LEWISTON- Our dear mother, Cecile C. Forgues born June 11th, 1927 sadly passed away surrounded by family, on September, 7, 2024, at the age of 97. She was a wonderful mother who was always there when we needed her the most, offering support, wisdom, and love in abundance. A friend to many, she was a cherished member of the community at Montello Heights in Lewiston, ME., leaving behind a legacy of kindness and gentleness. She was predeceased by her first husband, Yvan A. Cote, her second husband, Fernand J. Forgues, who she called her knight in shining armor, and her beloved daughter Jane V. Arenson.
Cecile (known as Mem to all who loved her) enjoyed a wonderful life together with Fern (lovingly known as Pop to family). They shared love for gardening, going to antique shops, traveling and being with family. They loved the holidays, especially Christmas. It was always a magical experience to enter their home to a Christmas wonderland with beautiful decorations throughout each room, many that were handmade by them. They always kept very busy together. Pop spent so much time in his workshop creating something for Mom or for the grandchildren. Cecile was always crafting or writing on her computer, which she delved into in her late 70’s or making chocolates for family and friends. She was known as the “Doll Lady” because of her collection of over 900 dolls. They both were very dedicated to family. They loved spending time with grandchildren, teaching them many life lessons, helping them when there was a need, encouraging them and having them spend nights at their home and spoiling them with all kinds of treats and fun activities. We all were so blessed by their love and dedication.
Cecile loved music of many different genres. She also loved to dance, which she did for the last time only four weeks ago at a special event at Montello Heights. We like to think that she danced her way into heaven and saying for the last time…”I love you more”.
Cecile is survived by her beloved family, her daughter Christine Dupuis and her husband Bob Dupuis from Greene, ME, Son-in-law James Arenson from Cedar Rapids, IA, daughter Elaine Fournier and husband Leroy Fournier from Leland, NC, and Son Mickey Cote and Wife Tracy Cote from Hardeeville, SC. Mom cherished each of her eleven grandchildren, twenty-four great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren.
A Memorial Mass honoring Cecile’s life will be celebrated on Friday, September 13, 2024 at 10:30 AM at St. Philip’s Catholic Church at 2365 Turner Rd. in Auburn, ME. There will not be any visitation. Arrangements by the Pinette Dillingham & Lynch Funeral Home 305 Alfred A. Plourde Parkway in Lewiston, 784-4023. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed at www.lynchbrothers.com .
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