Legislative record house appendix

Patricia Lucille Mascetta, of Millinocket, who served in the United States Army during World War II. Mrs. Mascetta was born and raised in Millinocket, and was a graduate of Stearns High School, Class of 1939, and from Eastern Maine General Hospital School of Nursing, Class of 1943. She joined the United States Army, serving in the 34th Evacuation Hospital on the European front, following General George Patton, and she also served in the United States. She married Amerigo "Mickey" Mascetta on her birthday in 1948 and returned to Millinocket. Mrs. Mascetta worked for more than 30 years at Millinocket Regional Hospital as a registered nurse. She also worked as a volunteer for more than 20 years for "Reach to Recovery," having been a breast cancer survivor. Mrs. Mascetta will be greatly missed and long remembered by her loving family and friends; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 1452)

John Farmer, of Lubec and Millinocket. Mr. Farmer was born and raised in Lubec and graduated from Lubec High School. He joined the United States Marine Corps in 1954 and after he was discharged he worked for the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company, where he'd worked before joining the service. He was transferred to Millinocket, where he met and married Dodo Boutaugh. Mr. Farmer was a manager for the company until 1980, when he, with a partner, opened and operated Farmer's Red and White until he retired in 1991. He was a member of Washington Masonic Lodge No. 37, Lubec and the Lubec Lions Club and served as a deacon and president of Christian Temple Church in Lubec. He will be greatly missed and long remembered by his loving family and friends; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 1453)

Bernard E. Gerry, Jr., of Millinocket, a United States Marine Corps veteran of World War II. He was a 1939 graduate of Stearns High School. He attained the rank of sergeant before being discharged in 1946. Mr. Gerry returned to Millinocket after the war and continued his work for Great Northern Paper Company, where he had started working in 1939. He retired as paper mill superintendent in 1986 with 47 years of service. Mr. Gerry was honored as 1985 Superintendent of the Year by the Paper Industry Management Association. He will be greatly missed and long remembered by his loving family and friends; (HLS 1454)

Judy Brossmer, of Brooks, who was named Realtor of the Year by the Midcoast Council of Realtors. Mrs. Brossmer is involved in her community, working on the road commission and planning board, as well as with Brooks Congregational Church and the Marsh River Theater. She is organizing and developing the annual variety show of the Marsh River Theater for the Midcoast Council of Realtors fund-raiser this year. We congratulate her on her receiving this well-deserved honor; (HLS 1455)

the Reverend Scott Planting, of Farmington, upon the occasion of his retirement after 35 years as the pastor of the Fairbanks Union Presbyterian Church in Farmington, as well as churches in New Portland and North New Portland. Mr. Planting began his service in Farmington in 1974 when he was an intern to the parish, and he became the pastor in 1975. He has also served as Executive Coordinator of the Mission at the Eastward in Farmington, which provides a Christian witness to rural communities in West Central Maine, organizes congregations in underserved communities and provides social outreach. Mr. Planting also is stepping down after more than 20 years as Chair of the Board of Directors of the 82 High Street Housing Project. We send our appreciation to the Reverend Scott Planting for his dedication and service to the community and send him our best wishes as he takes up his new position as Director of Maine Sea Coast Mission in Bar Harbor; (HLS 1456)

Benjamin Dickey, of Gardiner, a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 678, who has attained the high rank and distinction of Eagle Scout. This is the highest award in Boy Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. For his Eagle Scout service project, Benjamin built 2 kayak and canoe racks for a girls camp in New Hampshire. We extend our congratulations to him on this achievement; (HLS 1457)

Frank L. Mitchell Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 3335, of Jay, on the occasion of its 75th anniversary, June 14, 2010. The Post has been and continues to be an important part of the Jay community, providing services and support to veterans and their families and others who reside in the area communities. Through the dedication and diligence of its commanders, officers and members, the Post is the 20th oldest continuously active VFW post in the State. It currently has a membership of 454 war veterans. We extend our congratulations to the members of Frank L. Mitchell Veterans of Foreign Wars Post No. 3335 in Jay as they celebrate this anniversary; (HLS 1458)

Matthew Rausch, of Ellsworth, who won First Place in the Division M4 Golf - Level 4 Stroke Play 9 Hole at the 2010 Special Olympics USA National Games. Matthew was one of 4 golfers from Maine and one of 179 golfers from 39 states who competed during the national games. Nearly 3,000 Special Olympic athletes from across the United States competed in 13 competitive sports in Lincoln, Nebraska during the week of July

