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Arlene Pomerleau Obituary

AUGUSTA -- Arlene R. Pomerleau, age 77, died Friday, March 4, 2011, at MaineGeneral Rehabilitation and Nursing Care Center at Glenridge following a long illness. She was born in Augusta, on Dec. 5, 1933, a daughter of the late Arsene and Cecile (Bell) Cote.

Mrs. Pomerleau was a homemaker for most of her life, and had worked for a time at NRF Distributors. She was a talented seamstress and was well-known for the beautiful clothes that she made for her children. She doted on her dogs, Angel and Sparky, and enjoyed her daily walks and car rides with them. Mrs. Pomerleau loved to garden and spent many hours tending to her flowers and yard. She was especially proud of her husband, children and grandchildren whom she dearly loved.

She was a communicant of St. Augustine Catholic Church and was a member of the Ladies of St. Anne Society. She enjoyed making rosaries and volunteered her time in the cafeteria at St. Augustine School for many years.

Mrs. Pomerleau was pre-deceased by a brother, Roger Cote.

She is survived by her husband of 56 years, Norman J. Pomerleau of Augusta; a son, Jimmy Pomerleau of Farmingdale and his wife, Denise; two daughters Terry P. Gray of Augusta and her husband, Lee, and Deborah J. Giordano and her husband, Dominic, of Old Orchard Beach; three brothers: Donald Cote Sr. of Sidney, Raymond Cote of Georgia and Joseph Cote of Florida; two sisters: Laurette O'Brien of Farmingdale and Joan Harrington of Windsor; 11 grandchildren: Jonathan Stred, Veronica Nicknair, Lukas Stred, Aaron Stred, Maggie and Christopher Pomerleau, Danielle Gray and Jennifer Gray, Shane McDonough, Tricia Muncy, Josh Giordano; four great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

At her request, there will be no public visiting hours. Following cremation, a Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday, March 11 at 11 a.m. at St. Augustine Catholic Church, Northern Avenue, Augusta. Burial will be held in the spring in Holy Family Cemetery, Townsend Road, Augusta.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Arlene's memory may be made to: Alzheimer's Association, Maine Chapter, P.O. Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011.

Arrangements are under the care of Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta.

Condolences to the family may be sent through the funeral home website at: www.plum merfh.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Kennebec Journal on Mar. 6, 2011.

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Edna Doyon

March 10, 2011

Norman, Debbie, Jimmy, Terry and all grandchildren
We are so sorry about your loss. She will be missed by so many people in this community and we will all miss her smile.
Edna & Nelson

Peggy Cummings

March 10, 2011

Norman, Debbie, Jimmy, Terry -

I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your during this difficult time.

March 10, 2011

Sincere condolences to the Pomerleau family from all of us at the Lincoln Color Center

Jeff and Laurie Bell

March 9, 2011

Normand, Jim, Debbie, Terry and all Of Arlene's extended family, I am so sorry to here of her passing. My thoughts are with you all at this difficult time.

Arlene taught me how to bind area rugs way back when I started at NRF in the early 80's. As I ran into her over the years she always had a smile and took the time to chat a bit. I know she will be missed.

God Bless

Joe & Debbie Marotta Personal Touch Flooring

March 9, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Michael Poulin

March 8, 2011

So sorry to hear of her passing. May you all take comfort in knowing that she is in a much better place where there is no pain or suffering. No one can take away the great memories that you all share. I remember going to the house on Laurel St. everyday to play with Debbie and Jimmy. We had such a great time with all the kids in the neighborhood. She would call my mother and they would talk or my mother would come out into the yard above on Crosby St. and they would chat back and forth. She always kept a close eye on us. There were always snacks and drinks in the house for everyone. And of course the pool table in the basement! I miss all those good times and her great smile. Please, all of you, take good care!
Mike

March 8, 2011

Our sincere condolences to all of the Pomerleau family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. From all of us at Saliba's Rug, Bangor.

Dexter Pinkham

March 7, 2011

To Norman,Terry,Debbie,and Jimmy,
I am very sorry to hear of your loss,my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Lisa White-Newell

March 7, 2011

Dear Pomerleau, my deepest sympathy in the loss of your loved one. God Bless.

Tracey Levesque (Bilodeau)

March 7, 2011

If there is one memory that stands out of my childhood, it was Mrs. Pomerleau. Our bus stop was on the corner and every morning she would be outside tending to her flowers or heading out for a walk. Her house was always the house to go to for Halloween too! She was a wonderful Lady and will surely be missed by the neighborhood. My thoughts go out to the Pomerleau Family.

March 7, 2011

Norman and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. I believe Aunt Arlene was my dad's (Roger) favorite.. They used to talk a lot. She was a truly classy lady. She and my dad will certainly be missed. I miss him so much. You are in my thoughts..and prayers..Dianne Buotte (Roger's daughter) and family.

March 7, 2011

Sorry about your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

David & Renette Leibowitz

Ron Cote

March 7, 2011

Norman, and family, Arlene was a wonderful lady and will truly be missed, have comfort in the fact that she is now with her parents and brother (my dad) looking down on us all

Irene & Mike Altieri

March 7, 2011

Dear Norman and Terry, Jimmy and Debbie,
Our deepest sympathy to all of you and the family. Arlene was a true lady.
Irene and Mike Altieri

March 7, 2011

Norman and Family so sorry for your loss. our deepest sympathy to all.
Jim & Elisa Laflamme

Brian Howe

March 7, 2011

Sincerest condolences to Norman and all his family.

March 6, 2011

Normand and family, so sorry to hear about Arlene's passing. Our deepest and sincere sympathy to you and your family. May God Bless All Of You. Leo & Mary Lou Caron ( Nokomis, Florida)

March 6, 2011

Our sincere condolences to the Pomerleau family at this sad time.She leaves a wonderful family to cherish her memory. The Cayouette Flooring family,Rockland Me

Charlie & Monica Gorman

March 6, 2011

Norman and family; so sorry to hear of Arlene's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mickey Furrow

March 6, 2011

Norman and family: I am so very sorry for your loss. I did not know Arlene well but missed seeing her walk the dogs past few years and hoped she was well. Loved seeing her work in the yard in the perfectly manicured landscape. She was truly a classy lady.

Linda Veilleux

March 6, 2011

I wish to send my heartfelt condolences to the Pomerleau family.
Arlene was a lovely lady in so many ways. We called her the welcoming lady on Windy street. I will miss seeing her in the garden . My grandaughter and I always walked pass her house on the way to my mothers, always a beautiful smile and a hello even when she was inside she waved from her window. I am waving good by to her now, may the good lord take her in his arms and keep her.

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