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Wednesday, November 8, 2023 Kennebec SentinelB4 LOCAL BY DENNIS HOEY Portland Press Herald The Maine Warden Ser- vice recovered the body of a missing 76-year-old man late Monday night in Rangeley Lake, about a quarter-mile from his home. Mark Latti, spokesman for the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife, said game war- den Chad Robertson and his trained dog, Storm, lo- cated Ernest Van Soeren of Rangeley Plantation in about a foot water along the shoreline of Rangeley Lake. Van Soeren lived at 237 West Shore Road. Van Soeren was last seen at 9:45 a.m. Monday.

A search involving the Warden Service, Frank- lin County Sheriff Of- fice and the U.S. Border Patrol led to the discov- ery of his body around 9 p.m. Latti said wardens do not know how Van Soeren ended up in the water. His body was taken to a local funeral home, where a cause of death will be de- termined by a state med- ical examiner. His death is not considered suspi- cious.

Dennis Hoey 207-791-6365 Wardens find missing Rangeley Plantation body Maine Warden Service photo Ernest Van Soeren, 76, of Rangeley Plantation went miss- ing from his home Monday Michael L. Poirier 1950 2023 WATERVILLE Michael L. Poirier, 73, passed away on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, af- ter a short illness. He was born in Waterville, on Sept.

19, 1950. His parents were Lionel J. Poirier and Ruth (Carey) Poirier. He graduated from Waterville High School in 1986. He attended the University of Maine in Orono, the Uni- de Pau in Nouvelle Aquitaine, France, as well as the of Sorbonne in Paris.

Michael, known as to his close friends and family members, earned the prestigious Eagle Scout award before he was even old enough to receive it. He went on to earn the awards of Boy Scouts of America. His last employment, before retiring, was at the Waterville Public Library, where he could be surround- ed by books on the inside and apply his landscaping skills beautifying the out- side. Mickey was fluent in French and embraced his Franco-American heritage. He was a devout Catholic who not only attended mass, but also services at the Blessed Sac- rament.

Mickey will be remembered for his musical and dramatic talents, his love of hor- ticulture, and his dry sense of humor. He shall be sadly by his close friends and family. Michael was predeceased by his parents, his beloved younger sister Mary and his second mother Anna (Carey) Vigue. He is survived by sister Pam (Ed) Luwish, Janis (Gary) Ackendorf, niece Gretchen (Steven) Hender- son, and great nephews, Wesley, Preston, and Des- mond Henderson. A private service is planned for the coming spring.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville. An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at www. gallantfh.com. POIRIER, MICHAEL L. 73, of Waterville, Oct.

22, 2023. Arrange- ments, Gallant Funeral Home, Waterville. DAVIDSON NORMAN W. 91, of Augusta, Nov. 5, 2023.

Service, Nov. 8, 2 p.m., Whitefield Ceme- tery. Arrangements, Staples Funer- al Home, Gardiner. LAMBERT, ROLAND ROGER 84, of Oveido, Nov. 2, in Orlando, Fla.

Roland Roger Lambert 1938 2023 OVEIDO, Fla. Roland Roger Lambert, 84, of Ovei- do, died peacefully on Nov. 2, 2023, at Vitas Hospice in Orlando, af- ter a long illness. Roland was born Nov. 12, 1938, in Augusta, the son of Emilio and Eg- lantine (Rodrigue) Lambert.

Prior to his re- tirement, he had been employed in the welding and metal work- ing industries for many years, using the skills he acquired during his service with the U.S. Navy. He was an avid sportsman in his earlier years, and rightfully took great pride in his skills as a woodturner. Roland was predeceased by two wives, Roberta Tom- linson in 2014, and Gloria Merrill in 2011. He was also predeceased by a grand- daughter, Sara Corbett in 2014; three brothers, Roger in 1992, Robert in 2015, Don- ald in 2015; and his sister, Juliet Cody, in 2017.

