Since 1974, Rock Maple Realty has been serving the midcoast region of Maine, originally specializing in rural land, country homes, and farms from a two person office at Stickney Corner in Washington. 

During the past three decades, we've added a few more agents, gained enormous expertise in all aspects of real estate, and moved into more spacious quarters.  But we still consider ourselves a small agency by industry standards. 

Our modest size allows us to provide more personalized service to our clients. Rather than practicing "appointed agency", in which only one agent represents a buyer or seller client,  when Rock Maple represents you, all of our agents represent you.  Together. 

All of us at Rock Maple Realty believe that "the customer" comes first. We work hard to make sure that our clients, whether buyers or sellers, are satisfied. Take a minute to read the biographies of our agents, who represent a combined total of over a century's experience.  Then give us a call, send us a letter or e-mail, or stop by our office on Union Common.  Let us help you make the process of buying or selling your land or home more personal. 

Diane Laing has resided and worked in the midcoast area all of her life.  A graduate of Warren High School, the University of Maine in Farmington, and the University of Southern Maine,  Diane began teaching in 1966. After  two years, she took a break to care for her two daughters, Jennifer and Kristi, and did not return to teaching until 1975.  During her twenty-six years in SAD #5, Diane taught grades two and three, served as coordinator of the K-6 Gifted Education program, and was director of regional and state Destination Imagination meets.  She was also director of a children’s choir, secretary for the Teacher’s Association, served on the executive board, and taught numerous teacher workshops pertaining to gifted children.  Diane has been involved in 4-H, the Tri-County Horsemen, Eastern States Exposition, the Crawford Lake Association, and the Warren Congregational Church.  Her interests include  fly-fishing, reading, photography, hiking, cooking, knitting, quilting, and rug braiding.    dianel@rockmaplerlty.com

Rick Whelan has been a real estate broker in the midcoast area for over 30 years. He has specialized in country property including farms, woodlot management, large acreage, waterfront property and homes. He has also managed building and subdivision projects for clients. Rick has been active in community service and has been designated "REALTOR of the Year" for his high professional standards. Over the years, he has earned the respect and trust of the people he works with and has assisted two generations of buyers and sellers. Rick has a degree in biology, is a former Air Force officer, and taught high school biology and math in Massachusetts and Rockland, Maine. He has lived for many years on a small farm where he and his wife garden and observe wildlife. They have horses, dogs and laying hens.    rickw@rockmaplerlty.com

Jim Ianello moved to Union in 1987 in search of a rural life for his family. He has been a licensed Maine real estate broker ever since.  From 1991 to 1994, he was employed by Peoples Heritage Bank, first as a mortgage originator and then in property management and OREO sales. The following six years he specialized in commercial real estate in the Rockland market.  He operated Sterlingtown Realty from 2001 to 2006 when that company merged with Rock Maple.  Jim has a degree in electrical engineering from Tufts University, worked at Massachusetts General Hospital for 15 years, then in computer instrumentation sales and service before trekking north.     He has served on various town committees, including Conservation, Comprehensive Plan,  Ordinance Review, and Affordable Housing, as well as Chairman of the Thompson Community Center.  Jim's interests include building renovation, furniture making, skiing, camping, and biking. He enjoys finding creative solutions to problems in real estate, but derives his greatest satisfaction in helping clients purchase their first home.    jimi@rockmaplerlty.com
 

John Pushaw is a life long resident of Maine. He was in the building construction business for 20 years prior to becoming a real estate broker. He opened Union Realty in 1979. He operated it until 1997 when he joined Rock Maple Realty. John was president of the Penobscot Bay Board of Realtors in 1987-88 and a director from 1986 to 1989. In 1986 he was chosen as the Penobscot Bay Realtor of the Year. He works with both buyers and sellers who benefit greatly from his years of experience in all aspects of real estate.
johnp@rockmaplerlty.com

Donna Barker of Union is a life-long resident of the midcoast area. A licensed broker for 25 years, she brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in all aspects of real estate: residential, first time homebuyers, land, farms, subdivisions, waterfront, commercial, and investment properties. She is noted for her professionalism and hard work in assisting clients with their real estate needs and desires. Before joining Rock Maple Realty, she was the owner and designated broker of Gemini Realty in Thomaston. Donna is a member of the Maine Association of Realtors and the National Association of Realtors.  A graduate of Rockport High School, she attended Maine Medical School of Nursing in Portland. She married the late David Barker and has since resided in Union. While parenting daughter Sherry, Donna served as hot lunch manager for SAD 40 at Union Elementary and Junior High School for 10 years. She then joined the family business (Barker’s Garage) as bookkeeper. In her spare time, she enjoyed working with young people: she was instrumental in starting the first Girl Scout charter in Union; served as Brownie then Girl Scout troop leader; and taught Sunday school.  She has served on many charitable fund drives and in 1971 was honored as an Outstanding Young Woman of America. Donna’s interests and hobbies include spending time with her family and friends, country line dancing, cooking, and flower gardening.
donnab@rockmaplerlty.com

Marian and Bill Barker joined Rock Maple in February, 2007. Bill, a native of Rockland brings years of sales knowledge and experience in the auto industry. He also served as manager of Pen-Bay Glass in Rockland for 8 years. Marian was part owner of Pen-Bay Glass, before leaving in 2005. The Barkers live in Jefferson, along with Marian’s Mom, Anne. They have two sons, Nicholas and Andrew. Marian and Bill are avid campers, enjoying remote areas of northern Maine and the Maritime provinces of Canada. They also enjoy kayaking, hiking and canoeing. Bill and Marian have renovated their own home as well as two others in Union. They bring great enthusiasm, experience and passion to all that they do. Assisting both sellers and buyers in their real estate needs is very satisfying and rewarding to the Barker team.
marianb@rockmaplerlty.com