved to feed and watch her wild birds and she loved her cat, Greta. Her love of nature and sharing knowledge led her to publish three books. Fiercely independent she raised her three children alone from age 36. She was strong on the outside, and soft on the inside, masking any weakness from those around her. An avid gardener in her younger years and not afraid of a physical challenge, she spent many hours removing large stones from her garden. She was a talented crafter, quilt maker and woodworker and practiced karate in her 40's. She spent countless hours at the Brunswick Farmer's Market at its inception and for many years.

To quote her grandson – "You will forever be the most fascinating, vigilant, stubborn, resilient and meanest women I've ever known."

We will always love you, mom. Go in peace and be with your sisters and brother, and your mother.

The family would like to extend our heartfelt thank you to the care teams at Mid-Coast Hospital and Bodwell House Rehabilitation Center for their compassionate and loving care. We also thank the Bowdoinham EMT's for their quick and professional service and the Kaleidoscope Quilters.

At Edith's request, there will be no formal funeral services. A celebration of her life will be held at a later date with close family.

03/19/2026

Ronald Clayton Holman Sr., 82, of Bowdoinham, passed away unexpectedly with his wife by his side on March 10, 2026.
Ronnie was born in Woolwich, Maine on February 25, 1944 to Willard R. Holman and Elizabeth E. (Mitchell) Holman.
He grew up in Bowdoinham where he attended the Coombs School. Early in 1966 he met the love of his life, Judith “Judy” Furbish. They were later married on May 1, 1966 and were looking forward to celebrating their upcoming 60th wedding anniversary. He loved his family more than anything. He was lovingly known as Ronnie, Daddy, Grandpa, and Bampa to his closest family.
He enjoyed camping, anything to do with cars, building model cars, and tinkering around in his work shed. Above all, he loved spending time with his family, sharing meals together, and would often be seen sharing bites of whatever treat he was eating with his grandchildren, great grands, and even his cat. Sharing with the littles isn’t where his generosity ended. He spent all the time he could with his family or lending a helping hand to anyone in need and when he wasn’t doing that, he was utilizing his amazing work ethic to provide for his family. He spent most of his career at Bath Iron Works, where he was employed for 35 years before retiring in 2009.
He was predeceased by his parents, his siblings Raymond A. Holman, Willard R. Holman Jr., Marion L. Holman, Doris Lambert, Marilyn Gurette Jones, and Elaine Pomelow.
He is survived by his loving wife, Judy, of Bowdoinham, his children Ronald Holman Jr. (Tammie) of Bowdoinham, April White of Richmond, Raymond Holman (and partner Sue) of Bowdoinham, and Kim Pollard (Randy) of Gardiner. His grandchildren Natausha Naylor, Emily Holman, Nicole Holman, Samantha Brooks, Elizabeth White, Brianna Monteiro, Cody White, Sarah Ruby, Alex Ruby, Devin Monteiro, Katie Ruby, Autumn Holman, Parker Elwell, Makayla Pollard, and Hail3y Pollard. Great grandchildren Jhonan Holman, Chloe Holman, Braydon Enger, Hunter Enger, Declan Holman, Cameron Holman, Daniel Naylor, Rowan White, and Aria Palmer. His sisters Barbara Baxter, Patisia Rollins, Raylene Brockman, many nieces, nephews, and countless friends.
In lieu of flowers, his family requests donations be made to the First Church of the Nazarene 7 School Street Bowdoinham, Maine 04008 or to the American Heart Association.

03/17/2026

Gardiner-Russell L. Hickey, 90 of Gardiner, passed away on March 14, 2026, at the Maine General Rehabilitation and LTC Assisted Living Unit at Gray Birch following visits from family and close friends.

Russell was born in Gardiner, Maine on October 11, 1935 to Dorothy and Lloyd Hickey. Russell graduated from Gardiner High School and was proud to be a lifelong resident of Gardiner. Russell married Sandra “Sandy” (LeMont) in June of 1957. Russell and Sandra moved into their home on Cobbossee Stream in 1960. Russell grew up on Cobbossee Stream and remained there for over 80 years. He worked at the S.D. Warren Mill and later worked and retired from the State of Maine Department of Transportation. Russell enjoyed his family visiting Cobbossee Stream and Pleasant Pond, as well as spending time at the family hunting camp on Merry Meeting Bay. Russell enjoyed cutting wood on his property and maintaining the grounds for visitors viewing by land or by boat. He additionally enjoyed visiting friends at the McDonald’s restaurant in Gardiner.

