Les Hett
There will be a Memorial Service for Les Hett at Alton Bay, N.H., on July 17.

Dwayne Samuel Watts
Dwayne Samuel Watts, 44, passed away Monday, May 3, 2010.
Funeral: 10 a.m. Friday at Riverside Advent Christian Church. Interment: Mount Olivet Cemetery.

The Rev. Watts was born July 16, 1965, in Norfolk, Va. He was the recent pastor of Riverside Advent Christian Church. He was preceded in death by his father, Harry L. Watts.

Survivors: Wife, Paige Watts; son, Clinton Watts; daughter, Sarah "Beth" Watts; mother, Sandra Watts Schnetzer; sister, Deborah Watts Harris; brothers, William Edward Watts and Albert Leon Watts; sister, Lynda Fern Moser; and numerous nieces, nephews, close friends and church family.

George Philip Singleterry
Age 83, went to be with the Lord on April 21, 2010. Born on March 16, 1927 to Orrin & Myrtle Singleterry missionaries in Nanking, China. Served in ministry as pastor for 33 years and past 10 years writing lessons for CCCV Chino Valley. Attended Aurora College for 5 years receiving a BA and BTH Degree. Survived by his wife of 55 years Betty, son James, daughter Marilyn, grandson Brian and 4 great-grand-children and preceded in death by son John. Services will be held at Calvary Chapel Chino Valley, 12205 Pipeline (North of 60 freeway) Friday April 23rd at 10:00AM and laid to rest at Forest Lawn Covina California.

Geraldine Taylor Spooner
May 4th, 1923 – March 18th, 2010
Geraldine Taylor Spooner, 86, died peacefully Thursday, March 18th, 2010, at the home of her son and daughter-in-law, Paul and Pam Spooner, in Monument, Colorado. She is survived by her beloved husband, Roland, her children - Craig (wife Linda), Debbie and Paul – grandchildren; Ryan, Kacy, Ashley and Molly - and great-granddaughter, Taylor.

Known as “Inchy” to her grandchildren, Geraldine was born in Orange, Massachusetts, on May 4, 1923, to Harold and Ruth Perry Taylor. In the 40s she worked at RKO Studios in Hollywood, California, then attended Aurora College in Illinois, where she met Roland and married him on September 2, 1950. She was devoted to her family and to her church. She was a longtime member of the Advent Christian Church, and exhibited her faith in all that she did.

Gerry raised her children in Wallingford, Connecticut, and worked as a pre-school teacher at St. Paul’s pre-school then at Choate-Rosemary Hall Prep School until her retirement in 1986. Upon retirement, Geraldine and Roland moved to New Port Richey, Florida, and built a summer home on the beach in Roseway, Nova Scotia, which became the destination for yearly family gatherings. In 2002, the couple moved to Live Oak, Florida, where they remained until last July.

Geraldine leaves her family with fond memories of her love of God and His creation, her wonderful sense of humor, her infectious laugh and her creativity. We will never be able to see a butterfly, a heart-shaped rock, a dandelion or a daisy, without thinking of our beloved Inchy.

A funeral service will be held Wednesday, March, 24th at 5:30 p.m. at St. Barnabas Church (1290 Vine Street) and a celebration of her life will follow at Wash Perk Coffee House on the corner of S. Emerson and Ohio Streets in Denver, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Gerry’s memory to Agape Hospice, 6041 S. Syracuse Way, Green Village, CO 80111.

Jerry Bellah
Services for Mr. Jerry Bellah, 69, of Pampa, TX were held at 4:00 PM Friday, March 12, 2010 at Calvary Baptist Church in Pampa, TX with Rick Pearson, officiating. Graveside services were held at 2:00 PM Saturday, March 13, 2010 at Marena Cemetery in Stillwater, OK with L.D. Strate, officiating. Services were under the direction of Hughs Funeral Home in Canadian, TX.

Mr. Bellah passed away Wednesday, March 10, 2010 in Pampa, TX.

