ᐅ Maine Death Notices 2009-2025
Shoemaker, Shockley, Shoby, Shoales, Shkolnik, Shirron, Shiro...

Jon, Donald, David, Sandra, Bernice, Alice, Melvin, Samuel, Peter, Burton...

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▰ Jon Morton Shoemaker

Died April 13, … More Information
Jon Morton Shoemaker, of Lewiston, Maine, entered into eternal rest April 13, 2006. Jon was 54.
Obituary published: April 14, 2006 in "Kennebec J"

▰ Donald J Shoemaker

Died June 21, … More Information
Donald J Shoemaker, born September 20, 1945 departed this life Sunday June 21, 2017 in Maine. Donald was 71.

▰ David E Shoemaker

Died November 26, … More Information
David E Shoemaker, of Maine, born in Bastrom, Louisiana, passed away peacefully November 26, 2000. David was 50.
Obituary published: November 27, 2000 in "Bangor D-N"

▰ Sandra L (Messer) Shockley

Died June 17, … More Information
Sandra L (Messer) Shockley, of Dresden, Maine, passed away peacefully June 17, 2010. Sandra was 59.
Obituary published: June 18, 2010 in "Kennebec J"

▰ Bernice Helene (Lecchi) Shoby

Died September 05, … More Information
Bernice Helene (Lecchi) Shoby, age 81 of Maine, born in Connecticut, died on September 5, 2003.
Obituary published: September 06, 2003 in "Portland P H"

▰ Alice M Shoales

Died October 21, … More Information
Alice M Shoales, of Maine, born in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts, left earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home October 21, 1999. Alice was 80.
Obituary published: October 22, 1999 in "Sun Journal"

▰ David Shkolnik

Died June 04, … More Information
David Shkolnik, age 78 of Maine, went into the presence of the Lord on June 4, 1997.
Obituary published: June 05, 1997 in "Portland P H"

▰ Melvin B Shirron

Died August 19, … More Information
Melvin B Shirron went into the presence of the Lord on August 19, 2015 in Camden, Maine. Tags: #Mattie
Obituary: Melvin passed away on , 19, 2015. Melvin was a resident of Camden, Maine at the time of passing. Melvin was married to Mattie.

▰ Samuel H Shiro

Died April 14, … More Information
Samuel H Shiro, age 84 of Maine, born in Boston, Massachusetts, entered the Kingdom of Heaven April 14, 1999.
Obituary published: April 15, 1999 in "Eagle T (MA)"

▰ Peter A Shiro

Died September 02, … More Information
Peter A Shiro, of Scarborough, Maine, entered eternal life September 2, 2004. Peter was 52.
Obituary published: September 03, 2004 in "Bangor D-N"

▰ Peter A Shiro

Died September 02, … More Information
Peter A Shiro, age 52 of Scarborough, Maine, went into the presence of the Lord on September 2, 2004.
Obituary published: September 03, 2004 in "Portland P H"

