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Isabel C. Abbott '40
Isabel C. Abbott 40, August 2, 2007, in Belfast, Maine, at 88. She established and ran a clothing store in Union, Maine, for 40 years and dedicated herself to community service in Union. She founded the Union Chamber of Commerce, was town clerk, sat on the library board, and gave 25 years of service to the Union Fair. She researched her familys genealogy, traveled in Europe, and loved Border collies. Her sister, Susan Abbott Faris, many cousins, and several nieces and nephews survive her.
Buell O. Merrill '40
Buell O. Merrill 40, February 18, 2007, in Whittier, Calif., at 90. He worked as an executive assistant for Los Angeles County for 28 years, played tennis, and was a cabinetmaker. His wife, Evelyne Short Merrill 39, died on June 15, 2007. Together they raised one child, Robin. Survivors include his niece, Nancy Short Hall 68.
Hannah Putnam Burbank '41
Hannah Putnam Burbank 41, May 28, 2007, in Windham, Maine, at 88. She earned her MSW from Simmons College in 1944, which launched her career as a psychiatric social worker in Boston and New York. She is predeceased by her brother Joseph Lysander Putman 48 and an aunt and four cousins who attended Colby. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Bernerd H. Burbank 39, two sons and one daughter, nine grandchildren, two brothers, and nieces, nephews, and cousins including Charles A. Pearce 49.
Harold Bubar '42
Harold J. Bubar 42, June 26, 2007, in Bangor, Maine, at 86. During World War II he served with the Army Air Corps as a weather instructor. He built a career at the North Anson (Maine) Reel Company, serving as vice president for 17 of the 35 years of his employment. He coached Little League and was a church choir soloist. Predeceased by his wife, Louise Hagan Bubar 42, and his brothers Paul S. 39 and Harley M. 40, he is survived by his sons John H. 68 and James A. 72, his daughter-in-law Lisa Kehler Bubar 73, two grandsons, and two great-grandchildren.
Anita Pooler Laliberte '42
Anita Pooler Laliberte 42, July 17, 2007, in Waterville, Maine, at 87. She worked as a librarian at Waterville High School for more than 20 years. She volunteered through her church and belonged to the Waterville Womens Club. She golfed, skied, and spent summers on China Lake. She was predeceased by her husband, Alton G. Laliberte 42, her brother-in-law Bernard A. Laliberte '52, and her grandson Scott T. Laliberte 01. Survivors include her children, Terry McAvoy, Robert, and Peter, a sister, a half-sister and a half-brother, five grandchildren, including Douglas P. Laliberte 03, and four great-grandchildren.
Harold D. Seaman '42
Col. Harold D. Seaman 42, August 15, 2007, in Kill Devil Hills, N.C., at 87. He served in the Army for 30 years including wartime service in World War II, Korea, and Vietnam. Among his many awards were 11 battle stars, two Bronze Star Medals, and the Cross of Gallantry. His civilian career included jobs in Washington and Europe as well as teaching at The Infantry School. His wife, Cynthia, three children, four grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren survive him.
Ethel Paradis Emerson '43
Ethel Paradis Emerson 43, August 11, 2007, in Farmington, Maine, at 86. She taught in public schools in Maine for 25 years and operated the Falls Book Barn in Farmington Falls for nearly 30 years. She and her husband were founding members of the Farmington Alliance for the Mentally Ill and received a commendation from Maines governor for their service on behalf of people with mental illness. Her husband of 64 years, W. Merritt Emerson 44, a son and a daughter, two grandchildren, and one great-grandchild survive her.
R. Frank Vigue '43
R. Frank Vigue 43, July 19, 2007, in Kennebunkport, Maine, at 88. He earned a doctorate in veterinary medicine from Michigan State and treated animals for 39 years in Springvale and Arundel, Maine. He was active with Rotary International, was a spiritual man who traveled around the world, and was an avid reader. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Barbara, a daughter and a son, two brothers, a sister, four grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.
Jean McNeill Decker '44
Jean McNeill Decker 44, January 1, 2007, in Cuddebackville, N.Y., at 87. A Christian Science practitioner, she traveled extensively around the world and managed real estate later in life. She is survived by her husband, Wayne, with whom she raised three children.
Charles A. Dudley '45
Charles A. Dudley 45, July 29, 2007, in Windsor, Conn., at 84. A first lieutenant in World War II, he was an Army combat pilot and earned the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal. He was an analyst for Pratt & Whitney for 30 years, loved to play bridge, and coached his childrens sports teams. For his many years of service to the College, he was awarded, along with his wife, the Colby Brick Award in 1995. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Shirley Martin Dudley 46, five children, and seven grandchildren.