Jerry was born January 25, 1941 in Nocona, TX to the late Mr. D.W. Bellah and Mrs. Juanita (Breeze) Bellah. He attended schools in Bowie, TX. He moved to Pampa, TX in 1990 from Bridgeport, TX. He married Janice Lowe on June 27, 1992 in Pampa, TX. In Jerry’s early years he worked for Jerry Woods Funeral Home in Nocona, TX and later became owner and operator of a grocery store in Nocona, TX. He managed the Best Western Motel in Memphis, TX and later went to work for Enerpipe Corporation in Perryton, TX. He was the bus driver and worked in the maintenance department at Grandview-Hopkins Grade School. He also worked at United Supermarket in Pampa, TX. Jerry was a member of Church of the Brethren and attended Faith Advent Christian Church in Pampa, TX. He was preceded in death by one brother, Dow Webster Bellah.

He is survived by his wife, Janice Bellah of Pampa, TX; three sons, David Arnn of Pampa, TX; Tim Bellah of Granbury, TX; Nathan Arnn of Amarillo, TX; two daughters, Tangela Johnson of Pampa, TX; Beth Bellah of Granbury, TX; five sisters, Lockade Hall of Lake Bridgeport, TX; D’Ellen Bellah of Gatesville, TX; Judy Stevens of Lake Bridgeport, TX; Lee Bellah of Lake Bridgeport, TX; Linda Kennedy of Dallas, TX and seven grandchildren.

Audra G. "Jerry" Stotts
Audra G. “Jerry” Stotts, 78, of Spencer, West Virginia, died Tuesday, November 24, 2009, in the Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio.

She was born September 1, 1931, at Newton, a daughter of the late Lawrence Edward and Audra Rhinehart Dolan. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by a great granddaughter, Tori Patterson; three brothers, Kenneth, Charles and Leroy Dolan; one sister, Rose Bernadine Dolan.

“Jerry” was a retired secretary for Petro Service, Spencer and a member of the First Advent Christian Church, Spencer.

Survivors include her husband of 60 years, James H. Stotts of Spencer; four daughters, Margaret Miller of Charleston, Ruth Patterson of Scott Depot, Susan Finkbeiner of Summerville, SC and Elizabeth Stotts of Charleston; one brother, Wendell Dolan of Ripley; one sister, Altia Sanderlin of South Charleston; ten grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held Sunday, November 29 at 2:00 p.m. in the John H. Taylor Funeral Home, Spencer, with the Rev. Don Ramsey officiating. Burial will be in the Clover Cemetery, at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First Advent Christian Church, Steel Hollow, Spencer, WV 25276.

Holly Sue Dobson
Washburn, Maine - Holly Sue Dobson died unexpectedly Jan. 20, 2010, of natural causes at her home. She recently celebrated her 29th birthday, again. She was born Jan. 15, 1969, the daughter of Wes and Prudy Dobson. Holly graduated from Washburn High School in 1987, attended Berkshire Institute for Christian Studies, the University of Maine at Presque Isle, and earned a Bachelor of Science in nursing from the University of Maine, Orono. Holly was a valued and dedicated nurse, and was employed for many years at Cary Medical Center before transitioning to the recovery room at The Aroostook Medical Center. She served as president of the nurse's union. Holly loved her coworkers, and all appreciated her infectious smile and personality. Holly Sue was a beautiful and spirited child of God and was a member of State Road Advent Christian Church. She was an integral part of the worship team, longtime advisor of Northern Lights Youth Choir, and was actively involved in Camp Nomacca, and Sports and Music Camp. Holly loved her family. She was a sister, daughter and best friend. She was "Favorite Aunt Holly" to her nieces and nephews, and spent a lot of time with them, imparting much wisdom and knowledge. She leaves her mother, Prudy and stepdad, Steve; four brothers and their wives, Mark and Rhonda, Troy and Paula, Jay and Renee, and Sam and Diann; two sisters and their husbands, Lisa and Tony Dow, and Deb and Ron Kofstad; stepbrother, Scott and Heather; and stepsister and husband, Nicole and Tom Mckinney. Holly was predeceased by her father, H. Wesley Dobson; and a nephew, Thomas G. Dobson. Relatives and friends may call 6-8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, at State Road Advent Christian Church, Route 227, Mapleton, where funeral services will be conducted 2 p.m. Sunday with the Rev. Greg Moody and the Rev. Dave Ross officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Holly's memory to Northern Lights Youth Choir, Camp Nomacca or Sports and Music Camp, care of State Road Advent Christian Church, P.O. Box 550, Presque Isle, ME 04769. Arrangements are in the care of Duncan-Graves Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed at www.duncan-graves.com. "... And it was the duty of the trumpeters and the singers to make themselves heard in unison and praise and thanksgiving to the Lord, and the song was raised with trumpets and cymbals and other musical instruments, and praise to the Lord, 'for He is good, for His steadfast love endures forever.'" - II Chronicles 5:13

