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Wallace C. Robbins '48
July 21, 2016, in Bangor, Maine, at 89. After one year at Colby, he enlisted with the Army Air Corp during World War II. He went on to earn degrees in forestry and became a professor at the University of Maine. He was active with the Society of American Foresters, the Baptist church, and Maine’s Republican party. Two children, a granddaughter, and a sister survive him.
Rae Libby Hutchinson '49
Aug. 10, 2016, in Falmouth, Maine, at 88. Committed to her community, she served in leadership and board roles in nonprofit organizations such as Maine Medical Center, Portland Museum of Art, Portland Symphony, and the Portland Adult Literacy ESL Program. She played the piano into her 70s, grew flowers, and managed her husband’s dental practice. Survivors include her three children-Mark, John, and Gail Hutchinson Conley ’84-and six grandchildren.
Joan Abbott North '49
June 24, 2016, at Old Saybrook, Conn., at 89. She earned a master’s degree from Columbia University and worked for 25 years in education, including time as a guidance counselor. In retirement, she was involved with the women’s club, where she served as president 1986-88, and the historical society, both in Old Saybrook. Two stepchildren and her twin sister survive her.
Mary Marjorie Plaisted '49
June 12, 2016, in Bangor, Maine, at 88. A lifelong educator, she taught and coached in Maine schools from 1949 to 1974, along the way earning a master’s in education from the University of Maine and a certificate of advanced study. She was a competitive bowler and was the state candlepin class A champion and the state doubles class A champion. A sports lover, she played on women’s basketball teams, enjoyed jogging, swimming, and tennis, and rooted for Boston sports teams. She is survived by a brother and a sister.
Barbara Hart Shanahan '49
Jan. 16, 2016, in Springfield, Va., at 88. Devoted to her family and community, she was active with the League of Women Voters and other organizations. In 1987 she received the Fairfax County’s Citizen of the Year award and in 1999 she was recognized for her service with the redevelopment and housing authority in Fairfax County, Va. A lover of books, she also played bridge and solved crossword puzzles. Predeceased by her husband, Daniel Shanahan Jr. ’49, and her brother Kenneth Hart ’51, she is survived by six children and 13 grandchildren.
Thomas S. Squiers '49
April 24, 2016, in Augusta, Maine, at 92. He served in the U.S. Army Air Force during World War II. He was director of sales tax for the State of Maine, Bureau of Taxation, and was active with his church. Survivors include three sons, seven grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren.
Nelson T. Everts '50
July 8, 2016, in Wellesley, Mass., at 90. He enlisted with the U.S. Navy during World War II and became an accountant and investment manager, working mostly at the First National Bank of Boston. He served on boards for the New England Home for Little Wanderers and the Wellesley Community Center, and, as an avid golfer and tennis player into his 80s, belonged to several tennis and country clubs. He supported Colby by volunteering for his class, the Alumni Council, and the Colby Club of Boston, service that earned him a Colby Brick Award in 1976. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Elinor, three sons, and seven grandchildren.
Audrey King Hutchinson '50
April 22, 2016, in Falmouth, Maine, at 86. After working at Porteous, Mitchell, and Braun as a buyer and part-time model, she devoted herself to her family, her community, and Maine politics. She volunteered and raised money for local schools, founded and served as president for Friends of Maine Medical Center, and hosted benefits for Maine governors and senators. She loved playing games and was a skilled fly fisherman. Survivors include her four daughters and eight grandchildren.
Jane Merrill Thomas '50
April 23, 2016, in Peabody, Mass., at 87. In the 1950s she taught French and physical education at Maine Central Institute and worked for General Electric Company in Lynn, Mass. After marrying, she dedicated herself to her home and children while enjoying knitting, crocheting, and playing Bingo. Survivors include her two sons, William and James.
Sue Rees Cowley '51
March 31, 2016, in Missoula, Mont., at 86. She worked behind the scenes in radio before marrying, starting a family, and becoming a homemaker. She taught skiing at the Lookout Free Ski School, volunteered for the American Red Cross, and advocated for education through P.E.O. and A.A.U.W. Survivors include six children and many grandchildren.