18-23, 2010. We congratulate Matthew on his winning First Place and send him our best wishes; (HLS 1459)

Robert and Mabel Cox, of Chesterville, who were named the Outstanding Community Citizens by the Farmington Emblem Club #460. Mr. and Mrs. Cox are always active in their community, helping with church suppers, visiting shut-ins and helping in youth activities. We acknowledge their commitment to helping others and the greater Farmington area, and we send them our congratulations on their receiving this well-deserved award; (HLS 1460)

Colin G. Hubbard, of Parsonsfield, a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 375, who has attained the high rank and distinction of Eagle Scout. This is the highest award in Boy Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. For his Eagle Scout service project, Colin raised funds to provide for a new signboard for the West Baldwin Church and was the general contractor for its installation, landscaping and maintenance. We extend our congratulations to Colin on this achievement; (HLS 1461)

Beatrice Fitts, of Quincy, Massachusetts and Waterford, Maine, on the occasion of her 100th birthday. Born on November 17, 1910, Ms. Fitts and her family would travel to Waterford, Maine each year, as her mother was a member of the long-established Rice family. They eventually purchased the home on Valley Road that Ms. Fitts still uses every summer. This year will mark the 100th year she has summered in Waterford. Ms. Fitts established a remarkable career as a music teacher. She is considered to be a storehouse of historical information regarding the Town of Waterford and has volumes of scrapbooks, diaries and pictures. We welcome Ms. Fitts to Maine, and we extend our best wishes to her on the centennial celebration of her life; (HLS 1462)

the Town of Lubec, which was named the 3rd Best Little Beach Town in the United States by Travel and Leisure magazine. The list of 23 towns is part of the magazine's 15th annual World's Best Awards, which are compiled through readers' nominations. The magazine article notes the Down East location of Lubec, near the border with New Brunswick, Canada, and describes an elegant Victorian and Greek Revival-style downtown, 97 miles of shoreline, 2 lighthouses and easy access to the former Roosevelt summer home on Campobello Island, which is now an international park. We acknowledge the quaintness and charm of our nation's easternmost town, and we join Lubec's municipal leaders and residents in celebrating this mark of distinction; (HLS 1463)

Bonnie Holding, of Carrabassett Valley, who has been honored by L.L. Bean as one of its 2010 L.L. Bean Outdoor Heroes for her ongoing work with the Casting for Recovery program, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and supporting women who have or have had breast cancer. Ms. Holding, a Master Maine Guide, has volunteered her time as a program coordinator and retreat leader for the organization for the last 11 years. She is one of only 6 people in the nation to be honored as an Outdoor Hero this year. L.L. Bean gives the award to those who have dedicated their time to preserving the outdoors and who help to change the world around us for the better. Ms. Holding has been a Registered Maine Guide for 20 years and, in 2005, was recognized by Outdoor Life magazine as one of the top guides in all of North America. We congratulate Ms. Holding on her receiving this well-deserved award and send her our best wishes; (HLS 1464)

Christine Simpson, of Windham, on the occasion of her 80th Birthday. Christine B. Colucci was born in Portland on August 13, 1930. On October 14, 1950, she married Calvin Warren Simpson, whom she met while working at a Montgomery Ward department store. In addition to serving as a switchboard operator and elevator operator at the store, Mrs. Simpson also worked at the Salvation Army for 10 years as a manager and she has worked at Marden's Surplus and Salvage for over 15 years. We congratulate her on this special birthday and we send her our best wishes; (HLS 1465)

Norman L. Smith and the late Donald W. Smith, of North Yarmouth, upon being selected as the 2010 North Yarmouth Citizens of the Year. Mr. Norman Smith has dedicated approximately 65 years to the Town of North Yarmouth and has served in a number of capacities, including as a member of the School Fund Trustees, the Fire Department, the Budget Committee and the Board of Selectmen, as well as serving as the Tax Collector, the Town Clerk and the Town Treasurer and on the Water District. Mr. Donald Smith also served his community in many ways, including as a member of the Board of Selectmen, the School Board, the Appeals Board, the Future Land Committee, the Fire Department and the Recreation Committee. He also served as the Town Moderator in addition to starting Little League in North Yarmouth. We extend our appreciation to these brothers for the outstanding contributions they have made to the Town of North Yarmouth; (HLS 1466)

