Barbara Jean Davis, 63
Barbara Jean (Crosman) Davis, 63, of Cordes Lake Ariz., passed away, July 29, 2006, in her home with her loving husband by her side.
She was born on May 5, 1943, in Lisbon Falls to Russell and Iverne (Roberts) Crosman. She grew up in South Portland with her sisters Edith, Carol, and Beverly, while they attended South Portland High School. She spent many wonderful seasons on Raymond pond.
She worked for a few years at Sebago Moccassin in Bridgton during the 70s, and also owned a store in Norway called Alpine Street Variety in the early 80s. After selling her business, she traveled all over the United States with her husband George until they settled in Arizona.
Barbara lived a full life in the short time she was here raising seven children. She owned the business of her dreams and had fun traveling. She was most remembered for her afghans and her love of bingo, bowling, snowmobiling, dancing and making of new friends.
She will always be remembered as a woman who spoke her mind and did not let anyone get the best of her. Even through her fight with cancer she made it back home to say good-bye to all of her family and friends. She remained strong until returning to Arizona where she lost her battle.
Mrs. Davis will be sadly missed by her husband, George Davis of Arizona; sons, Randall Clark and his wife Mary of Fayette, Russell Clark of Westbrook, Rodney Clark of Cornish; daughters, Tammy Clark of South Paris, Shirley McConkey and husband Scott of Naples, Teresa Richards and husband Michael of Naples, Lisa Parker and husband Lloyd of Raymond; stepson, Jeffery Davis and wife Rosanna of California; stepmother, Jean Crosman of Cutler; sisters, Carol Fogg and husband Robert of Raymond, Beverly Collins and husband James of Rumford, Debra Reynolds and husband Sidney of Sorrento, Pam Cates and husband Robert of Cutler; brothers, Alan Crosman and wife Carol of Cutler, Dean Crosman and wife Susan of Cutler, Forest Crosman of Portland; step sister Betty Richardson of Massachusetts; and her 16 grandchildren. She was predeceased by her parents; her step father E. Albert Jensen; sister Edith Moran; and her stepson Michael Davis.
A memorial was held at her sister Carol Foggs home in Raymond on Aug. 1, 2006, at 1 p.m. Sympathy cards or condolences may be sent to: George A. Davis, 20981 East Cactus Wren Drive, Cordes Lake, Arizona 86333.
Charles G. Church, 88
Veteran of WWII, honored businessman
Charles G. Church, 88, of Portland, died Sept. 6, 2006, at The Cedars Nursing Care Center.
He was born Sept. 5, 1918, in Leominster, Mass., the son of Donald and Grace Church.
Charlie served in the U.S. Army as a Master Sergeant and is a veteran of WWII, where he fought in Europe earning the Purple Heart Medal. He married his wife, Lyn (Pearce) shortly after the war and they settled down in Portland.
Charlie worked for his father’s company, D. H. Church and Sons, for many years before becoming co-founder and president of Lopez and Church, Incorporated, a small-business machine dealership in Portland. During the 60s and 70s, his business flourished and Charlie’s success was once highlighted as a cover story in The Business Digest of Maine. His business acumen and smooth sales manner positioned him as a well-liked and recognized member of the local community. During this time he was President of the New England Office Machine Dealers Association (NEOMDA) and Officer of the National Office Machine Dealers Association (NOMDA). For many years he was a Deacon at Woodford’s Congregational Church in Portland. In 1984, he sold his business and retired.
Charlie’s early retirement years involved many hours on his wooden hulled boat named The Seven C’s. His tinkering on the old vessel truly became a labor of love. Since that time he has spent memorable years at The Atrium Retirement Community and The Cedars Nursing Care Center. He was patient of the Southern Maine Dialysis Facility, who treated him admirably.
He was a member of the Masons in Portland and council member of The Atrium at Cedars. He loved to stay active walking his dogs, playing racquetball and golf. He enjoyed cribbage, poker, and blackjack with his good friend John Paul and a local group of card players affectionately known as Charlie’s Angels at The Atrium. He was known for being a lucky man, was given the nickname Atlas by his friends, and had the knack for walking in a room and everyone liking him.
He was pre-deceased by his wife, Marilyn M. Pearce Church in 1998; and a brother, Donald Church.