Russell is predeceased by his infant brother Lloyd William Jr. and his wife Sandra.

He is survived by his three children Dennis and wife Debbie of Florida and Maine, his daughter Denise and husband Timothy of West Gardiner, and son Daniel and wife Lisa of Norridgewock. Russell is additionally survived by his cousin Leon Hickey Jr. “Skip”.

Russell enjoyed time with grandchildren, great-grandchildren, as well as cousins and their families. Gatherings at the Pleasant Pond home often included extended friends and family.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you Woodlands Senior Living of Hallowell, Maine General Rehabilitation and LTC at Gray Birch in Augusta and Maine General Hospice. Russell additionally wanted to thank McDonalds in Gardiner for allowing friends to gather.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, March 21st, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Kincer Funeral Home, 130 Pleasant Street in Richmond. Following the service, there will be a gathering of family and friends at the Highland Avenue United Methodist Church located at 31 Highland Avenue in Gardiner. A family burial will be held later in the spring.

In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to:

Friends of the Cobbossee Watershed, at

PO Box 206 East Winthrop, ME 04343.

Email: mail@watershedfriends.org or phone: 207-395-5239

03/05/2026

Sylvia Marilyn (Mason) Greenleaf, born December 29, 1936, in Gardiner, Maine, peacefully went home to be with her Lord and Savior on March 1, 2026.

Sylvia graduated as Valedictorian from Litchfield Academy. She went on to work as a secretary at Gardiner Shoe before dedicating more than 30 years of service to the State of Maine Department of Labor.

Family was the center of Sylvia's world—especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought her immeasurable pride and joy. She loved music, particularly Elvis, Hank Williams, John Denver, and attending Gospel concerts. She was a devoted fan of the New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox's.

An accomplished quilter, Sylvia generously shared her knowledge and beautiful handmade creations with family and friends. She was also known for her sweet tooth and her love of good food.

Sylvia remained active in her community through the Manchester and Richmond Seniors groups, AARP, Oldies but Goodies, her Quilting Circle, and Community Beacon, where she volunteered by offering rides to those in need. She was a faithful and active member of Winter Street Baptist Church.

She is survived by her loving children: John W. Greenleaf, Jr. and Nancy (Peacock) Greenleaf; Diane L. Frederickson; and Randall T. Greenleaf and Marie E. Turgeon. She was a proud grandmother to Misty L. Michaud, Amber D. Michaud, Amy J. Stevens, Samantha J. Jourdan, Adam R. Greenleaf, and Matthew J. Greenleaf; and a treasured great-grandmother to Brandon S. Ware, Griffin L. Ware, Lillian J. Matos, Celena L. Matos, and Nathaniel J. Stevens. She is also survived by her sisters, Betty J. Mason and Barbara A. Hickey, along with many additional family members and dear friends.

Sylvia was predeceased by the love of her life, John W. Greenleaf, Sr.; her parents, Dorothy M. (Farnham) Mason and Melvin W. Mason; her brother, Errol L. Mason; her daughter, Julie A. Greenleaf; her sons, Terry L. Greenleaf and Timothy R. Greenleaf; and her daughter-in-law, Tammy L. (Brown) Greenleaf.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to her compassionate care team at Maine General Medical Center for their attentive and loving care.

Sylvia was such a positive ray of sunlight, always smiling and laughing. She will be greatly missed.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Kincer Funeral Home, 130 Pleasant Street, Richmond, Maine 04357.

A funeral service will follow at 12:00 p.m. at Winter Street Baptist Church, 32 Winter Street, Gardiner, Maine 04345. A Celebration of Life will immediately follow the service at the church.

A graveside service at Litchfield Plains Cemetery will be announced at a later date.

In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in her honor to a local food bank.

