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Wednesday, July 6, 2005 OBITUARIES Kennebec Journal. HERMAN ADRIAN AND ROBERTA 1933-2005 and SKOWHEGAN Herman Adrian Carlstrom, 71, and his beloved wife, Roberta Ann Carlstrom, 65, of Jay, died together in a car accident on July 2, 2005, on their way to their vacation home in Aroostook County. Herman, the son of Herman and Edythe (Anderson) Carlstrom, was born Nov. 11, 1933, in Stockholm. After graduating from Caribou High School in 1951 he served two years of active duty in the Army.

He continued his education at Aroostook State Teacher's College (UMPI) and the University of, Maine at Orono, receiving bachelor's and master's degrees in education. Herman had a long career as a teacher and counselor in various Maine towns before finishing his career as guidance counselor for Jay Middle School. Roberta Cushman, daughter of Robert and Pearl (Hinkley) Cushman, was born Nov. 8, 1939, in East Corinth. The 1958 valedictorian of East Corinth Academy, Roberta continued her education at the Aroostook State Teacher's College (UMPI), receiving a bachelor's degree in education.

Roberta touched the lives of countless students for 30 years in the Jay school system. Herman and Roberta, college sweethearts, were married on June 12, 1965, a at Redeemer Lutheran Church of Bangor. To celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary last month, they returned to the church where they had the distinction of being the first couple married. Since starting their own family soon thereafter, they were loving and devoted parents to their three children, who will miss them greatly. Herman had a lifelong love of photography, capturing more than 100 weddings for couples all over the state.

An avid collector of music and memorabilia, Herman enjoyed gardening and donated countless hours to the Jay and Stockholm historical societies. Roberta expressed her creativity by writing thoughtful poems and scrapbooking. She was an advanced Scrabble player, and her kindness to others was CARLSTROM ANN CARLSTROM 1939-2005 evident in her reading to preschoolers as well as volunteering for a literacy program. Together, Herman and Roberta shared their passion for music by playing piano for the elderly at Sandy River Nursing Care Center, Farmington, every Tuesday. They also enjoyed many road trips around the United States, as well as visiting and hosting many garage sales.

The close friendships they maintained with neighbors and former classmates were among the great joys of their lives. Herman and Roberta are survived by their children, Christina of Portland and Sonja and Eric, both of Boston; Herman's sister and best friend, Cathy Cleaves of Liberty; Herman's brother, Marshall Carlstrom and his wife, Stella of Presque Isle; Herman's brother-in-law, Ronald Lennon of Dixmont; and Roberta's brother Robert of Pennsylvania. They were predeceased by their parents; Herman's sisters Anne Lennon and Helen Carlstrom; and Roberta's brother Frederick Cushman. The couple remained deeply in love throughout their 40 years of marriage, and their close relationship was an inspiration to their children and all who knew them. Family and friends are invited to call from 6 to 8 p.m.

Thursday at the Wiles Remembrance Center, 308 Frankiin Road (Route 133), Jay. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Friday at the Jay High School cafeteria, Main Street, Jay. graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Sunday at Village Cemetery, Stockholm.

Following services, a reception will be held at Trinity Lutheran Church, corner of Main and Donworth streets. Those who desire may consider giving gifts to the Carlstrom Family Scholarship and Literacy Trust, Otis Federal Credit Union, P.O. Box 27, Jay 04239. For more information about the fund, please access it at Online condolences may be sent to JOSEPH MCGRATH 2005 WINTHROP Joseph "Moe" McGrath, 79, of Winthrop and formerly of Hinsdale, N.H., and Troy, N.Y., went to be with the Lord on July 2, 2005, at the Maine Veterans' Home after a long illness. Born in Troy, he was the oldest son of the late James I.

and Mary E. O'Connor McGrath Sr. and husband of Virginia Agars McGrath. Joe was educated in the Troy public and parochial schools, and enlisted in the Navy in 1943 at the age of 17, stating, "I didn't want to miss the war." He received his naval training at Chicago Pier and Detroit, then joined the LCI-979 in Orange, Texas, as a petty officer second class. Serving in the Asian-Pacific Theater, he participated in major battles and troop landings in the Philippines, including Leyte, where his ship came under intense fire.

Of the 25 crew members, 17 were wounded and three were killed. He was awarded many campaign medals and three battle stars. Following his military he was employed at APW Paper Mills in Albany, N.Y., Union, N.J., and Brattleboro, as plant superintendent. In 1971 he accepted the position of plant manager at Statler Tissue CEMETERY MEMORIALS S. MASCIADRI SONS Monuments Slants Markers Cleaning Cemetery Lettering Established 1918 Tony Linda Masciadri, Owners 236 Water Street Hallowell 623-9159 1-800-400-5785 CHRISTIE J.

1978-2005 AUGUSTA Christie J. Jacobson, 26, died unexpectedly in Augusta on Saturday, July 2, 2005. She was born in Akron, Ohio, on Dec. 19, 1978, the daughter of James L. and Dayle B.

