James P. Mains Sr., 67

Windham Primary School custodian for 10 years

James P. Mains Sr., 67, of Seavey Street, died Saturday at his home following a brief illness.

He was born in Gorham, on Jan. 10, 1939, a son of Raymond and Elsie Martin Mains.

James served in the United States Army enlisting at the age of 15. His work history included Sebago Moc, A.R. Wright, Westbrook Public Works, S.D. Warren and for the past ten years he worked for the Windham Primary School as a custodian. It was from this last job that he retired.

James hobbies included woodworking for which his mitten racks were famous. He also was a fan of NASCAR and Mark Martin. James loved his Ford pickup truck, and was noted for his enjoyment of Christmas music all year long as well as country western.

He was married for 39 years to Rosemary Douglass who survives him. Other survivors include his Daughter, Kelly G. Shaw and her husband Vinnie of Gorham; a son, Jimmy Jr. of Westbrook and his companion Courtney Kreider of Topsham; a granddaughter, Audrey Rose Shaw; a brother, Edward R. Mains of Buxton; sisters, Edith Perkins of Raymond; Lillian Plummer of Windham; and Mary Vieno of Buxton; and his special friend, Kylie the family dog. A daughter, Raynette plus several brothers and sisters predeceased him.

Addie E. Flaherty, 76

Loved making others laugh

Addie E. Flaherty passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 29, 2006, after a brief illness with her loving family by her side.

She was born on May 4, 1930, to Arthur and Ada Fields in Gray. She attended Pownal and Freeport Schools, and graduated from Freeport High School in 1949.

She was employed by Pratt & Whitney Aircraft in New York for seven years and later moved back to Maine and worked for several years for various shoe shops.

Addie was known for having a heart of gold and always putting other’s needs before her own. Making others laugh was very important to her. She was very talented with crafts and crocheting, and loved to make things for family and friends. She will be sadly missed by all.

She was predeceased by her parents; a brother Arthur Fields; a sister Bernice Linderman; a son James Ralph; and her husband Patrick Flaherty.

Surviving are two daughters: Barbara Mack of Standish, and August Metcalf and her husband Barry of Portland; three sons: John, William, and Patrick all of Portland; a sister, Alice Weitzell of Portland; several grandchildren; great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews;, and many loving friends; and her dear and close friend Arthur Fredrickson.

Lina Rita Rondeau, 79

Deeply religious woman

Lina Rita Rondeau, 79, of Westbrook, passed away peacefully on July 29, 2006, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.

She was born in Westbrook on April 8, 1927, the daughter of Alfred and Alice (Dostie) Gagnon. She attended St. Hyacinth and Westbrook schools. In 1944 Lina was named Miss Westbrook. In her younger years she worked at the S.D. Warren Company. On Jan. 16, 1950, she married Eugene A. Rondeau. They resided in Westbrook, where they raised four sons.

Lina was a deeply religious woman who attended St. Hyacinth Parish all of her life. After her husband passed away in 1985, Lina wintered in Boca Raton, Fla. She was an active participant in Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, where she made many lifelong friends.

Lina was predeceased by her husband; her sister, Violetta Swett; and her brothers, Roger and Philip Gagnon.

She is survived by two brothers, G. Heny Gagnon and his wife Jeanette of Westbrook and Alfred Gagnon and his wife Joan of Scarborough; four sons, Stacy and his wife Cindy of Dacula, Ga., David and his wife Cheryl of Standish, Ronald and his wife Kim of Buxton, and James and his wife Heather of Westbrook; 10 grandchildren, Allison Glaze, Katie Glaze, Paul Glaze, and Jean Pierre Rondeau, all of Georgia, Nicole Rondeau, Allison Turner, Aaron Rondeau, Samuel Rondeau, Adam Rondeau, and Hailey Rondeau, all of Maine.

