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Carol-Ann LaBrecque Obituary
She was born on Feb. 26, 1959, in New York, N.Y., and adopted into the loving home of Loraine and the late Ralph C. Marden. Carol-Ann earned an associate's degree in library sciences from the University of Maine and was employed by the Winslow Public Library.
She was a member of Kennebec Valley Baptist Church where she served as chair of hospitality and was a member of the Prayer/Care/Share Knitting Ministry. She enjoyed music, homemaking, new recipes and spending time with friends and family at their camp on China Lake. Her favorite Bible verse was Joshua 1:9: "Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the LORD thy God is with thee wherever thou goest."
She is survived by her loving husband, Paul, of 30 years; their son, Peter; her mother, Loraine Marden of Naples, Fla; her brother, Jeffrey Marden of South Portland; her in-laws, Frank and Sandra LaBrecque; many sisters- and brothers-in-law; and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by their firstborn son, Paul Joseph "Joey," who died of cancer at the age of 4.
There will be no visiting hours. A funeral service will be held on Saturday at Kennebec Valley Baptist Church, Waterville, at 11 a.m. A celebration of her life will follow the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to Winslow Public Library, 136 Halifax Street, Winslow, or to Lakeside Advent Christian Campground, c/o Vicki Davis, 11 Eaton Point Drive, Deer Isle, ME 04627.
Condolences may be expressed at www.lawrybrothers.com
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Lawry Brothers Funeral Home, 107 Main St., Fairfield, ME 453-6049 or (800) 660-2111.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carol-Ann LaBrecque
May 23, 2011
I am sorry for your loss. She was such a pleasure @ the Library especially with the Knitting Group!
Her presence will be sorely missed.
Elaine P. Boutin (Ben Sandy's grandmother)
May 21, 2011
Carol Ann was my friend. We shared many happy times like cooking class and my constant questions about where my knitting went wrong. We always depended on our "shared cupboards". We also shared some extremely sad and difficult times. Carol Ann loved angels and now she is Paul's and Peter's special angel looking over them forever. I will miss her.
Annette
Pamela Baker
May 20, 2011
Paul and Peter,
Carol-Ann taught us what grace and faithfulness is. No complaining and still sending out thank you cards
when she should have been the one receiving them. When she could have stayed home and no one would have questioned it she still attended church. What an example of faith-fulness to everyone! A great mother and friend! I am blessed to have known her.
Jane Hubbard
May 20, 2011
Paul, son Peter, and family members of Carol-Ann, please know that our hearts are broken by her passing. She was an exemplary Christian woman; gentle in spirit and giving. When our daughter died three years ago, Carol-Ann helped us tremendously. She went out of her way to bring food to our house, visiting us with such an understanding spirit, and a phenomenal connection to the crushing and sudden loss of our daughter. Her encouraging words of comfort strengthened us and brought our friendship even closer. At our daughter's memorial service, (April 26th), Carol-Ann went about helping us; we were unaware that it was the anniversary of her son, Joey's death. She never let on. Such a humble and caring friend! Carol-Ann was a tremendous blessing to us. We will miss her so very, very much. Psalm 147 1:3-5
Jennifer McCowan
May 19, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Carol-Ann was such an important part of my children's lives. She always took the time to help them find just the right book and made them feel so special. We all looked forward to chatting with her during our library visits. She was a wonderful woman, and she will be greatly missed.
Patricia Poulin
May 18, 2011
Carol-Ann's kindness to my son while he was in high school will never be forgotten. She didn't care why he had to do his community service - she just saw the good in my son. Now, eight years later, as I told my son of Carol's passing his first words were " Mom she was always so nice to me at the library".An act of kindness by Carol fondly remembered by a mother and her son.
Bruce and Jane Hubbard
May 17, 2011
Paul and Peter, What a wonderful woman of God Carol-Ann is. Her praying spirit, her compassionate heart, her willingness to love others and her many services for our Lord have set an example for many of us to follow. She now stands before her Savior and the angels rejoice with her. She is with Joey for all eternity and she has seen those who have gone before her,including Angela. We share your grief and look forward to the reunion in Heaven. May the Lord bless you and comfort you both at this time. We continue to pray for you.
In Christ's Love,
Amy Moody
May 17, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Carol was always ready to answer our library questions, chat with the kids or answer a knitting question. She will be sorely missed ~ although knowing she has an eternal home with our Lord Jesus Christ is a reason to rejoice. May God watch over and bless your family through this difficult time.
Marie LeClair
May 17, 2011
We are so very sorry for the loss of Carol. I knew her from our library.
She shared her delight with camp...
she was a people person...she was so
very, very nice. I would look forward to seeing her. She will be missed by many. Winslow has lost an earth angle and heaven has gained one.
Most sincere sympathys, Marie LeClair
Carolyn Draheim
May 17, 2011
So sorry for your loss. I will think of Carol often and miss seeing her at the Library
Susan Gurney
May 17, 2011
So sorry for your loss. She was a great person, have missed her smiling face at the library. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Glenda Longe
May 17, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your wife and mom. There are no words that say what my heart feels for you right now. Please know that God has promised to give you the "...oil of joy for mourning..." and as with oil it penetrates ALL but does so slowly with time.
James Kelleher
May 16, 2011
Paul & Peter, So very sorry to hear about your loss, I know Carol-Ann is watching over you to help you through this very difficult time. My prayers are with you always. Jim Kelleher
Joyce Nasr
May 16, 2011
Paul,
I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your sweet wife Carol. May God give you the strength to get through this. For such a young man you have had so much sadness your life. God Bless you.
Jerry & Karen Newell
May 16, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with Paul & Pete at this sorrowful time. Please don't hesitate to ask if you need anything.
Nate & Heather Tompkins
May 16, 2011
Pete, you're in our thoughts. We're praying for you and your father during this tough time.
Mike & Andrea Corbin
May 16, 2011
Paul and Peter,
We will continue to keep you both in our prayers during this difficult time. We know you will take comfort in the fact that Carol-Ann is now with our Lord!
Terry & Michelle Worcester
May 16, 2011
Paul and Peter
We are so sorry for your loss. Carol-Ann was well loved by those who knew her!!
Lisa Reed
May 16, 2011
Paul and Peter,
Robert and I are sorry to hear about the passing of your wife and mother. She was a very nice lady and I am glad to have met her. She was very helpful to me when I would see her at the Library. Treasure all the good times you had shared.
Your neighbors, Robert and Lisa
Jaye Wilde
May 16, 2011
Peter and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
May 16, 2011
Paul & Peter,
Sending prayers your way in hopes of helping you and your family get through this sorrowful time.
May God Bless you!
Ann Boucher
Deidre (Worcester) Farnham
May 16, 2011
Paul and Peter,
Thinking of both of you during this time!! She was a sweet person! <3
Cheryl Dixon
May 16, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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