Surviving are four daughters, Pepper McBain, Samantha Tuttle, Rolanda Davis, and Robin De- Baise, all of Bris- tol, a son, Brian Lambert, of Afton, a stepson, Kevin Winters, of Winter Park, two brothers, Clem Lambert and Gerry Lambert, both of Augusta; 14 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews; and cousins. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Spay Save 988 North Ronald Reagan Boulevard Longwood, FL 32750 COSTON, DONALD V. 87, of Litch- field, Nov. 4, 2023, in Augusta. Visit, 2-4 p.m., Nov.

11, Shorey-Nichols Funeral Home, Pittsfield. Lawrence A. Tilton 1935 2023 WINSLOW Lawrence A. Tilton, 88, beloved father of Larry and Greg, passed away Oct. 17, 2023, after a short illness.

Lawrence was born in Skow- hegan to Myron and Fern Tilton on Feb. 21, 1935. Lawrence is best known for owning Dairy Bar and Log Cabin Restaurant. Lawrence was most proud of his mu- sical abilities. He made sure they had what they needed to succeed as musicians.

Lawrence enjoyed being part of Skowhegan Music Boosters when Larry and Greg were in school. Then in later years, he spent time going to clubs to dance and listen to Larry play in bands. He was predeceased by son Gregory Tilton; mother to his children Wilma Tilton; father Myron Tilton, mother and stepfather Fern and Car- roll Beal. Lawrence is survived by son Larry Tilton, daughter- in-law Suzanne Tilton; grand- daughter Alyssa Tilton, Anne-Ma- rie Dubois and Stephanie Thompson whom he loved dearly and were like a daughter and a a to him; special friend Rose Marie Haggerty who shared many adventures with Dad these last several years. The family would like to thank the staff at Northern Light Inland hospital and Lakewood Continuing Care for the special care they gave to my dad.

will never be enough. My dearest brother in heaven, I have spent the last 43 Christmases with dad, this year and forever it is your turn. TILTON, LAWRENCE A. 88, of Win- slow, Oct. 17.

GLOVER, DONNA L. 82, of Saco, Oct. 27. Arrangements, Burpee, Carpenter and Hutchins Funeral Home, Rockland. Donna L.

Glover 1941 2023 SACO Donna L. Glover, 82, passed away peacefully Friday, Oct. 27, 2023 follow- ing an extended decline due to Lewy Body de- mentia. She and her twin brother, Darold, were born Aug. 5, 1941 in Livermore Falls, to parents Louis and Kath- leen (Donald) Pou- lin.

Donna moved at a young age with her family to Rockland where she graduated in 1959 from Rockland High School. She went on to graduate from Husson College in 1961 and worked at Knox County Hospital in medical records. She married her high school sweetheart, Sam, in 1962. They lived and worked in various places including Boston, New Haven, and New York City, N.Y., before moving back to Maine. There, Donna was a stay-at-home mom to her three daughters, Mary- Kaye, Alison and Jennifer.

The family moved to an old farmhouse in Windsor in 1970 where Donna put her talents to work with paint- ing, sewing, and decorating. Donna subsequently turned these talents into a fulltime occupation, designing and fabricating custom window treatments for many clients and decorators in the cen- tral and coastal Maine area. She continued this business for nearly 40 years, retiring in 2013 when they moved to Saco, to spend more time at the beach and visiting kids and grandchildren. Family was the greatest joy in her life. She spent much time attending her basketball and field hockey games, as well as cold days on the ski slopes where she was always ready for an ski glass of wine.

Donna was a talented artist who enjoyed taking oil painting classes during her retirement. She traveled extensively including trips to New Orleans, to visit her brother, many trips to Florida and the Caribbean for warmer temps, overseas trips to Hong Kong, Singapore, Tokyo and Lon- don to visit her daughter Alison, trips to Italy and France with her daughter Jennifer and a river boat cruise with her high school girl- friends. Donna loved attending the theater, tending to her flower and vegetable gar- dens, as well as cooking and entertaining friends and family at her home. Donna was predeceased by her parents Louis and Kathleen Poulin, par- ents Howe and Mary Glover; her brother, Darold Poulin; niece, Kathryn LeBlanc; as well as several aunts, un- cles; and cousins. She is survived by her husband, Samuel Glover; daughters Mary-Kaye Brockmyre and husband Kip, Alison Kiely and hus- band Bob, Jennifer Burke and husband Rich; she adored all her grandkids, Claire, Aidan, Quinn and Lily Brockmyre, Conor and Patrick Kiely and Cameron and Ava Burke.

