Judy C. Heath, 84, of Albion, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2026 with her family and best friend at her side.

Jean Turco, aged 91, died following a long illness in her beloved home state of Maine on March 23, 2026. Born in Meriden, Conn. to parents John and Bertha Houdlette, she graduated from the University of Connecticut with a bachelor’s in English before marrying Lewis, her high school sweetheart. Her greatest wish growing up was to become a mother, which she accomplished, becoming the warmest, kindest, most nurturing mom that her children and grandchildren could ever hope for.

JoAnn Tribby, of Jefferson, died on Monday, April 6, 2026 from pancreatic cancer. She and her family are grateful for the outstanding care she received from Dr. Benton and all the staff at New England Cancer Center in Topsham, Dr. Anne Jacobs, of Newcastle, and Val Despres, RN, of MaineHealth Hospice.

LeRoy W. “Junior” Genthner, 72, died April 3, 2026 at MaineHealth Lincoln Hospital – Miles Campus in Damariscotta. Junior was born July 30, 1953 in Waldoboro to LeRoy W. Genthner and Phyllis M. Benner Genthner. Junior attended local schools and graduated from Medomak Valley High School in the class of 1971. During high school Junior enjoyed playing baseball. Junior worked at Spear’s Farm in Nobleboro during and after high school.

Father Fredrick H. “Fred” Morse, a Roman Catholic priest of the Diocese of Portland, entered into eternal rest on April 4, 2026. Father Fred was born in Bangor on Sept. 26, 1952, the son of Katherine (Murphy) Morse and Nathan Stanley Morse.

Edward Furbush Parlin, 92, passed away peacefully April 3, 2026 at his home in Jefferson with his son at his side.

Arthur Lerman, 76, transitioned from Earth peacefully on Nov. 13, 2025. A celebration of life will be held at the Kings Mills Union Hall, at 901 Townhouse Road in Whitefield, on Saturday, April 18, 2026 beginning at 2 p.m.

Gloria J. Barnes, 83, of Dresden, passed away on Thursday, April 2, 2026 at her residence.

Roanne Carolyn Fortin, 71, of Bristol, passed away peacefully on April 4, 2026 at her home, surrounded by family. She was born on April 17, 1954 in Chelsea, Mass. to Robert and Marion (Doyle) Becker. Daughter of a Navy family, she spent her early years moving around the world, including time living in Boston, Cuba, Germany, Maryland, and Hawaii.

Martha “Grace” Wagstaff passed away peacefully on March 26, 2026 wrapped in love and angels. She was born on July 2, 1939 in Elverson, Pa. to Clay Beam and Naomi Weaver Beam.

Harry W. Sidelinger Sr., 72, of Newcastle, passed away at the MaineGeneral Medical Center in Augusta, on the afternoon of March 30, 2026 with his sister and sons by his side. Born in Gardiner on Jan. 27, 1954, he was the son of Harold and Gloria (Erving) Sidelinger.

Walter N. Johansson, 93, died peacefully on the evening of March 31, 2026 at his home in Pemaquid. Born in Orange, N.J., he was the son of Nils and Ellen (Karlson) Johansson. He graduated from West Orange High School and Stevens Institute of Technology with the degree of mechanical engineer. He played lacrosse and is in the Stevens Athletic Hall of Fame. He was a registered professional engineer.