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06/01/2026

Daniel R. Maybury, 65 of Poland, Maine passed away on May 27th after a courageous fight with cancer, with his wife by his side.

In school Dan enjoyed playing hockey with friends. At an early age Dan passed papers which stemmed his strong work ethic. He worked at Country Kitchen as it seemed everyone did at times! He also worked at BIW and Auburn Concrete. Dan became a commercial truck driver for Progressive Distributers then moved to other carriers, most recently RC Moore running tanker for Poland Spring. He enjoyed listening to audio books to pass the time on his runs. Dan enjoyed mystery and action books, tv shows and movies. Murder she wrote, Walker Texas Ranger, Columbo, Taken, and the Equalizers.

Dan enjoyed building motorcycles for himself as well as fixing for others, Dan would ride any chance he could. Dan was a wiz on anything mechanical. If it posed a challenge he was all over it. Solved it every time where other people would give up. He was very creative and would repair and paint things and you would never know there was prior damage.

Dan loved to go camping with friends and family, especially his dogs Sissy and Easton. He loved sitting by the fire, cooking meals and walking off the meals with the dogs through the campgrounds.

He could tell a story with the best of them, sometimes very elaborate!! Teasing his kids when they would get a snack from a vending machine. "Be careful he said, I had a brother who died doing that." It was unclear how many he had!!

Predeceased by parents Robert and Henrietta Maybury and brother Tony Maybury.

Survived by wife Tina, daughter Myla and fiancé Chris Purser of CA. Son Dariyan and fiancé Ashley Upham of Rockland, son Drew and wife Camilla of CA, sister Katie Paiton of Sabattus, several nieces, nephews, and greats. Grandchildren Evan and Kaitlyn Purser and Raeshon Pate.

Dan had a great spirit to help anyone and everyone and will be greatly missed. He will build and ride with his friends and brother now. Be free, Ride on!!

A celebration of life will be held in June. Date TBD.

In lieu of flowers please donate to the Andwell Hospice House.

05/23/2026

Paul D Sherman 1943-2026
Paul D. Sherman, son of late Francis H Sherman and Eleanor Brown Sherman was born November 1, 1943 at Miles Memorial Hospital, Damariscotta, Maine. He attended Richmond High School where he excelled academically. He received a BS Degree in mathematics and chemistry from University of Maine, and an MBA degree from Thomas College.
He was a chemistry teacher at Gardiner High for 28 years when he retired in 1994. During his teaching career he was: student council advisor, swim coach, track coach and golf coach. He was a certified USA track and field official and a certified high school and collegiate swimming and diving official. He was also a Little League coach and junior football director and coach.
Paul in recent years has been on the board of Central Maine Seniors Golf Association where he was a tournament director and an avid golfer at both Highland Golf course where he was employed part-time, as well as a past member of Springbrook Golf Club.
Upon retirement he worked for N&D Sports of Hampden, CT. and had been involved in the Super Bowl, World Series, Final Four, and other sporting events running the merchandise warehouse at the various host cities.
His passion for travel with his wife, Debbie, has taken him to many areas of the world: Mexico, Central America, South America, Europe, Southeast Asia, Australia, New Zealand, along with over 20 cruises. He has visited all national parks in the US, including Hawaii and Alaska. Many summers were spent driving across country and was glad to have visited all 50 states.
His other passion was playing duplicate bridge where he was a Life Master and Bronze Life Master player. He was a member of the Augusta Bridge Assoc. and the Lewiston Bridge Assoc.
Paul’s passion had always been his dedication to Masonry and Shrine. He started his association in Richmond Lodge #63 in 1965 and was a member of Village Lodge. Exalted in New Jerusalem-Emeth Chapter RAM in Wiscasset, he joined Lebanon Chapter in 1967, served as a high priest in 1970 and 1973, and was treasurer. He served as grand Stewart of Grand Royal Arch Chapter of Maine in 1978 and member of Maine Council of Anointed High Priests.
He was greeted in Adoniram Council, Gardiner in 1967, served as Illustrious master in 1970 and served as treasurer. He joined Maine Council of Maine in 1978 and served as grand master in 1983. He was an honorary member of the Grand Council of New York and representative to the Grand Council of California.
He was Knighted in Maine Commandary #1 in 1969 and served as an eminent commander in 1972. He has served as prelate and treasurer since 1974 and 1993. He served several years as associate Grand prelate of the Grand Commandory of Maine.
In 1981 he received the Scottish Rite degrees in the Valley of Augusta and Maine Consistory.
His other Masonic affiliations included: Past Officer’s Assoc; Knight York Cross of Honor; Pine Tree Priorty; York Grand Cross of Honor Quadrant; Pine Cone Council Knight Mason of Maine; Eusebius Conclave Red Cross of Constantine, serving as engineer and architect of the Imperial Red Cross of Constantine; Dirigo York Rite College; received the order of the Purple Cross, and grand governor for Maine of York Rite Sovereign College of North America.
He joined KORA temple in 1977, had been an active member on the circus committee since 1984. He was also member and past president of Kennebec Valley Shrine Club. He was appointed to the Divan in 1988 and became Potentate in 1998. He was recorder of Kora Shrine for 15 years. Paul was a member of Put Stevens Royal Order of Jesters. He was also a member of the "Q."
Paul leaves behind his wife, Debbie of 59 years, a son David and wife Deanna of Boothbay and Readfield, Maine; a daughter, Bethany McGrail of Readfield, Maine; his two very special granddaughters: Katelyn and Molly; plus cousins in Ohio and Maine.
His passion in life was to fulfill a gentle, quiet, yet devoted life to mankind. He will be deeply missed by all who were blessed to know him as a quiet friend.
Donations in his honor may be made to: Kora Temple Endowment Fund, Lewiston or Highlands Golf Scholarship Program in Turner, ME.
A masonic memorial service will be held on June 27, at 1pm at Kora Temple in Lewiston, Maine; immediately following there will be a celebration of life.