Guy A. Boulay, of Wells and a member of Boy Scout Troop No. 356, who has attained the high rank and distinction of Eagle Scout. This is the highest award in Boy Scouting and is given for excellence in skills development, leadership, personal growth and community service. For his Eagle Scout Leadership Service Project, Guy constructed a stone base for flowers around the "Welcome to Wells" sign on Route 109 and also restored 5 existing river road signs. We extend our congratulations to Guy for achieving this exemplary mark of distinction; (HLS 1467)

Richard A. Hebert, of Lewiston, a prominent member of his community. Mr. Hebert was a graduate of St. Dominic High School, Class of 1954. He was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish at Holy Cross Church and served in the United States Army Reserve's Medical Unit. Mr. Hebert started out in business with his father in 1955 and later became president of Hebert Construction Company, retiring in 2001. He has left a legacy in the community that will endure and grow for many years to come. He served as chairman of Sister of Charities Health Care System, a board member of Mid Maine Bank and a board member of the Lewiston Economic Growth Council. He will be greatly missed and long remembered by his loving family, his many friends and his community; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 1468)

Philip Henry Shea, of Ellsworth, a longtime active member of his community. Mr. Shea was a 1947 graduate of Ellsworth High School, and he worked for Bar Harbor Motor Company, Central Maine Transport Co., H. D. Carter Lumber Company and E. L. Shea, Inc. He retired in 1996. Mr. Shea belonged to numerous fraternal and charitable organizations, such as the Ellsworth Jaycees, Lygonia Masonic Lodge #40, Acadia Chapter, Anah Shrine and Hancock County Shrine Club. He was very active in the community, serving on many boards and committees, including the Ellsworth Planning Board, the Ellsworth City Council, the Ellsworth High School Alumni Association and the Ellsworth Housing Authority. Mr. Shea was Chairman of the

Hancock County Republican Committee and represented the county on the State Committee. He served as President of the Penobscot Chapter of AARP, and he was a member of Downeast Triad, the Ellsworth Historical Society, the YMCA and the Maine Heritage Policy Center. We acknowledge his exemplary community service through the years. He will be greatly missed

by his loving wife of 57 years, Grace, his family and his many neighbors and friends; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 1469)

Mark and Heidi Gifford, of Bradley, for their exemplary service to the community in the organization and fund-raising for the Bradley Fun Day celebration. Mr. and Mrs. Gifford created the idea for Bradley Fun Day, a celebration of their town that has become an annual event with a parade, a dog show, a kids play area, a pie contest, music and many other activities that bring the citizens of the area together. Bradley Fun Day receives minimal municipal funding and relies on donations and fund-raising events. Mr. and Mrs. Gifford energetically and enthusiastically help create one of the greatest small-town social events in New England, and we send them our appreciation for their hard work. We join the good people of Bradley in congratulating Mark and Heidi Gifford on their commitment to their community; (HLS 1470)

the Phillips High School Graduating Class of 1960, on the occasion of its 50th anniversary: Sandra Campbell Carson, James Carlisle, the late Lorraine Dunham Gordon, Gerald Ellis, John Flagg, the late Elsie Huntington Laplante, Terry Kenniston, Ronald Leavitt, Dona McMinnmam Whittemore, Evangeline Oliver Prescott, Madeline Sargent Warren, Frank Savage, Steven Smith, the late Susan Thurlow Gagne, Arthur Witham, Sheila Voter Campbell, the late Michael White, Carolyn Whorff Rinaldo and the late Leeland Toothaker. We congratulate the Class of 1960 on this anniversary; (HLS 1471)

Beverly Wight Smith, of Mount Vernon, on the occasion of her 80th birthday. Mrs. Smith was born and raised in Vienna and traces her ancestry back to some of the earliest settlers of the area. She is a descendant of Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross. She is the mother of 4 children, whom she raised in Mount Vernon and she worked for the State of Maine for 26 years at the Workers' Compensation Board. Over the years, Mrs. Smith has researched, documented and published the history of Mount Vernon and Vienna. In 1983, she published a book, "Turning Back," the history of these towns, and started writing historical plays about the area. She has written one play every year since then. These plays are performed locally with local talent and benefit the entire community, raising money for the historical society and bringing the history of the towns to life. We send our appreciation to Mrs. Smith for her many thoughtful contributions to the towns of Mount Vernon and Vienna, and we join the citizens of these towns in congratulating her on her birthday; (HLS 1472)

