Kenneth A. Grover, 99, died peacefully, with family members at his side, Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at Sussman House in Rockport. Born in Augusta on March 7, 1927, he was the son of N. Merle Grover and Mildred Katharin Newton, and was raised on a dairy farm in North Augusta. He and his three siblings […] The post Kenneth A. Grover ’47 appeared first on Alumni.

Zachary Blaine McKechnie had a way of lifting the people around him—full of life, often humming a catchy tune, already thinking ahead to the next project, the next adventure, or the next person he wanted to connect with. He passed away on March 21, 2026, as the result of a motor vehicle accident, just one […] The post Zachary B. McKechnie ’24 appeared first on Alumni.

Captain Terry Alan Rycenga, United States Merchant Marine (Ret.), 66, a highly respected Master Mariner and Commanding Officer in the United States Navy’s Military Sealift Command Combat Logistics Force fleet, crossed the final bar on March 13, 2026, peacefully at home in Palm City, Florida, surrounded by the love of his family and closest friends. […] The post Capt. Terry A. Rycenga ’81 appeared first on Alumni.

Joseph Alva Shepard, 82, of Myrtle Beach, SC formerly of Rhode Island passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at his residence. He was born August 4, 1943, in Providence, Rhode Island, a son of Joseph Kenneth Shepard and Gladys Carr Shepard. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Judith […] The post Joseph A. Shepard ’65 appeared first on Alumni.

Greenville and Stephenson, Virginia – Albert E. McPherson, 67, passed away suddenly February 10, 2026, at his home. He was born October 27, 1958, in Fort Kent, the son of Ewan and Edith (Hughes) McPherson. Albert was a 1977 graduate of Greenville High School and a 1981 graduate of Maine Maritime Academy. He worked all […] The post Albert E. McPherson ’81 appeared first on Alumni.

John F. McCormack Jr., of Buxton, Maine, passed away on February 10th in New Smyrna Beach, Florida. Born in Portland, Maine, John was the son of John and Marion (O’Connell) McCormack. He was predeceased by his parents, his sister Judy McCormack, and his daughter, Erika McCormack. He is survived by his caring partner, Barbara Bickford; his sister, Jane […] The post John F. McCormack, Jr. ’71 appeared first on Alumni.

Richard “Dick” B. Munsey, Sr., passed away on February 7, 2026. He was born on April 19, 1936, in Brunswick, Maine, to Maynard and Estell Munsey. He was preceded in death by his parents; his five siblings; and his beloved wife of 63 years, Martha Chapman Munsey. He is survived by his son, Richard Bernard Munsey, […] The post Richard B. Munsey ’57 appeared first on Alumni.

Donald McAllister, 86, of St. Augustine, FL, and formerly of Bath, ME, passed away February 6, 2026. A Maine Maritime Academy graduate, Donald served in the Merchant Marines and as Chief Senior Surveyor for the American Bureau of Shipping. He was preceded in death by his wife, Rita; his parents, Stewart and Arlene; his brother, […] The post Donald A. McAllister ’61 appeared first on Alumni.

Kenneth “Ken” Boschert, also know as “Pa” to his beloved grandkids and their friends, passed away in Hackensack Hospital on Saturday, January 31st, 2026 after a short illness. His loving family was at his bedside when he passed. Ken graduated from the Maine Maritime Academy in 1976 with a degree in Marine Engineering. At this […] The post Kenneth E. Boschert ’76 appeared first on Alumni.

WEST GARDINER – Terry Lee White, 69, passed away unexpectedly at his home in West Gardiner on Monday, January 19, 2026. Terry was born on July 31, 1956 in Skowhegan, Maine, to George and Janice White. He graduated from Skowhegan Highschool in 1974. Terry then went on to Maine Maritime Academy and graduated with a […] The post Terry L. White ’79 appeared first on Alumni.

