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.

Carolyn Eva Staples, 84, of Owls Head, embarked on her ultimate journey into the horizon where the sky converges with the sea while surrounded by loved ones on May 6, 2026 in Camden. Born in Damariscotta on Dec. 8, 1941, she was the daughter of Garland and Myrtle (Priscilla) Day. Raised in Waldoboro, Carolyn attended local schools.

Stephen Ronald Nickerson passed away on May 22, 2026 following a long illness. Born Dec. 31, 1955 in Belfast, he was the child of Ronald J. and Shirley (Kelley) Nickerson.

With much love and gratitude, we remember J. William “Bill” Worden and Charlene J. (Landerkin) Worden, who passed away just two months apart — Bill on Jan. 26, 2026 and Charlene on March 28, 2026 — at Lakes Crossing Memory Care in Kingsland, Ga.

Loa Lee (Wiley) Blake, 89, of Tenants Harbor, formerly of Round Pond, passed away Oct. 19, 2025 as the result of a motor-vehicle accident.

Cecil Stuart “Stu” Carroll died May 4, 2026 with family at his side in the comfort of his Camden home. He enjoyed a long, full life and cherished his memories of family and friends, which sustained him as the challenges of age slowed him down.

Katrina “Trina” Maclachlan, a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, has recently passed after a courageous battle with cancer. Maine was her true home, reflected in the many coastal towns she lived in over the years, including Damariscotta, Wiscasset, Pine Point, and Cape Elizabeth. She drew constant inspiration from the beaches and found peace and solace in their quiet magnitude.