John M. Habeeb

John Matthew Habeeb, 61, died April 20, 2026 at his Caribou residence. He was born in Presque Isle, June 4, 1964 the son of Frederick and Betty (Skidgel) Habeeb. John was a 1982 graduate of Caribou High School and was a graduate of the University of Southern Maine with a degree in education. He was a special education teacher in the Caribou school system for many years, and was the varsity tennis coach in Caribou for over 30 years with over 400 victories as coach.

He was survived by a brother, Gregg Korf and wife Theresa of New York, his sister, Karen Habeeb of Caribou, special niece, Stacie Lamoreau and husband Erik, and a great niece Mackenzie Holton. John was predeceased by his parents, and by a brother, Frederick Habeeb Jr.

Friends are invited to visit with the family on Tuesday, April 28, 2026 from 6PM to 8PM at the Mockler Funeral Home, 24 Reservoir Street, Caribou. Friends who wish to contribute in memory of Mr. Habeeb may do so through the Halfway Home Pet Rescue, P.O. Box 488, Caribou, Maine 04736.