Page 10A, The Bridgton News, March 23, 2017
Obituaries
Walter S. Stone
Robert P. Grady
PORTER — Walter S. Stone, 75, of Porter (Kezar Falls), passed away on Friday, March 17, 2017, at his home, after a long illness. He was born in Hanover, N.H., on May 2, 1941, the son of David W. and Rena L. (Lambert) Stone, and attended Vermont grammar schools. His family moved to Maine when he was in his teens, and he graduated from Porter High School. He met the love of his life, Carol Ann Davis, in 1958, and they were married on Aug. 25, 1962. Walt and Carol settled in Kezar Falls and raised their family surrounded by the love of their parents. While raising his family, Walt worked for the Kezar Falls Light and Power Co., which became Central Maine Power Co., where he worked for 42 years. He was a longtime member of the Kezar Falls Volunteer Fire Department, really enjoying being a member of the “Firemen’s Muster Team” over the years. Walter was a faithful member of St. Matthew’s Catholic Church in Limerick, and very involved with the Knights of Columbus. He enjoyed going dancing with his wife and friends, gardening, hunting and fishing, camping at Locklin’s Campground, woodworking, and cheering on the New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox. Most importantly, Walt was a devoted husband, dad and grampa. He could always be found cheering on his children and grandchildren at sporting events, band and chorus concerts, musicals, plays, academic events, dance recitals, and more. He was happiest gathering around tables with family and friends, sharing stories, enjoying a good meal, and laughing. He will be sadly missed by his family and all who loved him. Besides his beloved wife, Walter is also predeceased by two brothers, Roger and Robert Stone; and sister, Sandy Sluis. Surviving are his daughter, Laurie Richmond of Hiram; three sons, David Stone of Carrabassett Valley, Michael Stone of Lebanon, N.H. and Everton Arruda Costa of Rio de Janerio, Brazil; his brother, Tim Stone of Cornish; two granddaughters; as well as several nieces and nephews, and a large, loving extended family. Visiting hours will be on Monday, March 27, from 5 to 7 p.m., immediately followed by a prayer service at 7 p.m., all at Watson, Neal & York Funeral Home, 71 Maple Street, Cornish. A funeral Mass will be on Tuesday, March 28, at 10 a.m. at St. Matthew’s Catholic Church, 19 Dora Lane, Limerick. Burial will be in Kezar Falls later in the spring. Online condolences may be expressed at: www.wnyfuneralhome.com In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Porter Hiram Toy Fund in Walt’s memory. Checks payable to: 21 Club c/o Pat Bardugone, 19 Derby Barn Road, Hiram, ME 04041.
GORHAM — Robert “Pat” Grady, 94, died peacefully at his home in Gorham, on Friday, March 10, 2017. He was born in Minneapolis, Minn. on May 16, 1922, to Edmund and Martha (Novak) Grady. Always known as Pat, he moved with his parents and three sisters to Los Angeles, Calif. He was drafted into the Army at the age of 20, and after a stint that included an experimental education program at Massachusetts Institute of Technology he returned to Los Angeles. He completed a bachelor’s degree at Loyola and earned a master’s degree in Bacteriology at USC. Pat married Rubye C. Webb in 1948 and they settled in Southern California to raise their five children. He worked as a chemist for the State Health Department. He held a similar position for the state of New Mexico after a move to Albuquerque. The family moved to Gorham in 1968, where Pat served first as a chemist, and then director of Water Quality for the Portland Water District. He was dedicated to improving and maintaining the purity of the water supply from Sebago Lake, and in 1986, he won the Friendship Medal from the Institution of Water Engineers for his paper on this effort. Pat was an active member of St. Anne’s Church in Gorham. As a child, he had polio and as a survivor he was an enthusiastic supporter of the Post-Polio Community. He was an avid gardener and an accomplished woodworker. His home was filled with his own creations, that often had been decorated by his wife, Rubye. He and Rubye were inveterate travelers, both domestically and abroad. Pat was predeceased by his wife Rubye of 62 years; and by his three sisters, Mary, Eileen, and Rita. He is survived by his children, Michael Grady of Albuquerque, James Grady of Gorham, Patricia Zline of Laurel, Md., Brian Grady of Sebago, and Mary Kate Flaherty, of Westbrook; five grandchildren and a great-grandchild. A memorial service will be held in the spring. Arrangements are under the care of Dolby Funeral Chapel, Gorham. Please visit www.dolbyfuneralchapels.com for additional information and to sign Pat’s online guest book. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Pat’s memory to: Gorham Food Pantry, P.O. Box 547, Gorham, ME 04038.
