Month: September 2013

Scarborough, ME – Maynard Bryant “Nick” Nickerson Jr., 86, of Waterboro and formerly of Mexico died on Sunday, September 29, 2013 at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House. He was the husband of Carol (Bixby) Nickerson.

Nick was born in Mexico, ME on June 29, 1927 a son of the late Maynard B. & Hazel (Bartlett) Nickerson Sr. He attended local area schools and graduated from Mexico High School. He remained a Mexico resident until marrying Carol on April 16, 1994, when they moved to Waterboro.

As a young man he enjoyed working for Oakdale Golf Course, however spent most of his life working for the former Oxford Paper Co. After his retirement he went to work part time at Oxford Lanes.

Nick, sometimes affectionately referred to as “Budman” was a member of the American Legion and VFW in Rumford as well as the Waterboro Eagles. He also enjoyed playing cribbage, his trips to Canada, hunting and ice-fishing, and was an excellent candlepin bowler. His great joy however was spending time out on his boat, whether he was fishing or just relaxing.

Besides his wife of nineteen years, Carol, he is survived by two daughters Linda Davis of South Portland and Janet Sanchez of Gainesville, FL; two step-sons, Elliot Knox of Mexico, ME and Michael Knox of Turner and a step-daughter Shelly Richard and her husband Glen of Waterboro. He also leaves ten grandchildren Allen Davis, Christopher Davis, Jason Sanchez, Michael Davis, Stephen Sanchez and his wife Yoanys, Zachary Richard, Steven, Travis, Angela and Briana Knox; seven great grandchildren Angelina Sanchez-Dow, William Atwell, Angelina Sanchez, Amarra Sanchez, Jennifer and Angel Davis and Jospeh Sanchez and three great great grandchildren Owen Swenson, Tristan and Zoe Dow as well as a brother Dale Nickerson of Rumford, twin sisters Brenda Nickerson of Mexico and Glenda Porter and her husband Charles of Lake Suzy, FL and many nieces and nephews. He also was the grandfather of the late Lacy Richard who died on November 18, 2012.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service with military honors to be held on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at 11 a.m. at Pinegrove Cemetery, Route 108 in Canton.

Arrangements are under the direction of Advantage Funeral Services, 981 Forest Ave, Portland. To sign Nick’s guestbook and to leave condolences for the family please visit www.advantageportland.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Nick’s memory can be made to:

Hospice of Southern Maine

180 US Route One #1

Scarborough, ME 04074 

Claudette C. Villandry passed away at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House on September 26th, surrounded by her family. She was born Oct. 22, 1941 in Biddeford Maine, the daughter of Fernand M. X. Cote and Rose Hélène Salvas Cote. She graduated from Thornton Academy, Class of 1958 and St. Mary’s School of Nursing, Class of 1961. This was followed by

appointments at Webber Hospital, New England Deaconess Hospital and Maine Medical Center. She married Philip J. Villandry MD on June 6, 1964. Following his military obligations, they returned to Maine and settled in Cape Elizabeth, their home at the time of her death.

Claudette had many interests. During the later portion of her life, she developed a deep interest in esoteric studies that took her to many ancient sacred sites around the world. These studies opened and expanded her understanding of the Christic power of love.

She is survived by her husband of 49 years, Philip: children, Renée Margaret of Colchester, Vermont; Margo Rose of New York; Beth Anne of Maine; and Philip William of Portland, Maine. She is also survived by her brother Richard Cote and his wife Monique of New Hampshire, her sisters and their spouses: Dianne Cote Eager of Florida, widow of Storer Eager; Vivian and Basil Newton of Bangor; Claire and Frank McTiernan of Portland; and Celeste and Bob Chabot of Biddeford, as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins and aunts.

She will be dearly missed by her family and her many friends. A gathering to offer condolences, celebrate her life and share memories with the family

Will be held at Inn by the Sea, Cape Elizabeth on Saturday, October 5^th from 2:00 to 4:00 pm.

