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Carolyn Roberts Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 27, 2013.

PRESQUE ISLE - Carolyn Spear Roberts, 72, died Feb. 24, 2013 at her daughter, Debbie Demaso's and her husband, Tom's home in Brewer, with her loving family at her bedside. She was one of two daughters of Forrest and Katherine (Reed) Spear. Her death came after nearly a year's long and courageous battle with cancer. She tried all of the options available to her to overcome the disease, but to no avail.

Carolyn obtained her education in the Camden school system where she graduated from high school, then attended the University of Maine at Orono for two years. It was there she met her husband, Theodore A. Roberts and married him, June 18th, 1961. As of June this year she would have celebrated her 52nd anniversary to Ted. Later in life, while residing and working in Presque Isle, she took many courses at the University of Maine at Presque Isle to obtain her Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration. Coincidently, she had a class with her daughter, Debbie, who also was a student there at the time. She enjoyed the many locations she resided during her lifetime, be it for a few months or for 40 years where she lived at 122 Canterbury St., Presque Isle and raised her beloved family. While residing there she was employed by Wright Pierce Consulting Engineers at their Caribou branch office as their office administrative assistant. She was most recognized for her 30 years of employment of which the majority was as the Payroll Plus Personnel Specialist at Aroostook County Action Program (known as ACAP) where she had been responsible for the payroll, etc. for 100 to 150 individuals each week. She was a dedicated wife and was willing to follow her loving husband to all parts of the country for the employment required to provide for their family. Those various locations were in Buffalo, N.Y., Painted Post, N.Y., Phillipsburg, N.J., Ft. Sill, Okla. Ft. Carson, Colo., Philadelphia, Island Falls and finally in Presque Isle for the final 40 years of her life. She loved her weekends at Camp - To - Come - To at Pleasant Lake in Island Falls, where she spent every spare moment playing games with the family, reading, fishing, listening to the loons and watching sunsets with her husband. She was an experienced snowsledder having ridden and owned her own snow sled for more than years. She had been a member of the Presque Isle Snowmobile Club, Inc., along with her family, for 40 years and served as its secretary for a number of years. Carolyn has been a member of The Whittier Congregational Church, Presque Isle, for 40 years and was a former member of Eastern Star when she lived in Island Falls. She enjoyed skiing and taught all of her children how to ski using the local rope ski tow when the family lived in Island Falls.

Carolyn is survived by her husband, Theodore A. Roberts of Presque Isle for more than 51 years; son, Charles and his wife, Sheryl, and daughter, Kylee, of Holden; and their daughter, Lacey Roberts of Anchorage, Ak.; son, Philip Roberts and his wife, Dawn, of Presque Isle, their daughter, Katherine Roberts of Washburn and her fiancé, Kord Putnam of Washburn; daughter, Deborah Demaso and her husband, Thomas Demaso and their children, Joshua and Brianna, who reside in Brewer. Carolyn was blessed with a total of five precious grandchildren that she thought the world of. Carolyn had a sister, Julia Payne, the former wife of the Rev. Bradford Payne, who predeceased her in 1996. She has continued a close relationship with her nieces, nephews, their spouses and their children, including her brother-in-law, Bradford Payne, known fondly in our family circle as the "Lincolnville Crew." Carolyn also recognizes her in-laws, Judson and Eula Roberts of Augusta, Mary Roberts and her family in Texas and a special thanks to her sister-in-law, Margaret Gerow and her husband, Wallace Gerow, of Dade City. She certainly recognizes all of her nieces and nephews as well as their children on her in-law side of her family. Carolyn and Ted give special thanks to their camp neighbors, Dean and Jane Fitzgerald of Millinocket, for their love and support over the years, especially during Carolyn's period of illness. A special thanks from Carolyn's family also goes to Dr. Biswas and his family for their love and support during her year of illness. Ted, her husband, being one of the care givers during Carolyn's illness, extends the family's gratitude to her daughter, Deborah Demaso, for that tender love and care that only a daughter can give her mother. He also extends the family's appreciation to her husband, Tom for all he has done to make Carolyn comfortable while at their home during the many months of treatment.

Friends and family may gather to remember and celebrate Carolyn's life noon-1 p.m. Saturday, March 2, at Duncan-Graves Funeral Home, 30 Church St., Presque Isle, where a memorial service will begin at 1 p.m. with the Rev. Bradford Payne of Lincolnville, officiating. Refreshments will be available in the adjoining hospitality room after the service. Interment will take place in the spring at The Presque Isle Community Cemetery. The family suggests memorial donations be made to Eastern Maine Medical Center, Cancer Care Center of Maine (CCOM), Lafayette Family Cancer Center, 33 Whiting Hill Road, Brewer, ME 04412 for the funding of the Pediatric Oncology Construction Project. Condolences may be expressed online at www.duncan-graves.com.

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March 12, 2013

Emile and Ann Bushey

Dear Ted and family...We are so sorry to read that Carolyn has passed away. We remember the fun times we had with you both snowmobiling and social events when we owned Dean's Motor Inn in Portage Lk. Our thoughts and praryers are with you.

March 4, 2013

Ted and Famuly,

I am so sorry for your loss. I know first hand what the loss of a spouse and parent means. Mel treasured you and the family as friends and clients for many years. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Gloria Berube

March 2, 2013

Al & Mary Giberson

Ted and family,
Our condolences to you and family in Carolyn's passing.Our thoughts and prayers will be with you in the days ahead.

