Obituaries

Christine Theriault

Christine Theriault

Feb 26, 2025

Christine (Christianne) Theriault, 93, received her wings while surrounded by those who loved her on February 26, 2025 in Caribou, Maine. Christine was born on February 23, 1932, the 4th child of 16 siblings, to the late Clovis and Anna (Levesque) Martin in Saint Anne, New Brunswick, Canada.

Christine is survived by her husband of 67 years, Donald ‘Pit’ Theriault of...

Donald O. McGraw

Donald O. McGraw

Feb 24, 2025

Donald O. McGraw, 76, died February 24, 2025 at the Aroostook House of Comfort in Presque Isle. He was born in Caribou, November 5, 1948. Don was a graduate of Simsbury High School in Simsbury, CT, and then served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. After his military service he returned home to Aroostook County where he...

Richard Charles Hatch

Richard Charles Hatch

Feb 24, 2025

, Caribou- Richard Charles Hatch, 88, passed away on February 24, 2025, at the Aroostook House of Comfort in Presque Isle following a brief illness. Richard was born in Caribou, May 5, 1936 the son of Charles and Margaret (Mooers) Hatch. A lifelong resident of Caribou, Richard graduated as the valedictorian from Caribou High School in 1955 and went on...

Cindy Therrien

Cindy Therrien

Feb 22, 2025

Cindy K. Therrien, 60, passed February 22, 2025 in Presque Isle following a battle with cancer. Born April 14, 1964 in St. Louis, Missouri, she was the daughter of Bobby and Clara Ann (Rains) Stevens. A graduate of McMinnville High School in McMinnville, Tennessee, she later moved to Norfolk, Virginia where she met the love of her life, David Therrien....

Bill J. Farley

Bill J. Farley

Feb 18, 2025

My dearest son, Bill J. Farley, gained his wings February 18, 2025 at home in Caribou. Bill was born in Caribou, April 27, 1980 the son of Dana and Augustine (Dubois) Farley. Billy was a recovering addict of 6 years, fighting the addiction and depression every day. Bill loved his drums and was an amazing cook. He won two all-state...

Carolyn J. Bouchard

Carolyn J. Bouchard

Feb 17, 2025

Carolyn J. Bouchard, 83, died unexpectedly February 17, 2025 in Caribou. She was born in Brentwood, NY, December 8, 1941 the daughter of William and Frieda (Seebeck) Viohl. On September 24, 1959 she married Laurent Bouchard. She spent countless hours at her “favorite store” Catholic Charities volunteering. Carolyn will be remembered as a kind and giving person who was the...

Sylvia M. Paradis

Sylvia M. Paradis

Feb 8, 2025

Sylvia M. Paradis, 87, died February 8, 2025 at the Maine Veterans Home in Caribou. She was born in Sheridan, July 12, 1937 the daughter of the late Percy and Meddie (Carney) Wakefield. Sylvia attended Ashland schools and on June 4, 1955 married Leo Paradis. Sylvia was a lifelong member of Parish of the Precious Blood St. Catherine’s Catholic Church,...

Thelma B. Espling

Thelma B. Espling

Feb 7, 2025

Thelma B. Espling, 93, passed away on February 7, 2025 at the Aroostook House of Comfort in Presque Isle. She was born February 6, 1932 in Caribou, the daughter of James and Martha (Currie) Broome. She was a graduate of Caribou High School, and worked for many years as a bank teller at Casco Northern Bank. Thelma enjoyed cooking, hosting...

Frederick R. Becker

Frederick R. Becker

Feb 4, 2025

Frederick R. Becker, 82, died February 4, 2025 at the Maine Veterans Home in Caribou. He was born in Toledo, Ohio on May 13, 1942 the son of the late Elmer and Grace (Peters) Becker. Mr. Becker served in the United States Army from 1960 to 1963. Graveside services will be held in the spring at the Northern Maine Veterans...

Angelina Gorneault

Angelina Gorneault

Feb 3, 2025

Angelina Gorneault, 59, died February 3, 2025 in Caribou following a battle with cancer. She was born in Guerrette, the daughter of the late Gilman Gorneault Sr. and Cora Dionne. She worked for many years as a server in area restaurants and in housekeeping for hospitals. Angelina is survived by her longtime partner, Jonathan P. Wood of Caribou, her children,...

