Obituaries

Oct 22, 2023

In loving memory of Catherine Ann Pray, who passed peacefully surrounded by family on October 22, 2023. She was born November 17, 1956, to Anna P. and Felix R. Ferrante. She spent her childhood in Portland on Munjoy Hill, attending Portland High School. Catherine faced the challenges of life with unwavering strength. Despite the hardships and limitations imposed by Myotonic...

Oct 21, 2023

Oct 20, 2023

Jacqueline ("Jackie") Eastman of Portland, Maine, died at home on October 20, 2023, after a long battle with cancer and kidney disease. Jackie is survived by her only son,  James L. Eastman, Esq. of Arlington, Virginia as well two grandsons, Amrik and Nikhil Eastman and her daughter-in-law Maneesha Mithal, Esq. all in Arlington, VA. Funeral services will be held at...

Oct 18, 2023

Peter Joseph Profenno, 69, died October 18, 2023, at CornerStone Hospice in the Villages, Florida after a long battle with cancer. Peter and Dena moved from Gray, Maine to Ocala, Florida in July of 2022 to be near their granddaughter, Emma, and to escape the snow and cold. He was born April 2, 1954, in Portland Maine to the late...

Oct 16, 2023

Gray- Donna J. Howard, 64, died unexpectedly October 16, 2023, at Maine Medical Center. She was born on April 6, 1959 in North Conway, New Hampshire a daughter of Faye A. Robbins and Lewellyn "Buster" Howard. She lived in New Hampshire with her mother, stepfather, and sisters for most of her life Until moving to Maine in the 1980's. She...

Oct 11, 2023

PORTLAND - Marilyn Jane Brasier, 80, passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2023 at Maine Medical Center after a brief illness. Born May 10, 1943 in Portland, the daughter of Arthur E. Brasier and Edith Adelaide (Redmond) Brasier, Lindsey.Marilyn attended local schools graduating from Deering High School in 1961. She looked forward to her reunions and worked diligently as the class...

Oct 8, 2023

Oct 6, 2023

Kathryn Libby Kathryn was born on August 13, 1928 in Charlestown, Prince Edward Island Canada, the daughter of Ernest and Lona Judson.  She attended schools and secretarial school on Prince Edward Island. While in Presque Isle Maine she worked as a secretary for Maine Food Plan.  On December 25th 1948 she married Chase Libby and entered the United States under...

Oct 5, 2023

PORTLAND - Arthur D. "Art"  Paisley,82, died October 5, 2023, at Gosnell Hospice House in Scarborough ME. He was born Portsmouth, NH on February 8, 1941 the son of Charles H. and Harriet D. Paisley. He graduated from Portsmouth, NH in 1959, Wentworth Institute Boston, MA in 1963. Worked at Argon Nuclear Plant Idaho Falls, ID 1963-1965; GE 1966-1996 and...

Oct 4, 2023

WESTBROOK - Gerhard "Gary" Pontau, 81, of Westbrook, died peacefully at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, surrounded by his loving family.  Gerhard was born on August 9, 1942, in Portland, the son of Gerhard Pontau and Camilla (Fusco) Cilley.  He grew up in Portland and graduated from Portland High School in 1961.  He worked at...

Oct 1, 2023

. Santino Anthony Giusti       1950- 2023 Portland - Santino "Sammy" Giusti, 73, passed away peacefully after a long illness October 1, 2023 surrounded by family. He was born February 8, 1950, in Portland the son of Santino A. Giusti Sr. and Mary E. (Tracey) Giusti. In addition to his parents, Santino was predeceased by his brothers John and Joe Giusti....

Sep 30, 2023

Elma E. Marzilli 92 of Portland, Passed away on September 30, 2023, with her family by her side.  Elma was born in Lewiston, Maine, daughter of Elmer F. and Catherine (Crockett) Edwards.  Elma graduated from Lewison High School Class of 1949. As a child, she spent many wonderful days at her grandparents' home in Danville Junction.  She met the love...

Sep 30, 2023

Elaine (Bragdon) Robinson, 90, formerly of Standish and Gorham, passed away peacefully at home Saturday, September 30, 2023, after contracting Covid-19. Elaine graduated from Westbrook High School in 1951 and received an Executive Secretarial degree from Bryant College, Rhode Island in 1953. She had a successful career at S. D. Warren Research Laboratory (acquired by Scott Paper and later Sappi...

Sep 22, 2023

Arthur "Bob" Ambrose Jones      Milo- Arthur "Bob" Ambrose Jones, 91, passed away peacefully September 22, 2023, at the Barron Center in Portland, Maine. He was born April 21, 1932 in Old Town, Maine as an only child to the late Florence M. Jones and Ambrose H. Jones. Bob was raised by his mother, who instilled in him a passion for...

Sep 22, 2023

Harry Robert Fullerton,75, died Friday, September 22, 2023 at the Gosnell House surrounded by family. He is survived by his wife, Sue Fullerton; children: Mark and wife Sara Fullerton, Mike Fullerton and wife Sarah Swan, Kimberly and husband Brandon Walker and Katie and husband Cameron Cestaro; grandchildren Brydon, Savana, Jackson, Bennett, Joel, Colton, Noah, Brady, Grace, Max and Evie; brother...

Sep 18, 2023

Yvonne Anne (Lachapelle) Souliere passed away in the company of her children on the evening of Sept 18.  A sudden illness released her from the bonds of Alzheimer's disease, which in 2019 disrupted her enjoyable retirement. Born August 24, 1942, to Edmond Ernest and Eileen Rose Lachapelle, in Worcester, MA, Yvonne grew up amongst her four lively siblings. She graduated...

Sep 17, 2023

Patricia Frances Haynes Santamore, 66, of Westbrook, Maine, passed away on September 17, 2023. Born on July 12, 1957, in Portland, Maine, Patricia was a loving wife and mother, caring sister, and devoted Nanny to her grandkids. Her kindness, generosity, and vibrant spirit will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Patricia is survived by...

Sep 9, 2023

Kathleen Tibbetts, (Kay) of Steep Falls, passed away in her home in the early morning of September 9th, 2023, with her family by her side, after bravely facing a long period of declining health. She was 81 when she died after having enjoyed a well lived life as a caring mom, affectionate grandmother, playful friend, appreciative employer, and beloved matriarch...

Sep 4, 2023

Felix Irving  Atienza, III, of Windham, ME passed away on September 4, 2023 at the age of 42, after a courageous battle with Huntington disease. He went to Windham High School.  He joined the US Coast Guard to give back his service to the community and country and to follow the footsteps of his father, Felix Y. Atienza Jr. Felix...

Sep 3, 2023

Stacey Michelle Milliken lost her battle with addiction on September 3rd. at her home in Portland Maine.  Stacey was born on November 5, 1976, to George and Carol (Nelson) Milliken. Stacey attended Portland schools and graduated from Catherine McAuley in 1995.  Stacey attended Syracuse University and the University of Southern Maine.  Stacey was a life-long learner and loved to study.  ...