March 2, 2013

Jackie Webber

I was so sad to hear of Carolyn's illness and passing. I worked with her for several years at ACAP. She was a wonderful lady and a joy to be around. My prayers are with all of you. God Bless and be with you!

March 1, 2013

Ted and family,

Thinking of you during these difficult times.

Claudette, Presque Isle

March 1, 2013

Karen Folsom Jenna Carr

So sorry for your loss! I know its been a very tough year for all of you.

February 28, 2013

Bill & Connie Hollis

Ted and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

February 28, 2013

Lisa Green

I am so sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing. I worked with her at ACAP for two years. She was such a nice lady. She had a sweet spirit that always made me smile. My prayers are with her family, friends and loved ones.

February 28, 2013

Karen & Freddie Flores

This message is for all of you , expecially Uncle Ted and the children who have loss such as caring and loving mother, wife. I ask God to give you all the confort you need to continue on at the sad time . Lord has her with him now ,and the paine is gone. We send our love to you all.

February 28, 2013

Stephen and Nancy Nichols

Ted and family. Please accept our deepest condolences. We will keep you in our toughts and prayers.

February 28, 2013

Carter and Jenny Chandler

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

February 28, 2013

Brent and Lisa Scovil

Ted and family, We are so very sorry for your loss. Carolyn was a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayer go out to all of you in you time of need.

February 28, 2013

Lisa Dow

Ted and family, I am so saddened to hear of Carolyn's passing. I first met Carolyn many years ago as we worked together at ACAP in the Energy Assistance Program. She was such a sweet lady with an awesome sense of humor. I loved working with her and enjoyed hearing about all of you. She was a very special lady and I pray that you find comfort in the days ahead. May God bless you all.

February 28, 2013

Ted and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Francis and Sally Cyr, Island Falls

February 27, 2013

Russell and Brenda Rodgerson

Ted, We will treasure the memories of all the wonderful times we had together. We will miss looking across the "Pond" and not seeing her.
She will be greatly missed by all her knew her and her smile she had for everyone.
Our sincere sympathy to you and all your family.
Russell and Brenda Rodgerson

February 27, 2013

Cindy & Tom McNeil

We are keeping all of the Roberts in our prayers at this time. We will miss Aunt Carolyn's delightful sense of humor, sharp wit and delicious cookies. We feel blessed to have had her in our lives.

February 27, 2013

To Ted and Family; I am deeply sorry for the loss of such a Lady. Working at ACAP myself, Carolyn was always so cheerful and helpful, and her face lit up when I asked about you. She is a treasure to not only your family, but to all who knew her. Take care. Sincerely, Molly Nickerson

February 27, 2013

Roger and Gayle Hoffses

Ted and Family, Our prayers are with you all in the following days! What a wonderful lady. She will be greatly missed!!!

February 27, 2013

Kevin & Heather Gilmour

Ted & Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. Cherish the memories.

February 27, 2013

Lacey Roberts

Wish I could have been there to say goodbye Grandma. I will truly miss you and that bright pink lipstick I always remember you wearing. I love you rest in peace. And to my family Im thinking of you guys.

February 27, 2013

Theresa & Jim McAloon

Ted--we are very sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

February 27, 2013

Rob and Enola Bowers

Sorry for your loss, Charlie and Sheryl. God bless your whole family.

February 27, 2013

Tim and Barb Currier

Ted...We are so sorry to hear of Carolyn's passing and at the same time thankful for the wonderful family support you've both had. Our thoughts are with you and your family.

February 27, 2013

Sally & Kevin Hartford

Ted and Family, We are so sorry to hear that Carolyn lost her battle with cancer. She was a very special lady, always with a smile on her face. Carolyn will be missed by many. Our thoughts are with you and your whole family.

February 27, 2013

Jim & Carolyn Splan

Ted & Family,
We were deeply saddened to learn of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

February 27, 2013

Randolph Roberts

Uncle Ted
Truly Truly sorry for the circumstances befalling you and family at this time. As you know, last I remember seeing Carolyn was at the Log driver's cookout in '88, '89, or '90 and as memory serves me, Carolyn just radiates a distinctive sort of sereneness. Brief memories but good memories. Words only escape me, however at this time,I wish you, Charlie, Phillip, Debbie, and other family members all God's peace, love and comfort. With all my love, Randy

February 27, 2013

Judy Kennard

Ted and Family,
We are thinking of you at this difficult time. I worked with Carolyn at ACAP for several years and we had some wonderful times together. I will keep you and your family in my heart and in my prayers.

Judy and Wayne Kennard

February 27, 2013

Charlie Roberts

There are no words to accurately describe you and the love and affection poured out to our family. We love you and miss you dearly Mom.

February 27, 2013

Dick DeLong

I will never think of you folks without seeing carolyn with a flyrod in her hand Found memories

February 27, 2013

Sheryl Roberts

You are greatly missed Mom! I love you.

February 27, 2013

Annette Spaulding-Tilsley

Deb and family, my sincerest condolences on the loss of such a wonderful woman. It is obvious how much her family loved her. May you all find peace and comfort with each other at this time.

February 27, 2013

Gaylann Cropley

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family Ted.

February 27, 2013

Marcus Barresi

TED,

I am very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family...

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