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Barbara Caswell Obituary
She was born March 1, 1961, in Gardiner, the daughter of Robert Edward Caswell and Nancy Lee (Mar) Caswell. She fought courageously against a lifelong illness. In her time here she showed us how to face one's own mortality every day, yet live to the fullest. She will be missed and dearly remembered by any and all whose lives she has touched for her enormous heart, endless capacity for forgiveness, great cooking, many collections, and love of sudoku and Pepsi.
She is survived by both her mother and father; her two children, Hilary and Travis Thibodeau; as well as her lifelong companion, Michael Thibodeau. Other survivors include her siblings: Robert Caswell, Beth Palmer-Gay and her husband, Mike, Richard Caswell, Dennis Caswell, Charles Caswell and his wife, Penny, Ronald Caswell, and Darell Caswell and his wife, Kelly; and many other relatives and friends she considered family.
Among survivors are many special cousins, nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and "adopted" children she adored throughout her life and without whose undying love and devotion to cribbage, cards, Scrabble, telling stories, making puzzles, opening gifts, doing crafts, teasing, swimming and countless other entertaining activities, she would not have been able to laugh and smile her whole life through. You are all her kids.
Her family wishes to thank the staff of the critical care unit at MaineGeneral Medical Center, Thayer Unit, for their exceptional care and understanding. To her favorite personal care assistant (her angel) Hope, thank you for caring for our mother in her time of need.
Graveside services will take place in West Gardiner later this spring. The family is planning a gathering of all who knew her to share in the joy and happiness of her life with a celebration later this month.
She was predeceased by her brother, Dale Caswell; a special close cousin, Clarence York, and several other friends and relatives. We know they are all together and smiling now. She wanted us all to know that life is short, but sweet, and that hers was the sweetest.
Arrangements are under the care of Staples Funeral Home in Gardiner.
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Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Caswell
Kelly & Nick True & Vangie Preble -Nickerson
April 4, 2009
Barbie use to watch my daughter True -lynn and was a great friend.You will be missed by all you touched and our prayers are with your family.
Lynn T
March 27, 2009
I went to school with Barbara, we got along very well. We lost touch shortly after that but, I found myself wondering how she's doing. We shared the exact same b-day. I now know that it looks like she was loved and had a happy life, despite obstacles. Sending all family and friends peaceful thoughts to get through this.
brenda nickerson
March 19, 2009
I have always been good friends with barb, we spent many nights playing backgammon, and spent many nights talking about everything, I loved her right to death, and Im going to miss her so much, we go back so many years she's always helped me and I've always tried to be there for her Im going to miss her so much, she was a best friend to ;me especially when I needed her, you couldnt ask for a better friend,she was a true friend,and you dont find a friend like that, Im going to miss her so much, I love u barb! god bless you!!!! I love u so much!!!!
Hilary Thibodeau
March 19, 2009
Thank you all for your kind words and support. For anyone who is able to join us we will be holding a gathering Sunday April 5th around 1pm at the old Clinton Grange. We will be contacting everyone with directions and details. Feel free to drop us a line also!
Hilary, Travis, and Mike
Becky Violette
March 19, 2009
I miss Auntie so much.My prayers are with you all.
Jill, Heather and Melanie Smith
March 15, 2009
Barbie was one of the most generous and loving people we will ever meet. She was a friend (and mom) to many and we will always remember her fondly. To Mike, Hilary and Travis, our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of Barbie's family and friends.
Sean Germain
March 15, 2009
I'm happy I was lucky enough to know her. She was a very nice woman and a great mother. My thoughts go out to her family and friends.
sandy french
March 14, 2009
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
James & Pauline Mullen {Dad & Mom}
March 14, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss.We loved Barbra so much.Everytime she saw us she would call us mom and dad.We loved her as our own.May God be with you all.Our prayers are with you all.God Bless
Dawn and Lee Haywood
March 13, 2009
Ourhearts are a little sadder today because the world has lost a beautiful person...however, it is tempered with the smiles that she has favored us with over the years. We'll miss your smile, Barb, and will always admire your strength and perserverance! God Speed!
Louise Ashby
March 13, 2009
I am thankful I was able to meet Barb once. My daughter in-law and her sister spoke very highly of his women. My thoughts are with you all.
Lorene Marston
March 13, 2009
Our love and prayers are with you all.May God be with you all through this. Auntie Barb new me as Lou-Lou Bell
Norman and Beverly Brown
March 13, 2009
Our hearts go out to the Caswell
family. Ron: Norm and I are so sorry!
You mentioned her often when we
sat out back last summer.
She sounds like she was a very special young woman.
If you need us, we are here
for you.
Our Love & Sympathy, Norm & Bevey
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