Windsor-Justin L Finley, 42, passed away unexpectedly on June 20, 2024

Gathering of friends and family will follow at the Finley farm on Windsor neck road, Windsor.

Bowdoinham- On June 11, 2024, Scott Rodrigue, 69, of Bowdoinham passed away at home after a brief illness. He was surrounded by love. He was born on July 17, 1954 in Gardiner, ME to the late Kenneth and Jeanette Rodrigue of Richmond. Scott leaves behind Karen, his loving wife of 23 years, and his pup Moosie. He is survived by his daughter Carrie Howe and her husband Steve of Farmingdale, his son Jeff Rodrigue and his wife Jenny of Limington; siblings Cindy Rodrigue of Farmingdale, John Rodrigue and his wife Barbara of Scarborough, Jeff Rodrigue and his wife Lisa of Hallowell and Laurie Rodrigue and her husband Peter Moulton of Winthrop; grandchildren Georgia and Sawyer Howe, Dominic and Landon Rodrigue, Kam Dodge, and many nieces, nephews and friends.

Scott was a fun, loving man. Always quick to make us laugh, he was the life of the party. Kind, generous, thoughtful, he unselfishly put the needs of others ahead of his own. He was a homebody who loved puttering around the yard and spending time up at the “Hut” with family and friends.

Scott was in the car business for over 40 years spending the last 11 years of his career at Rowe in Auburn.

Visiting hours will be 12:00 – 2:00 on Sunday, June 30^th  at Kincer Funeral Home in Richmond, followed by a celebration of life.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to a dog rescue of your choice.

Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home, 130 Pleasant St., Richmond, ME  04357

Bowdoinham, ME- Jennifer H. Smith, 65, of Bowdoinham, passed away at her home on June 09, 2024.

Jennifer was born in Jeannett, PA on October 03, 1958, to Frank R. and Sonja B. Salvatore.

She was an Aviation Safety Mechanic in the U.S. Navy where she was assigned to Patrol Squadron 10 at the Brunswick Naval Air Station.  She also worked as a Fabric Team Supervisor for JoAnne Fabrics, and was a Rural Carrier for the U.S. Postal Service in Woolwich, ME.

She attended California State University in California, Pennsylvania, where she was the past president and treasurer for Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity, was a member of the Kaleidoscope Quilters, Pine Tree Quilters Guild, and the Bath Senior Center Knitting Group.  Jennifer was also a member of the Naquasset Trailbreakers Snowmobile Club and the Bowdoinham Snowbirds Snowmobile Club.

Jennifer loved quilting, knitting, needle point, and she mastered all arts and crafts projects she ever attempted.  She also enjoyed swimming and barbeques with family and friends, snowmobiling until her husband could no longer start them, watching hockey and football, and of course, cuddling with her beloved dog Moxie.

Jennifer was predeceased by her parents Frank R. Salvatore and Sonja B. Salvatore.

She is survived by her husband Peter A. Smith of Bowdoinham, ME, her sister Concetta S. Moore of Greensburg, PA, her niece and Godchild Aubrey Moore of Greensburg, PA, as well as several aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.

There will be a service in Greensburg, PA for all of her loved ones in that area this coming winter.  Details will be provided at a later date.

There will also be a celebration of Jennifer’s life in Maine for those New Englanders, in the summer of 2025 with the details to be announced.  If she remains close to your heart, it won’t be that far away.

If desired, please send love, prayers, and kind thoughts in lieu of flowers.

Arrangements are under the care of Kincer Funeral Home, 130 Pleasant St., Richmond, ME 04357.

Brunswick-Marlene L. Ackley,  81, formerly of Bowdoinham, passed peacefully with her family by her side on June 2, 2024 at Mid Coast Hospital, Brunswick.  She lived at Dionne Commons in Brunswick for the past year.

She was born in California on February 7, 1943 the daughter of Dwight and Louise Adams.

Marlene retired from Bill Dodge Oldsmobile of Brunswick and Portland as an office manager.  She enjoyed spending time at camp in Moose Head Lake and on her Pontoon boat with her husband John. She also enjoyed playing bingo, crafts and making greeting cards for family and friends.