▰ Burton Grant Shiro

Died March 05, … More Information
Burton Grant Shiro, born July 26, 1923 gained his wings on March 5, 2016 in Waterville, Maine. Burton was 92. Tags: #Newtonville #Massachusetts #Celia #Louis #Waterville #Colby #South #Bronze #Medal #Purple #Meritorious #Emblem #American #Asiatic- #Campaign #Stars #Guinea #Luzon #Arrowhead #World #Victory #Combat #Badge #Republic #Philippines #Unit #Honorable #Lapel #Boston #School #Phyllis #Kovner #Brockton #Naples #Florida #Gladys #Brian #Wilmington #Leslie #York #Donna #Alexis #Zachary #Anna #Marcia #Oren #Teddy #City #State #Burton #Maine #Memorial #Judge #Beth #Synagogue #United #Supreme #Small #All- #Chinese #Central #Jefferson #Mount #Joseph #Main #Road #Travis #Foundation #Water #Hallowell
Obituary: Burton G. Shiro, 92
Waterville - On 5, 2016, Burton Grant Shiro passed away peacefully and surrounded by family at Mount Saint Joseph in Waterville, Maine. Burton was born in Newtonville, Massachusetts to Celia and Louis Shiro on 26, 1923. He moved to Waterville as a young boy and was educated in local area schools. He graduated from Colby after his college education was interrupted by 2 years of WWII army service spent primarily in the South Pacific where he was severely wounded during combat. Burton was awarded The Bronze Star Medal, The Purple Heart, The Meritorious Unit Emblem, The American Campaign Medal, The Asiatic-Pacific Campaign Medal with Two Bronze Service Stars (New Guinea and Luzon Campaigns) and Arrowhead for an amphibious assault landing, The World War II Victory Medal, The Combat Infantryman Badge, The Republic of Philippines Presidential Unit Citation Badge, and the Honorable Service Lapel Button WWII.
Burton went on to graduate from Boston University Law School where he met his wife Phyllis Ann Kovner of Brockton, Massachusetts and to whom he was married for sixty-four years. Together they settled in Waterville where he established his law office and remained an active practitioner since 1950. He also enjoyed many winters and good friends in Naples, Florida. Burton is survived by his wife Phyllis; his sister Gladys; his three children: Louis of Waterville, ME; Brian of Wilmington, NC; Leslie of New York, NY; his daughter in-law Donna and two grandchildren, Alexis and Zachary Shiro. Burton was predeceased by his parents, sisters Anna Price and Marcia Beckerman, as well as his brothers, Oren and Teddy Shiro.
A former City Solicitor, State Senator, and Waterville mayoral candidate, Burton was an active member of the Waterville community and strongly supported and assisted in the establishment of the Maine Veterans Memorial in a and the passing of the mandatory seat belt law in the 1960's. Burton was a long-time Judge Advocate for the American Legion of which he was a member for 57 years and also a lifetime member of the Beth Israel Synagogue. He was also a member of the Bar of the United States Supreme Court.
He was a dedicated attorney who defended his clients vigorously and believed in helping people in need. He was known to have accepted payment at times in the form of pies, fish and venison when his clients' resources were limited. Beloved for his special combination of strength and humor, he was a devoted and adored husband and father who enjoyed spending time attending and watching sports of all kinds, but especially his sport of football. Burton was a star high school and college athlete, becoming a Small All-American in football. He also excelled at swimming, biking, putting, and ping-pong. He was also a City of Waterville horseshoe champion. Burton enjoyed all kinds of food and was responsible for introducing Chinese cuisine to the Central Maine area at his family's restaurant, The Jefferson.
His family would like to give thanks to the many relatives, nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends whose love and support is so deeply appreciated. We are also grateful to the staff of MaineGeneral, as well as Dr. Atkins and the skilled nursing team at Mount Saint Joseph for their kind and compassionate care.
A funeral service will be held on 10, 2016 at 10:00 am at Beth Israel Synagogue, 291 Main Street, Waterville. Burial will follow at 12 noon at the Maine Veterans Memorial , 163 Mount Vernon Road, a. Please visit www.redingtonfuneralhome.com to share condolences, memories and tributes with his family.
Donations may be made either to the Travis Mills Foundation, 89 Water Street, Hallowell, ME 04347 (www.travismills.org); the Beth Israel Synagogue P.O. Box 1882, Waterville, ME 04903 (bethisraelwaterville@yahoo.com); or the charitable organization of your choice.

