Augustus “Gus” “Alvin” Elliott

1930-2015

Augustus “Gus” “Alvin” Elliott, 84, of Fayette, died early Tuesday morning at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

Gus, known to some as “Alvin,” was born at his family homestead on Aug. 19, 1930 in Raymond, New Hampshire, the fourth born out of eleven children to Herbert and Laura (Hartford) Elliott. He attended school in New Hampshire and began working with his father in the saw mill, using cross cut saws, at the age of 13 to help provide for his family. He entered in the United States Marine Corps in 1951 and served until 1953 at which point he joined the Army until his honorable discharge in 1958. Gus proudly served his country for two deployments overseas during the Korean War in both the Marines and Army. He was a life-time member of the VFW.

A hard-work ethic was instilled into Gus at a very young age. Upon leaving the military, he went on to own his own saw mill, Elliott Lumber up until 1970. In 1971, he moved to Dixfield where he worked at Dixfield Lumber until his retirement in 1988. Although retired, he continued working at his son’s lumberyard, Twin Rivers Building Supply until he was 81 years old. He was a hard-working man who never stopped providing for his family.

Gus was a highly productive man, never wasting a minute of the day. He was a precise man of technicality and had a mathematical talent for crunching numbers. He enjoyed challenging others with trivia and fun facts. He was a story-teller and always had a good joke at the ready for his beloved company. He was a true Maine man and enjoyed fishing (especially with his grandchildren). A true patriarch in every sense of the word.

He is survived by his lifetime companion, Hannah Elliott of Fayette; children, Bonnie King and her husband, Joseph of Jay, Alan Elliott and his girlfriend, Kim Folsom of Dixfield, Nancy Jewett and her husband, Kevin of Fayette, Laurie Mitchell and her boyfriend, Larry Houle of Livermore Falls, Augustus Elliott Jr., and his wife Molly of Canton, Jeanne Jewett and her husband, Randy of North Jay, Don Elliott and his wife, Wendy of Fayette, and Ginger and Paul Pomerleau of Jay; siblings, Gloria Elliott of Durham, New Hampshire, and brother, Jerry Elliott of West Virginia; grandchildren, Scott King of Livermore Falls, Joe King Jr. of Livermore Falls, Nate Elliott of Dixfield, Yogi Hiscock of Auburn, Mike Levesque of Epping, NH, Matt Levesque of Lincoln, Kara Dube of Augusta, Brian Dolloff of Jay, Shawn Ready of Livermore Falls, Travis Knight of Jay, Augustus Elliott III of Brewer, Ryan Pease of Berwick, Beckah Austin, Chris Jewett of Jay, and Kyle Elliott of Fayette; eight great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his parents; a daughter, Donna Dube; sisters, Elsie Dionne, Edna Schiedewitz, Sandra Denyou; and brothers, Herbert Elliott, Warren Elliott, David Elliott and Kenneth Elliott. Tributes and condolences may be shared by visiting www.wilesrc.com.

ELLIOTT– died, June 22, 2015, Augustus “Alivin” “Gus” Elliott, 84, of Fayette. A funeral service was held on Saturday, June 27th at 11 a.m. at Wiles Remembrance Center, 308 Franklin Rd., Jay, ME 04239 with Rev. Ira Hall officiating. Burial followed at Birchland Cemetery with full military honors being rendered from Camp Keyes in Augusta.

Malvina J. Tillson

1922-2015

Malvina J. Tillson, age 92, died peacefully Wednesday, June 24, 2015 at the Alfond Center for Health. She was born in Livermore Falls, ME on Sept. 5, 1922 a daughter of the late Philip and Yvonne (Fournier) Dufour.

Mrs. Tillson was a homemaker for most of her life. She enjoyed fishing, camping and, according to pictures, she rode motorcycles and hunted as well. She sang in the choir and sang to her great grandnieces and nephews.

The Rosary and the Lords Prayer were said for her at the hospital by family: Frieda Fournier, Marie Poisson, William Dufour, Richard and Sue Kenney and Doris and Larry Parlin.

She was pre-deceased by her husband of 52 years, Arthur D. Tillson, Jr.; a son, Philip LeBlanc; four brothers: Eddie, Alfred, Aimie and Paul Dufour and her sister, Rita Parlin.

