died on April 6, 2022. Coffin attended Brunswick schools and graduated from MMA in 1974. He was a mooring engineer, who stabilized oil rig platforms in Trinidad- Tobago, Granada, and Louisiana. He piloted oil tankers as part of the Military Sealift Command. He attained the rank of lieutenant (JG) from the U.S. Naval Reserves. Upon return to Maine, he worked as a mason. He lobstered in summer and drove oil trucks in winter. He found joy in his many friends, in fishing, in traveling to Virginia to play guitar with friends, in his cat, and in smoking fish, cheese, and jerky, which he gave away to many.

died September 13, 2022, at his home in Plantation, Fla. Sederquist was born in Laconia, N.H., and maintained residence in Alton Bay, N.H., his entire life. Sederquist graduated from MMA and went on to have a thirty-three-year career as chief engineer in the Merchant Marines. In his spare time, he enjoyed the outdoors, especially skiing and riding his motorcycle, watching the Red Sox for a “good game,” and spending time with his children and grandchildren in Florida. He loved the foods of New England and a good celebration with cake and ice cream. He was a dedicated member of his family and stood as a stalwart pillar of support for all who loved him. When picking up the phone to speak with Sederquist, you could guarantee to be greeted with “What’s the good word?” He always had an open ear, a relevant anecdote, and a wealth of wisdom. Whether it be a night on the town, time spent outdoors, or a seat on the couch together, better and more pleasant company than Sederquist could not be found.

passed away on April 20, 2022. Stewart was a graduate of Lynnfield (Mass.) High School and MMA. Following graduation, he began his life as a Merchant Marine. He worked his entire life aboard tugboats, ships, and dredges. He was an avid motorcyclist, and an active supporter of his daughter’s activities, especially sports.

died July 16, 2022. Nielsen graduated from Deering High School in 1971. After graduating from MMA, he was a senior ship’s officer in the U.S. Merchant Marine. Nielsen’s first and lifelong passion was his art. Showing talent from a very young age, Nielsen was the youngest exhibitor at the Sidewalk Art Show in Portland at the age of 16. Delighting in and inspired by the abundance and beauty of the natural world, especially its floral and marine splendor, Nielsen never ceased to work tirelessly to capture nature’s essence in his paintings of landscapes and seascapes. Nielsen’s other passions included history, especially WWII, baseball, and the New York Yankees.

passed away on February 8, 2022. Dionne was educated at St. Mary’s Catholic School and John Bapst Memorial High School (Bangor, Maine), where he played on the 1976 State Champion football team. Dionne furthered his education at MMA, where he graduated with a degree in engineering. He shipped out to many ports around the world and would tell stories of his adventures. Dionne enjoyed many great times at the family camp and watching the high school basketball tournaments. Dionne was an avid New England Patriots fan. Dionne was a very jovial person who brought a smile to everyone around him.

passed away on April 9, 2022. Edwards graduated from Oxford Hills (Maine) High School in 1976, from Bridgton Academy with the Class of 1977, and from MMA. Edwards worked in the private sector aboard multiple tug and barge units. The bulk of his shipping experience as chief engineer was in the Gulf of Mexico and on the Mississippi River. His ports of call were also on the St. Lawrence Seaway, Great Lakes, the Caribbean Islands, as well as various ports along the Atlantic coast. Edwards retired in 2013 after thirty-two years in the maritime industry.

passed away in March 2022.

passed away February 17, 2015, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. Wheeler grew up in the Boothbay, Maine, area and was a graduate of the Boothbay Region High School. After high school, Wheeler proudly served his country in the Air Force for nearly four years. After his service in the military, he started working at Bath Iron Works as an electrician. While there, he earned his associates degree at MMA in a workprovided education program. Wheeler was always known for his contagious smile and vibrant personality, his love for the Boston Bruins, his fascination with helicopters, kayaking, fishing, and hiking, not to mention attending high school basketball games.

died unexpectedly April 16, 2022. Eslin graduated from Bangor High School in 1991 and joined the U.S. Navy. While serving in the Navy, he sailed on the USS Cape St. George and was a gas turbine engine (GTE) technician. He earned the rank of petty officer 2nd class. After serving in the Navy, he graduated from MMA. From there, he traveled the world doing his work, committing his time to various power plants and start-up missions. He traveled to places most Americans never see, including Nigeria, Thailand, and India. After settling down and having children in his 30s, he worked as a recruiter for such companies as PIC and 36 Energy.

died July 26, 2021.