Karen K. Carr (nee Schneider), aka bigK, K-ster, the K One, passed to star dust peacefully on June 4, 2026, at the grand age of 84, at The Lincoln Home in Newcastle. She was surrounded by loving family during her transition.

With love we remember Martin David Bjerrum who passed away at the Maine Veterans’ Home on June 5, 2026 at age 82. Marty was born on Oct. 3, 1943 at Widen Hospital in Everett, Mass. to Soren Martin Bjerrum and Harriet Louise Hanley Bjerrum. The oldest of two children, he is preceded in death by his brother, Richard Bjerrum.

UPDATE: Graveside service time has been updated to 11 a.m. (previously 10 a.m.) Friday, June 5 at the Alna Cemetery.

Bradford C. Rankin, 85, was carried by angels to join his lord and savior on Jan. 3, 2026. Brad lived a life defined by service, diverse talents, and an unwavering faith.

Angela McLean, 60, of Newcastle, passed away on the afternoon of May 31, 2026 at Maine Medical Center in Portland.

Ann Francis Cushing Cohen, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 24, 2026 at the age of 81. Born on Nov. 23, 1944 in Old Town to the late Eunice M. Brown Cushing and Frank S. Cushing, Ann lived a life centered on family, kindness, and quiet generosity. Those who knew her best will remember the warmth she brought into every room and the deep love she gave to the people fortunate enough to call her their own.

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Elizabeth “Beth” Babb, 59, of Cohoes, N.Y., who entered into eternal life on Monday, April 6, 2026 at Albany Medical Center in Albany, N.Y.

Melvin J. “Mel” Williams, 73, of Waldoboro, passed away peacefully on May 17, 2026 at Maine Medical Center in Portland.

Joanne L. Rasmussen, 71, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2026 at the Sussman House in Rockport.