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Normand T. Bourret
RUMFORD -- Normand T. Bourret, 79, died on January 9, 2013 at his residence with his loving family by his side. A lifelong resident of the area, he made his home on Franklin Street, Rumford.
He was born in Rumford on February 25, 1933, a son of Agenard and Jeanne (Carrier) Bourret. He graduated from Stephens High School in Rumford Class of 1950 and graduated 1st in his class from the U.S. Navy Pipe Fitter School in Norfolk, VA Class of 1953.
He served with the U.S. Navy during the Korean Conflict. He had worked as a plumber in the family business A. Bourret & Son Plumbing and Heating in Rumford for many years and then retired from Local #783 in 1997 as a pipe fitter.
Normand was a communicant of Parish of the Holy Savior, St. Athanasius – St. John Church and was a member of Napoleon Ouellette Post #24, American Legion.
Normand was married in Long Beach, L.I., NY on May 14, 1955 to the late Elizabeth McGee, who died on September 1, 1985. He then married in Rocky Hill, CT on February 19, 1993 to the former Doris T. Bedard, who survives of Rumford.
Other survivors include daughters, Kathleen Bourret and husband, Darren Wardwell of Litchfield, NH, Suzanne Dorion and husband, Mark of New Gloucester, Loretta Boivin and husband, Darren of Eustis; sons, Normand J. Bourret and wife, Vicki of New Gloucester, Michael T. Bourret and partner, Kim Doughty of Bailey Island, Thomas B. Bourret and wife, Mindy of Rumford; step-children, Michael Pelletier of Marlborough, CT, Julie Rosa and husband, Jorge of McKinney, TX, Gerard Pelletier of Coventry, CT, Lisa Flemke and husband, Len of Dover-Foxcroft, and Susan Hassett and husband, Shane of Glastonbury, CT; many grandchildren and step-grandchildren and one great-grandson; sisters, Marie Fournier and husband, Robert of Woonsocket, RI, and sister, Suzanne Bourret, P.M. of Hudson, NH; a brother, Georges Bourret and wife, Patricia of Lexington, SC; sisters-in-law, Mona Bourret of Southbury, CT, and Theresa Bourret of Findlay, OH.
He was predeceased by a son, James Bourret; and two brothers, Leopold and Jean Louis Bourret.
James Edward McInnis, Jr.
REGION -- James Edward McInnis, Jr., 78, passed away on Dec. 10, 2012.
He was born to Yvonne Ayotte and James McInnis Sr. in Mexico in 1933.
He had a passion for the outdoors even as a young boy and often went fishing with friends and family, claiming his sister, Marion, caught the most fish! As an adult, he took fly fishing lessons at Orvis on the Battenkill River in Massachuetts. From that day forward, he practiced and perfected his skills anywhere he could wet a fly. Since 1995, Jim was the only permitted fly fishing guide on Oak Creek, which he loved.
He continued part time until his illness took over. Jim was a participating steward of the Oak Creek Water Shed Council, and a supporting member of numerous national environmental organizations.
After high school, Jim joined the Air Force and served four years as a flight mechanic at Randolph Air Force Base in Texas. Returning home, he attended the University of Maine in Orono and graduated with a major in English in 1962. He went to work at Pratt & Whitney, and was later hired by AON Corporation as an outside field agent selling whole life and accidental death policies.
He married Jacquelyn Powers in 1963 and daughter, Melissa, was born in 1969. The family moved from Marlborough, CT when Jim became a district manager in charge of the Cape Cod territory. In his spare time, he loved to play golf and tennis.
Following his divorce in 1977, Jim moved to Bridgeport, CT and joins the Westport Unitarian Singles Group where he was active as a discussion leader. He married Harriet Bingham in 1989 and two years later, they relocated to Sedona, AZ.
Jim was maitre d' of the dining room at Enchantment Resort for four years, and then his dream job came through at Pink Jeep Tours. It combined his love of people and the outdoors -- and he become known as "Shuttle Jim" He retired in March, 2012.
Jim acquired his passion for Notre Dame from his father. While both were avid football fans, Jim's admiration included the principles and integrity of the university. He could tell you almost every play and who made it going back to the days of Knute Rockne. If a game was on TV, you didn't dare make a sound in the room!
On his 75th birthday, Harriet fulfilled his wish with two tickets for the weekend in South Bend. It poured the whole time but it never dampened Jim's spirit. Jim was a member of American Legion Post 24 in Rumford.
He is survived by his wife, Harriet; daughter, Melissa and husband, Tim Theriault, and granddaughter, Katelyn of East Haven, CT; two sisters, Marion McInnis of Rumford, and Patricia and husband, Don Hopkins; his niece, Kathleen Kimble, her children, Brian, Jennifer, Kristin and Kevin.
His greatest gift was his great sense of humor and he will be sorely missed by those who knew and loved him.
He was predeceased by his parents and his nephew, Michael Duhamel.