02/28/2026

Pamela "Pam" Huntington
March 12, 1952 – February 17, 2026

Pamela Huntington, known affectionately by many as "Pam" and by her beloved grandsons as "NeNe", passed away on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. She faced her illness with the same strength and grace that defined her life.

A Life of Community and Connection
Born on March 12, 1952, in Gardiner, Maine, to Anne and Ernest Cunningham, Pam was a staple of the Richmond community from a young age. She was a proud graduate of the Richmond High School Class of 1970.

Following graduation, Pam began her career as a clerk for CMP, and later alongside her parents at Cunningham's Market, the local store that they owned in Richmond. Pam always provided a friendly face and a smile to the shoppers. Her true legacy was built in the hearts of local families. For many years, she served as the Food Service Director for Richmond Schools. She truly loved the kids, the staff, and the administration, and her presence in the cafeteria was a source of warmth for generations of students. Her dedication to her town was further reflected in her work with the PTA, the Legion Auxiliary, and her many years spent organizing the Alumni Banquet.

A High School Sweetheart Story
In November 1970, Pam married her high school sweetheart, Bruce Huntington. Theirs was a rare and beautiful love story that lasted 56 years—a testament to loyalty, friendship, and a lifetime of shared memories. Together, they built a home filled with love and laughter.

Wit, Wisdom, and the Ocean
Pam was a woman of quick wit and a sharp sense of humor. She was famous for her "Pamisms," particularly the conspiratorial "between me, you, and the lamppost" or to "From my mouth to God's Ears" when sharing a secret or a laugh. She found peace in her spirituality and profound solace by the ocean, where the waves reflected her steady and enduring spirit.

Family and Legacy
Pam is survived by her devoted husband, Bruce; her two sons, Ryan and Eric; and her beloved daughter-in-law, Danielle (Eric's wife). She also leaves behind her two sisters: Sue Dionne and Patricia "Patty" Pierce and her husband, Andrew Pierce. She will be missed by several nieces, nephews, cousins, and a wide circle of dear friends.

Her legacy lives on most vibrantly in her grandsons, Liam and Dominic, who were the absolute light of her life and the reason she so proudly wore the title of "NeNe".

The family wishes to extend a heartfelt thank you to her special friends and the CHANS Hospice Team for the comfort and compassionate care they provided to Pam during her final days.

Service Details
At Pam's request, there will be no formal funeral service. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date to honor her memory and the joy she brought to the world.

Pam will be deeply missed by all who knew her. As she would always say to those she held most dear: "Love you to the moon and back". May she rest in peace.

02/17/2026

Laverne Smith, of Richmond, passed away on February 13, 2026 at the age of 85. She was born on April 30, 1940 to Vernon and Dorothy (Skelton) Young in Richmond.

She graduated from Richmond High School in 1959 and married the love of her life, LeRoy Smith, right after and were married for 54 years before his passing in 2014.

While raising her own kids, she babysat for many parents in Richmond. When her kids got older, she went to work at Sir Gals in Bowdoinham, Clarostat in Richmond, and then Etonic in Richmond where she worked for 16 years until they closed in 1999. She went on to devoting herself as a loving mother and grandmother. Nothing was more important than spending time with her family. She always looked forward to family gatherings and was the first to volunteer to make her signature dishes, such as, baked mac n cheese, macaroni and potato salads and her infamous jam drop cookies! She was the heart and soul of the family and was deeply loved by all who knew her.

Laverne is survived by her sons, Dale Smith of Richmond, Kevin Smith Sr. and wife Debra of Richmond; daughters, Theresa Smith of Richmond and Kim (Smith) Desjardins of Bowdoinham; twelve grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and five great great grandchildren; brother, Vernon and wife Delores of Richmond; brother in law, Reginald Smith of Richmond; sisters in law, Connie Smith and Martha Young, both of Richmond; several nieces and nephews.

She is predeceased by her parents; her beloved husband, LeRoy Smith; brothers, Larry Young and wife Rita, Kenneth Young and Gary Young; sisters, Dorothy (Young) Watson and husband Charles, Shirley (Young) Yeaton and her husband Francis; son in law Andy Desjardins and granddaughter Kayla Seigars.