05/22/2026

David Schmidt, 88, of Augusta passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026.
He was born in Farmington to Dr. Lorrimer Schmidt and Dorothy Schmidt on April 20,1938.
He served in the US Marines and spent many years as a salesman before realizing his dream of owning a restaurant. He co-owned both the Weathervane and Hattie’s with his wife Harriett. David loved restaurant life, cooking, playing cribbage and his dog, Muffin.
David is predeceased by his wife, Harriett; his parents; Stepdaughter Gloria Weeks; and his brother Dr. James Schmidt.
He is survived by his son Steven Schmidt and his wife Teresa; his daughter, Lisa Hicks; his grandchildren, Darren Hicks, Brianna Hicks, Karl Schmidt, and Nathan Weeks. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

05/14/2026

Poland - Raymond Arthur Strout, 92, of Poland passed away at the home he and his wife built, surrounded by his family. Raymond Arthur Strout was born January 1, 1934, to Hubert Arthur Strout and Ruby Velvia Strout of Livermore.

Ray was predeceased by his wife Sandra F. Maxwell on August 18, 2016. He is survived by his three daughters, Roberta D. Douglass, Melinda P. Whitworth and Rachel Abrena Strout. Grandchildren Miranda Wadsworth and husband Gary Wadsworth, Jason Simmons, Stephanie Fowler, Cory Simmons and Wyatte Damon. Great-Grandchildren Taylor Simmons, Tia Jordan, Austin Fye, Tessa Lovering, Alicia Lapointe, Sarah Tripp, Liliana Simmons-Palise, Teagan Wadsworth, and Canyon Simmons-Palise. Great-Great-Grandchildren, Karson Simmons, Easton Simmons, Elroy Arsenault (predeceased 06/16/2020), Hudson Simmons, Kinsley Haas, and Kalliope Tripp.