(Jackson) Jacobson. Christie attended Lincoln High School in Tallahassee, Fla. She was formerly the manager of the Movie Gallery in Winthrop and was currently a junior at Thomas College in Waterville. Christie was a very active young lady who was often involved in several projects at any given time. She enjoyed playing tennis, horseback riding, dancing, swimming at the beach, and taking nature walks.

She also liked working with and arranging flowers, playing pool, darts, and going on rides at the fairgrounds. JACOBSON Christie was predeceased by her paternal grandparents; her maternal grandfather, John J. Jackson; and her aunt, Deborah Jackson. She is survived by her parents, Dayle B. Jackson of Winslow and James L.

Jacobson of Augusta; her maternal grandmother, Barbara Jackson of Augusta; and two sisters, Julie J. Jacobson of Augusta and Jennifer J. Jacobson and her fiance, Jason, of Lewiston. Relatives. and friends are invited to visit from 10 to 11 a.m.

Saturday, July 9, at Knowlton Hewins Funeral Home, 1 Church Augusta, where a celebration of her life will follow at 11 a.m. For those who wish, contributions in Christie's memory may be made to the Salvation Army, 11 North Pearl Augusta 04330. A very caring and compassionate person, Christie was al- ways encouraging others and lending a helping hand to anyone in need. She will always be remembered for her wonderful sense of humor and kind heart and will be dearly missed. http://www.khrfuneralhomes.com KNOWLTON HEWINS ROBERTS FUNERAL HOMES CREMATION SERVICE INA MARY HEIKKINEN DUNN 1909-2005 WINDSOR Ina Mary Heikkinen Dunn, 95, of Windsor, formerly of Norway, died Sunday evening, July 3, 2005, at MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta, after a brief illness.

She was born Oct. 3, 1909, in Finland, a daughter of the late Henry and Elsa Mary (Waisinen) Heikkinen. Ina came to America at the age of 6 through Ellis Island and on to West Paris on Dec. 31, 1915. On May 1, 1933, she married George W.

Dunn. Most of her life was spent in the Norway-Paris area, and she was well known in North Norway for her beautiful flower gardens and her Sunday morning "coffees" for friends and neighbors. Prior to her failing eyesight, she enjoyed auctions, reading, crossword puzzles and jigsaw puzzles. After, it was dancing, her friends and cooking. Ina is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth Peaslee and her husband, Clarence "Hank," of Windsor; a son, Robert Dunn and his wife, Bong, of Anchorage, Alaska; 15 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; a daughter-in-law, Esther Estes; and several special nieces, Judy Sandstrom, Carla SandstromCook and Tina Lingham.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, who died in 1976; and two sons, Fred W. and George P. A service to celebrate Ina's life will be conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday, July 9, at Norway Baptist Church, 12 Cottage Norway. The Rev.

Norman Jackson, Ina's longtime neighbor, will officiate. Interment will occur in Shed Road Cemetery in Norway. Arrangements are under the direction of Coast of Maine Cremation and Funeral Service, Waldoboro. Should friends so desire, donations may be made in Ina's memory to the Finnish American Heritage Society, P.O. Box 294, West Paris 04289.

THE REV. DR. JOHN H. ALEXANDER 1919-2005 SUN CITY, Ariz. The Rev.

Dr. John H. Alexander died on March 7, 2005, in Sun City. A graduate of Bowdoin College and Bangor Theological Seminary, he was a lifelong Congregational minister, serving in many local churches, as well as the National Association of Continuing Congregational Churches, which he helped form. His first church was Winthrop Congregational Church in Winthrop, Maine, where he served from 1943 to 1949.

Born in Boston on Oct. 19, 1919, he is being buried in his native New England soil next to his beloved first wife of more than 50 years, Donna (Estabrook) Alexander, a native of Maine. He is survived by his second Alexander, the Rev. Dr. John of Sun City, died March 7 in Sun City.

Carlstrom, Herman A. and Roberta 71 and 65, respectively, of Jay died July 2 in Skowhegan. Corbin, Vernon 54, of West Gardiner died July 3 in Norway. Dunn, Ina Mary Heikkinen, 95, of Windsor died July 3 in Augusta. Jacobson, Christie 26, died July 2 in Augusta.

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"Bob" Tisdale 57, died Saturday, July 2, 2005, at Maine Medical Center, Portland, Maine. He was born in Waterville, Maine, on Dec. 30, 1947, the son of Robert and Gwendolyn (Prime) Tisdale. Bob lived most of his life in Hallowell, Maine, and graduated from HallDale High School. He later graduated from the University of Maine at Orono and received a degree in banking from Rutgers University.

He served as vice president of KeyBank in Waterville and later became president of Dirigo Housing Associates. Bob was a member of the Waterville Elks Club and was a past member and president of the Waterville Lions Club. He attended St. Matthew's Episcopal Church in Hallowell. TISDALE JR.

He is survived by his wife of 25 years, Debra Tisdale of Sarasota; his children, Maureen Tisdale of Detroit, Bill Tis-. dale of Chicago, Rob Tisdale, of Augusta, Maine, Tiffany Tisdale of Orlando, and Brice, Baron and Mavourneen Tisdale, all of Sarasota; a sister, Mavourneen Tornesello, of Massachusetts; and several nieces, nephews, cousins and aunts. A memorial service, will be held at 11 a.m., Thursday at St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, Hallowell, with. the Rev.

