Obituaries
Page 6D, The Bridgton News, June 16, 2016
Arthur W. Mowatt
Gloria B. Cote
Rev. Norman Rust
Arthur Wesley “Junior” Mowatt, 93, of North Bridgton passed away on Thursday, June 9, 2016 at his home supported by his loving family. Junior was born in North Bridgton on March 11, 1923, the son of Arthur W. Mowatt, Sr. and Gladys (Allen) Mowatt. He attended local North Bridgton schools and was drafted into the U.S. Army, serving in the South Pacific Theater during World War II. He was honorably discharged in 1946. On Dec. 29 1943, Junior married Lorna Durgin and together they raised three children. Throughout their 73-1/2-years of marriage, they welcomed a large extended family and neighborhood of children and friends into their home. He started his work life with his father cutting timber with a two-man crosscut saw. The two were well known in the lumbering community for the amount accomplished in a day. He continued in lumbering in many different capacities until 1951 when he started working with Arthur Sr. at Camp Takajo in Naples and then assumed the caretaker position when his father retired. Many of the campers and especially the counselors knew “Junie” and who was keeping their summer home repaired and looking good. He impacted many of the thousands of campers through his example of dedication, workmanship and strength during his 40 years until retirement in 1993. Junior had many interests and hobbies through his work life and on into retirement. He was selfless in helping neighbors, friends and family with any projects requiring his varied talents. He especially enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening, snowmobiling and woodworking, which he produced the best Adirondack chairs in the area. Junior was a member of the Ronald St. John VFW Post in Harrison, the American Legion, a founding member of the North Bridgton Fire Department, a member of many snowmobile clubs and the Church of Christ in Conway, N.H. He was predeceased by his parents; his brothers, Hartley, Donald, Gordon, Cecil and Stanley; and his sisters, Marilyn and Muriel. He is survived by his loving and dedicated wife of 73 years, Lorna; his brother, Ted of Limington; daughters, Sandra Smith of North Bridgton and Trudy Winslow of North Bridgton; son, Arthur III of North Bridgton; 10 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and three great-great-granddaughters; many nieces and nephews, who adored Uncle Junior and he teased and advised them in return. All have fond memories of time spent with Junior through the years. Family and friends are invited to call from 6 to 8 p.m. this Saturday, June 18, 2016 at Chandler Funeral Home, 8 Elm Street, Bridgton. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, June 19, 2016 at the Bridgton Alliance Church. Interment with military honors will be at the North Bridgton cemetery immediately following the church service. Following the committal, the family will host a reception at the Harrison VFW. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that gifts be considered to the Conway Church of Christ, 348 E. Main St., Conway, NH 03818. Remembrances may be shared with Junior’s family at www. chandlerfunerals.com
CASCO — Gloria B. Cote, 89, formerly of Westbrook, passed away peacefully with family at her side on Monday, June 13, 2016, at her home in Casco at Country Village. She was born and raised in Westbrook, the daughter of Eugene and Rose (Tanguay) Boucher. Gloria worked in the office at Sebago Moc for several years. She was a communicant of St. Hyacinth Church throughout her lifetime and was very involved with church activities. She was also a member of the Daughters of Isabella. Gloria enjoyed doing arts and crafts, and decorating, but her greatest joy was spending time with her family, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Gloria was predeceased by her husband of 53 years, Arthur J. Cote, in 2001. She is survived by her daughter, Nancy Lamb of Salem, N.H.; sons, Ronnie Cote and Jim Cote, both of Westbrook; her sisters Cora Harris and Germaine McAtee, both of Westbrook; three grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. Visiting hours will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 19, at Blais & Hay Funeral Home, 35 Church Street, Westbrook. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m., Monday, June 20, at St. Hyacinth Church (St. Anthony’s Parish) followed by interment in St. Hyacinth Cemetery. Online condolences may be expressed at blaisandhayfuneralhome.com
