Eight Bells

Stuart R. Kilbride ’56
LINCOLN – Stuart Rodney Kilbride, 91, of Lincoln, Maine, passed away peacefully at his home on October 8, 2026, surrounded by loving family members. Born September 2, 1935, in Lee, Maine, Stuart was a lifelong Mainer. He graduated from Mattanawcook Academy and from Maine Maritime Academy in Castine. He served his country with distinction as […] The post Stuart R. Kilbride ’56 appeared first on Alumni.
Capt. Robert E. Morrissey ’65
Capt. Robert “Bob” Edward Morrissey, 83, of Rockledge, Florida, passed away peacefully on October 6, 2026. He was born on February 27, 1943, in Dorchester, Massachusetts. A graduate of Maine Maritime Academy, Capt. Morrissey devoted 35 years to the Merchant Marine, including more than 25 years with the Panama Canal Commission, where he retired as […] The post Capt. Robert E. Morrissey ’65 appeared first on Alumni.

William E. Michaud Jr. ’66
William “Bill” Michaud Jr., 81, of Noank, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, passed away peacefully Sept. 25, 2026. Born July 17, 1945, in West Orange, N.J., Bill was the son of William Sr. and Genevieve Lowry Michaud. A lifelong learner, Bill enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1963, even before he […] The post William E. Michaud Jr. ’66 appeared first on Alumni.
Henry S. Woods ’66
Henry “Sky” Woods III passed away peacefully on September 24, 2026, at the age of 82, leaving behind a legacy of faith, service, friendship, and cherished memories. Born on September 1, 1944, in Brunswick, Maine, Henry was known to family and friends as “Sky.” When he was 10 years old, his family relocated to Phoenix, […] The post Henry S. Woods ’66 appeared first on Alumni.
George P. Luddy ’64
HOLDEN – George Patrick Luddy passed away peacefully on September 19, 2026, at Rose Monahan Hospice Home. He was 84 years old. Born on July 24, 1942, George was the eldest child of George R. and Catherine (Lonergan) Luddy. He grew up in Whitman, Massachusetts, attended Holy Family School and, in fourth grade, met his […] The post George P. Luddy ’64 appeared first on Alumni.
Capt. David E. Harrison ’62
Capt. David E. Harrison Sr. passed peacefully on September 7, 2026. He was born May 1, 1941, to Alice and Edwin Harrison of Stockton Springs, ME. Dave was a graduate of Stockton Springs schools and Maine Maritime Academy. As a merchant mariner he circumnavigated the world six times. Dave was employed at the Bucksport papermill […] The post Capt. David E. Harrison ’62 appeared first on Alumni.
Joseph G. LeClair ’50
Joseph G. LeClair passed away on August 31, 2026. Joseph (Joe) was born on October 11, 1928, in Livermore Falls, Maine. He attended St Rose de Lima Catholic School until his family moved to Auburn, Maine during World War II. After graduating from Edward Little High School in 1947, he was accepted at Maine Maritime […] The post Joseph G. LeClair ’50 appeared first on Alumni.
David W. Stilson ’00
Capt. David W. Stilson of Fairfield, Connecticut, passed away on August 19, 2026, at age 50. Born on September 25, 1975, in New Haven, David was a lifelong Connecticut resident whose love of the water, music, and adventure began early. He spent his childhood summers boating and fishing, playing guitar with his band, Holy Cow, and […] The post David W. Stilson ’00 appeared first on Alumni.
Louis M. DeCicco ’53
Born in Fitchburg, Massachusetts to Dr. Louis M DeCicco and Mabel DeCicco in 1931, Louie enjoyed his childhood growing up in what was known as the “Patch”, a small Italian American neighborhood. After graduating high school, he attended Maine Maritime Academy as a deck officer. Upon graduating he served his country in the US Navy […] The post Louis M. DeCicco ’53 appeared first on Alumni.
Dr. Barclay M. Shepard ’46
Dr. Barclay Moffat Shepard passed away on Aug. 1, 2026, at the age of 100. He was born in Boothbay Harbor, Maine on June 16, 1926, when his parents, Dr. Lorrin and Virginia Moffat Shepard, were on leave from Turkey. In 1927, the family went back to Turkey, and he and his siblings, Alice, Frederick, Robert, and […] The post Dr. Barclay M. Shepard ’46 appeared first on Alumni.
Capt. Daniel E. Whyte ’86
OCEAN SPRINGS, Miss. – Captain Daniel E. Whyte, 61, crossed the bar on Sunday, July 19, 2026 at his lake home from FTD-ALS. Born Aug. 18, 1964 at the U.S. Naval Hospital – Portsmouth, Va. to the late Marilyn J. Brasier and Stephen T. Whyte. Daniel attended Portland schools then graduated from Maine Maritime Academy […] The post Capt. Daniel E. Whyte ’86 appeared first on Alumni.