William "Bill" Karnes
PRESQUE ISLE - William "Bill" Karnes, 74, passed away unexpectedly Jan. 18, 2010, in Presque Isle. He was born April 29, 1935, in Waterville, the son of Stanley and Lena (Stansfield) Karnes. He was educated in the Waterville school system and served in the U.S. Marine Corps during the Korean War. He then graduated from Berkshire Christian College and began his career as a pastor and schoolteacher. Bill taught for 36 years, encompassing second-12th grades in the Rockland, Hodgdon, Ashland and SAD No. 1 school systems, where he impacted the lives of many students. He loved young people, pouring his time and energy into them. He was formerly the pastor of Port Clyde Advent Christian and East Mapleton Advent Christian Churches and served as itinerant pastor of Hodgdon and Linneus Methodist Churches. A former president of Northern Maine Advent Christian Conference, he and his family provided live music for the Dan Pike radio ministry for many years. He shared the pastorate of Oxbow and Masardis Ministries for the past 31 years, where he still served in spite of declining health, because of his great love for the Lord and for the people there. He was a former member of Trinity Masonic Lodge No. 130 AF & AM, International Association of Basketball Officials No. 150, Northern Maine Approved Baseball Umpires Association, ASA Softball, and National Education Association, Maine Retirement Association. Bill was unique in his love for everyone he met and his gift of encouragement. He loved to laugh and entertain with his many colorful stories. He followed sports passionately and enjoyed all music, playing his trumpet and singing. Above all, Bill loved God and he shared God's love with those around him. Bill will be greatly missed by his family and all that knew him. He leaves his wife, Diane, to whom he was married for 50 years; his daughter, Jennifer and her husband, David Whitaker, of Presque Isle; his daughter, Julie and her husband, Colby Morse, of Gorham; a brother, Thomas Karnes; and two nephews, Eoin and Brendan Karnes of Williston, Vt.; a half sister, Sharon and her husband, Bob Southard, of Windham; two special aunts, Eleanor Estabrook of Houlton and Geraldine Borodko of Somersworth, N.H.; his three grandsons who were his pride and joy, Gregory David, Joel Thomas and Aaron John Whitaker of Presque Isle. Calling hours will be held 6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 22, at State Road Advent Christian Church, Route 227, Mapleton, where a funeral service will be held 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, with the Rev. David Ross and the Rev. Greg Moody officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bill's memory to WFST Christian Radio, P.O. Box 600, Caribou, ME 04736; The State Road Advent Christian Church, P.0. Box 550, Presque Isle, ME 04769; or Oxbow Congregational Church, Oxbow, ME 04764. Arrangements are in the care of Duncan-Graves Funeral Home, Presque Isle. Online condolences may be expressed at www.duncan-graves.com.

