Edith Marie Chevalier

Edith Marie (Skipper) Chevalier of Melbourne, FL, passed away peacefully and surrounded by members of her family on September 26, 2024, at the age of 86. She was born in Wilmington, NC on November 16, 1937 to Robert and Addie (Stokley) Skipper.

She is survived by her 5 children; Denise Doppstadt of Melbourne, FL, Michael Chevalier and his fiancée Sophie Thibault of Rochester, NH, Michelle Chevalier of Tustin, CA, Danielle Chevalier-Brown of Las Vegas, NV, and Paul Chevalier and his wife Kerry of Kansas City, MO. Also, her 12 grandchildren; Shana, Ashley, Dustin, Matthew, Devin, Zachary, Andre, Andrew, Mikayla, Allee, Vinny, and Gavin, and 11 great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her brothers Robert and Charles Skipper.

Marie loved her family fiercely. With a strong will and determination, she dedicated herself to raising her children, always putting their safety, health, and well-being first. While navigating the challenges of military life, she created a nurturing environment in which they could grow. No matter what challenges they faced in life, they knew they always had a soft place to land at home with Mom.

She was actively involved in the lives of her grandchildren and great grandchildren, who have many fond memories of her strong, kind, and supportive presence in their lives. She could always be counted on to help when needed, and joyously celebrated all their important milestones and achievements. Her greatest joy in life was being with and supporting her big family.

Marie lived a life filled with love, warmth, and dedication, touching the hearts of everyone she encountered. She was quick to make friends with her sweet and gentle disposition. A caregiver by nature, she took many children into her home over the years as a daycare provider, ensuring that those children were well-loved and cared for.

She had a radiant smile, a mischievous sense of humor, and loved making people laugh. In her leisure time, Marie enjoyed reading, completing puzzles, and watching her “stories.” These simple joys brought her peace and happiness, which she graciously shared with others.

Marie’s legacy of love, kindness, and unwavering support will live on in the hearts of her family and the countless friends she made throughout her life. She will be profoundly missed by all who knew her.

Visiting hours will be held Friday November 1, 2024, 9:30am-10:30am at Dolan Funeral Home, 106 Middlesex Street, N. Chelmsford, MA, followed by funeral mass at 11am at St. John the Evangelist Parish, 115 Middlesex Street, N. Chelmsford, MA.

Donations in her memory can be made to the Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation: www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org.