David G. Davenport ’60
CAPE ELIZABETH – David G. Davenport, Engineer, Merchant Sailor, Design Engineer, Marine Modeler, 88, of Maine, passed away peacefully on July 24, 2026, at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough, after a short illness. David was born in Portland, on May 21, 1938, the son of Burt G. and Evelyn Davenport. He attended Westbrook schools […] The post David G. Davenport ’60 appeared first on Alumni.
Gary S. Slocum ’65
Gary Scot Slocum of Demopolis, Alabama, entered into eternal rest July 18,2026 at his residence. The post Gary S. Slocum ’65 appeared first on Alumni.
Norman E. Charleston, Jr. ’69
RUMFORD – Norman “Norm” E. Charleston, Jr., passed away peacefully at home on July 14, 2026. Norm was born on Dec. 20, 1945, to Norman E. and Margery (Hunter) Charleston, Sr. A devoted husband and father, Norm graduated from Westbrook High School in 1965. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from Maine […] The post Norman E. Charleston, Jr. ’69 appeared first on Alumni.
Michael C. Rolnick ’57
Michael “Mike” Rolnick, a lifelong Bangor resident known for his gift of storytelling, love of sailing and seemingly endless curiosity about history and how things worked, passed on June 24, 2026, at the age of 90 at home in Portland. Born on April 28, 1936, in Bangor, Maine, to Louis and Betty Rolnick, Michael spent […] The post Michael C. Rolnick ’57 appeared first on Alumni.
David A. Ruberti ’69
Dave’s dead. Have a nice day. Those of us who knew David Ruberti won’t be surprised that this was how he wanted the text of his obituary to read, start to finish. However, an obituary is meant for the living, and for their collective memory of the person who’s gone, so Dave won’t entirely get […] The post David A. Ruberti ’69 appeared first on Alumni.
Nathaniel Choate II ’53
SPRINGFIELD, Va., and SEARSPORT — Nathaniel “Nat” Choate, 93, left us suddenly on the morning of June 10, 2026. Born in Ithan, Pennsylvania, on Oct. 11, 1932, Nat and his siblings spent their early years at Pooh Corner Farm until they eventually settled in Searsport. Nat graduated from Searsport District High School (’50) and Maine […] The post Nathaniel Choate II ’53 appeared first on Alumni.
Theodore R. Tracy ’56
Theodore Richard Tracy was embraced by the arms of the Lord on June 8, 2026. Born in Lewiston, Maine, on April 18, 1935, he was the son of Martha Barrows Tracy and Rupert R. Tracy. Theodore was a proud graduate of Norway High School, Class of 1953, and graduated from Maine Maritime Academy in 1956. […] The post Theodore R. Tracy ’56 appeared first on Alumni.
Capt. Richard F. Grant ’64
Captain Richard Francis Grant, US Navy (retired), 86, of Harrisville NH and Kittery Point ME, died 23 May 2026 in Keene NH. Born in Portsmouth August 8, 1939 to the late Milton F. Grant and Geraldine Helen (Vigneau) Grant, he graduated from Saint Patrick’s School and Portsmouth High School, having joined the Naval Reserve at […] The post Capt. Richard F. Grant ’64 appeared first on Alumni.
Bret P. McGovern ’19
MOUNT VERNON – Bret McGovern, 42, died at home in Mount Vernon on May 12, 2026, after a six-year battle with pancreatic illness and cancer. Born in Skowhegan, Bret spent his entire childhood in Mount Vernon. As a kid, Bret loved anything to do with water. He especially enjoyed summers at home on Long Pond, […] The post Bret P. McGovern ’19 appeared first on Alumni.
Richard C. Somerville ’66
Richard “Dick” Somerville passed away on May 9, 2026, leaving behind a family who loved him deeply, countless stories, and a legacy built on hard work, humor, stubbornness, and a life fully lived. Richard was born in Houlton, Maine, while his father was serving in Europe during World War II. When his father returned, the […] The post Richard C. Somerville ’66 appeared first on Alumni.
Kenneth G. Fahrbach ’64
Kenneth G. Fahrbach, of Scio, NY, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 4, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Born November 23, 1941, in Queens, Ken was the son of George and Anna Pfeffer Fahrbach. A 1960 graduate of Admiral Farragut Academy, he continued his education at Maine Maritime Academy, graduating in 1964. He proudly […] The post Kenneth G. Fahrbach ’64 appeared first on Alumni.