Clayton M. Blackstone Sr. 
Clayton M. Blackstone Sr., 86, went home to be with his Lord, listening to the music he loved, sung by family, Jan. 11, 2010, at a local hospital. He was born May 10, 1923, in Perham, son of the Rev. Read W. and Addie (Fox) Blackstone. He was an active member of Dunntown Advent Christian Church, Wade, for many years, where he had been a deacon, a trustee and church treasurer. Clayton spent his adult life farming land, homesteaded by his ancestors. There he instilled in his family the Christian values passed on to him by his father and mother. Clayton loved spending time with and teasing his children and grandchildren. His quick wit and funny sense of humor stayed with him until the very end. He also loved listening to and playing the trumpet, and puttering in his garden after his retirement from farming. He is survived by his wife, Joyce (Barton) Blackstone of Perham; his sons and their wives, the Rev. Clayton and Hazel Blackstone Jr. of Bangor, Dale and Cynthia Blackstone of Crouseville, Doug and Barb Blackstone of Easton, David and Vicki Blackstone of Summerville, S.C., and Gary and Laurie Blackstone of Perham; a daughter, Karen Wark of Easton; 11 grandchildren, 11 great-grandchildren; two brothers, Dr. Donald R. Blackstone of Presque Isle and Lloyd D. Blackstone of Westbrook; a sister, Wilma Olsen of Jay; many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by a great-grandchild; and a brother, Bernard. Relatives and friends may call 7-9 p.m. Wednesday at Duncan-Graves Funeral Home, 30 Church St., Presque Isle. Funeral services will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday at Dunntown Advent Christian Church, Wade, with the Rev. Clayton Blackstone Jr. and the Rev. George McLaughlin officiating. A spring interment will be at Fairview Cemetery, Perham. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Dunntown Advent Christian Church, 20 North Wade Road, Wade, ME 04786. Online condolences may be expressed at www.duncan-graves.com.

Joanne (Webb) Perkins
Joanne (Webb) Perkins’ journey on Earth came to an end at the Wales Home, Richmond, Quebec, on Saturday forenoon, November 21, 2009.

Joanne was born on July 23, 1931 in Danville, the younger daughter of Elton and Laura Webb of Asbestos. Her sister Luvia, and youngest brother Charles, predeceased her in 1987 and 1968 respectively. Her brother Merton Webb, and wife Muriel (Oakley) survive, as does Margaret Healy, Charles’ widow.

Joanne received her education at the Asbestos High Schools, graduating in 1948, and worked at the Asbestos Branch of the CIBC until her marriage to Chester Perkins in 1951. Their first son arrived the following year. Less than two years later her husband contracted polio, leaving him a paraplegic and unable to support a family as a farmer. Joanne then worked at Canadian Johns-Manville Company in Asbestos for nearly six years. Three more children arrived over the next few years. As a teenager Joanne’s goal in life was to become a nurse, specializing in pediatrics, as she always loved babies. That dream did not materialize. Her profession and joy became as a wife, mother, and an especially successful homemaker.

Joanne was quite a reserved person, never seeking to be in the spotlight, but being more comfortable in the background, listening, and ready to help if a need arose. Loyalty to family and church always came first. She was a life-long member of the Danville Advent Christian Church where she sang in the choir until she became the organist when Mrs. Ardice McCoy was no longer able. She taught a Sunday school class and served as Treasurer of the Women’s Missionary Society for many years. She also took an active role in the Sherbrooke Christian Women’s Club, serving several years as book chairman and two terms as treasurer.  She also served as leader in a Stonecroft Bible study group in Danville. Joanne always determined to be well prepared for each of her duties even if it meant rising early to practice the organ or study for a class.

Joanne is survived by Chester, her husband of 58 years, her children Kenneth (Darlene), Ruth (Wayne), James (Shana) and Esther, and 12 grandchildren. Her memorial service was held in the Dupuis Funeral Parlour in Danville, with arrangements by Barry Evans. Her son, James, conducted the service. Her son-in-law Rev. Wayne Lucas delivered a short scripture-based message, challenging listeners to follow and serve the Lord as she herself had done all her life. Paul Saunders of Cambridge, Ont. played the organ and Melanie Saunders sang IN THE GARDEN. Carl Barnaby of Searsmont, Maine, husband of Joanne’s cousin Betty Fessenden who was the bridesmaid at her wedding, sang IT IS WELL WITH MY SOUL. A recording of Ruth and James singing NO MORE NIGHT… “no more night, no more pain, no more tears, never crying again…” was played. Interment took place in the Danville Protestant Cemetery.

