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09/02/2026

LITCHFIELD - It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing of Peter R. Cameron on August 19, 2026, following a 4-year battle with cancer.

Born on March 7, 1957, Pete was the son of Robert and Jean Cameron of Pittston. He was a graduate of Gardiner High School, class of 1975.

After graduation, Pete worked as a carpenter throughout most of his life. After the birth of his daughter, he went to work briefly at Bath Iron Works from 1980 to 1985 where within 4 months of employment, he was promoted to back up lead man. Pete had a true gift as a carpenter - sometimes that was more than just a profession, it was part of who he was. Pete built a strong reputation for his workmanship, loyalty, and honesty to his customers.

Pete enjoyed traveling to Newfoundland with his family, up until his life-changing diagnosis left him unable to do so. He also enjoyed working on his many projects like tinkering on engines and building things. He loved watching sports. He was a Patriots fan. He also loved classic cars, especially Mopar.

He had a strong sense of family and hard work. Family was the center of Pete's life. He will be dearly remembered by his wife Betty Cameron, daughter April Cameron-Goodwin of Litchfield, son Brandon Cameron of Wasilla Alaska, grandson Tristan Goodwin, granddaughter Abby Goodwin, grandson Connor Jenney, and "brother" Brian Holman of Fayette.

Pete is preceded by his parents, sister Bonnie, and a brother David.

Per Pete's request, there will not be any services held at this time.

08/31/2026

Brunswick-Carol Lynn Pollard, passed away in Brunswick on August 25, 2026.

She is survived by three brothers, John Pollard and wife Holly of Casco, Ernest Pollard and wife Susan of Fairfield, and David Pollard and girlfriend Alicia of Canaan.

May she rest in peace.

Per Carol's request, there will not be any funeral services held at this time.

08/18/2026

Stephen Meyer Hatch died on July 24, 2026 at Augusta Maine General after a long illness. He was born, the youngest of three children, on May 16, 1956 to Harland and Dorothy (Meyer) Hatch of Bowdoin, Maine. He was educated in Bowdoin Schools, attended Brunswick High, and was a member of the first class to graduate from Mt. Ararat High School in 1974. He worked for many years in technical support for medical companies. He retired as an ITV tech from the University of Maine, Augusta.
Stephen, known to many of his friends as Satch, was a man of immense curiosity. He enjoyed travel, read copiously, and had a wealth of knowledge. His interests ranged from vintage military vehicles to the latest space shot. Music was a constant in his life, With his first wife, Linda Pervier, he was a familiar sight at concerts and performances. In 2011, he became a founding member of the band Pejepscot Station. Satch's guitar playing was a key engine in the band, which, when accompanied by long-time friend Ren Bernier on banjo, propelled the bands music with energy and drive. The band provided a place of hope and joy for him throughout the years of his battle with illness. He joined the band for practice sessions and gigs as often as his health allowed. Playing with the band was a bright spot in his life to which he always looked forward.
In 2013, Stephen married Son Ye Caron and became an instant step-father to three grown sons, and step-grandfather to five children under the age of ten. Stephen found great joy in his new family. He particularly cherished his wife, Son Ye, caring for her self-lessly.
Stephen was predeceased by his former wife, Linda, with whom he maintained a life-long friendship. He is survived by his wife, Son Ye, step-sons and their wives, and step-grandchildren. He also leaves behind his brother David, sister Gwenda, and a multitude of friends. At his request there will be no formal funeral services, but a celebration of life is planned for a later date.

08/17/2026

Barbara “Buzz” M. Wildes

Barbara M. Wildes, born on October 3, 1936, passed away on August 6, 2026, at her home in Bowdoinham, Maine.
Born Bertha, she was known throughout her life to those closest to her as Buzz or Buzzy. She was deeply loved, not only by her family but also by friends, neighbors, and all whose lives she touched along the way.
She will be remembered for her tenacity, determination, and the lasting impact she had on those around her. Her legacy lives on in the hearts of her family and friends, who will always hold her
memory with love and gratitude.
She is survived by her husband, children, grandchild, great-grandchildren, and extended family, all of whom will continue to cherish her memory and the love she shared so freely throughout her life.

