Matthew Hunter Grose, 65, of Mornington, Australia, and formerly from Bath, Maine, passed away in Australia from complications with cancer on June 27, 2025. Matt was born in Bethesda, Maryland, on Dec. 14, 1959 to Wilbur H. Grose and Eileen R. (Brennan) Grose. Because of Matthew’s father being in the military he traveled across the […] The post Matthew H. Grose ’82 appeared first on Alumni.

Gorham – Gordon M. Ward, a longtime resident of Gorham, passed away peacefully on June 14, 2025, at the age of 86. Gordon was born in Waterville, Maine on November 16, 1938, the beloved son of Esther and Malon Ward. His family moved to Portland where he graduated from Deering High School in 1956. He […] The post Gordon M. Ward ’59 appeared first on Alumni.

Captain Donald Vernon Church, beloved father of three, grandfather of nine and great grandfather (aka Grumpa and Grumpy Winkle) of eight and a half passed away in his Bristol home on June 1, 2025 just a few days shy of his 91st birthday. We are certain that he was welcomed into heaven by his soulmate […] The post Capt. Donald V. Church ’55 appeared first on Alumni.

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Dieter Sievers (Clermont, Florida), whose life came to an end on May 24, 2025 at the age of 84, leaving behind cherished memories. The post Dieter Sievers ’65 appeared first on Alumni.

Captain Richard Curtis Holt, Sr, age 87, of Greenland, formerly a 50 year resident of Rye, passed away on May 23, 2025 at his home following a period of declining health. For 67 years, he was the beloved husband of Anita L. (Bilodeau) Holt. He was born in Portsmouth on August 23, 1937, son of […] The post Capt. Richard C. Holt, Sr. ’58 appeared first on Alumni.

Richard MacLean, 95, of Forestdale, MA passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 22, 2025, after a brief illness. Born in Allston, MA, the oldest son of the late Horace and Eleanor (Lombard) MacLean of Allston. Rich graduated from Maine Maritime Academy in 1950 and was an officer in the Merchant Marines before marrying his wife […] The post Richard L. MacLean ’50 appeared first on Alumni.

Jeffrey Wayne Monroe, 71, of Cape Elizabeth, Maine, husband of Linda Mallik Monroe, entered into eternal rest Tuesday, May 13, 2025. The post Capt. Jeffrey W. Monroe ’76 appeared first on Alumni.

Allen E. Huntley, 78, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, on Saturday, May 3, 2025 at Pen Bay Hospital. He was born in Camden to the late George A. Huntley and Patricia A. (Allen) Huntley on June 20, 1946. Allen graduated from Rockland District Highschool in 1964 where he was active in basketball, track, and […] The post Allen E. Huntley ’68 appeared first on Alumni.

Wayne E. Nason died on April 18, 2025 at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough, Maine. He was born in Biddeford, Maine, on January 29, 1948, to Donald C. and Mary E. Nason. Wayne grew up in Saco and graduated from Thornton Academy. He went on to earn his degree from Maine Maritime Academy, […] The post Wayne E. Nason ’70 appeared first on Alumni.

Leroy “Roy” W. Philbrook, 90, of Thomaston, passed away peacefully at the Sussman House in Rockport on April 10, 2025. Born on February 18, 1935, in Stoneham, Massachusetts, Roy was the son of Ivan A. and Naida H. (Ainsworth) Philbrook. A 1954 graduate of Rockland High School, Roy went on to explore his passion for […] The post Leroy W. Philbrook ’57 appeared first on Alumni.

David Ashton Holmes passed away at his home on Vose Mountain in Kingfield, Maine, on April 10, 2025, at the age of 95. David was born in Stoneham, MA, on December 6, 1929, the son of Ashton B. Holmes and Alice A. Sheppard of Alstead, NH. He graduated from Vilas High School, Alstead, NH, in […] The post David A. Holmes ’51 appeared first on Alumni.

Eric “Rick” Fournier, 76, beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2025, in Raleigh, N.C. surrounded by his family. He was a man whose warmth, humor, and generous spirit touched the lives of all who knew him. Rick grew up in North Vassalboro, and was a 1966 graduate of Winslow […] The post Eric F. Fournier ’70 appeared first on Alumni.

On April 2, 2025, Captain Ronald W. Snyder passed away unexpectedly after a fall. But like any good sea story, you must start at the beginning. Captain Ron was born in Bangor, Maine, Nov. 6, 1950, the son of Clarence and Patricia Snyder. His father was a Navy Seabee, master tradesman, and lifelong builder who […] The post Capt. Ronald W. Snyder ’73 appeared first on Alumni.

James E. Thibodeau, 83, passed away peacefully on March 27, 2025, at Woodlands Senior Living in Waterville. Jimmy was born in Waterville on Dec. 23, 1941, the son of Arthur and Eva (St. Armand) Thibodeau. He was a graduate of Waterville High School, class of 1960. After high school Jimmy attended Maine Maritime graduating class […] The post James E. Thibodeau ’64 appeared first on Alumni.

Richard C. Forrest, 85, passed away peacefully in his sleep on March 26, 2025. His life was a testament to hard work, dedication, and a deep commitment to his family, friends, and the community projects he believed in. Born in Fitchburg, Mass., in 1940, Richard was a proud graduate of Maine Maritime Academy. His career […] The post Richard C. Forrest ’61 appeared first on Alumni.

Peter F. Thompson passed away peacefully on March 26, 2025, at his home in Kingfield. Peter was born in Skowhegan, the son of Clarence “Tommy” and Beverly (Fairfield) Thompson. He grew up in Machias, graduating from Machias Memorial High School and Maine Maritime Academy in Castine with a B.S. in Marine Engineering. He shipped first […] The post Peter F. Thompson ’70 appeared first on Alumni.

Dan “The Man” Thurber, 77, died Sunday March 23, 2025. Our dad and papa, Daniel Lee Thurber was born Feb. 20, 1948 at the Maine Eye and Ear Infirmary at the corner of Congress and Bramhall Streets to parents George and Erdine Thurber. He spent his childhood playing outside his home which is now the […] The post Daniel L. Thurber ’70 appeared first on Alumni.

Gary Everett Whitney, age 85, of Ormond Beach, Florida, passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025. The post Gary E. Whitney ’62 appeared first on Alumni.

Donald H. Silke died on March 6, 2025, after an extended illness. After graduating from MMA, Donald served in the Merchant Marines before enlisting in the Navy. At the completion of active duty, he relocated to the Washington D.C. area to pursue a career in civil service for the Department of the Navy. He retired […] The post Donald H. Silke ’55 appeared first on Alumni.

William E. Haggett passed away peacefully at his Birch Point home in West Bath on Saturday, March 1, 2025. He had been diagnosed with interstitial lung disease the previous October. He was born in Bath to Doris Jordan and Charles Lemont Haggett. He attended Bath schools and met his future wife, Sally True, in the […] The post William E. Haggett, MMA Trustee Emeritus appeared first on Alumni.