The family would like to express its thanks for the care provided to Lina from the nurses and staff at the Mercy Oncology Center, and also to the nurses and staff of the Seaside Nursing and Rehabilitation Centerfor the tender, loving care given to Lina in her final days.

Peter H. Snow, 57

Devoted fan of stock car racing

Peter H. Snow, 57, of Scarborough, passed away on July 29, 2006, after a long battle with MS at the Hospice House.

He was born Sept. 27, 1948. He worked for the South Portland Fire Department until his diagnosis and then went on to be an Operating Engineer with Local 4 until he was unable to work.

Gardening was his passion and he was a devoted fan of stock car racing. He also loved spending time with his family and friends.

Peter was predeceased by his father, John H. Snow of Florida. He is survived by his mother Yvonne McKenzie and step-father Bob McKenzie of Yuma, Ariz.; brother Tom H. Snow and niece Erica L. Snow of Scarborough; nephew James H. Snow and great-niece Grace C. Snow of Westbrook; and close companion Kelly Colbath of Naples.

Alma Marie Whiting, 104

Owned small cottage on Little Sebago

Alma Marie Whiting, widow of William B. Whiting died July 25, 2006, at Southridge Rehabilitation & Living Center in Biddeford, at the age of 104.

She was born, the eldest of ten children of Edmond and Cecile (Doiron) Legere, Oct. 24, 1901, in Rogersville, New Brunswick, Canada.

She moved to Maine as a young girl. She attended local schools, and later worked at Union Station where she met her husband to be, William B. Whiting.

They had a home built on Cobb Street in Rosemont, Portland during the height of the great depression, and both worked at whatever jobs were available in order to keep their home. They raised three sons there and even managed to buy a small cottage at Campbell Shores, Little Sebago Lake in North Windham. Their children and grandchildren spent many happy hours there.

Alma became famous for her homemade bread, braided rugs and colorful afghans.

She is predeceased by two sons, Donald W. and his wife June and Eugene R. She was also predeceased by a grandson, Richard; her brother Edmund; and sisters, Marie Town, Helen Valliere, Eva Bouffard and Anna Willey.

Surviving are her son Robert A. Whiting Sr. and daughter-in-law Joan of Denmark; grandchildren, Robert of Scarborough, Wendy Dolci and her husband Robert of Sunnyvale, Calif., Pamela Lewis and her husband Richard of Scarborough, William and his wife Stephanie of Windham, and Julie Whiting of Saco; five great- grandchildren; Mallory and Alyssa Lewis, Ryan and Andrew Whiting, and Sophie Whiting.

She is also survived by a brother and three sisters, Alice Legere,

Christine L’Heureux and her husband Walter, Lillian Guilmette and her husband Paul, all of Sanford; Frederick Legere and his wife Lorraine of Westbrook.

Caelan Emmanuel Saunders

Caelan Emmanuel Saunders, infant son of Pamela and Douglas Saunders, was born on July 19, 2006, and died thereafter on July 21, 2006, at Maine Medical Center.

Caelan is survived by his twin brother, Griffyn Zedidiah Saunders; maternal grandparents Patricia and Richard Castrucci of Laconia, N.H.; paternal grandparents Terry and Kathleen Saunders of Windham; and Anita and Ron Jahoda of Port Townsend, Wa.; along with numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Charles E. Queen, 77

Railroad man for 45 years

Charles E. Queen, 77, resident of Dalton Street in Portland died Sunday, July 23, 2006, at his residence following a long illness. He was born Dec. 24, 1928 in Portland, a son of George and Ethel (Archibald) Queen. He attended schools in Portland.

Mr. Queen served in the U.S. Navy during World War Two.

He was employed as a yardman at the Portland Terminal of the Maine Central Railroad, retiring in 1985, after more than 45 years of service.

He enjoyed traveling with his wife, and had taken many trips in the U.S. including Amish Country, Washington D.C., Williamsburg, California, Washington State and Ohio. Together they also enjoyed taking trips with Maine Line Tours.

