Frederic B. Hatch, III, “Fred”, passed away peacefully in his home on August 19th, 2025 surrounded by his loving family.  Fred was born in Damariscotta, at Miles Memorial hospital in 1942, the son of Evelyn and Frederic Boynton Hatch, II.  He was a graduate of the class of 1960 at Lincoln Academy, where he was crowned “Sir” Lincoln and was a letterman for his participation in the athletic programs.  

Although Fred spent the last 40 years in New Harbor, his home was always in Damariscotta on “Back Meadow Rd”, where he served his community in the selectman’s office in Damariscotta for over 6 years.  Fred also served the Masonic Lodge in Damariscotta where he was elected as the Worshipful Master of the lodge for two terms.

Fred had three passions in life: golf, baking cinnamon buns at the Cupboard Café and his beloved wife, Claudia L. Hatch.  Rain or shine, Fred could be found at Sheepscot Links from April through October.  Fred was the original baker of the Cupboard Café cinnamon buns, from 1995 through 2024.  Fred lovingly took care of his wife Claudia L. Hatch at home from 2019-2021 as she predeceased him in 2021, showing his devotion to her each day.  Fred was the rock of his family, he didn’t always have many words, but when he spoke it was meaningful.  

Fred is survived by his six children and their partners, Fred and Annette Hatch of Auburn, James Hatch and Susan Schiro of Rockland, Gary Hatch and his husband Meynard Icaro of Phoenix, AZ , Joseph and Krista Hatch of Newcastle, Mary Dee Grant of Windsor, and Joanne Choate of New Harbor.  Fred is also survived by his sister, Pam Reed of Damariscotta; his grandsons, Jonathan Hatch and Garrett Grant; and by many nieces and nephews.

Fred’s family would like to thank the amazing oncology and hospice teams from Maine Health, and the wonderful private nurses that brought him so much support and joy and helped to keep him home until the end.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Caring for Kids, 2561 Bristol Road, New Harbor, ME  04554.  A private service for immediate family will be held at the New Harbor Cemetery.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of the Strong-Hancock Funeral Home, 612 Main Street, Damariscotta, ME 04543.  Condolences, and messages for his family, may be expressed by visiting: www.StrongHancock.com.