Obituaries

Mar 22, 2026

Marilyn F. LaPointe, 96 of Pine Ave in Eliot, Maine, or as she was affectionately known as "Gram," died peacefully at home in her sleep on Sunday, March 22, 2026. She was surrounded by family and loved ones.

She was born on January 16, 1930, in Eliot, Maine, to her parents Eliot and Hazel Fernald of Park...

Mar 21, 2026

Elaine Plaisted, 83, passed peacefully on Saturday, March 21, 2026, in Rye, New Hampshire.

Born on March 1, 1943, in Beverly, Massachusetts, Elaine was the daughter of the late Robert W. Barter and Edna Arlene (Witham) Barter. As a "Navy brat" during World War II, Elaine's early years were spent traveling to various states before her family...

Mar 18, 2026

William (Bill) Alexis Pomerleau III, 68, of South Berwick passed away on March 18, 2026.

Bill is survived by daughters, Crystal and Molly; grandchildren, Jack and Lily; brothers, Robert and Brian; and partner, Jamie.

Bill dedicated 30+ years as a civil servant at Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, starting as a marine mechanic and retiring as Nuclear...

Mar 12, 2026

Dennis Lee Barnes, passed away at home in York, ME, Thursday, March 12th, 2026. Born October 8th, 1943, in Portsmouth, NH, to Aubrey (Gilchrest) Barnes Downs and Dwight Frank Barnes. He was raised by his mother and stepfather John W. Downs.

Dennis is predeceased by his wife Patricia "Pat" (Morse) Barnes. They celebrated their 60th anniversary before...

Mar 11, 2026

Pearl Plaisted, 96, passed away peacefully into the arms of her gracious God while surrounded by her loving family on the evening of March 11, 2026.

Pearl was born to John and Lea (Rouleau) Bernier in Berwick on October 25, 1929.  She spent nearly her entire life in the community of Berwick. She played basketball for Berwick...

Mar 9, 2026

Mary E. Delcourt (Templeton), 84, of Wildwood Lane, Kittery, Maine, went home to be with her Lord on Monday, March 9th, 2026, with her loving family by her side.

Mary was born on October 6th, 1941, in Boston, Massachusetts. She was the youngest child of the late Walter and Marjorie Templeton. As a young girl, the Templeton...

Mar 7, 2026

Just as he would've wanted, Gilbert passed away peacefully, in his home, while holding the hand of his beloved wife Susan.

Born in New London, NH, Gil was the son of Frank L. Maxfield and Virginia L. (Davis) Maxfield. He grew up in Canterbury, NH with his sister Winnie (Maxfield) Harwood and his brother Bob Maxfield. After...

Mar 5, 2026

Lori Rita Clark, 69, of Kittery, Maine, passed away on March 5, 2026, at Portsmouth Regional after a long and courageous battle with rheumatoid arthritis and dementia. Born on December 20, 1956, Lori was born in Portsmouth and was a graduate of Portsmouth High School and later made her home in Kittery, ME.

In June of 1975,...

Mar 5, 2026

David E. Morrison, 82, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, teacher, and mainstay of the Kittery community, passed away peacefully on March 5, 2026, surrounded by family and close friends.

Born in Millinocket, Maine on August 27, 1943, David was the son of Donald and Ann Morrison. On August 29, 1965, David married Betty Ann Levesque Morrison at...

Mar 4, 2026

Betty Adams, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on March 4, 2026. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Born in Eliot, Maine, Betty spent her life sharing warmth, kindness, and joy with those around her.

Betty was a talented cook who loved entertaining and gathering people around the...

Mar 3, 2026

Jason Currie, 53, of Stratham, New Hampshire, passed away unexpectedly on March 3rd, 2026. Jason was born on March 13, 1972, in Portsmouth, New Hampshire.

Jason had a presence that could light up any room he walked into. He was known for his contagious laugh, quick wit, and incredible sense of humor that could bring smiles to...

Feb 27, 2026

Our hearts are heavy as we announce the passing of our husband, father, and grandfather Oscar M. Wilkins Jr. He left his earth on Friday February 27, 2026, at 75 years old. Born at home in Rowley, Massachusetts to Oscar and Harriet Wilkins on October 30, 1950. He was the youngest and only son of four children. He was...

Feb 24, 2026

Joanne L. (Barthelemy) Wiggin passed peacefully at her home in Eliot, Maine, on February 24, 2026, following a long and courageous battle with Cancer.

Joanne was born on June 30, 1957, in Rochester, New Hampshire, the second of nine children born to the late Nancy (Hanson) and Lester Barthelemy Jr. Her family settled in Eliot, Maine, when...

Feb 21, 2026

Richard Wallace Harris, died peacefully in his home at age 81. Richard was born October 21, 1944, to Wallace and Margaret (Elliott) Harris. He grew up in New Hyde Park, New York. Later, Richard went to college at Syracuse University where he met his wife Carroll Ann (Arce) and made many lifelong friends. Richard and Carroll would go on...

Feb 16, 2026

Jacqueline Anderson died peacefully at her home on February 16, 2026, at the age of 94. Her two daughters and son-in-law were by her side.

Jackie was born in Brunswick, Maine, on September 5, 1931, the second of four daughters, to Andre Bouchard and Claudia (McDuff) Bouchard. She and her extended family lived on Mill Street, now...

Feb 13, 2026

Robert "Bob" A. Dumont – 78 of Somersworth NH. Was called to the Lord on February 13, 2026. He was born in Woonsocket,RI., To his parents Michael J. and Rose (DeBonus) Dumont on January 27, 1948.

Bob was predeceased by his parents along with his two brothers Michael William Dumont of Woonsocket, RI. and Donald Thomas Dumont...

Feb 11, 2026

It is with great sadness that we must share that Noah Jacob Woodworth chose to end his life on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Noah was born on August 21, 2003, in York, Maine. He was the son of Daniel and Amy (Dillow) Woodworth and a younger brother to Collin Woodworth. Noah graduated from Marshwood High School in 2021 and...

Feb 10, 2026

The youngest of nine children born to James and Frances (Goodrich) Sawyer.  Tom was born and raised in Portsmouth, NH. Graduating from Portsmouth High School in 1968.  He worked for 46 years at Portsmouth Hannaford.  He started at the store when it was Pic N Pay, owned by the The Amergian family, and stayed through many changes and owners,...

Feb 10, 2026

Berwick – Mavis C. Normand, 90, passed away Tuesday, February 10, 2026.

Born March 12, 1935, in Exeter, NH, she was the daughter of the late George and Sarah (Toland) Felker.

Mavis married the love of her life, the late Ernest J. Normand on August 25, 1956. They had one child Gary E. Normand.  She...

Feb 8, 2026

Merle V. Molasky, 95, a long-time resident of Eliot, died Sunday, Feb. 8, 2026, at Watson Assisted Living in Dover, NH.

Merle was born in Portland, Maine, the son of Arthur and Myrtle (Hanscom) Molasky. He lost his mother at age 2 and was raised by his father and stepmother, Ruth (Crawford) Molasky. He attended schools in...