Arthur Clifford "Artie" Smallidge

Trenton
Arthur Clifford Smallidge, 70 died peacefully June 16, 2025, at his home surrounded by family after a courageous battle with ALS. Artie was born July 8, 1954, in Biloxi, Mississippi, the son of Ernest W. and Barbara L. (McCrea) Smallidge. He was a graduate of Mt. Desert Island High School and attended forestry school at the University of Maine, Presque Isle.
Artie married his soul mate Mary Ann Atkins on September 27, 1997, and they made their home in Trenton. Artie was a very devout Mason. He was raised up in Masonic Lodge A.F. & A.M.,#208 in Northeast Harbor. Later he joined David A. Hooper Lodge A.F. & A.M., #201 in Sullivan. He served in a number of positions in both lodges including as Past Master. Artie loved to go to camp on Lower Lead Mountain Pond where he enjoyed hunting, fishing and family time. He was a private estate manager in Northeast Harbor for most of his adult life.
Artie always loved being outside in nature so in 1979 he became a Licensed Maine Guide. In 1980 he began guiding the founder of the Cobscook Shore Path System for kayaking in the waterways and waterbodies of Downeast Maine, including Cobscook Bay. As the Cobscook Shore Park System developed, Artie worked extensively in Cobscook Bay identifying underused parcels with spectacular natural beauty and conservation value. Between 2014 and 2024.
Artie is survived by his father, Ernest "Bud" Smallidge of Ellsworth; his wife of 29 years Mary Ann; his children, Arthur M. Smallidge and spouse Robbie of Seal Harbor, Jeremiah J. Smallidge of Stonington, Ronald L. Hudson, Jr. of Ellsworth, Christopher F. Hudson and wife Kelly, Heath R. Hudson, Savanna E. Havey and husband Joshua all of Hancock; two sisters, Beth Goodwin and husband Neil of Wells and Cindy Daniels and husband Patrick of Kennebunkport; 12 grandchildren, 6 great- grandchildren, a niece and 2 nephews. He was predeceased by his mother, Barbara and beloved son Barry R. Smallidge.
A Masonic Service and Celebration of Life will be held 11am, July 12, 2025, at Jordan-Fernald, 113 Franklin St., Ellsworth with a reception to follow.
Those who desire may make contributions in Artie's memory to the Northern New England Chapter ALS, 10 Ferry Street, Suite 438, Concord, NH 0330.
Condolences may be expressed at www.jordanfernald.com