Being a quiet, retiring type of person, Joanne may not be remembered as long by those who did not know her very well, but she will never be forgotten by her family who loved her very much, nor will she be forgotten by her Lord when He returns, as the Bible tells us in the Book of Acts, chapter 1 verses 10-11 “…suddenly two men dressed in white stood beside them. ‘Men of Galilee,’ they said, ‘Why do you stand here looking into the sky? This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven.’” NIV

Kori Sue Ellis
As the beautiful brilliant sun rises in the eastern sky its light brings to life a world covered in darkness. Her laughter was like the breaking of the dawn, a new day arising filled with joy, love and hope. Her influence among family, friends, co-workers and throughout the community spread like the sun’s warming rays. Kori Sue Ellis was full of light and life.

Kori had many gifts and talents. She used each one to bless those around her. In 2001, Kori founded Circle of Learning, a developmental preschool in Caribou, Maine. With a heart for the children of Aroostook County, she touched many lives through her sincere dedication. Kori held a Masters Degree in Special Education as well as being a Licensed Social Worker.

Kori was an active part of her church family. Her generosity was known by all. Her sweet voice was lifted up many Sunday mornings as part of the State Road Advent Christian Church worship team.

Great joy was found for Kori in her kitchen. She loved cooking for huge crowds of family, friends and co-workers. She was a wonderful cook, never letting anyone go hungry.

Blessed with so many talents, yet Kori shone brightest being a mother. Kori’s deep love and commitment to her three daughters, Mariah Sue (11), Skyler Hope (9) and Calie Grace (2), was evident in everything she did. Kori was prized and admired by her beloved husband Jaye. They married June 15, 1985.

Through life’s ebb and flow, Kori was often heard saying, “My God is bigger than that!” Kori personally knew the One Who holds every tomorrow and eternity in His hand. Her strong faith in Christ was her light in life.

Kori Sue Ellis of Mapleton, Maine fell asleep into her Lord and Savior’s care on November 24, 2009 at the age of 43 due to a tragic car accident northwest of Caribou in New Sweden, Maine.

Kori was born in Presque Isle, Maine on October 5, 1966. She is survived by her husband Jaye Ellis and their three daughters, Mariah Ellis, Skyler Ellis and Calie Ellis. As well as her mother and father, Kathari and Richard Findlen, sisters Lori Whittemore and husband Kevin Whittemore, Tori Kirby and brother John Allen and his friend Paige Gagnon. Nieces and nephews; Kelsey and Josh Presley, Ryan Cushman, Matthew, Aubrey and Caleb Whittemore, Jared and Olga Grant, Zachary Grant, Natasha and Kaylee Kirby, Chase Allen, Justin and Alec Gagnon, Mary and Sarah Ellis, Joshua and Katie Libby. A favorite uncle, Doug Goss. Mother and Father-In-law: Mac & Edna Ellis; Brother-in-law: Brad & Elizabeth Ellis; Sister-in-law: Kristi and Craig Libby. She was predeceased by her much loved Nana, Eleanor Goss.

Willma Griffin
Willma Griffin passed away on November 30 at the age of 96. Willma had been a member of the Aurora, Illinois, AC Church since 1926 and was especially active in Women's Fellowship. She was also a long-time employee of Aurora College. She is survived by her sister, Maxine Wiltshire, and her niece and husband, Patrick and Teresa McCusker.
A memorial service will be held in the Aurora AC Church on Tuesday, December 8, at 7:00 p.m.

Hazel M. Gardiner
Hazel M. Gardiner fell aslleep in her Lord on Oct. 30, 2009. She was 92 years young and a member of the West Chapman Advent Christian Church of Chapman, Maine, since 1939. Hazel was the mother of the churchs' current pastor, Pastor Nathan L. Gardiner.

