The Houlton Pioneer Times serves as a cornerstone of community news in Aroostook County, Maine, and a significant part of its local reporting is dedicated to honoring the lives of those who have passed away. The obituary section of the Pioneer Times provides a respectful and informative space for families to announce deaths and funeral arrangements, allowing the community to collectively mourn and remember their loved ones. This article compiles recent obituary notices, primarily from May 2017, offering a glimpse into the lives celebrated and mourned within the Houlton and Presque Isle areas.
This listing encompasses a range of individuals from different towns within Aroostook County and beyond, reflecting the wide reach of the Houlton Pioneer Times’ readership. Each entry provides essential details regarding the deceased, including their name, age, hometown, and date and location of passing. Crucially, the notices also detail funeral service arrangements, such as dates, times, and locations of services, as well as the designated funeral homes handling the arrangements. This information is invaluable for community members wishing to pay their respects and support grieving families.
Obituary Listings from Houlton Pioneer Times:
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BLACKSTONE, Wendell and Scott: A joint service to remember Wendell and Scott Blackstone was held at Fairview Cemetery in Perham on Friday, May 19th at 4 p.m. Arrangements were handled by Duncan-Graves Funeral Home.
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BOYD, Jay Archie: Jay Archie Boyd, 66, of Mars Hill, passed away in Kalamazoo, Michigan on May 7, 2017. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home in Mars Hill oversaw the arrangements.
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BRISSETTE, Lindbergh: A service for Lindbergh Brissette took place at Maine Veterans Cemetery in Caribou on Friday, May 19th at 10:30 a.m. Lancaster Morgan Funeral Home managed the arrangements.
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CAIN, Stephen: Stephen Cain was remembered at a service on Monday, May 15, 2017, at 1 p.m. at Fairmount Cemetery in Presque Isle. A reception followed at Duncan-Graves Funeral Home in Presque Isle.
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CONNORS, Ethel: Ethel Connors’ service was held at Estes Park Cemetery in Easton on Friday, May 20th at 12:30 p.m. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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COTE, Alfred: Alfred Cote’s service was held at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Caribou on Friday, May 19th at 3 p.m. Lancaster Morgan Funeral Home made the arrangements.
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CRAIG, Glenice: Glenice Craig was honored at a service at Estes Park in Easton on Friday, May 19th at 1 p.m. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home handled the arrangements.
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CRAY, Marjorie: Marjorie Cray was remembered at a service on Saturday, May 20th at 2 p.m. at Kings Grove Cemetery in Mars Hill. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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CYR, Devin Phillip: Devin Phillip Cyr, 20, formerly of Remington, IN, passed away May 7, 2017. A service was held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Remington, IN on Friday, May 12, 2017, at 11 a.m. Clapper Funeral Services in IN managed arrangements.
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DRISCOLL, Joanne Phyllis (Hayden): Joanne Phyllis (Hayden) Driscoll was remembered at a service at Fairmount Cemetery in Presque Isle on Thursday, May 18th at 11 a.m. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home handled arrangements.
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ESSE, Joanne: Joanne Esse, of Houlton and Presque Isle, was honored at a service at Hodgdon Cemetery in Hodgdon on Saturday, May 20, 2017, at 11 a.m. Dunn Funeral Home in Houlton oversaw arrangements.
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FORD, William: William Ford was remembered at a service at Kings Grove Cemetery in Presque Isle on Thursday, May 18th at 1 p.m. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home managed arrangements.
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FROST, Elizabeth J. ‘Betty’: Elizabeth J. ‘Betty’ Frost of Fort Fairfield was honored at a service on May 20, 2017, at 11 a.m. at Giberson-Dorsey Funeral Home in Fort Fairfield.
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GARDINER, James: James Gardiner was remembered at a service at Marshall Cemetery in Westfield on Tuesday, May 23rd at 10 a.m. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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GLIDDEN, Alice: Alice Glidden was honored at a service at Fairmount Cemetery in Presque Isle on Monday, May 15, 2017, at 3 p.m. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home handled arrangements.
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HAND, Alma “Amy” Bell Brown: Alma “Amy” Bell Brown Hand, 87, of Presque Isle, passed away on May 14, 2017. A service was held at Duncan Graves Funeral Home on Wednesday, May 17, 2017, at 1 p.m.
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HARDING, Floyd: Floyd Harding was remembered at a service at Grant Memorial United Methodist Church in Presque Isle on Friday, May 19th at 11 a.m. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home managed arrangements.
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HEWS, Barbara: Barbara Hews was honored at a service at Grant Memorial United Methodist Church in Presque Isle on Friday, May 12, 2017, at 11 a.m., followed by interment at Fairmount Cemetery in Presque Isle. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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HOLMES, Jarvis: Jarvis Holmes was remembered with Military honors at a service at Maine Veterans Cemetery in Caribou on Saturday, May 13, 2017, at 11 a.m. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home handled arrangements.
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HUME, Avis: Avis Hume was honored at a service at Estes Park Cemetery in Easton on Friday, May 19th at 1:30 p.m. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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JUDKINS, Elbridge: Elbridge Judkins was remembered at a service at Duncan-Graves Funeral Home in Presque Isle on Friday, May 12, 2017, at 2 p.m.
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LABBE, Oneal Labbe: Oneal Labbe was honored at a service at Maine Veterans Cemetery in Caribou on Wednesday, May 24th at 11 a.m. Lancaster Morgan Funeral Home managed arrangements.
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LAPOINTE, Irene: Irene Lapointe was remembered at a service at East Blaine Cemetery in Blaine on Friday, May 20th at 11 a.m. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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LENTO, Paige: Paige Lento was honored at a service at Estes Park Cemetery in Easton on Monday, May 22nd at 11 a.m. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home handled arrangements.
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MEYER, Johann: Johann Meyer was remembered with Military honors at a service at Maine Veterans Cemetery in Caribou on Monday, May 15, 2017, at 11 a.m. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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MICHAUD, Edmund: Edmund Michaud of Presque Isle was honored at a service at Fairmount Cemetery in Presque Isle on May 19, 2017, at 3 p.m. Giberson-Dorsey Funeral Home managed arrangements.
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OBAR, Hope: Hope Obar was remembered at a service at St. Louis Catholic Cemetery in Limestone on Monday, May 15, 2017, at 10 a.m. Lancaster Morgan Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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RAND, Stephen Rand: Stephen Rand was honored at a service at Maine Veterans Cemetery on Wednesday, May 24th at noon. Lancaster Morgan Funeral Home managed arrangements.
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RAND, Stephen S.: Stephen S. Rand of Presque Isle, who passed away on Feb. 5, 2017, was remembered at a service at Maine Veterans Cemetery in Caribou on Wednesday, May 24th at 12 p.m.
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SAUCIER, Madeline: Madeline Saucier was honored at a service at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery on North Main Street in Presque Isle on Tuesday, May 15, 2017, at 11 a.m. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
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SMITH, Gary: Gary Smith, 63, passed away on May 6, 2017, in Presque Isle. Duncan-Graves Funeral Home handled the arrangements.
In Conclusion:
These obituary listings from the Houlton Pioneer Times serve as a vital record of recent passings in the Aroostook County region. They not only provide essential details about funeral services but also stand as a testament to the lives and community connections within this area of Maine. For those seeking information on recent obituaries in the Houlton Pioneer Times, this compilation offers a helpful starting point for remembrance and connection.