STANDISH — Rev. Norman Rust, 77, of Standish, passed away on June 11, 2016, surrounded by his family, after suffering a cardiac arrest. The son of Warren and Sarah (Burpee) Rust, he grew up on the Rust Farm in Gorham, before attending the University of Southern Maine, followed by Bangor Theological Seminary. Norman served many of Maine’s communities, including Waterford, in his 52 years as a minister for the U.C.C. and the Congregational Christian Council of Maine. Norman would think nothing of driving 200 miles to conduct services at three different parishes in a single day. He was devoted to helping people, regardless of their circumstances or origins and he had a laugh that could light up a room. He was a proud member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Oxford Chapter 168, and Chaplain Emeritus of the Grand Lodge of Maine. He was a loving husband of 52 years to his wife Betty, and proud father to his children, Brian and Barbara. He adored his three grandchildren and his two great-grandchildren. Norman is survived by his beloved wife Betty; children; grandchildren; great-grandchildren; brother, Bill Rust; sister, Nancy Adams; and many nieces, nephews and cousins. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Saturday, June 18, 2016, at 11 a.m. at the West Gorham Union Church, 190 Ossipee Trail (Route 25) Gorham. A luncheon will follow. Please visit www.dolbyfuneralchapels.com to view Norm’s online tribute and to sign his guestbook. Donations in Norm’s memory may be made to: The West Gorham Union Church Memorial Fund, PO Box 854, Gorham, ME 04038.
Richard E. Jensen NAPLES — Richard E. Jensen, 88, died on June 11, 2016, at his home in Naples, surrounded by his family. He was born in South Portland, on Sept. 14, 1927, the son of Julius and Estrid Jensen. Richard grew up in South Portland and graduated from South Portland High School in 1945. On April 2, 1955, Richard married Beverly Smith, and together they raised their five children. For a career, Richard did a little bit of everything, working for Oakhurst Dairy, Aubuchon Hardware, the Brunswick Naval Air Base, and the Reece Corp. Richard was also a volunteer firefighter for many years in East Windham, and was a member of the Lions Club of Naples, Casco and Raymond. Richard loved to travel, going to places like his time share in North Conway, to Boothbay to see the tall ships, or one of his spontaneous trips he took with Beverly for a few days — he enjoyed it all. He also enjoyed candlepin bowling, spending time with his siblings on Raymond Pond, and going out for a good meal. Richard is survived by his two sons, Richard Graves and his partner Ethyl Potvin of Mechanic Falls, and Dana Jensen and wife Linda of Windham; three daughters, Karen Thompson and husband John of Naples, Lori Jensen of Bridgton, and Lynne Jordan of Casco; 13 grandchildren, Tyler and Tracy Graves, David, Christian, April, and Garth Thompson, Michael and Samantha Jensen, Nadine Glass, Sara Jensen, Jason and Nathan Jordan, and Jordan Perry; 14 great-grandchildren, Chase and Brandon Graves, Amelia Poulin, Dominic Rodrigue, Gabriel Glass, Nicholas and Jack Thompson, Nathaniel, Anthony, and Tiffany Nadeau, Taale Thompson, and Madison, Mason, and Colby Jordan; three great-great-grandchildren; brother, Edward Jensen of Fla.; sister, Shirley Irene Bragg of Westbrook; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. In addition to his parents, Richard was predeceased by his wife of 56 years, Beverly; brothers, Earl, Elmer, Walter and Edward Jensen; and sisters, Edna Morrisey, Louise Kennedy and Shirley Bragg. A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, June 17, at the Dolby Funeral Chapel, 434 River Road, Windham. A period of visitation will be held from 1 p.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Smith Cemetery, Rte. 202, Windham. To express condolences and to participate in Richard’s online tribute, please visit www.dolbyfuneralchapels.com Memorial donations in Richard’s honor may be made to Androscoggin Home Health and Hospice, 14 Strawberry Ave., Lewiston, ME 04240.