Raymond was always active in his community and was one of the first mustard team volunteers that started the Poland Fire Department. In Ray's younger years he could always be found at the local town garage working on racecars and his two oldest daughters Roberta and Melinda were known as the two Hot Rods! Ray worked many jobs from Poland Spring Bottle Company, Glick Brothers, S.E. McMillan and finishing his career as Mechanic at Callahan Brothers. In retirement he ran his own garage at his home along with a dear friend Dana Thurlow. Ray enjoyed camping at lake moxie at his family camp "Ruby's Place" where he would do a lot of trail riding with 3 wheelers and his youngest daughter Rachel had her own 110 three-wheeler, as she was always trying to keep up with them all. He was also one of the first people in the town of Poland along with "Hook Nose" otherwise known as Bob Merrill in starting the snowmobile club. Ray looked forward to his breakfast/lunch dates with his Grand-daughter Miranda! Ray could be found fishing, going to the annual moxie gathering that later turned into the local gathering for a pig roast at the Garland's. If you couldn't find Ray at home, he would be at the camp-lot on Thompson Lake was his favorite past-time to sit and watch the water, where family gatherings for a fish fry or cook out would happen annually. Ray was always busy either tinkering in the garage, planting in the greenhouse, gardening or working on a project of some kind. The-last year Ray always looked forward to homemade meals from his Grand-daughter Stephanie. Right up to the last two weeks before he passed, he had to hook up the wiring to the greenhouse! Ray was a man that was hard to hold down, even when it was difficult to walk, he was determined.

Thank you to Auburn Hospice especially Paulett was a wonderful RN that was very caring during her home visits over the last year and half during Ray's final days of battling cancer.

In honor of Ray Strout, we would like to ask if you would make a donation to be made to Poland Fire Department.

Please join us for a celebration of Life honoring Ray Strout. We will be gathering on Saturday, May 30th at 2pm at the Family Camp Lot Address 43 Johnson Hill Road, Poland where we will share memories, laughter, stories and food as we celebrate the love and impact Ray brought to our lives.

05/12/2026

Lewiston, Maine - Patricia Anne Dupont died on April 29, 2026, at Andwell House in Lewiston, Maine, in the company of her foster daughter and beloved companion, Frances May Auclair.

Patricia was predeceased by her parents, Donozor and Lillian Dupont; and her sister, Anita Durant. She is survived by her sister, Marie Bernatchez; and many nieces and nephews.

Patricia graduated as valedictorian from St. Louis School and St. Dominic's High School, then entered the Dominican Sisters in Mortefontaine, France. She earned her BA at Emmanuel College and her MA at Boston College. Patricia was an accomplished musician, playing piano, organ, and multiple instruments. After spending 17 years as a Dominican religious, Patricia moved to Nashua, New Hampshire, and taught music at Bicentennial School. She was married to Maurice Hudon for 17 years then moved back to Maine, finishing her musical career in Bangor. She and Frances shared homes in Medway, Millinocket, Orland, Lakeland, Florida, and Lincoln. She loved to travel and visited throughout the west. She also traveled to Canada, Mexico and throughout Europe. Patricia was committed to visiting shut-ins and bringing them communion as a member of St Michael's Episcopal Church. She also served as the temporary organist.

There will be a funeral service at St. Michael's Episcopal Church, 78 Pleasant St., Auburn, Maine on May 23, 2026, at 10 a.m. This will be followed by a reception at the church. Interment will be at St. Peter's Cemetery, Lewiston, Maine. At her request, donations may be sent to the Church Memorial Fund in her name or to the charity of your choice.

05/11/2026

Wilfred Ayotte, 83, of Auburn, passed away peacefully on April 18, 2026, at the Andwell Hospice House in Auburn, with his loving family by his side.

He was born on September 7th, 1942, in Lewiston. The son of Fernand Ayotte Sr and Martha Ayotte.

Willie worked for Falcon Shoe in the lasting department for over twenty plus years. Moving on to be the maintenance supervisor for the Auburn Mall Apartments for several years. After three attempts he finally retired at age 80 from custodial work with the Lewiston school department.

He had a soft heart for animals, a great sense of humor, a "go with the flow" kind of guy. He loved breakfast Saturdays with his girls, camping with his family and friends at Range Pond Campground, riding his scooter and doing some archery for sport. His all time favorite enjoyment was roller skating at Auburn Rollodrome. His interest began when he was a floor attendant in his early years, he had skated well into his 70's on Thursday nights for oldies night.

