PORTLAND — Michael Sutherland Will, 81, passed away on Thursday, November 14, 2024, at Maine Medical Center in Portland after a brief illness.

Michael was born December 2, 1942 in Rochester New York to the late George and Ruth Will. He graduated from McQuaid Jesuit High School and then served in the United States Coast Guard.  He moved to his adopted home of Maine in 1981 where he worked for many years as a contractor. He was a devoted son, father, and partner who will be remembered by all who knew him for his kindness and generosity.

Michael is survived by his current longtime companion, Dianne Postupack, and his former spouse, Mary Anne Will, as well as his two sons, Paul Will (and his wife Sarah) of Maryland and Lawrence Will of Colorado; and his five grandchildren, Catherine and Samantha (Paul) and Ella, Jayda, and Logan (Lawrence). 

He is also survived by Dianne's children, David Postupack, Amy Polky, Ann Dorr, and Daniel Postupack, as well as her grandchildren Justin, Mariah, Travis, Jacob, Aren, Coby, and Sara, who he treated like his own. 

He was predeceased by his beloved canine companion Penny.

The family will gather for prayers in memory of Michael, during the Sunday, November 24 Mass, at 11 a.m., at St. Bernard’s Catholic Church, 150 Broadway, in Rockland. All are invited to join them for refreshments and an informal memorial gathering following the service from 12 Noon to 2 p.m., at the Rockland City Council Chambers at 270 Pleasant Street, Rockland.  Interment will be at a later date.

Interment will be at a later date.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations to the American Heart Association in his name are appreciated.

Arrangements are under the direction of Burpee, Carpenter & Hutchins Funeral Home, 110 Limerock Street, Rockland.