Mr. Queen loved to play the lottery, especially Megabucks. He liked playing cribbage, spending time at the racetrack, keeping up with news events by reading the paper, and he also enjoyed walking on the Eastern Promenade. He mostly enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandchildren and loved to tell them stories of his old neighborhood Libbytown in Portland.

He liked to dine at the Dunstan Schoolhouse in Scarborough, and the Village in Portland, and also enjoyed taking out Italian sandwiches from Amato’s. He was an animal lover and was especially fond of his grand dog Joey.

He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Florence (McLinden) Queen of Portland; six children: Barbara R. Colby of Colorado Springs, Colo.; Donald W. and his wife Karen Queen of Richland, Wa.; Thomas G. and his wife Robyn Queen of So. Casco; Marjorie A. Queen of Old Orchard Beach; Mary C. Queen of Windham; and Christopher P. Queen of Portland; a sister Marjorie Opsitnik of Youngstown, Ohio; a brother Ralph and his wife Sally Queen of South Portland; seven grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

John Townsend, 68

Loved to hunt and fish

John Townsend, 68, a resident of Beechwood St. died Friday, July 28, 2006, at his residence after a long illness surrounded by his family.

Mr. Townsend was born March 11, 1938, in St. John, New Brunswick, the son of Jack and Ardis Townsend, and attended Calais Schools.

A longtime meat cutter, he began his career with Sam Small in Rockland, and after 40 plus years, retired from the meat department of Hannaford’s in Rockland seven years ago, due to his failing health.

He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren, loved to hunt and fish, and never missed a Georges Valley High School soccer game, which his son has coached for many years.

Survivors include his wife of 44 years, Claudette Bouchard Townsend of Thomaston; three sons: Darryl Townsend and is wife Heidi of Thomaston; Glenn Jordan and his wife Beth of St. Louis, Mo.; and Stephen Jordan and his wife Robin of Minnesota; three daughters: Christine Wilson and her husband Gary of Warren; Janelle Pratt and her husband Kevin of Warren; and Cheryl Glandon and her husband Bob of Texas; grandchildren Drew and Sam Townsend of Thomaston, Travis Wilson of Warren, Jessica Gossage of Rockland, Nicole Pratt and Mickayla Pratt both of Warren, Shannon Jordan of Standish , and Meredith Jordan, of Charleston, Lauren Jordan, Brittney Jordan and Adrianna Jordan, all of St. Louis, Joshua Niles, Seth Niles and Micah Glandon, all of Texas, Jessica Jordan and Sarah Jordan, both of Florida; four great-grandchildren: Bryton Townsend and Caleb Gossage, both of Rockland,

Austin and Gage Ahlemeyer, both of Standish; a sister Nancy Tinker; a niece Jody Tinker; and nephew Jeremy Tinker, all of Connecticut.

Katy V. Henderson, 82

Liked to try new recipes

Katy V. Henderson, 82, passed away on Wednesday, July 26, 2006, at her home after a courageous battle with breast cancer.

She was born in Danforth on April 8, 1924, a daughter of Gilbert and Mae Spinney. She graduated from Danforth High School in 1942.

While serving in the Women’s Army Corp., she met her husband of 60 years, James Henderson.

Mrs. Henderson enjoyed cooking, and liked to try new recipes. She loved to work with her hands, creating many arts and crafts. Katy was most happy when she was spending time with her family and her dog Schultzie. She is survived by her loving husband Jim Henderson; her son, John Henderson and his fiancee Sandra Warters; two daughters, Beverly Sylvester and Trudy Jordan and her husband Chris; her brother Gilbert Spinney; four grandchildren, Jay Henderson and his wife Tracy; Kimberlee Sylvester; Owen Sylvester and his wife Barbara; Mandy Jordan; and two great-grandchildren, Blake and McKenzie Henderson.