In Lieu of flowers gifts may be mailed to:

Hospice of Southern Maine

180 US Rte One, #1, Scarborough, ME 04074

www.hospiceofsouthernmaine.org/give

Scarborough- RoxAnn Evelyn Russell, 56, of Limington, passed away Wednesday, September 18th, 2013 at the Gosnell Hospice House.  RoxAnn, the daughter of the late Augustus Henry and Ellen Maria (Mills) Moore, was born October 15th, 1956 in Portland Maine.

RoxAnn is survived by her four children, John A. Fletcher, Matthew B. Fletcher Sr. and his wife Laura, and Tandra J. Peterson and her husband Lucas, Diana Andrews and her husband Scott; six grandchildren, Zackery Fletcher, Jayda L. Fletcher, Matthew B. Fletcher Jr., Braydon L. Peterson, Delany P. Fletcher and Reece A. Peterson; spiritual sister Gayle Guerard and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, greatfriends and grandfriends.  Also the father of RoxAnn’s children, John Fletcher.  Besides her parents she is predeceased by her husband, William J. Russell, a brother, Richard W. Moore Sr. and his wife Linda; a sister, Nancy Wing.

There will be a celebration of life at 108 Hillcrest Rd, Scarborough, ME, on Sunday Sept 22 from 1-4pm.  There will also be a memorial service to honor RoxAnn on Tuesday, September 24th, 2013 at 4pm at the Wilde Memorial Chapel in Evergreen Cemetery, 672 Stevens Ave, Portland, ME.

Scarborough, ME – Steven E. Palmer, 56, of Portland died on Sunday, September 15, 2013 at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House.

He was born on November 29, 1956 a son of the late Byron E. Palmer, who died in 1987 and Annie L (Brown) Palmer of Richmond, ME. Steven attended Nathan Clifford Elementary School; followed by Hellen M. King Junior High School. He attended Portland High School until the 10^th grade and later went on to earn his GED.

Steven worked in the mail room of the Portland Press Herald along with being employed for Carr Brothers Produce, S. Prower, Cianbro, Williams Brothers Construction, Congdon Transportation – Deering Junction Warehouse and VIP Charter Coach.

He was a member of the Mayflower Society and a former member of the Portland Republican City Committee. As a youth he was active in the Boy Scouts and also served as a poll worker in several elections as well as a Notary Public for the State.

Steve enjoyed talking about politics and current events; he collected old photographs of various construction sites and other memorabilia associated with Bancroft & Martin Steel where his Father worked for over 20 years. He also collected old milk bottles and die cast coin banks. He spent a great amount of time watching political talk shows on the various cable channels and also did extensive research into his family genealogy, tracing his lineage back to William Brewster who traveled on the Mayflower.

Besides his Mother, he is survived by his four Brothers, Byron L. Palmer (and his daughter Melissa), Leroy Palmer, Lester Palmer and Ernest Palmer (and his sons Evan and Elliot and his daughter Allison), as well as several cousins. He is also survived by Tom Wheatley of Bar Harbor, whom Steven enjoyed having lengthy phone conversations with as well as other conversation partners, cousins Pam Spears and Cindy Palmer, and Lillian Allen, the third floor tenant, who also was instrumental in helping with Steven’s care at the end of his struggle with lung cancer.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a memorial service at the Richmond Corner Baptist Church, at the intersection of routes 138 and 197 in Richmond on Saturday, October 12, 2013 at 2 p.m. followed by a get together at the home of his brother Ernest Palmer at 475 Brunswick Road in Richmond.

Arrangements are under the care of Advantage Funeral Services, 981 Forest Ave, Portland. Please visit www.advantageportland.com to sign Steven’s guestbook and leave condolences for

Jay, ME – Victor “Skip” Lawrence Small Jr., 57, of Jay, ME passed away on Sunday, September 15, 2013, peacefully with his family and loved ones by his side.