She is also survived by a sister-in-law, Brenda Poulin. The family would like to thank the staff at The Land- ing at Saco Bay and Hospice Care of Southern Maine for their compassionate care over the final two years of her life. The family will hon- or life privately. To share a memory or con- dolence with fam- ily, please visit their Book of Memories at www.bchfh. com Arrangements are in the care of Burpee, Carpen- ter and Hutchins Funeral Home, Rockland.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Association of Maine 383 U.S. Route 1, Suite 2C, Scarborough, ME 04074; or a charity of your choice PHILBRICK, CARI M. 49, of Syd- ney, in Augusta, Nov. 4. Private ser- vice at a later date.

Cari M. Philbrick 1974 2023 SIDNEY Cari M. Philbrick, 49, died Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023 at the Alfond Center for Health in Augusta follow- ing a long illness. She was born in Augusta on June 25, 1974, a daugh- ter of John A.

and Rebecca M. (Pe- lotte) Philbrick. Ms. Philbrick was a graduate of Messalonskee High School, Thomas College in Water- ville and Northwood Uni- versity in West Palm Beach, Fla. She had been employed by the State of Maine, Depart- ment of Health and Human Services for several years.

Cari loved horses, camp- ing, the Miami Dolphins and quilting. She was a Cub Scout leader, belonged to 4-H and the Silver Spur Riding Club. Ms. Philbrick was pre- deceased by her maternal grandparents, Leonard and Geraldine Pelotte and her paternal grandparents, Clar- ence and Joan Philbrick. She is survived by her children, Garrett and Ryder Bernier of Sidney; her par- ents, John A.

and Rebecca M. (Pelotte) Philbrick of Sidney; her sister, Lisa Philbrick and her significant other Travis Willette of Sidney, her brother, Matthew Philbrick and his significant other Megan Cross of Sidney; nephews, John and Joey Philbrick, nieces, Kristen Thomp- son, Morgan Arbour and Mia Philbrick; many aunts, uncles and cousins; and her best friend, Laurie Stanhope. A private graveside ser- vice will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the care of Plummer Fu- neral Home, 16 Pleasant Augusta. Condolences, stories and photos may be shared through the funeral home website at: www.

plummerfh.com. The family requests that donations in memory be made to: Silver Spur Riding Club KV Federal Credit Union 316 West River Rd. Augusta, ME 04330 POULIN, LAURIE ANN PELLETIER of Waterville, Oct. 12. Celebration, Nov.

19, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m., Winslow VFW, 175 Veteran Drive, Winslow. Laurie Ann Pelletier Poulin Service Announcement WATERVILLE Laurie Ann Pelletier Poulin passed away on Oct. 12, 2023. A Cele- bration of Life will be held Nov.

19, 2023, 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Winslow VFW, 175 Veteran Drive, Win- slow. Arrangements are un- der the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville. A full obituary can be found at www.gallantfh.com.

PAMPHREY, LARRY KEMPTON 82, of Fairfield, in Scarborough, Nov. 2. Arrangements by Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, Fairfield. Larry Kempton Pamphrey 1941 2023 FAIRFIELD Larry Kemp- ton Pamphrey, 82, passed away at the Maine Veterans Homes in Scarborough on Nov. 2, 2023 with his daugh- ter, Libbi, at his side.

Larry was born on Feb. 2, 1941, in Norridgewock Maine son to Lena (Stick- ney) and Elmer Pamphrey. He attended Lawrence High School and then went on to the Army where he attended electronics school and then jump school at Ft. Bragg NC and became a member of the 82nd Airborne. Afterward he attended Wentworth In- stitute in Boston and then UMO studying electrical en- gineering.

His first job in the electronics industry was at the National Semiconductor in South Portland in 1966. Larry continued to pursue the electronics industry un- til 1986. In 1986 Larry was inspired to create sports fields at LHS that reflected the same level of pride that the athletes had in their school. He took courses in turf manage- ment and turned the sports complex into a show piece. He loved that this brought him closer to the kids, par- ents and the camaraderie of school sports.