Dick Bamforth, officiating. Burial will follow in Hallowell Cemetery, Hallowell. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, 163 Lancaster Portland 04101. Arrangements are in the care' of Knowlton and Hewins Funer- Bob was a dedicated husband al Home, 1 Church and father who enjoyed his family and was actively involved com with his children's school activities. He also enjoyed watching sports, and in his younger years played baseball.

For the past 20 years, he and his wife have KNOWLTON HEWINS ROBERTS FUNERAL HOMES resided in Florida. CREMATION SERVICE VERNON R. CORBIN 1950-2005 WEST GARDINER Vernon R. Corbin, 54, of HallowellLitchfield Road, beloved husband, father and Pappy, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, July 3, 2005, at Stevens Memorial Hospital in Norway. Vern was born Aug.

6, 1950, in Bingham, the son of Gerald and Arlene Brochu Corbin. Vern attended Bingham and Waterville schools and received his General Educational Development diploma in 1968. He met his soulmate, Pamela, in the spring of that year and they married Nov. 16, 1968. Vern joined the Navy in September 1968 and proudly served his country for years.

Vern often said that had circumstances been different, he would have made a career of the military. He loved every minute he spent in the Navy and often talked of his experiences. He was one of the few people who had the opportunity of flying off an aircraft carrier. While Vern was in the Navy, he spent much of his time in the "para" loft. This is where he learned to sew, an art that was responsible for creating Corbin Canvas.

Vern and Pamela started their little backyard business in 1978, and up until just the other day it was still producing some of the best boat canvas around. Many of Vern's customers will miss his craftsmanship. Vern leaves behind his wife and best friend, Pamela; his two sons, Corey and his partner, Steve, and Chris and his wife, Angela; and his beloved "Little People," Cam, Carley and Ava. He also leaves behind his mother-in-law; his brother-in-law; sister; two brothers; many aunts, uncles and cousins; and Mitty, his special yellow cat. Not too many people knew this, but Vern had a special place in his heart for many friends and neighbors.

Vern: was not a man of many, words, but what he said was from his heart. When he said "good luck," it was sincere, es-. pecially to Johnny. My darling Vern, I know you were a pri-: vate person, and I hope you won't be upset with me for ing this. But I want the world to.

know you were my soulmate. You were the love of my life and I will never be the same without you. Rest, my sweet, until we meet again, Wifey. Vern was predeceased by his mother, his father and, just recently, his special yellow lab, Molly. Visiting hours will be 6-8 p.m., Wednesday at Staples Funeral Home, 53 Brunswick Gardiner.

A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated 9:30 a.m, Thursday at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Hallowell. Burial with military honors will follow in the new Maine Veterans' Memorial Cemetery, Mount Vernon Road, Augusta. There will be a reception at the parish hall following the services. All are invited. Co.

in Augusta. Joe was a volunteer firefighter, having held the position of second assistant chief; was an avid golfer; was a board member of the Augusta County Club; and enjoyed wintering in Florida, where he played golf and made new friends. As his Parkinson's disease progressed, he had to give up his pleasures, but he never let it get him down. Survivors include the love of his life, Virginia Agars, whom he married Oct. 16, 1949; three sons, Joseph (Melody) McGrath of Winthrop, Kevin (Jane) McGrath of North Reading, and Michael (Cherie) McGrath of Hinsdale, N.H.; a daughter, Lisa (Payson) Adams of Windham; eight brothers and sisters; and eight grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 10:15 a.m. Thursday at John H. Clinton Funeral Home, Washington Park and Third Street in Troy; and at 11 a.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Church in Troy.

Calling hours will be 5-8 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. A remembrance gathering will be held 6-8 p.m. July 13 at Roberts Funeral Home, 62 Bowdoin Winthrop. Contributions can be made to Maine Parkinson Society, 5 Bucknam Road, Suite 1A, Falmouth 04105, Lillian Scenna.

In Memory of Crystal Gayle Doucette 23, 1977 July 6, 1998 Years may pass away but the pain remains the same. We love you much. Love Dad Brother and Sister wife, Gail; sister Mary; brother Fred; sister-in-law Ann; son John; three daughters, Karen, Samantha and Elizabeth; sonin-law Tom; daughter Mary Kaye; and two grandsons, Joshua and Micah. A small graveside service for family and friends will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, July 9, at Glenside Cemetery on Turkey Lane in Winthrop.

Local arrangements are in the care of Roberts Funeral Home, 62 Bowdoin Winthrop. http://www.khrfuneralhomes.com KNOWLTON HEWINS ROBERTS FUNERAL HOMES CREMATION SERVICE Deaths McGrath, Joseph "Moe," 79, of Winthrop died July 2. Tisdale, Robert A. "Bob" 57, of Sarasota, died July 2 in Portland, Maine. Death notices appear at no charge.

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