Services will be held at St. John Vianney Catholic Church in Sedona, AZ at 11 a.m. Friday. Instead of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to the Sedona Humane Society or to a scholarship fund in Jim's memory at www.oakcreekwatershed.org. There is a Paypal donation service in place on the left side of the homepage.
Graveside services will be in St. John's cemetery in Rumford in the spring.
Ellen Y. Ferreira
PORTLAND -- Ellen Y. Ferreira, 26, died unexpectedly on September 12, 2012 at the Maine Medical Center. She was a resident of Riverside Park Drive in Mexico.
Born in Machias on September 20, 1985 she was a daughter of Annette Robichaud. She attended Mountain Valley High School in Rumford and was employed at Wal-Mart as a cashier.
Ellen was a member of the First Light Pentecostal Church in Dixfield. She also enjoyed camping, her dog “Max” and spending time with her friend, Sarah Hathaway.
Ellen was married in Weld on August 13, 2005 to Jonathan Ferriera, who survives of Mexico. Other survivors include her mother, Annette Pike of Rumford; two brothers, Joshua Robichaud of Sanford and Dalton Pike of Rumford; a sister, Dawn Pike of Rumford; nieces and nephews; and her church family.
Louise Viger Blais
RUMFORD -- Louise Viger Blais, 66, died on January 8, 2013 at the Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston with her family by her side. She was a resident of Route 120 in Rumford.
Born in Rumford on August 23, 1946, she was a daughter of Wilfred H. “Chick” and Emma (Richardson) Viger. She was a graduate of Stephens High School in Rumford with the Class of 1965. She was CNA for the Rumford Hospital, Cozy Inn and also private duty.
Louise was a member of the Dixfield American Legion. She enjoyed her trips to Foxwoods with her daughters and her sisters. She enjoyed bingo, knitting, vacationing with her family, attending her grandchildren’s sporting events. Her grandchildren were the light of her life and affectionately called her Gammy.
She was married in Rumford on July 25, 1965 to Norman Blais, who survives of Rumford. Other survivors include a son, Robert Blais of Rumford; two daughters, Pamela Welch and her husband, David of Rumford, and Debra Blais of Rumford; three grandchildren, Connor Blais of Rumford, and Taylor and Cam Welch of Rumford; siblings, Dr. David Lee Durham and his wife, Chen-Ying of Boerne, TX, Brenda Howitt and her husband, Rodney of Rumford, Wilfred “Chick” Viger, Jr. of Marstons Mills, MA, Marlene Viger of Rumford, Wayne Viger and wife, Carolyn of Turner, Robert Viger, Roger Viger and wife, Cindy of Rumford, Sandra Hebert and her husband, Chris of Dixfield; and many nieces and nephews.
Roger L. Chartier
AUBURN -- Roger L. Chartier, 70, of Rumford, died on Dec. 19, 2012 at Hospice House with his family by his side.
He was born on November 22, 1942 in Canada
, the son of Albert Chartier and Lydia Henri. Roger attended school in Canada.
After moving to the U.S., he married Jeannette LaCroix and had been married for 47 years.
Prior to being a self-employed drywall contractor he was a lumberjack. Roger was an outdoorsman whom enjoyed
hunting
, spending time at camp on the front porch, and cutting wood. But most of all he enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, TJ and Tyler.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Jeannette; daughter, Lynn Frost and husband Dave; brothers, Roland of Andover, Rosaire of Roxbury, Laurent of Massachusetts, Marcel of Florida; sisters, Jeandarc, Madelyn, Fernande, Cecile, Germaine, all of Canada; and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Roger was predeceased by brothers, Rene and Robert of Canada; sisters, Blanche, Annette, Gilbert, all of Canada.
Services will be held privately in the spring. In Roger’s memory, donations can be made to the Androscoggin Home Care & Hospice, 15 Strawberry Ave., Lewiston, ME 04240.
Joseph Volkernick Sr.
RUMFORD –- Joseph Volkernick Sr., 80, died on November 8, 2012 at the Rumford Hospital. He was a resident of Wyman Hill Road in Rumford.
Born in Rumford on October 12, 1932, he was a son of Adolph and Stella (Belskis) Volkernick. He was a graduate of Stephens High School.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He worked for Boise Cascade Paper Mill in Rumford as an effluent treatment plant operator.
Joe was a member of Rumford Falls Aerie #1248, FOE, Robert Shand Post #24 American Legion, Webb River Sportsman Club, and Oakdale Country Club. He was president and very active with WVAC Access Channel. He enjoyed bowling,
hunting and golfing.
He was married on August 11, 1956 in Hollis to his wife of 56 years, Barbara Haskell, who survives of Rumford.
Other survivors include a son, Joseph Volkernick, Jr. of Rumford; a daughter, Terry Volkernick of Rumford; a sister, Lilly Burns and her husband, Ray of Dixfield; a brother, John Volkernick Sr. and his wife, Jeanne of Rumford.
