Joanne C. Paquette

1944-2022

Joanne C Paquette, 78, passed away Saturday, May 28, 2022 at her home in Lewiston with her loving husband of 58 years by her side.

She was born January 14, 1944 in Lewiston the daughter of Leon and Cecile (Bilodeau) St. Pierre. She graduated from Lewiston High School where she was a majorette. She married Normand E. Paquette June 1, 1963. During earlier years they enjoyed roller skating, bowling, and dancing together. They spent a lifetime raising three children and travelling throughout the country, Europe, and the Caribbean Islands.

Joanne enjoyed life including her commitment to the Prince of Peace parish serving as a Eucharistic Minister and a Hospice Volunteer. She also loved her work beginning at the First Manufacturers National Bank and then as an office manager and tax preparer for her clients at H&R Block for 38 years.

She was a voracious reader and enjoyed many hobbies including painting and arts & crafts, macramé, and needlepoint.

Joanne is survived by her husband Normand E Paquette; three children Christine Sears & husband Scott, Cheryl Murphy & husband Brian, and Marc Paquette & wife Denise; five grandchildren Emma and Julia Paquette, Ericka and David Strout, and Madison Nichols. A brother Robert St. Pierre & wife Jean; sister-in-law Louise St. Pierre; several nieces and nephews.

She was predeceased by her parents.

A special thank you to all the wonderful Androscoggin Home Healthcare nurses and hospice aides for helping Joanne.

Online condolences may be shared with her family at www.thefortingrouplewiston.com

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 (1-800-608-8795); stjude.org/donatetoday

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 1 pm Wednesday, June 8th at Holy Cross Church, 1080 Lisbon Street, Lewiston.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of The Fortin Group, 70 Horton Street, Lewiston, ME 04240 207-784-4584