08/12/2026

Richmond-Raymond McInnis, 74, of Richmond, passed away on July
26th 2026 at his home.

Raymond was born on January 11th 1952 the son of Harry and Annie McInnis.

He enjoyed watching the Red Sox and Patriots play, sitting at the
general store and watching traffic and visiting his family.

Raymond worked at Hardwood Products in Guilford for 30 years as a machine operator.

He was predeceased by his brothers Harry McInnis, Gary McInnis,
Jimmy McInnis, Clarence McInnis and his sister Marie Pearl

Raymond is survived by his wife Rosemarie McInnis and their
daughters Ann Chaisson, Daisy McInnis, Elizabeth Mcinnis; two
grandchildren Axl Gelzinis and Hayden Chaisson

No service being held at this time

08/07/2026

Nancy Pottle

Nancy Pottle (Chateauvert), lovingly known as Mimi, 78, of West Gardiner, Maine, went home to be with her Savior on August 5, 2026.

Born in Lewiston on May 2, 1948, Nancy was the daughter of Carroll and Doris Chateauvert.

Mimi's greatest joy was spending time with her family and friends. She loved baking for others, cheering on the Celtics, and serving her church. She welcomed everyone with a warm smile and hug, showing special love and compassion to children, babies, and anyone in need of comfort. Mimi’s laughter and love could fill a room.

A natural caregiver, Mimi and her husband, David (Papa), opened their home and hearts for more than 30 years to children and adults with special needs. Whether through a home-cooked meal, a listening ear, or a safe place to stay, she cared for countless people with kindness and generosity.

Her faith was the foundation of her life. She faithfully served through Sunday School as both teacher and superintendent, Awana, Vacation Bible School, Bible studies, the church coffee bar, and as a school volunteer.

Nancy was predeceased by her parents, Carroll Chateauvert and Doris Hersom, her granddaughter, Shana Newcombe and brother- in-law Robert Harris.

She is survived by her devoted husband, David Pottle Sr.; her children, David Pottle Jr., Daniel Pottle (Sarah), Doreen Newcombe (Bob), and Carolee Smith (Mike); her grandchildren, Amanda Warren, Asia Phelps (William), Ashlynn Smith, Samson Newcombe (Melissa), Alison Saucier (Camden), Gavin Pottle, Nicholas Kay, and Dylan Pottle; and her great-grandchildren, Logan Grover, Zachary Grover, Alivia Warren, Lilly Newcombe, Jaxson Newcombe, Kinley Killcollins, Emmalyn Phelps, Judson Newcombe, Alden Phelps, and soon-to-arrive Baby Saucier. Mimi is also survived by her Sisters Donna Harris, Joan Bailey (Everett), Debra Bowie (Ed), her brothers Leland Chateauvert (Elaine), Norman Hersom (Siv).

A Celebration of Life will be held on August 14 at 4:00 p.m. at Grace Community Chapel, 187 Lewiston Road, West Gardiner, Maine. In true Mimi fashion, a dessert reception will follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Grace Community Chapel's youth ministries.

08/04/2026

Robert “Bob” Kalish - 1940 - 2026

Robert “Bob” Kalish passed away peacefully, one day shy of his 86th birthday, on the morning of July 31st, 2026, at Midcoast Hospital, in the company of his wife of 40 years, Eloise Vitelli.

Bob was born on August 1st, 1940, in St. Louis, MO, to Simon and Goldie Kalish. He graduated from University City High School in 1958 and, in 2017, was inducted into the University City High School Hall of Fame. He earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Missouri - Colombia in 1963 and a master’s in education from the University of Southern California in 1973. Before college, Bob enlisted in the Coast Guard, which brought him to the shores of Lake Michigan and the New Jersey coast.

