DEER ISLE – Arthur C. “Dud” Haskell crossed the bar March 2, 2010, at Island Nursing Home, Deer Isle. He was born at home Aug. 20, 1920, son of Beatrice Pickering and Arthur C. Haskell Sr. He was a master mariner and followed the sea his entire life. He was a Merchant Marine veteran of World War II, serving on the Alcoa Polaris, a troop transport in the Pacific. He was a friend to all and helped all in need. He especially enjoyed his work with Memorial Ambulance. A more detailed obituary will be published in the Island Advantages. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Joseph L. Brown Scholarship Fund, care of Deer Isle Stonington High School, 251 North Deer Isle, ME 04681. A spring memorial service is being planned.