Mrs. Tillson is survived by her nephew and care givers, Larry Parlin and his wife Doris of Litchfield; their children: Sarah, Mert, Philip Joshua and Paul and their children: Noah, Joshua, Audrey, Gracie and Leilani; a son, Richard Kenney and his wife Sue of Chesterville and their children; a brother, William Dufour of Boston, Mass. and San Diego, CA and many nieces, and nephews.

At her request, there will be no public visiting hours. A committal service will be held on Wednesday, July 6th at 10 a.m. in the chapel at Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, Mt. Vernon Rd., Augusta.

Arrangements are under the direction of Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta, ME.

Condolences, photos and memories may be shared at www.plummerfh.com.

Ruth E. Poland

1921-2015

Ruth E. Poland, 93, formerly of North Jay, died early Monday morning at the Sandy River Center for Healthcare.

She was born Dec. 9, 1921, in Lewiston, a daughter of George and Edith (Rand) Nottage and graduated from Farmington High School in 1939. On June 19, 1940, she married Francis H. Ellingwood. He died Dec. 3, 1944.

She moved to North Jay and on Sept. 6, 1946, married Theron Poland. He died July 26, 1986. Mrs. Poland was employed for many years in the hot lunch program in the Jay school system. She also was employed at the North Jay Grange Store and GH Bass Shoe Co.

Mrs. Poland enjoyed camping and was a former member of the NAFCA, Pine Tree Chapter and the Good-Sam-Pine Tree Gypsies. She was a former member of the Jay Fireman’s Auxiliary and was a member of Woodbine Temple #47. She attended Bartlett Memorial United Methodist Church and was a member of the United Methodist Women.

In her younger years, she enjoyed traveling on bus tours, working on embroidery projects and crossword puzzles, going to church suppers, and spending time with her grandchildren.

She is survived by two daughters, Nancy Dubord and her husband, Maurice of Farmington and Marilyn Buck of Sabattus; a son, Rodney Ellingwood and his wife, Margie of Wilton; brother, William Bryant of Farmington; sister-in-law, Laurel Lee of Turner; five grandchildren; several great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren; and two nieces.

The family would like to thank the Staff at the Sandy River Center for the compassionate care given to Ruth. Condolences and tributes may be shared on her memorial wall at www.wilesrc.com.

Poland – died at Farmington, Monday, June 29, 2015, Ruth E. Poland. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, July 4 at 11 a.m. at the Wiles Remembrance Center, 136 High St., Wilton with Rhonda Wiles-Rosell as celebrant. Relatives and friends are invited to call one hour prior to the services. The family suggests that those who desire consider memorial gifts to the Wilton Area Food Pantry, PO Box 517, Wilton, ME 04294. Interment will be at Birchland Cemetery in North Jay.

Barbara Jean Garner Whittemore

1957-2015

Barbara Jean Garner Whittemore, 57, passed away at her home in Jay on June 22, 2015, with her loving family by her side. She was born on July 15, 1957 in St. Petersburg, FL, the daughter of Charles and Barbara (Lawrence) Garner. She graduated from Pasco High School, Dade City, FL, in the class of 1976. She worked for Atlantic Construction Services.

Barbara enjoyed antiquing, kayaking, gardening, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She loved her dog “Layla” and her flower garden.

She is survived by; her partner, Bruce Richards of Jay; her three sons, Lawrence Whittemore and wife Michelle of Eddington, Lucas Whittemore and wife Savannah of Jay, Michael Whittemore and Patricia Elyea of Jay; her two brothers, Andy Garner of St. Petersburg, FL, Chuck Garner and Deborah Gormely of NC; her sister, Debbie Garner of FL; and ten grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her son Joshua Whittemore and her sister, Carol Churchill.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Services, 488 Farmington Falls Rd., Farmington, ME 04938.

Macie Joe Morin

2015

Macie Joe Morin, 5 days old, was guided to Heaven in the arms of an angel, early Friday morning, June 26th at Maine Medical Center in Portland, following complications due to a premature birth.

She was born Sunday, June 21, 2015 in Lewiston, the daughter of Bradley J. Morin and Katherine Richard of Jay. Although her time here was brief the memory of her precious soul will remain in the hearts of her parents and family forever.