A funeral will be held February 26 at Kincer Funeral Home in Richmond. Visiting hours will be 2 to 3 pm with a service immediately following. There will be a gathering, with food and drinks, held in her honor afterwards at the Richmond Grange Hall. Please join us in celebrating her life. A burial will be held in the spring at Evergreen Cemetery in Richmond, with the date and time to be announced.

02/11/2026

It is with a broken heart the family of Dale Small announces his passing on Saturday February 7, 2026. He was soulmate to wife Becky for 58 years, together they built the home where they raised their family.

He was predeceased by parents Florence and Ralph Small, sisters Rowena Gibbs (Ozzie) and Beulah Howe (Buck), brother-in-law Richard Houdlette, brother Carroll Small, and best friend Barry Grover. He is survived by wife Rebecca, daughters Jennifer Small, Julie Keithley (Jason), Janet Johnson, and Joanne DeLeo (Tony); sister Gloria Houdlette, sister-in-law Gail Small, and adored grandchildren Drew (Hope) and Delaney Keithley; Abby, Liz, and Katie Johnson; Nick, Jack, and Sammy DeLeo; great grandchild Piper Keithley, and many nieces and nephews.

He was a 1957 graduate of Richmond High School. He held various jobs before being drafted by the Army in 1962, where he served two years as a communications specialist. He subsequently partnered with Carl Anderson and established Anderson and Small Fuel Company, where he remained for 20 years. After selling the oil company, he was a realtor, a master carpenter and a true Jack of All Trades. In his free time, he enjoyed carpentry, boating, kayaking, snowmobiling and spending time with his family and friends. He had many nicknames over the years, including Smalley, MacGyver for his ability to fix anything, DRS, Bamp, Rumple and Captain of the Kingfisher.

Dale struggled with dementia from Alzheimer's disease for the last several years of his life. He passed after a brief hospitalization. He will be forever missed. Salut!

02/10/2026

Matthew Ryan "Matty" Parks, 42, of Bowdoin, Maine, passed away peacefully at home in his sleep beside his wife. He was born July 6, 1983, to Thomas and Wendy Parks.

In high school, Matthew worked at Easy Rental in Lewiston. He later worked for General Concrete and most recently at Bath Iron Works (BIW) as a carpenter and deck lead — work he enjoyed doing especially the sea trials.

Matthew loved spending time with his family and had a deep passion for hunting — big and small wild game — and made sure the freezer was always full. His best times were spent rabbit hunting with Belle and Starr, deer hunting with Russ and Rich, and most recently sharing his love of hunting with his grandson Oliver. Oh, the stories to be told.

He is survived by his parents, Thomas and Wendy Parks; his brother, Forrest (Ann) Parks; his wife, Aimee; bonus children Kassandra and Patrick Creighton, and Abigail and Daniel Reynolds; grandchildren Oliver, Oakleigh, and Rosie; his in-laws Dan and Rose Dufour; sister-in-law Carrie Quagliaroli and family; aunts Faye and Crystal; and many cousins, extended family members, and lifelong friends.

He was predeceased by his grandparents, Richard and Ann Parks; his aunt Barbara; his grandparents Russell and Edith McIver; and his uncles Claude and Bill.

A celebration of Matthew's life will be held at a later time.

02/10/2026

Dakin (Bill) W. Coonradt, 93, died on February 3, 2026 at Horizons in Brunswick.

He was born on June 7, 1932 to Chester & Hazel (Woodworth) Coonradt of Scotia, NY. Bill was preceded in death by his wife Sally (Winters) Coonradt and his sister Beverly Richburg.

He served in the Navy and the Air National Guard in the 1950s. Bill and Sally visited all but a handful of states during many extended road trips. He retired from the phone company.

He is survived by his five children, seven grandchildren, and three great grandsons.

Thank you to the staff and volunteers of Horizons Living and Rehabilitation Center and Chans Hospice of Brunswick for the care and attention they provided so generously.

02/05/2026

Dresden, Maine — Gary Alan Getchell, 89, passed away peacefully at his home on November 3, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Born on November 20, 1935, he was the son of the late Ray H. and Ruth E. Getchell of Dresden ME.