▰ Willard J Shirley

Died November 30, … More Information
Willard J Shirley, born April 12, 1943 entered eternal life November 30, 2015 in Waterville, Maine. Willard was 72. Tags: #Bill #Geraldine #Shirley #Waterville #Willard #Antoinette #Department #Firearms #Police #Combat #Master #Yellow #Sunset #Belgrade #Elks #American #Tammy #Nate #Rhonda #Jeff #Vassalboro #Dawn #Randy #Fairfield #Kelly #Daniel #Matthew #Elizabeth #Amanda #Michael #Canton #Jessica #Joshua #Cattleton #Zachary #Concord #Nathan #Emily #Lauren #Brooklyn #Kayla #Nick #Sidney #Allison #Alivia #Carter #Piper #Veilleux #Street #Christian #Notre #Catholic #Maine #National #Syndrome #Atlanta #Peachtree #Suite
Obituary: LEWISTON - Willard J. Shirley, Jr., fondly known as Bill, 72, husband of Geraldine (Leclair) Shirley, of Waterville, died 30, 2015 after a long, courageous fight against heart disease. He was born 12, 1943 in Waterville, the son of Willard J. Sr. and Antoinette (Webb) Shirley.

Bill met and married the love of his life, Geraldine (Leclair) Shirley on 1, 1964; celebrating 51 years of marriage this year.

He is most well-known for his career as a police officer with the Waterville Police Department, where he was employed from 1964 to 1992. During his career as a police officer he also became a firearms training officer and qualified other patrol officers for firearms; all of this leading to Bill obtaining the esteemed title of Firearms Marksman. He competed in Police Pistol Combat Shooting at a Master Class level and was often referred to as Yellow Sight. He was very well-known throughout the community for his knowledge of weapons and his skill as a marksman.

retiring from the police department, Bill embarked on an adventure with two of his daughters; becoming a restaurant owner. He and his family have successfully run the Sunset Grill in Belgrade Lakes since May 1992. Bill was the esident bartender for all of the customers; many of who quickly became like family to him.

Bill was a long-time member of both the Elks Club and the American Legion.

Bill was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather; who never ceased to give of himself. He taught his children and grandchildren many things, including his love of camping, hunting, racing and other sports; in addition to many of lifes lessons. Some of his happiest moments were those spent with family; almost always with a grandchild or two sitting on his lap.

Surviving in addition to his wife, Geraldine Shirley of Waterville, are four daughters, Tammy Fulling and her husband Nate of Belgrade Lakes, Rhonda Spencer and her fiancé Jeff Pinkham of Vassalboro, Dawn Lambert and her husband Randy of Fairfield , and Kelly Pease of Belgrade; twelve grandchildren Daniel, Matthew and Elizabeth Fulling of Belgrade Lakes, Amanda Gramling and her husband Michael of Canton, GA, Jessica Spencer of Vassalboro, Joshua Spencer of Cattleton, NY, Zachary Pinkham of Concord, NH, Nathan, Emily, Lauren, and Brooklyn Lambert of Fairfield , Kayla Levenseller and her husband Nick of Sidney, and Allison Pease of Belgrade; three great-grandchildren Alivia and Carter Gramling of Canton, GA and Piper Levenseller of Sidney; and several extended family members and friends.

Visitation will be held at Veilleux , 8 Elm Street in Waterville on from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. A mass of Christian burial will be held on , 4, 2015 at 9:00 a.m. at Notre Dame Catholic Church in Waterville, Maine. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Downs Syndrome Association of Atlanta at DSAA, 2221 Peachtree Road NE, Suite D-226, Atlanta, GA 30309.

are under the care and direction of Veilleux , www.veilleuxfuneralhome.com

▰ Willard "Bill" J Shirley Jr

Died November 30, … More Information
Willard "Bill" J Shirley Jr , born April 12, 1943 entered into eternal rest November 30, 2015 in Waterville, Maine. Willard was 72.
Family members and close friends: , Tim Poulin, Chuck Kittrell, Joan Sandy, Leo And Carole Duplessis, Lois+roger Davis, Charley Tomaselli, Susan Leclair, Mike Roddy, Maureen Leclair, Laura Harvey, Tona And Bob Krikorian, Annette Saucier, Julia Grenier, Doug & Colleen Eugley, Mark & Karen Rogers, Susan Hunnewell, Ron Raymond, Donna Taylor, Robert & Mary Rowell, Mike And Laurie Roddy, Laurie/paul Joseph/chvostovsky