A quote from one of Macie’s doctors: “That she was loved for every day, every minute, every second of her life. That she tried so, so hard to get better. This is how I know that her mom and dad are going to be ok. Macie could have only gotten her determination and grit from them.

“Macie was not able to get better because she was too delicate, but she fought and tried. Her parents will have to try hard, too, but they can be inspired by Macie’s example. Macie showed us all that you never know how strong you are until you have no other choice. I know her parents will be strong, too.”

She is survived by her parents Bradley J. Morin and Katherine Richard and sister, Madisen of Jay; paternal grandparents, Sandy Nemi of Jay and Greg Morin of Farmington; maternal grandparents, Jon and Lisa Richard of Livermore; paternal great-grandmother, Sally Nemi of Jay; maternal great-grandparents, Patty Punch of Livermore; and Emery and Lucille Richard of Jay; aunts, Katie Nemi of Massachusetts; and Gina Nemi of Jay; uncles, Thomas Richard of Portland and Tim Richard of Livermore Falls; and many great aunts and uncles.

She was predeceased by her paternal great-grandfather Joseph Nemi and maternal great-grandfather, David Punch. Messages of condolence may be sent to: www.finleyfuneralhome.com

Morin – Died Friday, June 26, 2015 in Portland, Maine. Macie Joe Morin, 5 days old, of Jay, Maine. A funeral service was held at 2 p.m., Tuesday, June 30th at St. Rose of Lima Church, 1 Church St., Jay, Maine, and a private family interment at Holy Cross Cemetery, 445 Park St., Livermore Falls, Maine. Arrangements by FINLEY FUNERAL HOME, 15 Church St., Livermore Falls, Maine. If desired contributions to help with funeral & medical expenses may be made to: Memory of Macie Joe Morin – payable to: Bradley Morin or Katherine Richard, 52 Jewell St., Jay, ME 04239.

Myrtle L. “Nana” Allen

1921-2015

Myrtle L. “Nana” Allen, 93, a resident of North Jay for 80 years, went to be with the love of her life, Charlie, Tuesday, June 23rd, with her family at her bedside.

Myrtle was born in Rangeley, Aug. 28, 1921, a daughter of John and Doris (Ross) Smith. She attended school in Wilton, and lived in North Jay where she gave birth and raised five children with her husband. While the children were growing up, they brought them into the woods to work alongside both she and Charlie. Together they were married 78 years.

Myrtle, known to many as “Nana,” worked at Norwalk Shoe for many years until its closing. After Charlie’s passing in 1998, she became a homemaker, baking apple pies, rhubarb crunch, and pumpkin cookies for her family. She loved to prepare for the holidays and her annual Christmas Eve open house which at times would have 50+ family members visiting her.

She looked forward to having firewood delivered so she could help her family “pile it;” she loved her wood heat, (including last winter)! She enjoyed to “watch” the neighborhood, her visits from her family, and just being in her home. “Nana” has left a huge void in our family and will be missed dearly.

She is survived by her children: Charlie Allen Jr. and his wife, Bernice of Jay, Bob Allen and his wife, Mary of Dixfield, Gene Allen and his wife, Ann of Jay, Patty Ferland and her companion, Larry Danforth of Wilton, and Juanita Crafts and her husband, Charlie of Livermore; brothers, Everett Smith and his wife, Joyce of Jay, Maurice Smith and his wife Julie of Jay; and a sister, Beverly Cox and her husband Bill of Jay. She was proud and loved each of her 21 grandchildren, 37 great grandchildren, and 12 great great grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband, Charlie; brothers, Arnold, Phillip, and Jack Smith; a sister, Inza Stanley; sisters in law Joanne and Tina Smith; and great grandsons, Bryan and Lance Allen. Tributes and condolences may be shared by visiting www.wilesrc.com.

ALLEN—died, June 23, 2015, Myrtle L. “Nana” Allen, 93, of North Jay. Family and friends are invited to gather from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Monday, June 29th at Wiles Remembrance Center, 308 Franklin Rd., Jay, ME 04239. A funeral service will begin at 1 p.m. with Rhonda Wiles-Rosell officiating. Burial will follow at Jay Hill Cemetery in Jay. In lieu of flowers, those who desire may make contributions to: Boston Children’s Hospital, 401 Park Dr., Suite 602, Boston, MA 02215 OR a charity of one’s choice in Myrtle’s name.