Marlene was predeceased by her parents and husband John Ackley of 46 years.  She was survived by three children; Larry and Rose Young of Bowdoin, Holly Fournier and John Foresman of Saco, Scott and Stephanie Ackley of Freeport, 7 grandchildren; Jennifer and David Wienckowski of Bowdoin, Michelle and Justin Keleher of Bowdoin, Angela and John Rogers of Casco, Marcie and Christian Biagetti of Massachusetts, Seth Fournier and Vanessa Michaud of Windham, Joshua and Gillian Ackley of Lisbon, Mackenzie and Alexander Martin of Colorado, 12 great grandchildren, Taylor Wienckowski, Hayden Wienckowski, Tarynn Keleher, Sidney Keleher, Evan Keleher, Eliott Keleher, Eva Rogers, Lola Biagetti, Leo Biagetti, Liv Biagetti, Oliver Martin and Avery Martin. She's also survived by many cousins and a son in-law Tom Fournier of Lisbon.

A celebration of life will be held on July 14, 2024 from 1pm to 4pm at the Brunswick American Legion, 1 Columbus Dr., Brunswick, ME  04011.

Rita Vieira Young; 95, of Richmond passed away at home where she resided with her son and daughter-in-law, with her granddaughter Alyson by her side.  Rita was born in Malden, MA to her parents William F. and Elsie M. (Fickett) Vieira, on March 10, 1929.

Rita moved to Richmond at an early age, where she raised her family.  Rita worked at Etonic Shoe before retiring at the age of 62.  She worked for a brief time at L.L. Bean until she decided to retire full-time.

Rita loved to sew, that was her passion.  Quilting, crocheting, knitting, cross-stich; she did it all.  She made many quilts for her kids, and grandkids.  Rita also loved her chocolate, any kind of chocolate, but especially ice cream, and her sister Merti was able to give that to her before passing.  Rita also loved to spend time on the front porch with her husband, bird watching, while enjoying the quiet at their home in Litchfield until his passing.

Rita was predeceased by her husband whom she shared 50 years of marriage, Larry Young.  Rita was also predeceased by her son Richard Guiou, brother William Vieira, and sister Shirley Weyant.

Rita is survived by her sister, Merti Wisda, her son David Young and wife Robin, daughters Dianne Guiou and partner Kenneth, and Debra Walsh and husband Tom.  She is also survived by her grandchildren Josh Libby, Alyson Lavoie, Marci Jouver, Oranda Barter, Evan Guiou, daughter-in law Diane Rogers and husband Gary, and three great-grandsons.

At Rita’s request there will be no service.  A private burial will take place at the Plains Road Cemetery, in Litchfield, where she will be laid to rest next to her husband.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a contribution to Hospice of Maine.

John M. "Jack" Dempsey III, 78, passed away on May 21, 2024, in Portland, Maine. Born December 12, 1945, in Greenwich, Connecticut, to John M. Dempsey II and the late Patricia Madden, he was the eldest of four children, the older brother to three sisters. Growing up in Mountain Lakes, New Jersey, he loved playing lacrosse, baseball, and excelled in swimming, serving as team captain when his team won the state championship. Fittingly, his first job would be as a lifeguard in Mountain Lakes. As a young man, Jack was very active in the Boy Scouts and loved spending time at the Ten Mile River Scouts Camp in Narrowsburg, New York, eventually becoming a Life Scout.

At the age of 13, Jack was lovingly tricked into his first trip to Maine, which decades later would become his home. Jack, who hated to be apart from his mother, would never have agreed to spend the summer away at camp, so to get him there, his mother and uncle conspired, promising Jack that if he tagged along on a business trip, he'd get a chance to drive his uncle's new Buick on the way up to Maine. Eventually, his uncle brought him to Birch Rock Camp in Waterford, and after showing him around the cabins and the lake, Jack was ready to stay.