▰ Robert G Jr Shirley

Died February 28, … More Information
Robert G Jr Shirley, of Veazie, Maine, went to be with the Lord on February 28, 2020. Robert was 69.
Obituary published: February 29, 2020 in "Bangor D-N"

▰ Kenneth T Shirley

Died July 09, … More Information
Kenneth T Shirley, age 87 of Lincoln, Maine, passed from this world into the next July 9, 2003.
Obituary published: July 10, 2003 in "Bangor D-N"

▰ George Howard Shirley

Died November 05, … More Information
George Howard Shirley, born June 30, 1920 entered eternal life November 5, 2015 in Maine. George was 95. Tags: #Town #George #Stella #Shirley #School #United #Navy #World #Walter #National #Medical #Bethesda #Hospital #Rita #French #Pushaw #Elks #Lodge #Knights #Columbus #Degrees #American #Orono #Howard #Prudential #Florida #Annie #Russell #Milo #Kensington #Beulah #Green #Robert #Holly #Bill #Karin #City #Richard #Faye #Milford #Lisa #Karen #Scott #Gail #Jane #Berlin #Clair #Duffah #Mass #Christian #Parish #Resurrection #Holy #Church #Food #Main #Orphanage
Obituary: OLD TOWN - G. Howard Shirley, 95, died peacefully on 5, 2015 at Orono Commons. He was born 30, 1920 in Old Town to George and Stella (Morrill) Shirley, the third of their five children. He attended Old Town schools graduating from Old Town High School, class of 1938. He enlisted in the United States Navy during World War II and served as a medic at Walter Reed National Military Medical and the Bethesda Naval Hospital. He married Rita Pooler, also of Old Town, in of 1940 and they raised their four children on French Island and enjoyed their camp on Pushaw Lake. He was very active in community life on French Island and in Old Town serving on many committees and in city government as a member of the council for 12 years. He was an active life member of the Elks Club Lodge #1287, Knights of Columbus 1st and 3rd Degrees, and the American Legion. He loved the outdoors, enjoyed hunting, fishing, going to the hunting camp and was an avid sports fan. Howard and Rita purchased the Orono in 1965, while Howard was working at Prudential. He retired from Prudential Insurance after 20 years. Following retirement, he moved to Florida. Rita's death in 1980, he married Annie (Richardson) Russell of Milo and Kensington, CT. He remained active during his retirement years by traveling and spending time with family. He was an avid card player with a special love for solitaire and cribbage. Howard was predeceased by his wife Rita, and his siblings Beulah (White) Green, D. Craig Shirley, and Robert Shirley and step daughter Holly Hutchinson. He is survived by his wife Annie and his children Bill Shirley and his wife Karin of Sun City , FL; Richard Shirley and his wife Faye of Milford; Tom Shirley and his wife Lisa of Old Town; and Karen Madden and her husband Scott of Old Town; step children Gail Backus and her husband Ray of Orono, Jane Cayer of Berlin, CT, step son-in-law Robert Hutchinson of Sun City , FL. He is also survived by his brother Clair Shirley of Orono. Howard was also blessed with grandchildren, nieces and nephews who survive him and will cherish his memory. The family of the Ol' Duffah wishes to thank those special people at Orono Commons for their care and for his enjoyment of daily activities, which enriched the quality of his life. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10 AM at Parish of the Resurrection, Holy Family Church, Old Town. Interment will be at St. Joseph . Immediately following the service all are invited to the Parish Hall for a light luncheon and continued fellowship. In lieu of flowers and carrying out Howard's wishes, donations may be made to the Holy Family Food Cupboard 429 Main St Old Town or to the Old Town Animal Orphanage P.O. Box 565 Orono, ME 04473.

▰ George Howard Shirley

Died November 05, … More Information
George Howard Shirley, born June 30, 1920 entered into eternal rest November 5, 2015 in Old Town, Maine. George was 95.