Ruth P. Dionne

Ruth P. Dionne

Jan 28, 2025

CARIBOU - Ruth P. Dionne, 75, passed away unexpectedly at home January 28, 2025. She was born in Van Buren, August 21, 1949 the daughter of the late Patrick and Huberte “Hub” (Charette) Pelletier. Ruth was a 1967 graduate of Van Buren High School, and of the University of Maine at Fort Kent earning her bachelor’s degree in education in...

Heather D. Curry

Heather D. Curry

Jan 22, 2025

Heather Dawn Curry, 53, died January 22, 2025 at Caribou following a long battle with multiple brain aneurysms. She was born in Caribou, June 24, 1971 the daughter of Paul and Pamela (Wiggins) Curry. Heather was a 1988 graduate of Caribou High School, and was employed for 27 years with the Maine Bureau of Veterans Services. Heather was a lifelong...

Wilena Ann Sullivan

Wilena Ann Sullivan

Jan 17, 2025

Surrounded by her loving family Wilena Ann (Kelley) Sullivan, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and faithful servant of God, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on January 17, 2025. Her 84 years of life were a testament to love, grace, service, and unwavering faith. Born on July 4, 1940, in Allagash, Maine, to William and Anne (O’Leary) Kelley,...

Paula Ann Graham

Paula Ann Graham

Jan 15, 2025

Paula Ann Graham, 70, died January 15, 2025 at her Salem, New Hampshire home following an illness. She was born in Caribou, May 9, 1954 the daughter of the late Charles Cheney and Maxine Skidgel. Paula was a graduate of Caribou High School, Franklin Pierce College and of Lesley University. Paula was employed as a software engineer for many years,...

J. Reno Byram

J. Reno Byram

Jan 8, 2025

J. Reno Byram, 101, died January 8, 2025 at his Limestone residence. He was born in Grand Riviere Settlement, New Brunswick, Canada, May 30, 1923 the son of Leonard Tilley Byram and Lena (LaFrancois) Byram. Reno was known throughout the area as a hard worker, whether it was in the woods or the potato fields, doing overhead doors or preaching...

Ricky J. Ouellette

Ricky J. Ouellette

Dec 29, 2024

Ricky J. Ouellette, 64, died December 29, 2024 following a period of declining health at a Caribou healthcare facility. He was born in Fort Kent, April 17, 1960 the son of David and Marie (Harvey) Ouellette. Ricky was a graduate of Wisdom High School, and worked in the carpentry and automotive industries. He enjoyed nature, fishing and working on cars....

James J. Kaleta Jr.

James J. Kaleta Jr.

Dec 22, 2024

James Joseph Kaleta, Jr., 57, of Van Buren, Maine, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 22, 2024. Born on December 18, 1967, James lived a life rich in adventure, love, and laughter, leaving behind cherished memories for all who knew him.

James, affectionately known as Jimmy, was the beloved son of Delcia Kaleta and the late James Kaleta, Sr. He was...

Deborah A. Avery

Deborah A. Avery

Dec 21, 2024

Deborah A. Avery, 66, died December 21, 2024 in Bangor. She was born in Presque Isle, February 9, 1958 the daughter of Gerald and Tina (Clark) Avery. Deborah was a graduate of Ashland High School and worked at Columbia Forest Products for many years. She is survived by her two sons, Joshua Pelletier and wife Susanne, and Justin Pelletier all...

Robert L. Gagnon

Robert L. Gagnon

Dec 20, 2024

Robert L. Gagnon, 78, died unexpectedly December 20, 2024 in Caribou. He was born in Caribou, August 28, 1946 the son of the late Clarence and Lillian (Parent) Gagnon. Robert worked for area potato growers, and at McCains in Easton for several years. He truly enjoyed working each year at the Northern Maine Fair. Robert was a member of the...

Jerold Field Tucker

Jerold Field Tucker

Dec 18, 2024

A kind and gentle soul, Jerold Field Tucker, passed away on December 18, 2024.

Jerry was born on January 26, 1950 in Binghamton, NY to John Frederick and Marion Field Tucker. He graduated from Chenango Valley High School in 1968 and maintained many close relationships with classmates over the years.

In 1972, Jerry earned a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Bryant...