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1918
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2010
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Gerard Pelletier Obituary
He was a life member of the Knights of Columbus and the American Legion. He was active in Boy Scout Troop 648 in various capacities including Scout Master for over forty years, and received many awards including Silver Beaver and St. George Emblem. In January of 2009, he received a 50 year award for his time spent in scouting. While Scoutmaster, he would go to Camp William Hinds in Raymond for a week with his scouts, where they would be the only troop to do all their own cooking in their campsite while other troops ate at the chow hall. It was there that he perfected his Bean Hole Beans and he continued doing them for many years for the Knights of Columbus. He was an avid fan of the Red Sox, the Patriots and the Boston Bruins
He is survived by two children, Jeannine Steidl and her husband Paul Steidl, of Albuquerque, NM, and Lucy J. Behnke, of Topsham; grandchildren Alec Steidl of New York City; Amy Olson and her husband Dwayne of Belmont, NH; Alissa Behnke of Topsham and Adam Behnke and his wife Coreena of Raymond, and his great grandchildren Harrison and Evangeline Behnke. Other survivors include his brother Lionel Pelletier and his wife Jofrette of Topsham; his sisters Jeanne d'arc Bourque and Gertrude Labbe of Brunswick; his sisters-in law Marie Pelletier and Cecile Pelletier of Brunswick; his brothers-in-law Rod Lavoie of Whiting, NJ and James Howard of Scotland; his daughter-in-law Pat Light and her children and grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife of 64 years, Anita Lavoie Pelletier, a son Roger (Pegzy) Pelletier, and his brothers Alcide and Raoul Pelletier.
Visiting hours will be Friday, November 12 from 6-8pm at Demers-Desmond Funeral Home , 34 Cushing St., Brunswick. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, November 13th at 11 a.m. at All Saint's Parish St. John the Baptist Church, Pleasant St., Brunswick. Burial will be Monday, November 15 at 10:00 am at Maine Veteran's Memorial Cemetery, 163 MT Vernon Road, Augusta.
Memorial donations may be made to Scout Troop 648 c/o All Saints Parish, 132 McKeen Street, Brunswick, ME 04011.
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for Gerard Pelletier
November 17, 2010
Dear Lucy,Jeannine & Family,
Very sorry to hear about the passing of your father. Even though he's in a better place -it's so hard to go through. Hold tight to those special memories.
I was away on Friday and Saturday when you had the services.
Sincerely,
De Dee
William (Bill) Raymond
November 17, 2010
My deepest sympathies go to Mr. Pelletier's family. Gerry was very instrumental in my life during the several years I spend in Troop 48 (later 648), and the many good times we spent at Camp Hinds. He was the guidance I needed through my Boy Scout years, and his persistence and patience allowed me to attain my Eagle Scout award, and later as his Assistant Scout Master. I carry all of these fond memories of Gerry some 40+ years later -- his influence has made me who I am today! Mr. Pelletier will be missed, and I thank God he allowed him into my life.
November 12, 2010
Gerard was one of the kindest and most generous men I have ever known. He was devoted to his family, a good neighbor, and the best of friends. We will miss him greatly. He was a dear, dear man.
-Jim & Mairi Howard, Scotland
Richard A Bryant
November 11, 2010
As scoutmaster of Troop 633 1st Parish Church from 1960 to 1980, I spent many special hours with Gerry. He was a good person and a great friend. My sympathies to the family.
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November 11, 2010
Raymond and I offer you and your family our deepest sympathies and will be thinking of you on Saturday.
Raymond & Marilyn VI
November 11, 2010
Jeannine & Lucy - Both of you and your families are in our hearts and prayers. Russell was saying he remembers your Father at the paper mill and being involved in Scouts. I can picture your Father in his Scout uniform and both of your parents working the K of C breakfasts with my parents in their "senior years". We have been blessed to have our parents as long as we have.
Russell & Beatrice Lachance, NH
Bob Kanewske
November 10, 2010
My sincerest condolences, Lucy. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cynthia Simpson
November 10, 2010
Lucy: I was so sorry to read about your Dad today. He certainly lived a full life. My deepest sympathy at this time.
Mary Ellen cooper
November 10, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. No words can express the feelings of losing a parent. Know he is in a better place and you can be proud you gave him love and caring these last few difficult years for him
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