Carol Ann Dunning was born on April 18, 1935 in Shrewsbury, Mass. and died of natural causes at age 89 in Damariscotta, on Sept. 11, 2024.

Carolyn P. Thompson, of Damariscotta, passed away on the afternoon of Oct. 8, 2024, at the age of 91, with her daughters by her side.

Alyson (Peddie) Squeglia, 33, of Rockwood, passed away on Oct. 12, 2024, following a brief illness. Alyson was born on Jan. 24, 1991, in Damariscotta, the daughter of William A. Peddie and Teresa (Wincapaw) Solmitz.

James “Jim” Hall, a beloved lifelong resident of Damariscotta, passed away peacefully on Oct. 14, at the age of 79. Known for his tireless dedication to others, Jim’s life was defined by love of his family and friends, community service, and a deep love for Damariscotta and surrounding communities.

Jerry Miller, 57, of Hamberg, Ark. passed away at home in the early hours of Oct. 10 after a long courageous battle with cancer. Born in Buffalo, N.Y., Jerry enjoyed the outdoors at his family’s home on Lake Pemaquid in Nobleboro, and was a proud graduate of Lincoln Academy class of 1984.

Clarence “Buck” B. Smith Jr. passed away unexpectedly on Oct. 14. Born at West Point (Highland Falls, N.Y.) on Sept. 4, 1949, Buck entered this world with his eyes wide open, confidence in himself along with a lifelong passion for learning.

Dorothy Blanchard, 85, of Newcastle, passed away on Oct. 1, 2024, in Falmouth, surrounded by her family. Dorothy was born on May 19, 1939, in Dover-Foxcroft, daughter of the late Robert and Margaret (Bentley) Anderson.

Alma Black, 103, of Cushing, passed away peacefully at home, in the early hours of Oct. 11. Alma was born March 22, 1921, the daughter of Frank and Nelle (Murphy) Winchebaugh, in Friendship. She was born the middle of five sisters, Grace (Bill Williams), Arlene (Edward Schultz), Marie (Vernon Studley), Joan (Len Harlow), Ava (Jim Phillips), and one brother, Francis.

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of John William “Bill” Dawson, 84, on Oct. 7, 2024. Bill left this world peacefully, surrounded by his beloved children, Kathryn Cook and Michael Dawson, in Orlando, Fla. Born on Sept. 28, 1940, in Modoc, Ind., he was the son of the late William Ray Dawson and Lulu Bell Raines. He was one of the last surviving of 16 children. Bill was a warm-hearted individual whose spirit brought joy to all who crossed his path. His kindness and genuine nature touched the lives of many, leaving an everlasting legacy in the hearts of those who knew him.