Skip was born on October 16, 1955 in Farmington, ME. He attended Mt. Blue High School for his education. He worked for the Tannery in East Wilton, ME, Fosters in East Wilton and Strong, and for the Morning Sentinel as a paper carrier for 16 years.

Skip enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, wood working and their family dog Mic. He loved spending time with his family, and enjoyed teaching his grandchildren and great grandchildren how to fish.

On July 23, 1977, he married the woman of his dreams and the catch of his life Jeanne (Dexter) Small.

Skip is survived by his wife of 36 years Jeanne Small of Jay, his Mother Julia Mae (Thompson) Small of Dryden, ME. His Brothers Ed and wife Sharron of NH, Richard and wife Sheryl of Wilton; Sisters Cynthia Fairley of Dryden, Annette Spevak of Dryden and Linnie Couture and husband Joseph of Jay. He also leaves his Children Vicki Rhodes and husband Steven of Virginia, Betty Hunnicutt and husband Devin of Florida, Ronald “Kenny” Crosby Jr. of Anson, ME Ray Crosby and wife Nancy of Massachusetts, Michael Crosby and wife Michelle of Livermore Falls, ME and Daniel Crosby and Dawn Wing of Wilton. Skip also leaves behind 18 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren and was predeceased by his Father Victor Small and Grandson Caleb.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service on Friday, September 20, 2013 at 10 am at Lakeview Cemetery, Route 2 in Wilton, ME.

Arrangements are under the care of Advantage Funeral Services, 981 Forest Ave, Portland, ME. Please visit www.advantageportland.com to sign Skip’s guest book and to send condolences to the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations to help with his final expenses would be greatly appreciated:

c/o Jeanne Small

169 Macomber Hill Road

Jay, ME 04239

Scarborough, ME – Sophie L. (Hanscom) Prentiss, 71, of Winslow, ME died on Wednesday, September 11, 2013 at the Maine Veterans Home in Scarborough. She was the wife of the late Morris Prentiss.

She was born in Clinton, ME on November 17, 1941, a daughter of the late Arnold L. & Clara E. (Dodge) Hanscom. Sophie grew up in Clinton, attending local area schools and graduated from Clinton High School. After graduating she served her country by entering the US Army.

She was a member of both the Mother’s Group in Waterville and the Stention Group in Clinton.

She enjoyed gardening, both flowers and vegetables and was very proud of her yard, always out cutting, trimming and landscaping. She also spent time knitting and sewing, she also loved bingo.

She is survived by her three daughters Kimberly Thorpe and her husband Tom of Winslow, Geri Richards and her husband Willie of Vassalboro, and Rose M. Bowdoin and her fiancée Bobby of Old Orchard Beach. She also leaves her nine grandchildren John, Denise, Kim, Julie, John, Jason, Amanda, Samantha and Landen as well as five brothers Darill, Dale, LaForest, Richard and Tilton, two sisters Sherilyn and Lynette and several nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service, with military honors on Sunday, September 15, 2013 at 2 p.m. at the Catholic Cemetery, Cemetery Road in Vassalboro. Following the graveside service folks are invited to American Legion, 86 Main Street in Fairfield from 3 – 6 p.m.

Arrangements are under the care of Advantage Funeral Services, 981 Forest Ave, Portland, ME. Please visit www.advantageportland.com to sign Sophie’s guest book and to send condolences to the family. 

Dover, NH – Timothy Michael Court, 58, of Sanford, ME died on Friday, September 6, 2013 at the Hyder Family Hospice House after an illness.

Tim was born on June 22, 1955 in Rochester, NH a son of the late Gerald T. Court and P. June (Rumney) Court of North Berwick, ME. He attended schools in North Berwick, Kittery, ME and Connecticut. After High School he earned a trade degree in appliance repair.

In 1972 he joined the US Army and served his country while being stationed in Berlin, Germany. Following his discharge from the army Tim did tire retreading, vinyl siding, carpenter work and construction locally.

