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Alice Saucier Obituary
1928-2014
MADISON - Alice Ouellette Saucier, 85, passed away peacefully at her home in East Madison in the early afternoon of Feb. 22 with her loving family by her side. Alice was born Alice Lillian Boynton in Connecticut on May 31, 1928 to Reginald and Leona Boynton. She graduated from the Leon Institute of Hair Design in Waterbury, Conn., in 1946 and shortly after her family moved to Smithfield, Maine.
Alice married Willard J. Ouellette on April 12, 1948, making their home in East Madison, and raising their family: Brad, Linda, Keith, Paul, Veronica and David. She was predeceased by Willard, who died on March 19, 1970, shortly after David's birth.
Alice combined and balanced motherhood with a career as a hairdresser. For many years she operated "Alice's Beauty Shoppe" in her East Madison home. Alice married Reginald (Reggie) Saucier on July 18, 1986. She sold her house and she and Reggie moved next door. Alice and Veronica opened "Alice and Company Salon and Spa" in downtown Skowhegan in 1989. The business expanded and eventually moved to its current location at the corner of Madison Avenue and Leavitt Street. Alice retired in 2001.
Alice had a lot of interests. She loved spending time with her children and grandchildren. She enjoyed music; playing the piano and accordion; maintaining her beautiful flowers and gardens; creating beautiful stained glass pieces, lamps and cabinet doors; needle point; knitting and quilting. Alice had a lifelong interest in horses and horseback riding - a pastime that has been passed on to her two daughters.
Alice was part of the fabric of East Madison. Through her own kindness and the interactions of her six children she touched the lives of many. The woman with the wonderful smile and the beautiful red hair will be missed by many.
Alice was predeceased by Reggie who passed away on Dec. 30, 2013, and brother, Larry Boynton. Alice is survived by her children, son Brad Ouellette and wife Linda, of Embden, daughter Linda Ouellette, of East Madison, son Keith Ouellette, of Madison, son Paul Ouellette, of East Madison, daughter Veronica Wright and husband Jim, of Cornville, son David Ouellette and wife Allison, of East Madison; and all of her beautiful grandchildren: Ryan Snell, Alicia Ouellette-Belmore, Renee Wright, Monica Ouellette, Steven Ouellette, Aliya Ouellette, Maranda Ouellette and Isaac Ouellette. She is also survived by her sister Loraine Arsenault and husband Frances.
A memorial service will be held at 9 a.m., Wednesday, Feb. 26, at Notre Dame de Lourdes Catholic Church, Water Street, Skowhegan with Deacon Steve Kramer. Interment will be in the spring at Calvary Cemetery, Skowhegan.
In lieu of flowers, Alice's family hopes you will plant a tree, a shrub, a flower and watch it grow and nurture it in memory of Alice's loving care of her gardens and her family.
Alice's family extends their appreciation to all of the hospice volunteers and nurses: Sister Janet Gagnon, Lynda Van Tuinen, and Suzie Matthews whose help, kindness and love helped Alice continue to live in the comfort of her home until her passing. It is in honor of their compassionate care that donations may be made in Alice's memory to MaineGeneral HomeCare & Hospice, 10 Water St., Waterville, ME 04901.
Arrangements are under the care and direction of Smart & Edwards Funeral Home, 183 Madison Ave., Skowhegan.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alice Saucier
Colleen Jones
February 18, 2021
I have beautiful memories of all the good times we shared. I miss you, my friend. May you be at peace!!
Colleen Jones
February 18, 2020
Thinking of you today and remembering our extended road trip looking for a special "rock" shop. It seemed as though I drove forever. We ended up in Kennebunkport where we enjoyed a delicious lunch. On the way back home, we didn't find a "rock" shop either. So much fun and so many laughs! Love you so much and miss you. May you be at peace in heaven!!!
Fran & Ivar Pearson
June 26, 2014
Dear Children of Alice - her world and biggest love. Not knowing of her passing saddens me, but remembering her beautiful smile and love for life, makes me remember her with laughter and love. We were good friends for so long and knowing of her love for the Father and Son, makes me realize how content and happy she is in heaven. Knowing she is with Willy is so wonderful and she is finally home. She has been a "good and faithful servant". God Bless you all. We shall always hold her in our hearts and continue to love her dearly.
