Alice W. Kolczynski

Alice W. Kolczynski, 85, of Phippsburg, Maine, and formerly of Auburn, passed away on March 12, 2026. Born in Arlington, Massachusetts, on February 5, 1941, to the late Minot and Ilene Neas Percy, Alice proudly served her country as a surgical nurse in the United States Air Force from 1962 to 1963. She went on to devote 35 years of her career as a registered nurse at Auburn Memorial Hospital.

A longtime communicant of St. Mary’s Church, Alice was an active member of the Popham Circle Ladies Group and American Legion Post 216. She and her husband, Chester, shared a love for modern square dancing and round dancing. Alice was also a gifted crafter, particularly known for her whimsical lobster mermaids. Above all, she cherished the time spent with her family, who brought her the greatest joy.

Alice is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Chester; her children, Joseph Kolczynski, Lisa (David) Rouse, James Kolczynski, and Nina Kolczynski; her grandchildren, Katrina (Shaun) Garrigan, Samantha Kolczynski (Brandon Garrigan), Christopher (Amy) Rouse, Caitlyn (Keagan) Kolczynski, Gaelon Kolczynski, Jordan (Caitlyn) Young, and Ian Kolczynski; five great-grandchildren with one on the way; and several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her three brothers and two sisters.