James Clyde McAulay

PORTAGE LAKE: James Clyde McAulay 72, passed away unexpectedly Saturday morning Jan. 4, 2025 at his residence. He was born June 9, 1952 in Ridgway, PA., the son of Mathaniel and Dorothy (Lawler) McAulay. James moved to Maine six years ago from Maryland. James was on the police force for Woodlawn and Towson, MD in the 70's - 80's He was acting Mayor of Sykesville MD in the early 90's, and Chief of Police in Hancock, MD from 94-98. James was very active in his community, he served on the Portage Lake Association, the Aroostook County Emergency Planning Commission for 5 years, and was a boat inspector. He is survived by his wife Angela (Hoffman) McAulay of Portage Lake, a daughter Tina McAulay of Maryland, a granddaughter Danielle McAulay of Maryland, his step children Niri and Noah Scott, Tiffany and James Aitkens, Crystal Keen, Chris Sease and Stephanie Davidson and step grandchildren Mia, Kaylib,and Jordyn, a brother in law Bruce Smith Jr., two nieces Peggy (Smith) Barrett and Cecelia (Smith) Nardslico, four nephews; Bruce III, Joseph, Robert, and Thomas Smith, several great nieces and nephews. His best friend Timothy Williams Sr. and his son Timothy William Jr. of MD. He is predeceased by his parents, and a sister Cecelia (McAulay) Smith,. There will be no services. A celebration of life will be held in Maryland at a later date and in Portage on May 18, 2025. Arrangements have been entrusted to Bowers Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Presque Isle. Online condolences may be shared at www.bowersfuneral.com