Stephen A. "Bumpa" Staples

Jefferson- Stephen A. "Bumpa" Staples, 69, passed away on Thursday, December 7, 2023, in the Sussman
House with his stepson Richie at his side following a brief illness.
Stephen was born December 3, 1954, and was a graduate of Winthrop High School. He is the son
of Roger Staples of Smithfield, Maine, and Doreen (Kneeland) Pastor of Anna Maria, Florida. Stephen has
resided in Jefferson for a couple of years and previously resided in Hallowell.
He worked as a Maine Guide for the State of Maine, guiding at Pierce Pond for Cobbs Camp for
over 40 years until his retirement. He was an accomplished Entrepreneur, he designed and built homes,
was a well-known bait dealer for 40 years, and was currently Ellvering.
Stephen treasured the time he spent with his family, especially his grandchildren. He also
enjoyed buying and collecting treasures. He raised Fox Red Labs at one time he had 14 Alpaca's. He
lobstered with his grandson. He was a kind =, gentleman who was always willing to try any adventure
and always had a positive attitude when trying something new.
In addition to his parents, Stephen is survived by his stepson Richard Nickless, and his wife
Jennifer of Gardiner, His treasured grandchildren, Megan Hollingshead and husband Wesley
Hollingshead, Zachary Nickless, Caleb Nickless, and Hannah Nickless. His loving great-grandchildren,
Luke, and Lincoln Hollingshead. His brother Lloyd Staples and partner David Broderick of Boston, his
stepdaughter Melissa Goucher, and husband Doug Goucher of Winthrop. His stepsiblings Raymond
Charles of Mercer, Nancy Charles-French of North Belgrade, and Susan Nutter of Belgrade. His dear
friend Doris LaRochelle of Pittston. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Stephen is predeceased by a brother, Timothy B. Staples.
Stephen's Graveside Service will be in the Spring of 2024 in the Smithfield Village Cemetery, Village Road,
Smithfield. A celebration of life will immediately precede the service. Details to be announced.
In lieu of flowers donations in his memory may be made to Sussman House in Rockport. 40
Anchor Dr. Rockport, ME 04856
Arrangements are in the care of the Knowlton and Hewins Funeral Home, 1 Church
Street, Augusta where memories, condolences, and photos may be shared with the family on the
obituary page of our website at www.khrfuneralhomes.com