Rosalynne Walli, of Avon, who was named the 2010 Honored Person at the Phillips Old Home Days celebration by the Phillips Area Chamber of Commerce. Mrs. Walli has lived in Avon all her life and has been a great asset to the Avon and Phillips communities, volunteering throughout the years and always willing to lend a hand and be a good neighbor. We join the towns of Avon and Phillips in congratulating Rosalynne Walli on her receiving this honor; (HLS 1473)

George and Noreen Cummings, of Livermore Falls, on the occasion of their 50th Wedding Anniversary. Mr. and Mrs. Cummings were married on February 14, 1960 at the First Baptist Church in Livermore Falls, with the Reverend Bernard Alderman officiating. Today they enjoy a family that includes 7 children and 24 grandchildren. We extend our congratulations to Mr. and Mrs. Cummings on their Golden Anniversary, and we send them our best wishes for continued happiness; (HLS 1474)

David A. Peterson, of New Sweden, upon his retirement after 23 years as President and Chief Executive Officer of The Aroostook Medical Center. In 1968, Mr. Peterson earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science from the University of Maine at Orono. He served as an officer in the United States Army Medical Service Corps for 3 years and then returned to his alma mater to earn a Master of Business Administration degree in 1973. Mr. Peterson has served on numerous boards and organizations, including the Maine Hospital Association, the Health Policy Council, the Governing Council of the American Hospital Association's Section for Small or Rural Hospitals, the Board of Directors of Maine Network for Health, the Board of Trustees of the Maine School of Science and Mathematics and the Northern Maine Community College General Advisory Council. We acknowledge Mr. Peterson's committed involvement with and various contributions to his community and to the State. We congratulate him on his retirement and send him our best wishes; (HLS 1475)

Daniel J. Kaler, of Boothbay, known as Dan the Lobsterman. Born in Bath, he was a graduate of Morse High School. He served 2 tours of duty during the Vietnam War in the United States Marine Corps with the Third Marine Division, earning qualifications as a Navy-Marine Parachuter, Scuba Diver and Field Radio Operator. When he left the Marine Corps, Mr. Kaler became a self-employed lobsterman. He fished from boats of various styles, including a unique, Bristol Bay style aluminum fishing boat of his own design that was one of the first aluminum fishing boats in the area. He also served for many years with his brother as a caretaker for Damariscove Island. In 1989, with his wife Mary, he started Daniel Kaler and Sons Wholesale Seafood. In 1998 he built and developed Kaler's Crab and Lobster House restaurant. Mr. Kaler will be greatly missed and long remembered by his loving family and many friends; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 1476)

Richard Eugene Caton III, of Strong, police chief for the Town of Farmington. He was born in Farmington and attended the Phillips school and graduated from Mt. Abram High School, class of 1975, in which he served as class president. Mr. Caton graduated from the University of Maine at Augusta, earning an associate degree in Criminal Justice and a bachelor's degree in Public Administration. He graduated from the Maine Criminal Justice Academy in 1980 and he went on to be a police officer for the Farmington Police Department after working 5 years in the Franklin County Sheriff's Department as a deputy. He was promoted in 1989 to detective sergeant and to lieutenant in 1995 and became the police chief in 1998. He volunteered with many organizations, including Boy Scout Troop No. 592, BPO Elks Lodge 2430, the Lions Club and Blue Mountain Masonic Lodge 67. He was a member of the Maine Chiefs of Police Association, the International Association of Chiefs of Police and the Maine Judicial Branch Domestic Violence Advisory Committee and was on the Board of Directors of Evergreen Behavioral Services. We acknowledge Mr. Caton's dedicated commitment to his community and to the State. He will be greatly missed and long remembered by his loving family, his friends and those whose lives he touched; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 1477)