Gary devoted his life to education, mentorship, and community. His teaching career began in 1957 and spanned schools in Raynham, Lynn, Foxborough, and Yarmouth, MA. From 1974 to 1982, he served as Principal of Mattacheese Middle School in Yarmouth, later teaching mathematics at Cape Cod Community College until his retirement in 2002. Though he left the classroom, Gary never stopped teaching, continuing to guide and inspire others throughout his life.

He lived for 40 years on Cape Cod and deeply cherished the friends and colleagues he made during that time. He was a member of the Masonic Fraternity and Past Master of Howard Lodge AF&AM in South Yarmouth and Pilgrim Lodge AF&AM in Harwich, MA.

Known for his intelligence, humor, and deep understanding of people, Gary lived with a spirit of curiosity and determination. He loved proving that aging need not slow one's enthusiasm for life—always dreaming, building, and learning.

In retirement, Gary and his wife, Judy, settled in Dresden, ME, in his ancestral home built in 1761. He spent his days restoring the house, welcoming friends, and building community on "Getchell Hill." He especially cherished time with family and friends—the Getchell Gang—enjoying Sunday bocce and barbecues, winter gatherings, Patriots games, and pool games with Mike and Vince.

Gary is survived by his wife of 63 1/2 years, Judy Gilmore Getchell; children Wendy Getchell-Lacey (Tom) of Salisbury, MA; Janine Bouchard (Chris) of Madison, NH; and Glenn Getchell (Angie) of Rome, GA. He is also survived by grandchildren Emily, Daniel, Samantha, Wil, and Ellie, and great-grandchild Luca. He was predeceased by his parents and daughter-in-law, Laura W. Getchell.

We invite you to join us at a memorial service for Gary Getchell at the Dresden Richmond United Methodist (DRUM) Church at 121 Pleasant Street in Richmond Maine on February 28, 2026.
Together we will celebrate the life of Gary Getchell-beloved son, husband, father, grandpa, friend, lifelong educator, humorist, carpenter, Mason, mathematician, lover of life, and devoted builder of community.
The service will begin at 1:00 pm and will be followed by a collation.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Gary's honor to organizations that were meaningful to him:
*Richmond Area Food Pantry: https://www.richmondareafoodpantry.org/Sponsors/ or check written to RAFP PO Box 74, Richmond, ME 04357.
*DRUM Church:
https://drumchurch.me. Checks may be written to DRUM Church at 121 Pleasant Street, Richmond Maine 04357 in memory of Gary Getchell. No online donations available at present.

02/05/2026

John W. Ottum of Cedar Grove, Dresden, ME passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife, Karen, by his side on January 16, 2026. He was born on January 4, 1945, in Portland to Jean and Alvin E. Ottum.
He was a graduate of Falmouth High School in 1965, and he then joined the Navy. He was a proud Vietnam Veteran. He was 1st Selectman of Dreden for many years, a member of the Dresden Historical Society, a member of the American Legion, and a member of the Mason’s. He retired from BIW in 2008 as an Electrical Marine Designer.
He is survived by his 2 sisters, Andrea Arnold and Vicki Wellman, 2 brothers, Alvin E Ottum and his wife Cathy, and Eric Ottum and his wife Anne; 2 Sister-in-laws, Jean Albert and Jackie Meggvier, as well as several nieces and nephews.
We wish to thank Chans Hospice of Brunswick and the team for their loving care.

01/28/2026

David Oakes, of Richmond, passed away in January 2026.

David was born on February 5, 1967, in Bangor, Maine, to Linwood Oakes Sr. and Marilyn Oakes.

For more than 40 years, David worked as a contract planner with the Department of Transportation. He took pride in his work and was known for his steady presence, strong work ethic, and reliability.

Music was a steady presence in David's life. He loved playing guitar, writing music, singing, and anything that had to do with music. It brought him joy, and it's one of the things those who knew him will remember most about him.

He is survived by his daughter, Jessica; son, Joshua; mother, Marilyn; brothers, Ken and Linwood Jr; sister, Belinda; grandchildren, August and Oliver; and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his father, Linwood Sr., and his brother, Greg.

Visiting hours will be held on February 6, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Kincer Funeral Home, 130 Pleasant Street, Richmond, ME, where all are welcome to gather and share memories of David's life.

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