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Rose Pratt LEWISTON — Rose Pratt, 85, of Poland, died Thursday, June 9, 2016 at the Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston. She was born on Sept. 19, 1930, in Poland, a daughter of Edward Chadbourne and Amy Garey. She attended local schools, graduating from South Paris High School. Rose worked for over 40 years manufacturing poker chips until A Celebration of his Life for Hugh W. Hastings II, 89, she was 80 years old and the only reason she stopped was due to the of Fryeburg, who passed away Dec. 26, 2015, will be held fact that the company moved out of state. She was a member of the White Memorial Seventh Day on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at 2:30 p.m. at the Fryeburg Fairgrounds Expo Center. Adventist Church in Portland. Rose enjoyed playing Beano and seeking out yard sales. She is survived by two sons, Stanley L. and Steven R. Pratt; five daughters, Betty Williamson, Beverly Martin, Dorothy Lombard, Alfreda Barker and Cindy Butts; a sister, Susan Leighton; 18 grandchildren; several great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Raymond Pratt; and six brothers. A Memorial Service will be held for Marguerite Frisbe Dale Memorial graveside services will be held at 5 p.m. on Saturday, June 18, 2016 at the Highland Cemetery in Poland. Arrangements on Saturday, June 25 at 11:30 a.m. at Bridgton Academy Chapel are in the care of the Chandler Funeral Home, 45 Main Street, South in North Bridgton. A picnic will follow at Crystal Lake Park in Harrison. Paris. Tributes may be expressed at www.chandlerfunerals.com
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(Continued from Page 5D) party obtains a majority on Capital Hill, since veto power is almost equally as effective as willing support for finally approved changes to federal laws. I wouldn’t put it past the very sly established Republicans to maneuver putting in an alternate even at the final hour because The Donald continues to behave in more and more bizarre and self-defeating ways. He must be well-aware that even if he is elected, the possibility of impeachment due to his definitely un-American behavior and mostly irrational statements and questionable business practices could leave a decision about who would replace him in the hands of the elected majority party on the hill. I will be very interested in who is selected to be the Republican Party vice presidential candidate. Vice presidents get to step in to complete the terms of presidents who are either
impeached or cannot serve out their term for any other reason. Our country took a drastically different direction with the assassination of JFK. Here’s my take on The Donald’s increasingly illogical behavior. I think he’s scared to death that he actually might win. A fellow with his reputation for bravado and egotistical control issues wouldn’t simply admit that he’d rather not take on the job. So, one way to solve his dilemma would be for people to change their minds about supporting his candidacy in large numbers in advance of the election or he might face eventual impeachment proceedings (“You’re fired” are words he is quite familiar with). He could eventually resign in order for the vice president to step up. Should we start placing bets on possible suitable vice presidential candidates? Remember G.W. Bush’s V.P., Dick? G.W. was a likable fellow with a sense of humor and adequate public relation skills. Let’s face it, he was less adroit dealing with complicated political
Celebration of Life Mary Lou Burdick of Norway, Maine, passed away May 12, 2016. A memorial service will be held Monday, June 20th at 1 p.m., at the 1st Universalist Church, 479 Main St., Norway, to celebrate her life. 1T24X
Ruth C. Boule Ruth C. Boule, 89, of Bridgton, passed away in Sebago at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, David and Pam Boule, with them at her side after a brief battle with cancer. She was born in Pawtucket, R.I., on June 25, 1926, a daughter of Celina M. (Gobeil) and Leroy N. Adshead. Ruth worked for many years for several jewelry manufacturers in the North Attleboro, Mass. area. She also worked in concession food service at Norwood Arena Speedway in Norwood, Mass., and Boston College. She loved being with her family, parties, cookouts and going out to eat. She also loved auto racing and was the Vice President of the Dick Inman Fan Club of the #43 Street Stock Division in the 1960s and 70s. Ruth was also an accomplished doll artisan and made beautiful porcelain dolls, including bride dolls. Besides her parents, she was predeceased by her husband, Leo A. Boule Jr.; a daughter, Annette Smith; siblings, Mitchell LaLiberte, Charles “Chick” LaLiberte and Jeanette West; sister-inlaw, Rita