BRUNSWICK and FORT FAIRFIELD – Kathleen A. Gayton, 93, died peacefully in her sleep, Aug. 28, 2005, at the Seaside Nursing Facility in Portland. Kay was born Aug. 1, 1912, in Red Beach, to Arthur and Ellen (Bohannan) Green. Kay graduated from Baileyville High School in 1930, and went on to train as a nurse at Calais Hospital. She became a registered nurse in 1935 and moved to Cambridge, Mass., where she worked for four years at the Charlesgate Hospital. Kay returned to Maine in 1939 to marry the love of her life, John Gayton and had a son, William Francis Gayton in 1940, who went on to get his Ph.D. in psychology. Their daughter, Lucy died shortly after birth in 1941. The Gayton’s moved to Fort Fairfield in 1942, where they made many wonderful friends. Kay worked for years as a school nurse and John was employed with the U.S. Postal Service. Kay and John were both very active in the Knights of Columbus, where John became the state deputy. John passed away in 1976, which led Kay to move to Brunswick to be close to her family. She resided independently at Pheasant Run Apartments until a few months ago. Kay was a delightful lady who enjoyed golf and traveling. She continued to have a warm smile and sense of humor, right up to her death. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by husband, John and daughter, Lucy; two sisters, Phyllis Cook and Elizabeth Greenlaw. She is survived by one son, William F. Gayton of Portland; one sister, Bessie Mingo who continues to reside independently in Red Beach; two granddaughters, Susan Lowe and her husband, Tim and Michelle Gayton, all of Portland; Kay’s wonderful brother-in-law, Lincoln Gayton of Calais; numerous nieces and nephews. There will be no calling hours. A graveside service will be conducted 2 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 1 at the St. Denis Catholic Cemetery, Fort Fairfield, with the Rev. Jean-Paul Labrie officiating. In lieu of flowers, whose who choose may contribute in memory of Mrs. Gayton to the Fort Fairfield Public Library, 339, Main St., Fort Fairfield, ME 04742.
KATHLEEN A. GAYTON