Lisa H. Lane BROWNFIELD — Lisa H. Lane, 61, of Brownfield, died Saturday, March 11, 2017, at the Androscoggin Hospice House in Auburn, following a courageous battle with cancer. She was born Jan. 21, 1956, in Biddeford, the daughter of Robert Gerard and Suzanne Gisele (Dupont) Lacroix. She attended local schools, graduating from Thornton Academy and later Westbrook College with a degree in business. On Oct. 11, 1997, in Kennebunkport, she married Robert M. Lane, whom she met at the University of New England, where they both worked. She and Robert lived in South Portland for several years, all the while keeping a fifth-wheel camper at a site in Brownfield, where they longed to build a home. In 2003, that dream came true and they enjoyed their new home, commuting to and from UNE everyday, where she worked for many years as the assistant director of admissions for the College of Osteopathic Medicine. Nearing retirement, she set her sights on Arizona and they recently purchased a home there to leave the New England weather behind and be close to her stepson and grandchildren. Lisa was passionate about many things and near the top were the love of travel throughout the United States, camping, fishing, organic vegetable gardening, the company of her family, and most recently her work with Long Journey Animal Rescue. She is survived by her husband, Robert of Brownfield; and stepson, Robert Neil and his wife and their two children, all of Glendale, Ariz. She was predeceased by her parents. At her request, there will be no services. Arrangements are in the care of the Wood Funeral Home, 9 Warren Street, Fryeburg. Gifts may be given in her memory to Long Journey Animal Rescue, P.O. Box 364, Fryeburg, ME 04037.
Edvieanna Bartlett BROWNFIELD — Edvieanna Bartlett, 66, of Brownfield, died Tuesday, March 14, 2017 at her home in Brownfield after a very long illness. She was born on Aug. 23, 1950, in North Conway, N.H., a daughter of Robert W. and Eva M. (Brown) Swan. She graduated from Dover High School and then attended the University of Southern Maine, majoring in Art. On May 15, 1974, she married Bruce Bartlett in Conway, N.H. and made their home in Brownfield. When she was of better health, she worked at the Center of Hope and subsequently at the Essence of Art. Most notably, she worked as a seamstress at Chuck Roast in North Conway. She loved art in all of its forms, but her favorite was painting and drawing. Edvieanna is survived by her husband, Bruce of Brownfield; two daughters, Holly Kanaris of Augusta and Nicolle Bradbury of Denmark; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; siblings, Bob Swan of Dover, N.H., Maddy Stanley of Portsmouth, N.H., and Billie Swan of North Berwick. She was predeceased by her parents. At her request, there will be no services. Arrangements are in the care of the Wood Funeral Home, 9 Warren Street, Fryeburg. Condolences and tributes may be shared at www.woodfuneralhome.org
Deborah A. Demers NAPLES — Deborah A. Demers, 48, passed away at her home on Saturday, March 4, 2017. A graveside service will be announced in the spring. Arrangements are by Hall Funeral Home, Casco.
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Randall L. Harmon Randall L. Harmon, 73, of Bridgton, died unexpectedly of a heart attack on Friday, March 3, 2017. He was born in Bridgton on March 7, 1943, the son of William E. Harmon and Martha E. “Betty” Chandler. Randall grew up in Bridgton and North Bridgton. He converted to Catholicism during his teen years. In 1961, he graduated from Bridgton High School. After school, he spent a short time at Graymoor Monastery in New York. He worked at the Institute of Living in Hartford, Conn., for more than 15 years, then at Meadowbrook Nursing Home in Plattsburg, N.Y., as a CNA, until his retirement. He returned to Maine in 2007 to care for his mother. Randall always had a passion for Indians, collecting many artifacts and books. He was an advocate for saving Indian Rock on Route 117 in Norway. A large piece of this rock was relocated to the park near Lake Pennesseewassee. He had many interests, some of which included reading, music, traveling and genealogy. He was instrumental in establishing the annual Chandler/Littlefield reunion. He was a very generous, giving man. He also felt blessed for his family and friends. He was predeceased by his parents; brother, Kenneth; sister, Katherine Morrill; and stepfather, Leonard Elmer Hilton. Surviving are his brothers: Robert of Connecticut, Philip of Florida, Stanley of Waterford, James and Paul of Bridgton; a sister, Sandra Hewson; their spouses, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. A graveside service will be held at a later date.