Robert Clay “Bob” Allen
Robert Clay “Bob” Allen, 76, of Marengo, fell asleep in the Lord to await the resurrection when Christ shall come. MAYBE TODAY! Robert was born June 25, 1933 in Mount Vernon to Hubert and Cynthabelle (Poland) Allen Carswell, who preceded him in death. Bob retired after 35 years employment with Chattanooga Glass Company in Mount Vernon, while at the same time pastoring Advent Christian Churches in Ohio at Claibourne, Stantontown, Mt. Liberty, Seville and Sparta, retiring in 2002. He continued to serve as Senior Pastor or Pastor Emeritus of the Sparta church until his death. Bob was known as a visiting pastor, always sharing Christ with many people in hospitals and homes. He also served as President of the Ohio Advent Christian Conference for 9 years. With his wife, Mary, he conducted services at the Morrow Manor on Wednesday afternoons for many years.

While living on the Avon Holiness Campground (Florida) during the past several winters, he served as Chaplain of the Campground. He also served faithfully in various positions in the Orange Blossom Church of Christ in Christian Union in Avon Park. He was also active in The Pacer Ministries in the prison system there.

Bob is survived by his wife, Mary (Tippett) Lloyd Allen; daughter Sue (Jerry) Dollison of Marengo, son Jeffry (Julie) Allen of Columbus; sisters June Stevens of Fredericktown and Jerrie Larason of Columbus; sisters-in-law Martha Snyder of Mt. Liberty, Marge (Tom) Easter of Live Oak, Florida, and Clara (Richard) Young of Wabash, Indiana; brother-in-law Charles (Barbara) Tippett of Houston, Texas; 5 grandchildren; 5 step-grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; 4 step great grandchildren; nieces, nephews and a host of friends and former parishioners.

Besides his parents Bob was preceded in death by his beloved first wife Lauretta (Snyder) Allen in 1995, sister Betty and brother-in-law Tom Reasoner of Sebring, Florida and brothers-in-law Marshall Stevens and Bruce Snyder.

Friends may call on Tuesday from 1pm to 3pm and 6pm to 8pm at the Dowds-Snyder Funeral Home, 201 Newark Road, Mount Vernon, Ohio 43050. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday at 2 PM where friends may call one hour prior. Rev. Rob Musick will be officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Liberty Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions can be made to the Sparta Advent Christian Church, Building Fund, PO Box 34 Sparta, Ohio 43350 or to Hospice of Morrow County, 228 South Street, Mount Gilead, Ohio 43338.

To send an online condolence to the family, visit www.snyderfuneralhomes.com

Merna spent her childhood years in the home her father built on North Broadway, and became a life-long member of the Seattle Advent Christian Church. She graduated in 1926 from Aurora College in Illinois, where she met her sweetheart, Asa LeRoy Corson (Roy). Before their marriage August 26, 1930 she attended University of Washington and taught school in rural Washington State.

The couple moved to Los Angeles, California, then to Van Nuys and Pasadena. While they served as volunteers at a store-front church in South Los Angeles, Roy worked for United California Bank. Merna corresponded for most of her life with many friends, including her "Sunday School girls". During World War II she worked in a grocery store and a department store; she then taught in Merryland Nursery at Holliston United Methodist Church in Pasadena until her retirement.

Merna and Roy moved to the desert, where she served as program chairman for the Palm Desert Woman’s Club and they attended Coachella Valley Christian Church in Indio. After Roy’s retirement they returned to Seattle and established a home and garden on 37^th Avenue in Lake Forest Park. Merna created a library for the Seattle church where she and Roy had been married, and where they celebrated their 50^th anniversary in 1980. When Merna was widowed in 1981 she continued to grow her lovely garden, to bake cookies for Bible studies held in her home, and her membership in Lake Forest Park Garden Club.

In 2003 a family reunion in Portland, Oregon celebrated Merna’s 100^th birthday. In 2005 she moved to a retirement home in Alhambra, California, where she was active until she broke her hip in August, 2007. For the past 2 years she has shared her lovely smile and hugs with the nurses and other patients at Alderwood Manor.