He enjoyed spending time at the beach, fishing and playing pool. He also loved helping people and animals any way he could, if you needed something repaired you could always ask Tim. His sense of humor will be missed by all.

Besides his mother he is survived by his brother Terry G. Court and his wife Mai Thai, three nephews Michael Roberts and his wife Tina, Hanh L. Court and Patrick W. Court and his wife

Heather. He also leaves two great nephews Tyler and MicKinly as well as several aunts and uncles, Jerry Rumney, Russell Rumney and his wife Caroline, Harry Rumney and his wife Fawn, Tracy Lynn Court and her husband Craig, Lisa Goodrich and her husband Alvin, and many, many Cousins, including Jarrod Goodrich who was very special to Tim.

Services will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Tim’s memory can be made to:

Another Chance Animal Rescue

37 Market Street

North Berwick, ME 03906

or

The Animal Welfare Society

46 Holland Road

West Kennebunk, ME 04094

Arrangements are under the care of Advantage Funeral Services, 981 Forest Ave, Portland, ME. Please visitwww.advantageportland.com to sign Tim’s guest book and to send condolences to the family.

Portland, ME – Fred F. Cass Jr., 40 of South Portland, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 10, 2013.

He was born on May 22, 1973 in Portland, ME a son of Fred F. & Denise (Johnson) Cass Sr. of Freeport, ME. Fred attended schools in Freeport and graduated from Freeport High School.

He enjoyed outdoor activities, sports drafting and cooking.

Besides his parents he is survived by four sons, Jared, Quintin, Spencer and Gavin, a Brother Clayton and his wife Amanda and their three children, a Sister Betty-Jo and her husband Norman and their three children, several Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces, Nephews and many friends. He also leaves his in-laws Paul, Linda, PJ and family, Deanne and family and his former wife Jody.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service and Celebration of Life on Monday, September 16, 2013 at 2 p.m. at Harraseeket Grange, 113 Elm Street, Freeport.

Arrangements are under the care of Advantage Funeral Services, 981 Forest Ave, Portland, ME. Please visitwww.advantageportland.com to sign Fred’s guest book and to send condolences to the family.

Berwick- Pamela Jean Costa passed away on September 7^th, 2013 at the home of her sister surrounded by family. The daughter of Donald Sawyer and the late Nancy (Borgal) Sawyer, Pam was born in Melrose, Massachusetts on September 9^th, 1955.   

Pam graduated from Melrose High School in 1973. After graduation she pursued a career with O’Neal Insurance Agency before taking time off to raise her family in North Andover, MA. She eventually returned to work as a customer service rep and office manager for Testa Insurance.

Pam was a mother, daughter, sister, grandmother & friend. She enjoyed spending time with her family whenever possible & weekends at the lake with close friends and relatives. Pam was a social butterfly and had a passion for shopping and decorating. 

She is survived by her son Jeffrey & wife Courtney & their daughter Avery of Epping, NH; her father Donald Sawyer of Berwick, ME; a brother, Ronald Sawyer & wife Paula of Ipswich, MA; two sisters, Lisa Martel & husband Donald of Berwick, ME; and Debra Vars & significant other Tom of East Kingston, NH; a niece, Julie Morris & husband Jim of Eliot, ME; two nephews, Kevin Martel & fiance Vicky of Berwick, ME; and Hunter Vars of East Kingston, NH; and her longtime partner Joseph Cordella and his children Seana and Joey. Pam is predeceased by her mother, Nancy Sawyer. 

Pamela’s family will be hosting a celebration of her life on Wednesday, September 18th at the Seaglass Restaurant in Salisbury, MA. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to support.themmrf.org/goto/pamelacosta

Arrangements are under the care of Advantage Funeral Services, 981 Forest Ave, Portland, ME. Please visitwww.advantageportland.com to sign Pamela’s guest book and to send condolences to the family.