Maine Shaker Sister June Carpenter Dies at 88
- Sister June Carpenter, aged 88, died in Maine, marking a significant loss for the last active Shaker community in the U.S.
- There are now only two Shakers left in the world, both residing at Sabbathday Lake in New Gloucester.
- Sister June Carpenter was one of the last three Shakers globally.
- Her death occurred on Tuesday morning, as reported by multiple news outlets.
- The Shaker community, known for its simplicity and communal living, faces further decline with her passing.
Articles (4)
WFAA Dallas·
Maine Shaker Sister June Carpenter, one of the last in the U.S., dies at 88
KHOU Houston·
Maine Shaker Sister June Carpenter, one of the last in the U.S., dies at 88
KING 5 Seattle·
Maine Shaker Sister June Carpenter, one of the last in the U.S., dies at 88
WCVB Boston·
One of the last three Shakers in the world dies in New England