LaLiberte; and brother-in-law, Roland Lizotte. Surviving are two sons, David Boule and wife Pam of Sebago, and Paul Boule and wife Nancy of Bridgton; siblings, Joseph LaLiberte of Winterville, N.C., and Rosalind Lizotte of North Attleboro, Mass.; two grandchildren, Michael Boule and Paula Blais; great-grandchildren: Raymond Blais, Andrew Blais, Samantha Blais, Melissa Blais, Rhys Howard, Chase Howard, Jacob Bricault; and several nieces and nephews. Also her dear friend, Grace Knight of Bridgton. The family would like to thank Beacon Hospice in Lewiston for their wonderful care, especially Kelly, Allyson, Wendy and Angela. Ruth’s graveside service will be private in Mass. Online condolences may be expressed at: www.wnyfuneralhome.com
issues at home or abroad and Dick’s influence must have made the Republicans on Capitol Hill less anxious to say the least. I remember asking myself many times during those eight dramatic years just exactly “Who’s the boss?” In 2016, I find myself for the first time not really wanting to know the answer to that question. I’ll pray that it will become a “the lesser of two evils” outcome in November. I will vote. I value the privilege. Cindy Alden West Fryeburg
Behind all the beauty
To The Editor: I am writing regarding many different changes occurring or being proposed for our town. It has been with great interest that I have been following the proposal for improvements to the town, including the recent Depot Street renovations, two rotaries being proposed, and the upcoming vote regarding an updated sewer ordinance, as well as the local school district dilemma regarding overcrowding in our schools and the recent request for support from our local food pantry volunteers. My concern is that we are being asked to support improvements to the town that would likely bring in new business, which is of course a benefit. However, we are being asked to support those items while the schools and social assistance programs are not receiving our support. That a proposal to spend money to make rotaries a “gateway” to Bridgton when there are local families who can’t afford to adequately feed their families, is, in a word, ludicrous. To vote for an updated sewer ordinance, which would help downtown businesses would not affect most voters taxes, according to Bob Peabody (The Bridgton News, June 3, 2016.) Of course, the letter from the town regarding my “routine property evaluation” showing my tax increase is sitting on my coffee table next to that edition of the paper. We were asked as a town to support the alleviation of the dangerous overcrowding of Songo Locks Elementary, and we failed miserably as a town to support Naples and Casco, when they supported us at the time Stevens Brook Elementary was
built and has added enormous value to our town. Much more value, I might add, than the underwhelming improvements of Depot Street, and impacting more local residents. I recently asked local friends what it is they would like to see in Bridgton. I was asking because I was toying with the idea of a business Bridgton might welcome. The overwhelming majority wanted to see more programs for children, teenagers, the elderly, and a community center that was able to offer more services for the people of the town than what the old armory can physically provide. Not one person said we needed a new store. I am by no means saying proposed improvements should not be supported. However, I would like to ask the reader to consider what it says about our town when we spend money on downtown improvements, while so many social issues not quite as visible to the casual observer are falling by the wayside. The most beautiful tree will fall in the breeze if its roots are not strong. Kathryn Rose Bridgton
To love better
To The Editor: I just returned from spending three days at the Mary Joseph Spiritual Retreat Center in Biddeford with the intention of learning to “love” better than I do and becoming better at being authentic and truthful in the face of some powerful forces within the world who seem to believe their own salvation is predicated on stereotyping, murdering, hating, dehumanizing and demonizing others. Now, there are those around me who tell me they haven’t the slightest difficulty with the concept of love and/or telling the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. Some proclaim God, himself, spoke directly to them and gave them all the direction they needed before birth, when they lived on another planet, at Baptism, when they found their true soul mate, lost 40 pounds, gave up gluten, smoking or made their first million. In fact, we have a particular presidential nominee, who shall remain nameless, who is convinced that he is highly successful, he tells us, regarding his capacity to LETTERS, Page 7D