The first summer he attended was a pivotal moment in his life. He would return each summer as a camper, then a counselor, and even after going off to Tusculum College in Tennessee, he would still return to Birch Rock to help set up for the summer and put the boats in the water. The camp further fostered his deep connection to the outdoors, and Jack's name can still be seen carved on a plaque in the dining hall for his record swim of Lake McWain in 59:40. Throughout Jack's life, he would continue to embody the values and mission of Birch Rock Camp, taking the motto "Help the Other Fellow" to heart.

Richmond-Leighton E. Carver, 83, passed away peacefully May 22, 2024, with family by his side at Mid Coast Hospital, Brunswick.

He was born on August 19, 1940 in Richmond the son of Weston and Mable Carver.

Leighton worked for the Department of Environmental Protection for over 30 years as the director of field services.

Leighton was a longtime member of Masonic Lodge in Bowdoinham and Richmond Fire Department.  He also served on many town of Richmond boards and committee's.  Leighton enjoyed gardening, trips to Florida, lawn sales, biking, walking and particularly time spent with family.

He was predeceased by his parents,  wife Linda of 55 years, daughter Cathy Gustafson, brothers John, Sherwood, Weston, sister's Margaret and Shirley.   Leighton is survived by his son's Mike and wife Kathy of Bowdoinham, Bruce and Laurie of Richmond, grandchildren Jennifer, Brittni, Tasha, Bruce Jr., Ben, Jason, 5 great grandchildren, and a brother Dennis.  Also, survived by his travel partner and friend Sally Hutchings.

A graveside service will take place on Thursday, May 30th at 11am at the Cotton Cemetery, Richmond.  A gathering will follow at the Richmond American Legion, Carding Machine Road, Richmond.

Evelyn Marie (Hooper) Barrows passed away on May 13, 2024. She was born in Sedgwick, Maine on November 14, 1931. She graduated from George Stevens Academy in Blue Hill in 1949 and Eastern Maine General Hospital School of Nursing in 1952. Evelyn married Robert K. Barrows in 1953. She was a long-time member of both the Orono Quilters Club and the Eastern Maine General Hospital Nurses Alumni Association.

Evelyn is survived by her children Mark W. Barrows and his wife Sherrill Barrows, Scott A. Barrows and his wife Julieann Barrows, and Susan Barrows; her grandchildren Ashley B. Bianconi and her husband Andrew Bianconi, Caitlin M. Barrows and her fiancé Trevor Smith, Ian W. Barrows and his wife Allison Barrows, Robert J. Levesque Jr., and Benjamin W. Levesque; and a special cousin Helena Dow. She was predeceased by her husband Robert K. Barrows and her parents Hilda Maker Hooper and Ashley Hooper.

No service is planned. There will be a family gathering at the time of interment.

Randolph

Rita G. Hanning

Heaven’s gates are open wide and waiting.  Rita passed away at age 92 on May 13, 2024 in her home surrounded by her loving family and friends.  She was born January 9, 1932 in Harmony Maine the daughter of Aurore Fournier Michaud.  Rita was a long-time resident of Richmond before moving to Randolph. 

Rita worked for Etonic Shoe Company in Richmond but her true joy was caring for children in her home.  Her love and guidance changed the lives of many and they have always remained part of her family.  She enjoyed cooking, cleaning, music, and dancing.  If there were a party, everyone knew she would be front and center.  It was quite a sight to watch Rita and her husband Bob float their way across the dance floor.  She loved sharing her home with family and friends.  If you spent time there your belly, heart and soul would be full when you left.  Rita’s true passion was eating.  She loved every restaurant she ever ate at.  She was a “yummy” vocal eater.  We always share laughter over this.  There was never a time when she wasn’t dressed to perfection.  She could even wear a dragonfly sun catcher as a necklace and with that familiar twinkle in her eye, she would make you think it was intentional.

Rita enjoyed her “QUEEN” treatment when she was whisked away to her favorite family getaway at a beautiful ocean view cottage in Edgecomb.  If you were near her, you shared love and laughter.

