Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Families in Portland, ME
Serving Portland, Maine
Craig Joseph Ahlemeyer
Jun 13, 2026
Craig Joseph Ahlemeyer passed away suddenly on June 13th. He was 48. He was born in Portland, ME, the son of Eva "Dame" Ahlemeyer and the late Frank A. Ahlemeyer of Standish. Craig graduated from Bonny Eagle High School in 1997.
He worked at Pitstop in high school and then for a building Co. He started working for Bell Plumbing at...
Winona Forgeron
Jun 8, 2026
PORTLAND – Winona Forgeron, 88, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026, in Portland, Maine, with her loving family by her side.
Born on September 24, 1937, in Portland, Maine, Winona was the daughter of the late Thomas and Frances Winslow. She was the eldest of seven children and grew up alongside her six younger brothers. She graduated from Portland High...
Cassien Ndikumana
Jun 5, 2026
Cassien Ndikumana1947- 2026
Cassien Ndikumana, 78, of Portland, passed away on Friday June 5, 2026.
Visiting hours will be held from 5-8 Pm on Thursday June 25th at A.T. Hutchins Funeral Home, 660 Brighton Avenue.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 Am Friday at the Cathedral of The Immaculate Conception, 307 Congress Street.
Burial will be in New Calvary Cemetery, 1461...
Joanne Marie Curtis
Jun 4, 2026
Joanne Marie Curtis, of Portland, died in Portland on June 4, 2026, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough, after a long illness.
Born in Dorchester, Massachusetts on April 10, 1933, she moved to Portland in 1935, and since then never lived more than a few miles from her beloved childhood neighborhood, Parkside. A photo of her on Grant Street at...
Nancy Joann Rayner
Jun 3, 2026
Nancy Joann Rayner, 85 of Cape Elizabeth, Maine, peacefully went home to be with the Lord on June 3, 2026.
Nancy was born on June 22nd, 1940, in Portland, Maine, to William Noah Clark and Irene May (Dewitt) Clark. She was the youngest of 9 siblings.
Nancy attended schools in Portland, Maine, graduating from Deering High School in 1959. She continued her...
Warren W. Smith
Jun 2, 2026
Warren W. Smith, 63, passed away at home on June 2, 2026, following a long illness. He was born on January 16, 1963, in Waterville, the son of the late Robert and Leona (Woelk) Smith.
After graduating from Maine Central Institute, Warren earned a degree in computer science from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and worked in computer consulting and retail management. Affectionately...
Fernand 'Fern' Laflamme
May 30, 2026
Fernand “Fern” Laflamme passed away peacefully at his home in Westbrook, Maine, surrounded by his loved ones and family on Saturday, May 30, 2026. He was born on September 29, 1937, the son of Albert and Marie Laflamme (one of 12 siblings) in Biddeford, Maine. He graduated from St. Louis High School in Biddeford in 1956, then served two years...
Gertrude Louise Duncan
May 30, 2026
GERTRUDE LOUISE (RICHARDSON) DUNCAN July 20, 1931 – May 30, 2026
Gertrude (“Gertie”) Duncan was born in Portland, Maine, the youngest of seven children of Edward D. Richardson and Una Williams Richardson. She was the last surviving member of her immediate family, having been predeceased by her parents, five brothers, and her sister.
Educated in the Portland public schools, Gertie graduated from...
Anastasia 'Anna' Bertin
May 27, 2026
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, Anastasia “Anna” (Sirpis) Bertin, on May 27, 2026, at the age of 97.
Anna was born to Melpomeni Kiriakis and Fotis Sirpis, who immigrated from Argiro Castro, Greece, and eventually settled in Maine. She was the youngest of five children, preceded by her two...
Joseph 'Joey' Latini
May 26, 2026
Joseph E. Latini-born Oct. 3, 1955, passed away on May 26, 2026 after a short term illness.
He was born in Portland, Maine and attended Portland public schools and USM. He worked at JE Gould and B & M factory in his early adult years. He worked over 30 years at National Inventory Service, then at St. Joseph’s Rehab the last...