Rohais Huntington PORTLAND — Rohais Huntington, 69, passed away on March 19, 2017, at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House. She was born in Portland on Nov. 6, 1947, the daughter of the late Irwin and Frances (Pinda) Brown. Rohais will always be remembered as a great mother and grandmother. She will also be remembered as a wonderful caretaker who enjoyed caring for children. She was predeceased by a son, Robbie Tracy. She leaves behind her children, Kevin Tracy of Saco, Todd Tracy of Cornish, Tamara Tracy of Raymond and Stephen Tracy of Portland; former husband Robert Tracy of Old Orchard Beach; 12 grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren. Visiting hours will be held Friday, March 24, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service Chapel, 498 Long Plains Rd. (Route 22) in Buxton. A Roman Catholic funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday at 11 a.m. Burial will be in the spring at Arlington Cemetery in Windham. Online condolence messages can be posted at: www.mainefuneral. com In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House, 11 Hunnewell Road, Scarborough, ME 04074.
Patrick W. Zulick Sr. ENGLEWOOD, FLA. — Patrick William Zulick Sr., 59, of Englewood, Florida, passed peacefully in his home on Wednesday, March 15, 2017. He was born on August 29, 1957, in Glendale, California. He was a graduate of Robert E. Fitch Senior High School in Groton, Connecticut, and later moved to Maine to start his life. Patrick was in law enforcement for 20 years, and worked with both the Cumberland County Sheriff’s Department and the Bridgton Police Department. Before becoming ill, he worked for Home Depot where he was known for all of his Homer Awards. When not working and helping others, you could find Patrick tinkering, cutting the grass, visiting the casino, or watching the races. He also enjoyed spending time with his grandkids. Patrick is survived by his wife of five years, Melissa Zulick, of Englewood, Fla; son Patrick Zulick of Hiram; daughter Sherri Zulick and her son Landon of Limington; stepdaughter Diane Mitchell and her son Ryan, of Bridgton; stepdaughter Dana Wiswell and her daughters Logan and Leeann of Bridgton; stepson Chandler Smith and his daughter Eleacea of Englewood, Fla; and stepdaughter Chelsea Smith of Englewood, Fla. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Father Normand E. Carpentier AUBURN — Father Normand E. Carpentier, 71, of Auburn, died Sunday, March 19, 2017, at Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston. Born in Quantico, Va., on April 5, 1945, he was the son of Charles E. and Adrienne Lajoie Carpentier. Educated at Holy Cross and St. Louis grammar schools, he attended high school at the Sherbrooke Seminary in Sherbrooke, P.Q., Canada, and received a Master of Divinity degree from St. Mary’s Seminary in Baltimore, Md. On May 29, 1971, Father Carpentier was ordained by the Most Reverend Edward C. O’Leary at St. Louis Parish in Auburn. Over the years, he was assigned to several parishes in the Diocese of Portland, including Holy Rosary in Caribou, St. Thomas Aquinas in Madawaska, St. Ignatius in Sanford, Holy Family in Lewiston, St. James in Woodland, St. Ann Mission in Princeton, Sacred Heart in Portland, the Institutional Chaplaincy Program for the Diocese of Portland, St. John the Baptist in Winslow, Holy Cross Parish in Lewiston, St. Margaret’s in Old Orchard Beach, Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Windham, St. Joseph Parish and St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Mission in Bridgton and Fryeburg, All Saints in Bath, and he also served five-year terms on the Diocesan Review Board and the Priests’ Personnel Board. He retired on July 1, 2015. An avid reader, he also loved music of all kinds, and had an extensive and diverse collection of CDs. He enjoyed playing board games and cards, especially cribbage, with his family, friends, and fellow priests. Survivors include two brothers, Paul and Frederick, both of Auburn; three sisters, Carmen White of Auburn, Marian Cote of Topsham, and Denise Burke of Auburn; a niece and nine nephews. Visitation will be held Thursday, 3 to 7 p.m., beginning with the reception of the body, at Holy Family Church in Lewiston, and again on Friday morning from 9 to 10:45 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Interment will be at St. Peter’s Cemetery in Lewiston. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to either the American Cancer Society, 1 Bowdoin Mill Island, Suite 300, Topsham, ME 04086-1240, or the Clergy Benefit Retirement Fund, 510 Ocean Ave., Portland, ME 04103.
