Alma “Emmy” McLain passed peacefully at 87 years of age on June 26, 2024 at the Andwell Hospice House in Auburn, Maine. Alma was born in Portland, Maine on 9/18/1936, the eldest daughter of Melvin and Nellie Densmore.
Alma succumbed to advanced COPD, an illness she would often educate others on the danger of cigarette smoking. Alma fought hard through illness, living independently in her home in Sabattus, Maine to the date of her passing.
As a young woman she enjoyed a position as a ticket girl at the State theater in Portland. A lover of film, she shared stories of seeing her favorite stars on the big screen. Her favorite job was working alongside her beloved mother at Universal Watkins Laundry of Portland.
Alma married William C McLain on December 21, 1959. Together for 62 years they raised two children, Jennifer and Mark, welcoming friends and family to their home creating many lifelong friendships and countless memories. Alma dedicated her life to her most favorite roles. That of homemaker, Mother, Grandmother "Grammie” and Auntie Em. Alma’s added loves were gardening, preserving food for her family, cooking, baking, creating beautiful flower gardens and always, ALWAYS feeding the birds.
After her children were grown Alma alongside her husband Bill created The Wood Box, a small business selling wooden crafts at Craft Shows throughout New England.
Growing up in Portland Maine, Her beloved Munjoy Hill held fond memories of cobblestones, quaint neighborhoods, and ocean views. The ocean was always her place of peace. One of her last rides was to a favorite place, Bailey Island.
Alma is survived by her children and their spouses, Jennifer and husband George Morgan
Mark McLain and wife Simone; Granddaughter Heather Stewart partner Jaron Buckingham and daughter Lily Stewart Granddaughter Ashley Webber, husband Jon Webber and their children Madison, Peyton and Holden and a sister Maryanne Keenan of Portland
Alma is predeceased by husband Bill McLain, brother Malcome Densmore, his wife MaryJane, her parents as well as countless friends.
As we celebrate a life well lived the family wants to thank the professional loving care at Midcoast Hospital, Brunswick, Maine, CMMC Lewiston, Maine, Andwell Hospice House, Auburn Maine, and Martins Point Healthcare of Brunswick, Maine.
Arrangements by family in conjunction with Crosman's Funeral Home, 40 Main Street, Lisbon Falls, Maine. The family invites you to a time of visitation on Tuesday July 2 from 5-7 at Crosman Funeral Home.
Funeral Service will be held at Lisbon United Methodist Church, 14 School Street, Lisbon Falls, Maine Wednesday, July 3, 11am. Committal will be at West Bowdoin Cemetery immediately followed by a Luncheon provided by The women's auxiliary at Lisbon United Methodist Church
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