He is survived by his wife Beth and his two daughters Kim Teehan (Jim) and Trena Dubois (Dave). Stepchildren Charlie Lacasse and Julie Lacasse-Kreamer. Grandchildren Stephanie and Matthew. Great grandchildren Cambria, Cole, and Lennon.

Predeceased by his parents, and two brothers John Ayotte and Fernand Ayotte Jr. Niece Christy Ayotte and grandnephew Anthony (Tony) Ayotte.

A celebration of life will be held on May 30th 10am-12pm at Auburn Rollodrome. Come skate in memory of Willie.

05/11/2026

Helen Margaret Sabine of Sabattus, Maine, passed away peacefully at home on May 7, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. Born on October 8, 1934, Helen was the daughter of Grey and
Margarite Quinlan. She grew up in Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada, the middle child of 13.

Helen met her husband, Stanley Sabine, Jr., a widower with two young sons, at a Sunday School picnic while vacationing with friends in Skowhegan, Maine. They married on March 25, 1960. Helen lived a life of service as a pastor's wife and homemaker and was well known for her love of babies. Helen and Stan were also foster parents for over 40 years. She always said those were the happiest years of her life.

Helen is survived by son Jonathan Sabine of Salisbury, North Carolina; her son Brian and his partner, Darlene, of Durham; son Danial and his wife, Sarah, of Sabattus; and daughter, Catherine, and her husband, Toby, of Sabattus; a very special sister-in-law, Cindy Quinlan, of New Vineyard, Maine; her sisters Patricia McAteer and Linda Vielander of Owen Sound, Ontario, Canada; and many beloved grandchildren and great grandchildren who have been her greatest joy.

Helen was predeceased by her husband, Stanley Sabine, Jr., and son Timothy Sabine.

A service will be held on June 7, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., at the Grace Community Church, 1498 Turner Street, Auburn, Maine. Helen loved flowers, especially roses, and they are welcome at her
memorial.

05/11/2026

Sylvia Edmondson joined her husband as she entered heaven and into God's hands as she passed away on May 1, 2026, with her family at her side at the Lamp Memory Care Home in Lisbon Falls. Sylvia was born on the Wildes Road in Bowdoinham on April 23, 1935, the third of seven children to Milton and Ruth Vera Wildes Baker. Sylvia was predeceased by her husband, Richard, her parents, her siblings Stanley Baker, Larry Baker, Carolyn Chipman, and Myrna Jasper, and her beloved son Steven.

Sylvia attended the Jellerson School for four years before her family moved to the farm on River Road, where she then attended the Coombs School. She graduated from Brunswick High School in 1952 as a member of the Hawthorne Chapter of the National Honor Society. Following her graduation, she worked for Attorney Joseph Aldred. Upon turning 18, Sylvia followed her lifelong dream and enlisted in the U.S. Navy. After boot camp, Sylvia was stationed in Washington, D.C., where she subsequently met her future husband, who was already serving in the Navy. For the next several years, they moved up and down the East Coast of the United States, following her husband's career. Their three sons were born in Maryland, Washington, D.C., and South Carolina. As her husband's career was winding down, they moved to Bowdoinham, where they made their home upon his retirement.

For the next several years, Sylvia worked at the Naval Air Station Brunswick as a secretary in various departments, including Security, Medical, Commissary, and Administration. Sylvia's favorite position, however, was when she was elected the Town Clerk of Bowdoinham, serving in that role from 1984 to 1998.

Sylvia's passions were gardening, walking, quilting, family history, and caring for the many dogs and cats that made their home with her, many of which were rescue animals. Sylvia was particularly pleased to learn she was a descendant of five passengers aboard the Mayflower.

Another great joy was spending time with her grandchildren and great- grandchildren, taking them on hikes to Wildes Point, swimming at Popham Beach, having tea parties, and baking a variety of holiday cookies together.