Lorin T. Dyer, 85

Enjoyed spending time with family

Lorin T. Dyer, 85, passed away July 27, 2006, at his home.

Born on Sept. 14, 1920, in Dexter, to Percy C. Dyer and Irene G. Dyer, he was the eldest of three sons. He attended Dexter schools.

Lorin married Millicent Martin, in Dexter, and the couple moved to South Portland, to raise their family. He worked at New England Shipbuilders as a crane operator, and performed other various jobs. In 1961, he joined the Carpenters Union, and he worked as a carpenter until his retirement in 1983.

Mr. Dyer enjoyed his trips to the race track, scenic drives, cooking, and spending time with his family.

He was predeceased by his lovely wife, Millicent; his brothers Floyd and O’Neil; and his daughter Diane.

He’s survived by his sons, David Dyer and his wife Patty of South Portland, and Dale Dyer and his wife Jean of Saco; grandchildren: Denise Littlefield and husband David of Scarborough, Kathy Dyer of South Portland, Cindy Dyer of Saco, Melanie Francis and her husband Tim of Buxton, Amy Lovejoy and husband Dennis of Buxton, Brian Dyer and wife Mindy of Saco, and Karen DiCenso and husband Keith of Steep Falls. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren: Samantha, Nicole, and Dennis Lovejoy, Dylan and Lauren Francis, Ashley Littlefield, Bella Hankston/Dyer, and Olivia Dyer.

M.A. Madeleine Pouliot Green

Actions were guided by faith

M.A. Madeleine Pouliot Green passed away on July 24, 2006, at home, surrounded by her family.

She was born in Groveton, N.H. on June 24, 1927, daughter of Joseph and Florida Houle Pouliot. She attended school in Canada and St. Mary’s Academy, Island Pond, Vt., before graduating from Cathedral High School in 1945. In 1953, Madeleine married Joseph H. Green and together they raised three children. Joseph passed away in 2002, a few months before the couple’s 50th wedding anniversary.

Madeleine was a secretary employed by Sealtest Ice Cream, Union Mutual, and finally the Portland Public School System. The majority of her career was devoted to working at Deering High School and then Lincoln Middle School.

She will be remembered as a faithful member of St. Joseph’s Parish Church in Portland and an active member of Cumberland County Retired Employees’ Association.

Numerous interests filled her life including gardening, knitting, reading, walking, Tai Chi/Eldercise, and cooking, but all her activities centered on her family, friends, and especially her grandchildren. Three grandchildren came to her house everyday after school for many years. Prior to her illness, she had cared for her elderly mother and chronically ill husband and comforted many sick friends.

Her family and friends will always remember her as an honest, gentle person who reached out to those in need. Her actions as a person were guided by her faith. She is survived by her son and his wife, Drs. Stephen J. Green and Stephanie A. Green of Dix Hills, N. Y.; her two daughters, C.B. Jane Green Hess of San Antonio, Texas and M. Louise Densmore of Windham; a brother and his wife, Marcel and Elsie Pouliot of New Iberia, La.; a sister, Catherine R. Trent of York; and two sisters-in-law, Elizabeth Guptil of Portland, and Sr. Catherine Green of Stillwater. Gigi will be sadly missed by her loving grandchildren: Andrew S. and Christopher R Green of Dix Hills; Caitlin E. and Lauren S. Hess of San Antonio, Texas, and Nicole M., Bryan J. and Kristen R. Densmore of Windham; a very close cousin, Laurette St. Cyr of Portland; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Throughout her two-year illness, Madeleine remained at home with the help and companionship of her granddaughter, Kristen. The rest of her family also added needed support so that she could remain in her home until the end. She was very appreciative of her many loyal friends.

Madeline B. Greenwood Sylvia, 95

Nicknamed Tillie, waitress in Portland

Madeline B. (Greenwood) Sylvia, 95, passed away Thursday, July 27, 2006, at Ledgewood Manor where she had been a resident since October, 2005.