Rita was predeceased by her nine siblings, her first husband Howard Chapman of Dresden, Step daughter Jody Hallman of Bath.  Grandson Robert Stevens of Machias, Grandson Nicholas Flibbert of Waterville, Sons-in-Law Robert LaChance of Augusta and Robert A. Stevens of Machias.  She is survived by her loving current husband of 52 years, Robert Hanning of Randolph.  Daughter Claudia LaChance of Augusta, Daughter Cindy Stevens of Augusta, Step Son Scot Hanning of Camden, Son Mark Chapman and wife Ann of Randolph, Step Son Ricky  Hanning of Fayette, Daughter Tammy Eaton and husband Glen of Augusta, Daughter Sonya Malloy and husband Paul of Kentucky, Granddaughter Lisa Lessard and husband Scott of Augusta, Granddaughter Lori LaChance of Chelsea, Grandson John Huntington and wife Heidi of Georgia,  Granddaughter Shannon Reece and husband Michael of Machias,  Grandson Kyle Chapman of Litchfield, Granddaughter Stacy Chapman and partner Bruce Staples of Somerville, Grandson Daniel Malloy of Kentucky, Granddaughter Jacqueline Rose Malloy of Arkansas, Grandson Philip Malloy of Kentucky, as well as numerous Great Grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and friends.

The family would like to extend a very warm thank you to the wonderful staff at Beacon Hospice who gave Rita so much care and love in her final days.

A service will be held Saturday May 18, 2024 at Kincer Funeral Home 130 Pleasant St. Richmond.  Visiting hours will be 1:00 -3:00 pm followed by a celebration of life from 3:00-4:00 pm.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers a contribution be made in Rita’s name to Beacon Hospice. Donation envelopes will be available at the service.

Burial will be held at the veteran’s cemetery in Augusta at a later date upon her husband’s passing.

Scarborough-Linda E. Thomas, 77, of Westbrook, passed away on April 30, 2024 at the Gosnell House, Scarborough.

A graveside service will take place at Maine Veterans Cemetery Mt. Vernon Rd, Augusta, Maine on Wednesday June 26, 2024 @ 12 pm.

Dresden-John Henry Chapman Sr., "Chippy" 83, of the Gardiner Road passed away on May 6, 2024 at his home.

He was born in Richmond on June 18, 1940 the son of Norris Chapman Sr., and Thelma (Murray) Chapman.

John worked as a worm digger, lobsterman, for Lipman Poultry, BIW, shoe shop, Maine Yankee, Jones Concrete, Jay Paper, Carpenter, Steel's Landscaping and Plowing Snow.  He was the "Jack of all Trades and the master of none".

John enjoyed gardening, hunting, digging worms, wheeling and dealing, morning coffee with Daniel and the "guys", aggravating Kevin and the boys, and working.

He was predeceased by his father and mother, brothers William Chapman and wife Beverly, Norris Chapman Jr., and wife Olive, Richard Chapman and wife Marcia, Paul Chapman and wife Linda, sisters Elinor Chapman LaPlante Collins, Phyllis Chapman Hall and husband Jimmy, grandchildren Jesse Ezzell and 3 great grandchildren.

John is survived by his wife of 42 years Dianne Lucille (Jones) Chapman, daughters Gail Russell, Kim Chapman, Teresa Storey and husband Harland, Rachel Corson, Mamie Chapman, sons John Chapman Jr., and wife Tammy, Scott Chapman and wife Candace, Christopher Chapman and wife Anna, step daughters Trina Gay and husband Troy, Tanya Whitcomb and husband Jamie, step son Trevor Morin and wife Ryan, brothers Charles Chapman, Bruce Chapman and wife Gail, Daniel Chapman and wife Sandra, Carroll Chapman and wife Sharon, sisters Joyce Morton and husband Rod, Gloria James and husband Karl, 35 grandchildren and 50 great grandchildren.

A graveside service will take place on Saturday, May 11th at 11am a Maple Grove Cemetery, Dresden.  A gathering will follow at the home of Dan and Sandra Chapman.

Arrangements are under the  care of Kincer Funeral Home 130 Pleasant St. Richmond, Me 04357