RUMFORD — Robert D. “Opa” Wilson, 84, passed away Sunday, May 27, at the Rumford Hospital. He was born in Cape Elizabeth on Oct. 16, 1933, a son of Grace Evelyn Foss and Richard Russell Wilson. Robert was a retired Army veteran, serving 23 years. He received his bachelor’s degree from Westbrook College. He was also […]
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Litchfield students ready for Memorial Day
Students and parent volunteers from Carrie Ricker School of Litchfield volunteer their Sunday morning to attend a Memorial Day prepping opportunity led by their teacher and Sabattus American Legion Auxiliary officer Jennifer Caron. The group, led by Sabattus American Legion member Ron Caron, planted flowers at the Sabattus Monument, seen here, and Pleasant Hill Cemetery […]
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Richard "Dick" Gile
AUGUSTA — Richard “Dick” Gile, 87, a longtime resident of Wales, died Sunday, May 20, at the V.A. Hospital in Togus. His family remembers him as a generous, selfless, hardworking, loving father, grandfather and friend. He was born on Feb. 2, 1931, in Wales, the son of LaForest Gile and Laura (Andrews) Gile. Dick was educated […]
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Post 158 remembers veterans
Lisbon Post 158, American Legion, placed 377 flags on veteran graves in area cemeteries and memorials for Memorial Day. Members placing flags at Lisbon Cemetery are, from left, George Warren, Jack Lachance and Jerry Smith. Missing from the photo is Brian Govang. Lisbon Post 158, American Legion, placed 377 flags on veterans’ graves in area […]
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Jerald R. Nadeau
BETHEL — Jerald R. Nadeau, 67, of Bethel and Titusville, Fla., passed away unexpectedly on Friday, May 11, at his residence in Bethel. He was born on Sept. 2, 1950 to Alcide Nadeau and Jacqueline (Cox) Nadeau. He was lovingly raised by his mother in Bangor and graduated from John Bapst Regional High School in 1969. […]
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Rumford Legion to host Memorial parade
RUMFORD — Napoleon Ouellette Post 24 of the American Legion will observe Memorial Day, May 28, with a parade and ceremonies at the Rotary Memorial Green in Rumford before going to the Veterans Memorial Green in Mexico. The American Legion is calling all area veterans to participate in the parade. Rides will be provided for […]
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Bertrand L. Provencher
AUBURN — Bertrand L. Provencher, 91, died Wednesday, May 2, at the Androscoggin Hospice House with his family by his side. Born in Lewiston on March 10, 1927, a son of Edmund & Rose Fillion Provencher, he was educated in Lewiston & Auburn schools. He served his country during WWII in the U.S. Navy. He was […]
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Rumford Legion event to benefit Maine-iacs headed to Veterans Games
RUMFORD — The Napoleon Ouellette Post 24, American Legion, will host a benefit supper and raffle to support Maine’s team, the “Maine-iacs,” in the 32nd National Veterans Golden Age Games. Local and statewide veterans will compete. This year’s games will be in Albuquerque, New Mexico, from Saturday through Wednesday, Aug. 4 to 8. Funds are needed […]
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Post 153 plans Cinco de Mayo, motorcycle ride in May
AUBURN — William J. Rogers Post 153, American Legion, 71 South Main St., has announced activities for May. Members and guests are welcome. Happy Hour: 4 to 6 p.m. Fridays, appetizers will be served. Music, Dance and Karaoke: 7 to 11 p.m. every Friday and Saturday, featuring DJ Jean Louis; 5 to 7 p.m. Fridays, May 4 […]
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Kenneth C. Austin
LEWISTON — Kenneth C. Austin, 87, formerly of Sunrise Lane in Lewiston, died Friday morning, April 13, at d’Youville Pavilion with family at his side. He was born in Auburn on Feb. 20, 1931, one of three children born to William and Sadie (Cliff) Austin. Ken was educated in Auburn schools and graduated from Edward […]