Mary A. Poland, 83, of Damariscotta, passed away at Cove’s Edge Nursing Facility in Damariscotta on the morning of Jan. 29. Born on Nov. 15, 1928 in Bristol, she was the daughter of Lawrence and Lillian (Sykes) Poland.
Mary was born and raised in Bristol Mills. Her father was a mechanic in Bristol Mills and had a repair shop next to their house. Mary loved to sit on the front porch of that home and wave to the cars that passed by.
Mary was a caring woman who wasn’t afraid to speak her mind. She loved to watch television, had a collection of stuffed animals and dolls, and loved a good cup of coffee with plenty of milk and sugar.
Mary is survived by her sister, Ruth Poland of Waldoboro; as well as many cousins.
A graveside service will be held in the spring at the Bristol Mills Cemetery in Bristol, where she will be laid to rest with her parents.
Condolences, and messages for the family, may be expressed by visiting www.StrongHancock.com.
Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Strong-Hancock Funeral Home, 612 Main St., Damariscotta.
