The ‘Bless Me, Ultima’ novelist, who influenced a generation of Latino writers, was awarded the National Humanities Medal by President Barack Obama in 2016.
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Todd Miller, 53, avid skier who was beloved at Sunday River
His friends and family remember him as an outdoorsman who lived life to its fullest.
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Theresa Boissonneault, devoted mother, grandmother and Red Sox fan, dies of COVID-19
Mrs. Boissonneault, who was 90, is remembered by her family as a strong, independent and resilient woman who was thrilled when she got to see David Ortiz homer in Game 1 of the 2013 World Series at Fenway Park.
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John Richardson, high-profile lawyer and politician who was Maine House speaker, dies at 62
Richardson, who also ran for governor in 2010 and served as Maine’s economic development commissioner, was known for building consensus and encouraging others to run for office.
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David McConnell, 83, retired headmaster at Kennebunk High School
He also was director of game day operations and head of ushers for the Portland Sea Dogs for 25 years.
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Burundi’s President Pierre Nkurunziza dies at 56
His rule was defined by deadly political violence and a historic withdrawal from the International Criminal Court.
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Jeanne LaChance, 74, owner of JJ’s Eatery Too in Old Orchard Beach
Mrs. LaChance started two restaurants, and was active in many local civic groups.
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World War II nurse born during Spanish flu pandemic dies from COVID-19
Frances Banks, who was 101 years old, grew up in Cape Elizabeth and was a descendant of the early settlers.
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Christine LePage, 41, longtime Hannaford worker who died in crash where fatigue was cited
LePage, of Limerick, the mother of 2 sons, died last week in an automobile crash.
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Feature obituary: Tony Viehmann Jr., 84, counselor in Kennebunk schools
After he retired, Mr. Viehmann wrote 4 children’s books.