▰ Genevieve Shirley

Died April 24, … More Information
Genevieve Shirley, born April 6, 1922 gained her wings on April 24, 2014 in Waterville, Maine. GENEVIEVE was 92.
Family members and close friends: , Rod Labbe, Sandra Bolduc, Jeannie Leblanc Ashmore, Ray And Linda Lemieux

▰ Dora (Wooster) [Smith] Shirley

Died June 24, … More Information
Dora (Wooster) [Smith] Shirley, age 85 of Taunton Bay, Maine, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master June 24, 2003.
Obituary published: June 25, 2003 in "Bangor D-N"

▰ Cleveland T Jr "Tim" Shirley

Died September 01, … More Information
Cleveland T Jr "Tim" Shirley, of Sanford, Maine, passed from this world into the next September 1, 2003. Cleveland was 59.
Obituary published: September 02, 2003 in "Portland P H"

▰ Cecil James Shirley

Died February 16, … More Information
Cecil James Shirley, age 76 of Bowdoinham, Maine, went to be with the Lord on February 16, 2007.
Obituary published: February 17, 2007 in "Kennebec J"

▰ William H "Bill" Shirland

Died February 15, … More Information
William H "Bill" Shirland, of Old Town, Maine, passed away peacefully February 15, 1999. William was 75.
Obituary published: February 16, 1999 in "Portland P H"

▰ Shirley M (Nadeau) Shirland

Died March 11, … More Information
Shirley M (Nadeau) Shirland, of Maine, born in New Britian, Connecticut, passed from this world into the next March 11, 2003. Shirley was 75.
Obituary published: March 12, 2003 in "Bangor D-N"

▰ Mae Shirland

Died October 19, … More Information
Mae Shirland, born March 30, 1926 passed away peacefully October 19, 2015 in Lincoln, Maine. Mae was 89.

▰ Elizabeth "Betty" (Gray) Shirland

Died February 17, … More Information
Elizabeth "Betty" (Gray) Shirland, 63, went to be with the Lord on February 17, 2004 in Bucksport, Maine.
Obituary published: February 18, 2004 in "Bangor D-N"

▰ Edwin A Shirland

Died November 11, … More Information
Edwin A Shirland, born May 1, 1932 died on November 11, 2013 in Old Town, Maine. Edwin was 81.
Family members and close friends: , Dan & Joyce Ruskuski, Carolyne Eastman

▰ Judith Elaine Shirk

Died August 29, … More Information
Judith Elaine Shirk, born May 9, 1944 entered into eternal rest August 29, 2015 in South Portland, Maine. Judith was 71.

▰ J Ronald Shirk

Died February 15, … More Information
J Ronald Shirk, age 69 of Maine, born in Paradise, Pennsylvania, passed from this world into the next February 15, 2002.
Obituary published: February 16, 2002 in "Lancaster N-E (PA)"

▰ Rosemary S "Rosie" (Shove) Shiras

Died June 08, … More Information
Rosemary S "Rosie" (Shove) Shiras, age 82 of Maine, born in New York, entered eternal life June 8, 2008.
Obituary published: June 09, 2008 in "Times Record"

▰ Jeffrey Lynn Shira

Died July 27, … More Information
Jeffrey Lynn Shira, born October 19, 1954 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord July 27, 2015 in Athens, Maine. Jeffrey was 60.

▰ Ann G (Mannion) Shira

Died October 15, … More Information
Ann G (Mannion) Shira, of Portland, Maine, left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home October 15, 1997. Ann was 67.
Obituary published: October 16, 1997 in "Portland P H"

▰ Rosemary C (Chattin)[Morrow] Shippee

Died July 11, … More Information
Rosemary C (Chattin)[Morrow] Shippee, age 75 of Maine, born in New Jersey, passed from this life on July 11, 2004.
Obituary published: July 12, 2004 in "Portland P H"

▰ Clifton W Shippee

Died September 22, … More Information
Clifton W Shippee, age 77 of Maine, born in Massachusetts, was anxious to meet his Maker and Master September 22, 2003.
Obituary published: September 23, 2003 in "R Greenfield (MA)"