Mrs. Corson is pre-deceased by her husband, also by a grandson and a great granddaughter. She is survived by her 3 children: Iverna Dell Corson Conklin (Ivy) and husband John of Monterey Park, California; Gale Chapman Corson and wife Jeanne of Santa Rosa, California; and Ralph Glen Corson and wife Azar of Washington D.C., also by 8 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandsons.

Memorial service for Merna Corson will be held at Evergreen-Washelli Cemetery in Seattle on October 24 at 2 pm.

Ivy Conklin, daughter

Okley Kinder
Okley Kinder, 87, of Iberia, Missouri, died Tuesday, August 4, 2009, at the Kansas City VA Medical Center.

Richard Lee Cole
Dayton, ME - Richard Lee Cole, 98, died peacefully at home  in Dayton on February 6, 2009.  His wife, Lois Muriel Crouse Cole, 95, died January 5, 2009. They would have been married for 75 years on June 30 of this year.

Richard was born July 22, 1910, in Dayton, Maine, at Cole Farm, the youngest of three children of Weymouth Harris Cole and Edeth Belle Waterhouse Cole. He graduated from Biddeford High School in 1928. He worked  for Park and Pollard Grain Company in Biddeford; for International Harvester Co. delivering and demonstrating new equipment to customers; and for the  Saco-Lowell Shops in the foundry. It was his 45-yr career as a milkman for Cole Farm Dairy, and his working in retirement for 14 plus years for Shaws Supermarket in Saco that he is most remembered.

He was a  long time  member of the Goodwin Mills Advent Christian Church. He taught Sunday School and played saxophone in the church orchestra and served in many other ways. He was often heard to say, "Wouldn't this be a great day for the Lord to come!"

He helped his son, Clark, make maple syrup for over 30 years. He derived great enjoyment from his gardens, which he shared liberally with family and friends. In 1961 he made his first long-distance flight, alone to Fairbanks, Alaska, to begin the road trip of his life. He & Wally drove back to Dayton - 5,200 miles - in a VW bug, taking two weeks for the trip. Both he & Lois flew to AK in 1975, and again in 1979, to enjoy being with their son & family.

He is survived by three sons: Clark Cole & wife, Georgianna, of Dayton; Wallace Cole & wife, Jerryne, of Denali, AK; and Alden Cole of Philadelphia, PA: four grandchildren & spouses: Mark & Jackie Cole, Laurie & Tom Hillman, Land & Laura Cole and Jenna & Simon Hamm: and six great-grandchildren: Joshua & Desneiges Cole, Jackson & Madison Hillman & Oliver Cole & Danika Hamm.

A memorial service is being planned for Sat., October 10,  at the Goodwins Mills Advent Christian Church (Mill) in Dayton, Maine. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Advent Christian Church of Goodwins Mills, Maine.

Lois Muriel Crouse Cole
died peacefully January 5, 2009, at her home in Dayton, Maine. She was born February 8, 1913 in Crouseville, Aroostook Co., Maine, the 10^th of 11 children of Jesse Wilmot Crouse and Mamie Clark Crouse. She graduated from Washburn High School in 1931, and received her teaching certificate from Presque Isle Normal School in 1933. In June of 1933 she met Richard Lee Cole of Dayton’s Cole Farm Dairy family at a church sponsored retreat at Lakeside Campmeeting in North Belgrade, Maine. After a year’s long distance courtship that consisted primarily of letters, with only three actual face to face encounters during the year, the couple were married at the Cole family home on June 30, 1934. They lived briefly in Amesbury, Massachusetts, immediately after their marriage, then moved to Dayton, Maine, where they have lived ever since. In June she and Richard would have celebrated their 75^th wedding anniversary.

Charles Edwin Sears
Charles Edwin Sears fell asleep in Christ. He was a member of the Bear Point AC Church, Bear Point, NS CANADA.