He was predeceased by two brothers, Anthony and Paul Sr.
Dale Pellerin
RUMFORD -- A Mass of Christian Burial for Dale Pellerin of Rumford was celebrated on June 29, 2012 at the Parish of The Holy Savior St. Athanasius-St. John Church in Rumford with Fr Phil Tracy as the celebrant.
Readings were given by Jessica Reynolds and David Blouin. Presenting gifts to the altar were Mary Ann Hamel and Jessica Reynolds. Words of remembrance were given by Tanya McPherson and James Barnett.
Mark Belanger was the organist. Musical selections were Amazing Grace, Be Not Afraid, You Are My Shepherd and Fly Like A Bird.
Pall Bearers were John Reynolds, Kyle Reynolds, Ryan Hamann, Jason McPherson, Dan Pellerin, Matt Pellerin and Rob Mayo.
Committal services were conducted by Fr. Phil Tracy. Interment was in St John cemetery in Rumford.
A reception followed at the Church hall after the funeral.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Meader & Son Funeral Home, Rumford.
Alyce Mae Peare
RUMFORD CENTER -- Graveside services for Alyce Mae Peare were held on August 15, 2012 at Rumford Center Cemetery.
Her grandson, Scott Farrington officiated.
Pallbearers were Peter John Peare, Brian Worcester, John Bernard, Esau Cooper, Nicolas Anastasio and Andrew Peare.
Services were under the care and guidance of SG Thibault Funeral Home, Rumford.
Brenda McLean
RUMFORD -- A Celebration of Life for Brenda McLean was held on July 15, 2012 at SG Thibault Funeral Home.
Sister-in-law Sharon Morton Dudley conducted the service, who also gave the eulogy.
Poems written by Brenda to her family were read by Jimmie Cole and Sharon Morton Dudley. Music selections were Runaway Train, You’re Beautiful, Count on Me, and Little Orphan Boy sung by Brenda’s mother Jessie Crawford McLean.
Pallbearers were Joey Cole, Jimmie Cole, Richard McLean, Roy McLean, Reed McLean, Russell McLean Jr., Howard McLean Sr. and Jeff Freeman.
Interment followed in Demeritt cemetery in Peru. A reception followed at her son Jim’s home in Rumford.
Services were under the care and guidance of SG Thibault Funeral Home, Rumford.
Cora Elizabeth Reade Murray
HALLOWELL -- Cora Elizabeth Reade Murray, 90, died August 22, 2012 in Augusta.
She was born May 30, 1922 in Weare, NH, daughter of Roy N. Reade and Olive Wood Reade. Cora grew up in Weare, NH, graduating from Weare High School in 1940.
She moved to Maine after marrying (Jan. 3, 1942) her husband, George of 57 years. They retired to Newport in 1982, where they had summered for many previous years at their beloved camp on Lake Sebasticook.
Cora was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and homemaker who loved her family and enjoyed life. Cora had many lifelong friendships. She was the center of her family and friends, gathering those around her to “Live, laugh, and love.”
She is survived by six children: five daughters; Bonita Hahn of Yarmouth, Lorraine and her husband, Walt Shackford of Rochester, NH, Paula and her husband, Ed Englehart of Dixfield, Linda and her husband, Jim Murphy of Blue Hill, Pamela and her husband, Frank Howe of Farmingdale, and one son, George and his wife, Sharon Murray of Augusta; 14 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by sisters, Beatrice Reade Johnson and Blanche Reade Noss; and her husband, George L. Murray in 1999; a son, Quintin and a daughter, Baby Faye.
Family wishes to thank Woodlands Assisted Living of Hallowell, MaineGeneral Medical Center, and HealthReach Hospice for her wonderful care; Dr. Arun Ranganath and all of her primary caregivers.
James Maxwell Burns, Jr.
MEXICO -- Private graveside services for James Maxwell Burns, Jr., of Mexico were conducted on July 30, 2012 at the Farrington-Morton Cemetery, with Mr. Arthur Meader officiating.
Words of remembrance were given by granddaughter, Linnea Burns, daughter, Bonny Beausoleil, and son, Scott Burns.
Arrangements were under the care of the Meader & Son Funeral Home, Rumford.
Ruth Danforth Davis
SKOWHEGAN -- Graveside services for Ruth Danforth Davis of Gorham and formerly of Peru were conducted on July 22, 2012 at the South Side Cemetery, with Rev. John Gensel officiating.
Arrangements were under the care of the Meader & Son Funeral Home, Rumford.
Rose Dyer
RUMFORD -- Graveside services for Rose Dyer were conducted on July 21, 2012 at the Abbott Mills Cemetery, with Pastor Lloyd Waterhouse officiating.
Words of remembrance were given by Mike Errington, Patricia Paul, Tracy Milligan, Sue Rosenburg and Jeff Milligan.
Robert Errington recited the 23rd Psalm. Victoria Errington read a passage from Ecclesiastes.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Meader & Son Funeral Home, Rumford.
