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Jacqueline Desveaux Obituary
Jacqueline was born in Winslow on Feb. 10, 1925, the daughter of George Pouliotte and Delia (Bernier). Jacqueline was married to Alphonse Desveaux; they lived and raised their children in Waterville.
She enjoyed music, shopping, working in her yard during the summer months and being a homemaker. Jackie also was a faithful Catholic, and a member of the Daughters of Isabella.
Jackie was predeceased by her husband, Alphonse J. Desveaux and her parents, as well as several nieces and nephews. She was the last surviving sibling of 15 children.
Jackie is survived by four children, Daryl Desveaux of Waterville, Delia Shorey of Waterville, Gary Desveaux of Sidney, and Wayne Desveaux of Shawmut. She had seven grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren.
A visitation will take place from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, March 9, at Veilleux Funeral Home, 8 Elm St., Waterville. A Mass of Christian burial will take place at 10:30 a.m. March 10 at Notre Dame Catholic Church.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to The Alzheimer's Foundation of America, 322 Eighth Ave., 7th Floor, New York, NY 10001.
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Memories and Condolences
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Gerry (Begin) Farley
March 12, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of Aunt Jackie's death. She was very special to our family. She spent many summers with us when she was young. My sympathies to the family.
Connie Munster
March 9, 2009
Dear Wayne,Judy and family,
I am sorry for your loss. She is now in a better place.
My thoughts are with you.
Love,
Connie Jo
Brett and Anika
Brant and Allison
March 7, 2009
Dear Daryl , Gary Delia and Wayne,
I am so sorry for the lost of your mom. Words never say enough.
Sincerely,
Nancy Levesque
Leo Caron
March 7, 2009
Dear Gary and Family,
It has been a long time since your railroad days in the track department. I want to offer my condolences to you and your family for the loss of your mom. May her spirit live long in your family.
Sincerely,
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