John W. Moore John William “Bill” Moore, 87, of Bridgton, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on Wednesday, March 15, 2017. Bill was born Feb. 7, 1930, in Dayton, Ohio, to Jean and William Moore. His job at 12, as a soda jerk, gave him his first taste of working in a drugstore. It is also where he later met Beverly, the love of his life and future wife of 63 years. Bill attended Ohio State University, completing his 5-year pharmacy degree in 1953. He worked as a pharmacist at many hospitals and pharmacies, both in Ohio and Maine, until his retirement in his 70s. He loved working many years at the Bridgton Hospital, and that love was returned by staff tenfold. Bill was an avid Ohio State fan and, as is only natural, considered Michigan State fans his arch enemies. It was long suspected that his mild hearing loss came from years of playing the Buckeye’s marching music at decibel levels higher than humanly healthy. Throughout his life, Bill enjoyed growing roses, traveling, square dancing, playing bridge, working with the Masons (serving as past grand master in 1987 and again in 1992) and doting on his wife. He will be remembered for being patient, gentle, hardworking, and a fierce Chinese checker player. He loved reading Thornton Burgess books to his children and grandchildren; making great milk shakes and trying to figure out when his “surprise” caramels had been made for Christmas. Bill was a lover of music, malted milk balls, caramels, rice pudding, the color purple, Royal Copenhagen, lilacs and, of course, his much adored Buckeyes. He is survived by his wife Beverly; children Sheryl, Steve, Susan, John and his wife Jen, Stacy; grandchildren Kelby, Caitlyn, Sophie and Sarah; and great-grandson, Cody. A Masonic funeral was held at 3 p.m., Sunday, March 19, 2017, at the Bridgton Masonic Hall, 166 Harrison Rd., Bridgton. Arrangements are in the care of the Chandler Funeral Home, 8 Elm St., Bridgton. Condolences and tributes may be shared with Bill’s family at www.chandlerfunerals.com
Sandra G. True FRYEBURG – Sandra Gail (Colwell) True, 81, of Fryeburg, beloved wife of the late Harry “Pinky” True, died peacefully at home surrounded by family on Tuesday, March 14, 2017. She was born in Auburn, on May 30, 1935, daughter of Warren and Marion Colwell. She graduated from Waldoboro High School in 1952, and she went on to attend Gorham State Teacher’s College in Gorham. Well-known for her love and genuine caring for the welfare of young adults, she has helped shape the lives of generations of students and athletes during her many years on the campuses of Fryeburg Academy and Maine Central Institute. She willingly accepted the role of “Mom” to many who sought or needed her. It simply did not matter who you were, where you came from, and what you did, Sandra always had a smile and a hug for you. Family was always at the center of Sandra’s life and family always extended well outside biological relatives. Sandra most of all enjoyed spending time with her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also enjoyed reading, knitting, time with family at the ocean, and watching basketball on TV. Her dry sense of humor, wit, and steady flow of sarcasm were well-known and appreciated by many. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt, Sandy is survived by son-in-law Butch Stacy; daughters Sherry Ingalls and husband Bernie, and Kathy Ela and husband Bill; sons Mark and wife Laureen, and Paul and wife Billie Jean; grandchildren Matthew Stacy and partner Janna, Angela Stacy Nelson and husband Adam, Andrew Stacy and wife Emily, Jared Ela and Mallory Ela and fiancé DJ Shaw, Keegan, Braeden, and Kylene True, and Spencer, Chandler and Jacoby True, and great-grandchildren Sawyer, Olivia, Darbae, Bryson, Caleb, Baylor, Camden, and Bristol. She was predeceased by husband Harry True; daughter Denise True Stacy; son Michael; and sister Constance Hanson. The family would like to thank all those who supported her in her final years, with special thanks to the “Morris Girls.” Our heartfelt thank you to the Androscoggin staff for your caring ways. Your kindness will always be remembered. Visiting hours will be held from 1 to 3 p.m., Saturday, March 25, 2017, at the Wood Funeral Home, 9 Warren St., Fryeburg. In lieu of flowers, friends and family may make memorial contributions to either Jen’s Friends Cancer Foundation, P.O. Box 1842, North Conway, NH 03860, or Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice, 15 Strawberry Ave, Lewiston, ME 04240. Condolences and tributes may be shared with Sandra’s family at www.woodfuneralhome.org