March 3, 2014
Linda and Veronica... So sorry for your loss. Your Mom could light up a room with her smile...she was a special person and loved by many. Take comfort that she now knows peace and will be a bright star from above. Kim Willette
March 2, 2014
Beautiful lady. Beautiful soul. An honor to have loved and been loved by her. Her strength will live forever in my heart.
Jan Downing
February 28, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. I hope your wonderful memories will bring you comfort.
Sally Dionne Tibbetts
February 27, 2014
My deepest sympathies to Paul, Veronica and the rest of the family. I have fond memories of your mother from my East Madison days.
Susan Hunnewell
February 26, 2014
My Deepest Sympathy to all of you on the lost of your mother my thought and prayers go out to all of you.
Ron & Sally Moody
February 26, 2014
Paul,David and families of Alice-
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother.May your treasured memories bring comfort to you. We will always remember her as we look at our stained glass cupboard door she made for us.
Skip Viles
February 25, 2014
So sorry for your loss! I will miss seeing Alice sitting on her porch. Nancy & I stopped in to chat with her after our walks. She was a special lady. I remember when she cut my hair as a kid at your house. A piece of East Madison will be truly missed!
Rosa McGrail
February 25, 2014
To the children of Alice, I will never say I know how you feel as relationships are like snowflakes, (one of a kind unique to only you). Enjoy the worst and the best of memories with a mamma that lived the greatest challenge, being a mamma; your mamma. And remember: When you look at your mother you are looking at the purest love you will ever know ~ Mitch Albom
Lori Holmes
February 24, 2014
Veronica and Family....I was so saddened to hear of moms passing! She was a wonderful lady whom always made people feel at ease with her beautiful smile and laugh! Rejoice that you were with her thru the end and she was able to enjoy a long blessed life with her 6 wonderful children! Huggs Lori Clukey Holmes
Paul & Phyllis Lapointe
February 24, 2014
We were so saddened to learn of the passing of a beautiful lady with the great smile. Will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Colleen Jones
February 24, 2014
May the beautiful memories you have of the life you shared with your Mom bring you comfort and peace at this time. She was an amazing lady and a very special friend to me.
With deepest sympathy,
Colleen Jones
Tina Gilbert
February 24, 2014
So sorry to hear of your moms passing.such a lovely lady..Sincerely,Reggie&Tina
Valerie Michaud
February 24, 2014
Veronica, Jim and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. When I think of Alice I always associate her with her wonderful palomino standing out in the pasture and how we all enjoyed his presence while driving by.
Jean Forbus
February 24, 2014
To Linda and Family, iam so very sorry for the loss of your mother, may you know she is resting with her God and someday we will all be toeghter again, may the good times out weighe the bad,, if you need anything at all just call me, love and peace ,
Naomi&Gary Lisherness
February 24, 2014
Keith, sorry to hear of your mothers passing.She was a a great lady.
February 24, 2014
I am so very sorry! I am glad I stopped by last year for a very nice visit and I am glad I stopped in last Thursday, I hope she was able to know I was there. I used to love that laugh of hers. I have lots of great memories from all the hours I spent at her home. My heart is saddened for the entire family..
Linda Longley
February 24, 2014
Dear family, as a longtime patron of Alice's Salon & Spa, I know how much your family, especially your mom means to you. Please accept my sincere sympathy for the loss of your dear mom. My prayers are with your family.
Christine Smith
February 24, 2014
To the Ouellette Family, my heart grieves with you today. I know your pain for I just lost my Mom this month also. You all took such great care of you Mom especially in these last several years. My great comfort is Psalm 139 especially where we are told that God watched us as were were formed in our mothers womb and the days for us were ordained by Him before we lived even one of them. God's love for us is more than we can comprehend, I pray you find peace and comfort in one another and in God who is Love. Your friend and neighbor
Linda Breingan
February 24, 2014
To all of Alice's children ~~~~
Once again, East Madison has lost another great lady. They don't come much better than my dear neighbor Alice. Such a happy lady and always busy tending her home , gardens and her favorite horses. Now its your turn to be waited on, so RIP beautiful lady, you certainly have earned the honor. X0
Ruth Blood
February 24, 2014
With deepest sympathy
Pat Croteau Avin
February 24, 2014
Linda,Veronica, Brad, Keith, Paul, David & their families~Reading your mother's obit today saddened may heart. So many East Madison memories of when we were young and when we were neighbors! Please accept my condolences. You are all in my prayers.
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