Preston Levi Seekins Jr., of Searsport, passed away peacefully after a brave battle with cancer on January 11, 2026. Preston graduated from Searsport District High School in 1969 and from Maine Maritime Academy in 1973. He dedicated 35 years to teaching Building Construction at Waldo County Technical Center, shaping the lives and skills of countless […] The post Preston L. Seekins, Jr. ’73 appeared first on Alumni.

On Sunday, January 4, 2026, surrounded by his family, Michael Clifford Collinsworth left this world and entered into eternal life after a brave, courageous and inspiring 4.5 year journey through pancreatic cancer. Michael was born on June 12, 1958, the 4th of 6 children born to Clifford and Priscilla Collinsworth. Michael’s generosity and kindness knew […] The post Michael C. Collinsworth ’80 appeared first on Alumni.

Ross Eldred Pollock, 86, of Guttenberg, Iowa, passed away peacefully in his home on December 7, 2025. Ross was born on April 12, 1939, to Ross and Elizabeth (Eldred) Pollock in Ann Arbor, Michigan. When Ross was an infant, his family relocated to Washington, D.C., where he spent most of his childhood and adolescent years. He graduated […] The post Ross E. Pollock ’62 appeared first on Alumni.

James Martin Earley, beloved father, legendary captain, and lifelong waterman, passed away surrounded by family. A proud graduate of the Maine Maritime Academy, Jim built his life around the sea he loved so deeply. Early in his career he served with distinction as Chief Engineer aboard the USNS Denebola, a role that reflected both his […] The post James M. Earley ’77 appeared first on Alumni.

PORTLAND – Harold “Skip” R. Tiensivu, 78, of Portland, passed away on Nov. 23, 2025, at the Barron Center. He was born in Portland on Jan. 26, 1947, the son of the late Wilho and Margaret (Page) Tiensivu. Harold grew up in South Portland and graduated from South Portland High School. He went on to […] The post Harold R. Tiensivu ’69 appeared first on Alumni.

On November 20th, 2025, Tom Oughton died peacefully at home after a long illness. He was born October 20, 1936 in Guatemala City, Guatemala, Calif. to Reverend William and Annie May Oughton, both Primitive Methodist Missionaries from England. They spent 25 years on the mission fields of Guatemala serving the highlands of Nebaj and Quiche. […] The post Thomas W. Oughton ’64 appeared first on Alumni.

Leroy Evrard, Commander USN (Retired), of Topsham, Bowdoinham, and Harpswell, Maine, passed away November 12, 2025 at the age of 91. Roy, as he was known to his friends and colleagues, lived independently with his wife, Jean, until he reached the age of 90 and was challenged by advanced cancer. He lived a full life […] The post Leroy Evrard ’55 appeared first on Alumni.

Russell George Wuestefeld, 82, of Williamsburg, passed away on November 9, 2025. He was born February 22, 1943, in Brooklyn, NY, to Dorothy Eleanor Heiner and Robert Henry Wuestefeld. A graduate of Maine Maritime Academy, Russ was a ship’s captain for the Army Corps of Engineers and retired after 35 years of service. He was […] The post Capt. Russell G. Wuestefeld ’64 appeared first on Alumni.

Frederick Joseph Harris of Mystic Conn., passed peacefully at 5:47PM on 10/24/2025, with his family by his side. “Fred” was born on 11/25/1944 at Framingham Union Hospital to Frederick Everett and MaryRosa Camilla Harris. Fred was a proud patriot who loved his country. Fred received his bachelor’s degree in Marine Engineering from Maine Maritime Academy […] The post Frederick J. Harris ’67 appeared first on Alumni.

Richard “Rick” Paul Wrigglesworth passed away unexpectedly on October 22, 2025, while doing what he loved most – boating on a cloudless, sunny day. Though his passing was sudden, his family finds comfort knowing he left this world surrounded by the peace of the open water and the nature he so deeply cherished. Born on […] The post Richard P. Wrigglesworth ’74 appeared first on Alumni.