William 'Bill' Chard
May 23, 2026
William D. (Bill) Chard, 85, passed away peacefully at The Enclave of Scarborough on Saturday May 23rd. He was born April 16, 1941, the son of Ernest and Pearl Chard. He grew up on Glenwood Ave. in Portland. He graduated from Deering High School in 1959, where he was a football and baseball standout. He was named to the Class...
Maurice 'Moe' Lussier
May 14, 2026
Maurice “Moe” Rene Lussier, 82, of Portland, Maine, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2026, at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough, Maine, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on August 29, 1943, in Vergennes, Vermont, Maurice was the son of Raoul R. Lussier and Irene Agnes (Massé) Lussier. He pursued his passion for education with unwavering dedication throughout...
Jacqueline Ann Chabot
May 8, 2026
Jacqueline Ann Chabot, 78, passed away peacefully on May 8, 2026, at Ledgewood Nursing Home in Windham, Maine, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born in Dexter, Maine, on June 10, 1947, Jackie was the daughter of the late Gordon Newbert and Helen (LaCasse) Newbert. She grew up with her brother, Gordon Newbert Jr., and her sister, Darlene Selby. On...
Charles Wendell Richardson
May 5, 2026
Charles Wendell Richardson passed away May 5, 2026, at home in Standish surrounded by his family. Charles was born July 13, 1947, in Portland, Maine the son of Harry Thorton Richardson and Florence Ruth Lemoine. Because his parents died when he was young, Charles was raised by his maternal grandmother, Mary Lemoine. Charles attended Portland schools and graduated from Portland...
Phyllis Cavallaro White
May 4, 2026
Phyllis Cavallaro White
It is with heavy hearts yet profound gratitude for a life well-lived that we announce the passing of Phyllis Cavallaro White. Phyllis departed this world peacefully on May 4, 2026, at the age of 96. Born on March 14, 1930, in Pine Point, Maine, Phyllis was the daughter of Arthur Sullivan and Josephine Martel.
She spent her formative years...
Fezarde Lim Legaspi
Apr 30, 2026
PORTLAND -- Fezarde "Ardy" Legaspi, 53, a man whose love, laughter, and vibrant spirit made life brighter for so many, died unexpectedly on April 30, 2026, leaving an immense loss to all who knew him. He was born in Cavite City, Philippines, on November 5th, 1972, the proud son of Felixberto "Bay" Legaspi and Teresita "Tess" (Lim) Legaspi. After immigrating...
Margaret Mary Burnham
Apr 28, 2026
MARGARET MARY BURNHAM, 82, passed peacefully on April 28, 2026, at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House. She was born on November 30, 1943, in Houlton, Maine, the daughter of John H. and Azilda M (Guerrette) Schools.
Margaret—known affectionately as Maggie—was a selfless, kind, and deeply compassionate woman who opened her heart to everyone she met. She would truly give the coat...
Mekonnen Berhe
Apr 25, 2026
Visiting hours will be held on Friday, May 1, 2026, 5:00pm – 7:00pm at A.T. Hutchins. A funeral service will be held on Saturday, May 2, at 8:00am at A.T. Hutchins. Burial will follow at 10:00am at Evergreen Cemetery, 672 Stevens Ave, Portland.
Clenda B. Wildes
Apr 24, 2026
Clenda B. Wildes, of Kennebunk, Maine, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Born in Chattanooga, Tennessee, Clenda carried her Southern roots with her throughout her life. She was known for her quick wit, warm spirit, and remarkable singing voice that brought joy to all who had the pleasure of hearing it.
Clenda...
Michael George Martin
Apr 16, 2026
Michael “Happy” Martin, 78, passed away peacefully on April 16, 2026, surrounded by family. He was born on May 18, 1947, in Plymouth, MA, the son of the late Bradford and Dorothea (Rogers) Martin. Michael carried his proud Irish heritage with him throughout his life. He built his career as a professional house painter, a trade he took great pride...