Rose K. Wade, of Mount Vernon, who was known for her generosity and kindness. Mrs. Wade was born in Lynn, Massachusetts, and attended schools in the Lynn area. She moved to Palermo in the 1940s and to Mount Vernon in 1974. A homemaker for most of her life, Mrs. Wade raised 5 children. She was a longtime active member of the Grange and Pomona

and was a lifetime member of the Arbutus Chapter, Order of the Eastern Star in Liberty. She enjoyed knitting and crocheting and spent many hours and years knitting mittens, socks, hats, sweaters and scarves for disadvantaged children and cancer patients. Mrs. Wade knitted over 500 hats for patients with cancer through the Maranacook Yarn project. She donated knitted items to organizations such as the Maine Department of

Health and Human Services, the Mount Vernon Rescue Christmas Santa program and the Maine State Employees Head Start Christmas program. We acknowledge her dedicated commitment to the community and to those in need. She will be greatly missed and long remembered by those whose lives she touched; (IN MEMORIAM) (HLS 1478)

Charles "Charlie" Labonte, Deputy Chief of Police of the Saco Police Department, on his retirement after serving the City of Saco for more than 38 years. Mr. Labonte began his law enforcement career with the Saco Police Department as a patrolman in 1972. His abilities were quickly recognized and he was promoted to detective in 1973, to sergeant in 1976, to captain in 1977, and, in 1987, to Deputy Chief. Mr. Labonte is known for his integrity and commitment to the highest ideals of law enforcement, and his leadership has been particularly valued by the Traffic Safety Committee and Saco Spirit. He is one of the longest-serving public safety officers in the city's history. We send our appreciation to Charles Labonte for his many years of service to his community and to the State; (HLS 1479)

Nadeen Daniels, of Auburn, as she leaves the positions of Town Clerk and Human Resources Director of the Town of Cumberland. Ms. Daniels served 8 years with distinction in Cumberland after first serving as city clerk in South Portland starting in 1977 and then assistant city manager in Portland. She is a former president of the Maine Town and City Clerks' Association and of the Cumberland County Municipal Clerks Association. Ms. Daniels received the 2009 Lorraine M. Fleury Award from the Secretary of State for making a significant contribution to the election process and exemplifying the qualities of fairness, experience, knowledge and service. Ms. Daniels initiated the first mobile voting unit for the Town of Cumberland, which helped increase voter turnout to 83 percent in the November 2008 election. We send our appreciation to Nadine Daniels for her many years of dedicated commitment to her community and to the State. We send her our best wishes for continued success; (HLS 1480)

Run for the Fallen Maine, on the occasion of the organization's 3rd annual run to honor Maine's heroes. Run for the Fallen Maine is dedicated to keeping alive the memory of our military heroes who gave their lives to protect our freedom since September 11, 2001. The run will be held on August 22, 2010 and follows a 65-kilometer course from Ogunquit to Portland, with each kilometer being dedicated to the memory of one of 65 heroes who lived in Maine, had family from Maine or had some ties to Maine. We join all the citizens of Maine in sending our appreciation to Run for the Fallen Maine for honoring the people who gave the ultimate sacrifice to their State and Nation; (HLS 1481)

Christopher Mosca, of Augusta, for his outstanding contributions to improving academic achievement and the aspirations of Maine students. Mr. Mosca has served as principal of Greely High School in Cumberland during the past 8 years. Under his leadership and due to his advocacy, the school adopted the International Baccalaureate program to make students more aware of the world beyond the United States. The school also successfully received its reaccreditation and the school campus underwent extensive construction and renovation during his tenure. He was named Maine High School Principal of the Year in 2006. Mr. Mosca previously served as principal of Cony High School in Augusta in addition to other schools in New England. He has been active in the Maine Principals' Association as a member of the National Honor Society Committee, and he has presented on various aspects of high school reform at New England region and state conferences. We extend our appreciation to Mr. Mosca and send him our best wishes on his future endeavors; (HLS 1482)

Leonard M. Nelson, of Falmouth, for his dedicated service to the State. Mr. Nelson is a member of the Board of Trustees of the Portland Museum of Art. He was President of the Board of Trustees of the Portland Symphony Orchestra and a trustee of the Waynflete School. He was chair of the Maine State Commission on the Arts and the Humanities, a member and chair of the Falmouth town council, chair of the National Endowment for the Arts Music Policy Panel and a trustee of the Portland Public Library. Mr. Nelson has been a lawyer with the law firm of Bernstein, Shur, Sawyer & Nelson for 50 years. We extend our appreciation to Mr. Nelson for his commitment to the citizens of the State; (HLS 1483)