Archive for ‘Obituaries’

  • Barbara K. Sparrow

    CASCO — With great sadness, we announce that Barbara Kollin Sparrow, 84, an 18-year resident of Watkins Shores Road in Casco passed away on February 6, 2025, at Gosnell Hospice House in Scarborough after a brave fight with dementia. She grew up as Barbara Joyce Kollin, born in New York City on July 8,1940, the […]

  • Wayne Farley

    SEBAGO — Wayne “Butch” Farley, 85, passed away peacefully on March 6, 2025, at Bridgton Hospital after an extended illness with his family by his side. Butch was born in Rockland on September 20, 1939, son of the late Thomas Farley and Charlotte (Woodward) Farley. After graduation from Rockport High School, Butch worked as an […]

  • Homer C. Pence

    January 18, 1933 – March 5, 2025 HARRISON — It is with heavy hearts and profound love that we announce the passing of Homer Charles Pence, who died peacefully with his children by his side, on March 5, 2025 at the age of 92. Homer lived a full life, marked by his passion and dedication […]

  • Ryan D. Knable

    March 2025 Ryan D. Knable (May 16, 1985 – March 5, 2025) was a devoted father of two boys (Niko and Ollie), a talented carpenter, enthusiastic athlete, local softball organizer, and a bigger than life personality with an inimitable sense of humor. A child with a wide range of interests, Ryan had many topics he […]

  • Bradley W. Smith Sr.

    1937 – 2025 Bradley W. Smith Sr., of Center Lovell, passed away peacefully on February 25, 2025. Brad was able to write his last chapter as he saw fit, with his dog, Marley, by his side. Brad was raised in Short Hills, N.J., and through his parents, C. Wallace and Katherine, was afforded many wonderful […]

  • Gary B. Johnson

    Gary Beecher “Beech” Johnson, 78, died tragically by suicide this past January. For the past 35 years, he lived in Bridgton. Raised in Bethany, Conn., Beech had a difficult and traumatic childhood, a burden he never fully overcame or healed from. Due to life circumstances, he dropped out of high school at the age of […]

  • Holly Smith

    Holly Smart, 81, passed Thursday, Feb. 27, at Woodlands Memory Care. She was in hospice for a very short time. The staff at Woodlands gave her top quality care. Ilan and Minnie Smart had six other children: Nancy Landry, Valmore and wife Dot, Robert and wife LeeAnn, Rosalie and husband Wally Edwards, Donna Smart, Randy […]

  • Carole Millett

    WATERFORD — Carole Jean Millett, 77, of Waterford, died Friday afternoon, Feb. 28, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. She was born on March 29, 1947 in Portland, the daughter of Lewis C. and Eunice T. (Winslow) Stone. She attended local schools in Gray, graduating from New Gloucester High School in 1965. Always striving […]

  • Maxine Raynor

    RAYMOND — It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Maxine Raynor, lovingly known as Skip, on Feb. 14, 2025. Skip was a beloved daughter, sister, aunt and friend, cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Born on Sept. 16, 1941, Skip’s life was characterized by a strong dedication […]

  • Isabella Koceika

    CASCO — On Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, Isabelle “Izzy” Koceika, of Sebago and Casco a beloved matriarch of her family, slipped peacefully into eternity at Bridgton Hospital. She was surrounded by the love of her family. Izzy was born on Nov. 19, 1932, in Portland, to Franklin Sydney Allen and Florence Gallaway Allen. She lived […]