His career in journalism spanned decades and the globe: he started as a reporter for Daily Variety in Hollywood, worked in television and radio for CBS in Chicago, served as a Vietnam war correspondent in Thailand, and retired as a beat reporter for the Times Record, having covered such notable local events as the decommissioning of Maine Yankee Nuclear Power Plant and the closing of the Brunswick Naval Air Station. He was inducted into the Maine Press Association Hall of Fame in 2015 where he was recognized for being “an exquisite writer who exemplifies the fact that, above all, journalists are storytellers.”

He took some detours along the way: He published three novels in a series, thrillers titled “Blood Tide,” “Blood Run,” and “Blood Moon,” that follow Skipper Gould, a journalist and ex-Navy Seal, as he uncovers mysteries at home and abroad. He co-owned and operated a natural food store called the Grainery, at the site where Bath Natural Market still sits today. He co-authored two groundbreaking and award-winning books about climate change with his cousin, NASA climatologist Jack Fishman, and was a contributing author in a number of other publications. For years after his retirement from the Times Record, he wrote a column in the Coastal Journal called ‘Over Easy’, offering his humorous take on current events.

Bob was a practicing Buddhist. He meditated every day, and could often be heard espousing the wisdom of a Zen Koan, sometimes apropos of nothing, such as “Only go straight,” and “What is the sound of one hand clapping?” He had a cache of well-worn jokes that he was always ready to deploy onto fresh ears, reliably eliciting a groan from those who had heard them before. He was always willing to laugh, with others and at himself, and was known to find a joke he was trying to tell so funny that he would be debilitated by laughter; the punchline, when it finally came, was never as gratifying as the laughter it wrought from Bob.

Bob loved shopping for deals at Reny’s. He loved eating a loaded pizza with a Pemaquid Ale from the Cabin. He liked to listen to the Red Sox on his little portable radio while doing the dishes after dinner on a hot summer night. He loved the music of Bob Dylan and the movies of Mel Brooks and Woody Allen. He loved movie musicals, like “Singin’ in the Rain” and “Guys and Dolls,” so much so that he would frequently break out into song, pretending he was in one. He played basketball at the YMCA well into his 80s. He was a voracious reader, of books, newspapers, magazines.

Bob is survived by his wife, Eloise; his sister, Sheila; his brother, Randy and wife Liz; his sons, Sam Reitman, Will Kalish and wife Alexa; and his grandson, Emet. A celebration of life will be held on Friday, August 7th, from 3 to 5pm at the Bath Freight Shed. In lieu of flowers, enjoy a good bagel with lox, and please support your local newspaper, library, and YMCA.

07/31/2026

Oakland-Jeffrey C. Shaw, passed away on July 26, 2026 at his home.
A Funeral service with military honors will take place on Aug., 11th at 10 am at the Maine Veterans Cemetery Blue Star Ave. Augusta.

07/23/2026

Pittston-Norma "Tootie" M. Blodgett, 88, of the Nash Rd., passed away on July 20, 2026 at Glenridge Nursing Home, Augusta.

She was born in Dresden on March 24, 1938 the daughter of Vernon and Beatrice Merserve.

Tootie graduated from Bridge Academy, the class of 1955, soon after she married the love her life Clifton Blodgett.

Tootie was a master quilter, wining many blue and best of show ribbons. She knitted mittens and sweaters for all of her family, friends and any children she knew. She particularly loved spending time with her family. Tootie loved dogs and always had one by her side.

Tootie was predeceased by her husband Clifton S. Blodgett, her parents, younger brother Hildreth Hilly" Meserve, and infant great granddaughter Mabel Grace Blodgett.

