The Lincoln County News
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The Lincoln County News

Serving Maine and Lincoln County for over 140 years

Sara Jean Oliver May 10, 1938 - Aug. 2, 2023

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Sara J. Oliver, born on May 10, 1938, in Damariscotta, passed away peacefully into the arms of her lord and savior on Aug. 2, 2023, with her family by her side.

Michael Swain Barter Feb. 8, 1947 - Aug. 1, 2023

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Michael Swain Barter died Tuesday, Aug. 1 at 8:01 p.m. Born Feb. 8, 1947 in Beverly, Mass., Mike is now reunited with his parents John and Dorothea Barter, his grandparents, Walter Swain and Julia Henderson Hinchman, and his sister Julia M. Gilliam.

Bob Page Service Announcement

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Join us Saturday, Aug. 12, from 4-7 p.m. at Schooner Landing in Damariscotta to honor Bob Page in a musical way. The Jazz Babies featuring T.J. Wheeler and The Blues Prophets, plus many more!

Laura S. Honey April 23, 1934 - Aug. 2, 2023

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Laura Ellen Sederquist Honey, of Boothbay Harbor, passed away peacefully on Aug. 2, 2023 at LincolnHealth’s Miles Campus, in Damariscotta, after a brief illness. Laura was born April 23, 1934 in Swampscott, Mass., the first daughter of Arthur W. and Laura Banks Sederquist. She moved to Bangor in 1946 and graduated from Bangor High School in 1952. She also attended Husson College.

Charles William Misner June 13, 1932 - July 24, 2023

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Charles William Misner – eminent astro-physicist, husband of Susanne Elisabeth Kemp, father of four, and seasonal resident of South Bristol – passed away six weeks after his 91st birthday in Kensington, Md.

Howard A. Hendrickson

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Howard A. Hendrickson passed away on July 26, 2023 at St. Andrews Village where he lived and received excellent care the last couple of years. He joined in with many of the activities offered there and really looked forward to joking, smiling, and having coffee with everyone who chatted with him. He was an Army veteran and a carpenter in the Wiscasset area for many years.

Larry D. Ross March 5, 1959 - July 24, 2023

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Larry D. Ross, born on March 5, 1959, in Lincoln County, unexpectedly passed away doing what he enjoyed doing, hiking, on Monday, July 24, 2023 at the age of 64 years old. He was the son of the late George and Nathalie Achorn Ross.

David Rice Service Announcement

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Celebrating a life well lived, we invite you to join us in celebrating David Rice – father, grandfather, and faithful friend – on Saturday, Aug. 12 from 1-4 p.m. at Coveside Marina and Restaurant (98 Coveside Road, Christmas Cove South Bristol.)

Jane Webster Leavitt Jan. 21, 1933 - July 24, 2023

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Jane Webster Leavitt, 90, of Nobleboro, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2023, at the LincolnHealth Miles Campus, alongside her loving family. Jane was born on Jan. 21, 1933, in Hartford, Conn., the daughter of Fred and Ruth Webster.

Frances W. Williamson April 8, 1918 - July 20, 2023

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Frances W. Williamson, of Jefferson, passed into rest on July 20 at the age of 105. She was born in Morrill on April 8, 1918, the daughter of Eva and Roland Woodbury. She graduated from Crosby High School in Belfast and the Eastern Beauty and Barber School in Bangor. On June 22, 1941, she married Donald O. Johnston. They purchased an apple orchard in Jefferson and soon after had their only child, Donald B. Johnston. Fran operated Lakeview Orchards and the apple stand for 33 years, as well as a beauty shop in her home for 31 years. After her husband’s death in 1971, Fran married Andrew W. Williamson II, of Jefferson, in 1973. With this marriage, Fran gained a second family.


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