You could always find Larry making rounds to the fields moving sprinklers, walking the turf or mowing the grass! Larry had deep love and pride for his kids, family and friendships. He enjoyed being outside camping, fishing, gardening and ex- ploring new places with his friends and family. Lasting memories were made at the family camp in Unity, Brassua Lake, in California with his girls and with his lifelong friends. He was predeceased by his parents, Lena and Elmer Pamphrey; his sister, Pame- la Dyer; and his son, Randy Pamphrey. He is survived by his daughters Libbi Pamphrey of South Portland, Heather Wilson and her husband Dan of Fairfield and by Kenneth Pamphrey and his spouse Michael of Fairfield; along with his grandson, Derek Pamphrey of Waterville.

He is also survived by his sister, Joyce Decker and his sister Pam children. Heartfelt gratitude to the nursing staff at Maine Homes and Oak Grove Center. Larry found care, friendships, and love at both places during and after the pandemic. Arrangements are in the care of Lawry Brothers Fu- neral Home, 107 Main Fairfield where memories may be shared, and an on- line register book signed by visiting www.lawrybroth- ers.com. DIBLASI-FARRAR, JUDITH ANN 79, of Norridgewock, Oct.

26. Graveside services, Mount Feake Cemetery, 10 a.m., Nov. 18. Cele- bration following at the Waltham Mass American Legion. THOMAS, JEROME FRAN- CIS 75, of Gardiner, Nov.

3. Visita- tion, Nov. 9, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Plum- mer Funeral Home, Augusta. Mass of Christian Burial, Nov.

10, 9 a.m., St. Augustine Church, Augusta. Jerome Francis Thomas 1948 2023 GARDINER Jerome Francis Thomas, 75, passed away on Nov. 3, 2023, at his home. He was born on Jan.

13, 1948, a son of Richard and Ruth (Corbett) Thomas. Jerry grew up in Augusta and attended local schools, gradu- ating from Cony High School in the class of 1968. Following school, he spent 13 years serving in the medical unit of the Army Reserve out of Auburn. He spent many years working as a mental health worker at AMHI and also worked at Togus VA Medical Center as a mental health worker and supply tech. Lastly, Jerry worked at Hannaford Supermarket for 27 years a a service clerk.

At 39 years old, Jerry suf- fered a brain hemmorhage, but that stop him. Despite numerous medical challenges, he was always giving you that smile of his. He loved talking with people and walking around shop- ping malls and stopping for coffee or lunch. He married the love of his life, Susane Chabot Thomas, on Oct. 8, 1977 at St.

Augus- tine Church. Jerry was a devout communicant of St. Parish, attending St. Augustine, St. and St.

at different time in his life. Jerry was a 3rd degree Knight with Council in Gardiner, and a 4th degree Knight with Assembly in Gardiner. In addition, he served as a Eucaristic Minister from 1985 until 2015 and was also a Cursillista. Jerry loved candlepin bowling at the 1-7-10. Despite his physical limitations, he always laughed and had a good time.

He had a love for classic cars and without hesitation could identify the make and year; when asked how he knew the year, he would spit right out what had been changed! He loved gatherings with family and friends. Jerry will be remembered for his love for the simple things in life, his smile, and his gentle soul. He was predeceased by his parents; and brothers-in- laws, Andre Denis Chabot and Ronald Chabot. Jerry is survived by his wife of 46 years, Susane Thomas; his sister, Agnes Milligan and her husband, Jim, brothers-in-law, Gae- ton Chabot and Reginald Chabot, and sister-in-law, Roxanne Zibura; and sev- eral nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews. A period of visitation will be held on Thursday, Nov.

9 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant Augusta, ME 04330 where the Knights of Columbus will recite the Ro- sary beginning at 6:30 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, Nov. 10 at 9 a.m.

at St. Augustine Church, 75 Northern Augusta, ME 04330. Condolences, stories, and photos may be shared by vis- iting www.plummerfh.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in name may be made to: St. School 56 Sewall St.

Augusta, ME 04330 SERVICES CLASSIFIED Novem 8, 2023 Central Mai OBITUARIES.