She was born on Munjoy Hill in Portland, and grew up in Libbytown, the daughter of Walter H. and Grace E. (Martell) ) Greenwood.

Nicknamed Tillie, she was a waitress in the Portland area for many years.

Her first husband, Thomas J. Maley died in 1949. Her second husband, Albert Sylvia, died in 1984. They had made their home in Massachusetts for many years, but returned to Maine to be closer to her family. She was also predeceased by her parents; a brother, Richard Greenwood; and two sisters, Caroline and Viola.

Surviving her are a sister, Betty Grover of Cherryfield; two sons, Thomas J. Maley Jr. of Westbrook, and George W. Maley; a daughter, Caroline Curtis and her husband Ronald of Standish; nine grandchildren; three special grandchildren who gave her much love and care: Steven A. Curtis, Bernice Landry and Ronda (Curtis) Kenney); 14 great-grandchildren; nieces; nephews; and cousins.

Private graveside service will be held at Forest City Cemetery, South Portland. The Rev. Normand Carpentier will officiate. The family would like to express their thanks to those special hearts at Ledgewood whose care and devotion have meant so much.

Ross Raymond Googins, 83

Left many surviving loved ones

Ross Raymond Googins of Sebago Lake, peacefully departed this life for his heavenly home on Saturday, June 17, 2006, in Toledo, Ohio, at the age of 83.

Ray was born in Old Orchard Beach, July 22, 1922, to William and Muriel (Milliken) Googins.

He is survived by his loving wife Alice Googins; children: Stephen (Sheila) Googins (Toledo, Ohio); Teri (Donald) Byrnes (Westbrook); Cindy (Donald) Sakshaug (Sedro Woolley, Wash.); Richard Knights (Augusta); Amber (David) Bragdon (Scarborough); Karen Knights (Gray); David Kuntze and Paul Kuntze; Betty (Roger) Eaton; Nancy (Joe) Gobbi (New Hampshire); and Bill Makey (New Hampshire); brother Caroll (Ron) Googins (Topsham); sister-in-law Janet Nelson; brother-in-law Russell (Elaine) Lund (Falmouth); Charles Prunier (Southbridge, Mass.); Owen (Gloria) Kimball and William (Julie) Fernstorm (San Diego, Calif.) Ray leaves eight grandchildren; and 11 great-grandchildren; special grandson Christopher Darrington; and a host of relatives and friends.

His former wives Frances Lund, Patricia Kuntze, and Ilona Knights; sister Rena Prunier; and parents William Googins and Murial Gooch preceded Ray in death.

Victoria Mary Martin, 81

Enjoyed crafts and traveling

Victoria Mary Martin, 81, of School St., passed away Sunday, July 23, 2006, at a Portland hospital after a brief illness.

She was born in Wilkes-Barre, Pa., the daughter of Valentine and Mary Bogumil Kumor. She worked at Sebago Moc. Shoe Company, for many years before retiring. After her retirement she operated a floral and craft business with her daughter Martha Butler.

Victoria enjoyed crafts and traveling, especially to Foxwoods and Las Vegas. She loved animals and bird watching, and she especially loved spending time and playing with her great-grandchildren. She was very young at heart, and was not afraid to get down on the floor to play with them.

She was pre deceased by her husband Robert F. Martin in 1990.

She is survived by her children Martha Butler of Buxton, Robert Martin of Goosecreek, S.C., and Roberta Claflin of Brush, Colo.; grandchildren Tony Claflin of Akron, Colo., and Cherie Butler of Standish; great-grandchildren Devin Butler of Standish, and Courtney Claflin of Akron, Colo.; and sisters, Mrs. Veronica Kovalaski of Warren, Miss., Mrs. Mary Petyo of Nuangola, Pa., Mrs. Genevieve Przyt, Mrs. Bernandine Boler, and Mrs. Loretta Grochowski, all of Wilkes-Barre, Pa.