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.

Norman Frank Laskay (Norm) born July 3, 1941 in Lorraine, Ohio passed away at home in New Orleans on October 13, 2025 surrounded by his family and beloved dogs, Bella and Olive Grace. He is survived by his beloved wife of 53 years Leslie Weathersby Laskay; daughter Socea Laskay May (Brian); preceded in death by […] The post Norman F. Laskay ’62 appeared first on Alumni.

Captain Charles E. “Chuck” Zenter, 59, of Castine, Maine, and Key West, Florida, died October 13, 2025, in the loving care of his devoted wife and daughter. He charted his journey with bile duct cancer with a commitment to embody peace, grace, and dignity in this most challenging of life’s events. Chuck was a native […] The post Capt. Charles E. Zenter ’96 appeared first on Alumni.

Bangor, Maine – Thomas W. Oliver, 78, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025. He was born in Millinocket, Maine, May 12, 1947, a son of Robert W. and Joan G. Oliver. He grew up in Millinocket, graduated from George W. Stearns High School in 1965, and Maine Maritime Academy with a Bachelor of Science […] The post Thomas W. Oliver ’70 appeared first on Alumni.

SOUTHWEST HARBOR — William Mahoney responded to the Naval last bell “FWE” on Oct. 1, 2025, at Mount Desert Island Hospital, Bar Harbor. He was born in Boston Nov. 8, 1935, the son of Patrick Mahoney and Marcella (Cronin) Mahoney. He grew up in Stoughton, Mass., with three brothers, Lawrence, Paul, and Joseph, who predeceased […] The post William Mahoney ’56 appeared first on Alumni.

James F. Lally, Jr., 76, of Pittsfield, N.H., passed away on Friday, September 26, 2025; at the Granite VNA Hospice House in Concord following a period of declining health. He was born on July 30, 1949; in Dorchester, MA; son of the late James Lally, Sr. and Margaret (McClain) Lally. James was educated in the […] The post James F. Lally, Jr. ’72 appeared first on Alumni.

Charles Lee Hooper, 90, of Gales Ferry, passed away peacefully Sunday Sept. 21, 2025, at his residence. Charles was born Dec. 2, 1934, in Biddeford, Maine to Verner Ethelbrick Hooper and Louise Mildred Wilcox Hooper. He married Nancy Ann Clair April 23, 1960. She preceded him in death May 23, 2021. After graduating from Maine […] The post Charles L. Hooper ’56 appeared first on Alumni.