She is survived by her daughter Kimberly (Blodgett) Pettengill and husband Brody, son Jeff Blodgett and wife Brenda, grandchildren Travis Pettengill and wife Kathy, Trevor Pettengill and wife Kristal, Matthew Blodgett and wife Ivy, Christopher Blodgett, Kenneth Blodgett, great grandchildren Blake, Adriana, Presley and Brinley Pettengill, Keira, Cooper and Julia Blodgett. Also her half siblings Kermit, Sally, Janice, Lorraine and Stanley.

Per Tooties request there will not any funeral services held at this time.

The family would like to thank Stephanie Hunt, caregiver extraordinaire for her compassion during Tooties illness, you're amazing.

07/21/2026

Paul G. Roy

Monmouth-On July 16, 2026, Paul Gillis Roy, age 93 of Monmouth, Maine, passed away peacefully at home after a long illness.

Paul was born on March 10, 1933, in Augusta Maine, to Alexander Roy and Ernestine (Cote) Roy.

He graduated from Hallowell High School in 1951 with a full scholarship to play football at the University of New Hampshire. A testament to his character, Paul instead decided to answer the call to serve and joined the United States Army as a paratrooper with the 82nd Airborne. He later requested reassignment and was deployed to serve in the Korean War with Eighth U.S. Army 3rd Infantry Division. Paul was honorably discharged in 1954 at the rank of Sergeant First Class. During his service, he received the Bronze Star Medal for Meritorious Service, Korean Service Medal with two Bronze Service Stars, National Defense Service Medal, and United Nations Service Medal. Despite these decorations, Paul was most proud of the 350 lb. wild boar he hunted for his commanding officer during deployment.

After returning home, Paul worked as a lineman for Central Maine Power, prior to opening his own automotive garage, Paul’s Auto Body, which he ran until retirement.

Paul married Nancy J. Tobey in 1959. They resided in South Gardiner and later in Richmond, where they remained until Nancy’s passing in 2016. He then moved to Monmouth, where he lived with his daughter and son-in-law.

Paul’s best friend, Wendell Skidgell said Paul was “at his best when he was helping others.”

Paul exemplified that statement as a Kora Shriner, having served as past President of the Kennebec County Shrine Club. He was a member of the Kora Clowns, and one of the founding members of the Kora Karts.

In 1968, Paul attended a retreat for the Kennebec County Shrine Club at the Squaw Mountain Hotel in Greenville, Maine. An accidental fire broke out during his stay, destroying the hotel. Using his skills as a paratrooper, Paul jumped from the window ledge, then ran to bring back a ladder, saving the lives of several staff and Shriners. He and his father-in-law also caught a young woman who jumped from the burning building. Paul received the Lifesaving Award from the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers for his heroism.

In 2014, Paul was inducted into the Hallowell High School and Hall-Dale High School Inaugural Athletic Hall of Fame for his role as quarterback for the 1950 Hallowell High School Championship Football Team.

In 2024, he was chosen to attend Honor Flight Maine, where he proudly participated in placing a wreath on the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.

Paul made friends with everyone he met and cherished every one of them. In his later years, he became a staple at Charlene’s gas station in Richmond, where he went almost daily to visit “his girls” and scratch his lottery tickets.

Paul was predeceased by his parents and 9 siblings. He is survived by his daughter, Jennifer McDonough and husband Bill; granddaughter, Heather Brown and partner Sara Belmont of Portland; brother Carold Blake and wife Donna of Hallowell; brother Ronald Blake and wife Michelle of Gardiner; and many special nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A memorial service will be held on August 21st, 2026, at 12:00 pm at the Maine Veterans Cemetery 143 Blue Star Ave., Augusta.

Those who wish may make a memorial contribution to:

Honor Flight Maine, P.O. Box 469, Augusta, ME 04332-0469, or online at www.honorflightmaine.org/donations

Paul’s family would like to send a heartfelt thank you to the nursing staff of Andwell Hospice who cared for him (Darby, Maddie, Gail, and Christine), and the outstanding staff at the Togus Veterans Administration (Tiffany Wood, RN, Dr. Annette Beyea, Jarrod Henry, PA, and many, many more).

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