▰ Clifton W Shippee

Died September 23, … More Information
Clifton W Shippee, of Maine, born in Buckland, Massachusetts, went to be with his Lord and Savior September 23, 2003. Clifton was 77.
Obituary published: September 24, 2003 in "Portland P H"

▰ John W Shipman

Died November 24, … More Information
John W Shipman, age 57 of Maine, born in New York, entered eternal life November 24, 1999.
Obituary published: November 25, 1999 in "Newsday (NY)"

▰ Jane Marie (Finlay) Shipman

Died October 25, … More Information
Jane Marie (Finlay) Shipman, age 84 of Maine, born in Miami, Florida, entered eternal life October 25, 2006.
Obituary published: October 26, 2006 in "Advertiser Democrat"

▰ Louise (Rowe) Shipley

Died January 04, … More Information
Louise (Rowe) Shipley, of Norway, Maine, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she January 4, 2000. Louise was 69.
Obituary published: January 05, 2000 in "Sun Journal"

▰ Louise (Rowe) Shipley

Died January 04, … More Information
Louise (Rowe) Shipley, of Mechanic Falls, Maine, entered the Kingdom of Heaven January 4, 2000. Louise was 69.
Obituary published: January 05, 2000 in "Portland P H"

▰ Lee (Morrison) Shipley

Died January 08, … More Information
Lee (Morrison) Shipley, of Maine, born in Massachusetts, went to be with the Lord on January 8, 2007. Lee was 60.
Obituary published: January 09, 2007 in "Portland P H"

▰ Lee (Morrison) Shipley

Died April 22, … More Information
Lee (Morrison) Shipley, a resident of South Berwick, Maine for decades, died April 22, 2007 in South Berwick, Maine at the age of 60.
Obituary published: April 23, 2007 in "Portland P H"

▰ Barbara Helen (Dow) Shipley

Died February 17, … More Information
Barbara Helen (Dow) Shipley, of Augusta, Maine, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she February 17, 2010. Barbara was 85.
Obituary published: February 18, 2010 in "Kennebec J"

▰ Jonah A Shinton

Died August 28, … More Information
Jonah A Shinton, of Maine, born in Mahanoy City, Pennsylvania, entered the Kingdom of Heaven August 28, 2006. Jonah was 85.
Obituary published: August 29, 2006 in "Sun Journal"

▰ Pauline A (Beaulieu) Shink

Died August 17, … More Information
Pauline A (Beaulieu) Shink, 67 of Lewiston, Maine, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master, August 17, 2002.
Obituary published: August 18, 2002 in "Portland P H"

▰ Robert J Shine

Died February 05, … More Information
Robert J Shine, of Maine, born in New Hampshire, joined the Lord February 5, 2003. Robert was 57.
Obituary published: February 06, 2003 in "Sanford News"

▰ Robert J Shine

Died January 30, … More Information
Robert J Shine, age 57 of Sanford, Maine, passed from this world into the next January 30, 2003.
Obituary published: January 31, 2003 in "FostersDD (NH)"

▰ Robert J Shine

Died January 29, … More Information
Robert J Shine, age 57 of Maine, born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, passed from this life on January 29, 2003.
Obituary published: January 30, 2003 in "FostersDD (NH)"

▰ Robert J Shine

Died January 30, … More Information
Robert J Shine, of Maine, born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, died on January 30, 2003. Robert was 57.
Obituary published: January 31, 2003 in "Manchester U-L (NH)"

▰ Robert J Shine

Died January 29, … More Information
Robert J Shine, of Maine, born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, entered Heaven's gates on January 29, 2003. Robert was 57.
Obituary published: January 30, 2003 in "Manchester U-L (NH)"

▰ Robert J Shine

Died January 29, … More Information
Robert J Shine, age 57 of Maine, born in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, passed away peacefully January 29, 2003.
Obituary published: January 30, 2003 in "J Tribune"
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