Sylvia and her husband Richard were able to travel throughout the country after their retirement, attending many ship reunions. Sylvia was a member of the Second Baptist Church in Bowdoinham and the Bowdoinham Historical Society. She is survived by two of her sons, Dennis and his wife Jean of Bath, her son Mark of Bowdoinham, daughter in-law Linda of Woodstock, and her daughter in-law Dorothea of Topsham, plus her seven grandchildren Natalie Cable of Buxton, Mandy Charlton of Dresden, Ashley Thiboutot of Orange, Massachusetts, Aimee Thiboutot of Topsham, Lukas Thiboutot Edmondson of Arrowsic, Isaac Edmondson of Bath and Caleb Edmondson of Portland plus four great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her longtime companion and dearest friend, David Piccuito of Bowdoinham.

Visiting hours will be on Friday, May 29th, from 4 to 6 pm. A service will be held at the Kincer Funeral Home in Richmond on May 30th, at 1 pm, with a reception to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Coastal Humane Society in Brunswick.

05/07/2026

George Krapovicky, 95, passed away on May 2, 2026; at Clover Manor in Auburn, reunited with his wife Janet in their heavenly home.

He was born in Auburn on March 7, 1931, son of Lithuanian immigrants John and Emilia Krapovicky. He graduated Edward Little High School in 1949. He proudly served his country in the U.S Army, a veteran of the Korean War. He went to college on the G.I bill, and attained a Masters of Education at University of Maine at Orono. He married the love of his life Janet Elaine Simmons in 1970.
George was a beloved teacher of sciences, and coached several activities at Lewiston High School and Montello Elementary School – fondly remembered by his students for his classroom antics. He enjoyed skiing, gardening, deer hunting, and was a skilled fisherman - whether at a secret fishing hole with home-tied flies, or ocean excursions in his Boston Whaler. He was well known for his sense of humor, and always had a “dad joke” ready to tell.
George is predeceased by his wife, parents, and his brothers John, Charles and Alec Krapovicky.
He is survived by his sons Michael Krapovicky and Matt (Narnia) Krapovicky; grandchildren Marcus Krapovicky, Emelia (Joshua) Morin, and Braiden Krapovicky; his nephew Lee (Charlotte) Krapovicky and Lee’s children Angela and Derek Krapovicky; his sister-in-law, Eva Jane Demers; and nieces Lisa Fuellemann and Ellen Ross. All will miss him greatly.
Services will be held on Friday, May 15 at 11 a.m. at East Auburn Baptist Church, 560 Park Ave., Auburn, with refreshments following.

05/02/2026

Harry McNelley (1956–2026)
BRUNSWICK, ME – Harry McNelley, 69, of Brunswick, passed away on April 23, 2026, at Maine Medical Center in Portland following a long and courageous battle with diabetes.

Life and Service
Harry’s life was defined by service and a passion for community. In 1982, while stationed in Iceland with the U.S. Navy, he met and married his wife, Laurie. During his naval career, Harry served as an RMT specialized in teletype repair and as an AK-Aviation Storekeeper.

Following his military service, Harry became involved with the local Boy Scout organization. He was deeply involved in Scouting leadership, participating in advanced training courses such as Wood Badge and Roundtable to better support and develop programs for his sons and their peers.

An avid enthusiast of technology and communication, Harry was also an active member of the local Ham Radio Club. He led weekly meetings, hosted local gatherings, and traveled to out-of-state events, sharing his expertise and friendship with fellow operators.

Family
Harry is survived by his beloved wife of 44 years, Laurie McNelley. He was a devoted father to his two sons, Jeremy and Justin McNelley.

He is also survived by:

His sister, Irene Rodgers and her husband, Mike.

His sister, Harriet McNelley and her daughter.

Nephew Butch Cheathum (wife Kristy and their four boys).

Nephew Jay Cheathum (wife Tammy and their three boys).

Niece Missy Rodgers.

Harry was preceded in death by his sister, Faye Tew.

Memorial Contributions
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made in Harry’s name to support research and care at the American Association of Diabetes.

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 7023 Merrifield, VA 22116-7023

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