He is survived by his five children, Jeff G. Church and his wife Renne of Windham, Brian E. Church and wife Mary of Falmouth, Mass., Craig S. Church and wife Jewel of South Portland, Lori C. Gribbin of Portland, and Lisa C. Foster of Gorham; grandchildren, Adam Cope, Taylor and Walker Church, Caitlin and Aimee Church, Carissa and Jared Church, Danny Gribbin and Alexia Foster.
Services were held at Jones Rich & Hutchins Funeral Home, Portland, followed by burial with military honors at Evergreen Cemetery in Portland.
If desired, memorial donations may be made to National Kidney Foundation of Maine, Box 1134, Portland, Maine 04104 or The Cedars, 630 Ocean Avenue, Portland, Maine 04103.
Helen Morang Glew, 84
Helen Morang Glew, 84, of Cape Elizabeth, died Sept. 7, 2006, at a local hospital with her best friend Nikki by her side.
Helen was born in Machias, on Jan. 28, 1921, the daughter of Frederick and Delia Morang. She attended local schools and was a 1938 graduate of Machias High School.
In her younger years, Helen taught Sunday School. After high school, Helen studied bookkeeping at IBM Corporation in Boston and was employed by Liberty Mutual Insurance. She later returned to Maine and was employed by Todd-Bath Iron Shipbuilding in South Portland.
Upon her marriage to Carlton Glew on September 27, 1941, Helen became a homemaker and subsequently raised two sons. Throughout her life, Helen was an avid cook, gardener and seamstress.
Helen was predeceased by her husband, Carlton W. Glew; and her son, Robert D. Glew.
Helen is survived by her son, Barry A. Glew of Naples; a sister, Vera Morrison of Portland; and three grandchildren.
A graveside service was held at Brooklawn Memorial Cemetery, Portland.
Robert C. Huntley Sr., 74
Korean War vet, outdoorsman
Robert C. Huntley Sr., 74, of Portland, died Sept. 7, 2006, at the Pine Point Health Center.
He was born in Westbrook on April 6, 1932, the son of Karl and Blanche Clarke Huntley.
Robert was educated in Westbrook schools and served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He had worked many years on the coating paper machine at the S.D. Warren Company in Westbrook.
He was a member of the V.F.W. and D.A.V. in South Portland, was an avid outdoorsman enjoying fishing and hunting, and he enjoyed bowling. His greatest passion was cooking and was known with his family as making the best yeast bread on earth. He enjoyed building and flying model airplanes.
Robert is survived by seven sons, David James Brown of Brunswick, Karl Huntley II of Hiram, Clifford F. of Brewer, Robert Huntley Jr. of Portland, Timothy of Gorham, Christopher of Portland and James of No. Waterboro. There is one daughter, Jean Spear of Standish; and one sister, Beverly Plaisted of Westbrook. Also surviving are ten grandsons; seven granddaughters; and three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his best friend, his Siberian husky, Princess.
Robert was predeceased by two brothers, Charles F. and Harold T.; and a sister, Emily Huntley.
A graveside service was held at Woodlawn Cemetery, Westbrook.
The family requests that if memorial donations are desired, they be to the American Heart Association.
Charlotte L. Levesque, 50
Enjoyed cooking, gardening, traveling
Charlotte Lauraine Levesque, 50, of Gardiner, passed away on Sept. 4, 2006, after a brief illness, at Maine Medical Center in Portland with her family around her.
She was born in Portland, a daughter of Rudolph J. and Patricia G. (Dyer) Levesque. She attended South Portland schools and graduated in 1974.
Charlotte (Lori) worked many years in the restaurant business. She loved flower gardening, trips to New Hampshire with her family to Stonehurst, Cathedral Ledge and Bretton Woods. She enjoyed gourmet cooking for friends and family gatherings. Lori enjoyed many summers at the family camp on the Presumpscot River in Gorham, canoeing and exploring coves.
Lori was predeceased by her parents; and a brother, Rudolph J. Levesque III.
She is survived by two brothers, Robert D. of Standish, and Phillip W. of Biddeford; five sisters, Patricia G. Libby of Steep Falls, Shirley A. Fortier of Jackman, Linda J. Levesque of Buxton, Beryl R. Levesque-Millington of Buxton, and Penny S. Berry of Biddeford; three aunts; and many cousins, nieces and nephews.
To honor her wishes, a private service will be held. Arrangements are by Dennett, Craig & Pate Funeral Home, Buxton.
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