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Marie Bissonnette Obituary
Marie was born on April 19, 1957 in Manchester, NH. She attended the University of Maryland in College Park, where she earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Law Enforcement with minors in Criminology, Psychology, and Sociology.
She joined the United States Army on January 27, 1981, served as a Signals Intelligence Analyst and German linguist, and after 20 years, retired honorably on September 30, 2001. Marie served her nation in California, Kansas, two tours in Germany, Texas, the Republic of Korea, Bosnia- Herzegovina, and Maryland. Highlights of her service were living history when assigned to Berlin, East Germany when the wall and border fell; and her deployment to Bosnia- Herzegovina in 1998-1999 under Task Force Eagle in sup- port of Stabilization Forces.
Marie loved to fish, kayak, bike, hike, tend her garden, cook gourmet multi-course meals, and ride her Harley Davidson motorcycle.
She will be loved and remembered forever, surrounded by so many positive, shining lights – competent and tough Army Non- Commissioned Officer, best friend who laughed a lot and did goofy things to make others laugh and smile, partner/wife, mother to two wonderful girls, daughter, sister, friend. My love, perhaps you will ride/soar along with me in the form of an eagle or hawk; I know when you are at peace you will visit...watching and waiting for my owl to come and sit.
Marie is survived by her wife, Ms. Stephanie Ann Eeckhout; daughters Patricia Swisher and Alexandra Lopez; mother Therese Perron; numerous siblings and extended family; and so many friends that loved her dearly. You are so missed.
A memorial for Project Healing Waters will be established in Marie's name to further honor her devotion to her nation, and benefit disabled military service personnel.
A memorial will be held in Frederick, MD for family and friends to celebrate her life. Marie will receive full military honors and be laid to rest in the mausoleum at Arlington National Cemetery.
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for Marie Bissonnette
Trisha Swisher
November 27, 2018
You were loved and adored by many. You touched all of our lives with your fun and loving spirit. I was shocked the day I heard the news, still it is hard to accept that you are gone even now. I think of you often, when I say my middle name, which is yours. When I say my daughters middle name, which is yours. When mom and I talk about many different things, you are in our conversations. On beautiful days, I tell mom "it's a nice day for a ride" (on her Harley) I also think of you, and how I would have one day went for rides with you. When I hear many of the songs we danced to, and the games we played, the places we went, the gardens we planted. You are so loved. Thank you for loving me, as well, and influencing me in so many ways. You are truly missed. I hope you are at peace and that we will one day meet again. Love you more than words can say.
Carol and Steve Stewart
March 25, 2013
Steph,
Our prayers are for you, Marie and your family. I first worked with Marie back in the 1992 timeframe in TX, and was so happy to see her again in 1997, again in TX and on to Bosnia. She was a super soldier, and a wonderful, down to earth person. With deepest sympathy for you and her family.
Gary Szafarski
March 24, 2013
Like many of you, I am shocked to hear of Marie's loss. Marie, you were a great Soldier and friend. I will never forget your sense of humor and how much you enjoyed life. You always kept me track at Ft. Hood and I wish I would've been able to join you and Steph for that "pitcher of beer" at the bowling alley. Steph, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gary
Elizabeth Deschesne-Godard
March 19, 2013
Marie,
You are loved by so many people and we will miss you and think of you every day. I hope that your soul is at peace, I cannot believe that you are gone from this world.
Angela Roybal
March 18, 2013
May you soar with the angels - rest in peace
March 18, 2013
Mer,
Love and miss you.
Angela Roybal
March 18, 2013
May you soar with the angels - rest in peace.
Vic and Jeana Johnson
March 17, 2013
Thinking of you Steph...our thoughts and prayers for healing.
Anna Risse
March 17, 2013
I miss hearing your laugh Marie. You were always smiling and were so much fun. Knowing you made a difference in mine and Elaine's life and we will see you again one day...
Stephanie Eeckhout
March 17, 2013
It is Sunday again...been two weeks. I miss you and will always love you. I will see you again my dearest soulmate. - Steph
Celine Therrien
March 17, 2013
Sending my love and sympathies to the Bissonnette family. Through my friendship with Diane, I got to know all of you.Marie always had my respect and admiration for it seemed that she was capable of doing anything.Thanks Marie for your military service and for always making me laugh. You are missed.
Diane Paquin
March 17, 2013
My shinig star! Now & forever
My wonderful sister xxxx
John Bissonnette
March 17, 2013
Dear Marie,
Although we grew apart, you were always on my mind and loved. You were my sister, nothing could ever change that and never will. Rest in peace and one day we will reunite. Love always, your brother John
Barb Swisher
March 17, 2013
See you later my friend.
Amy Teather
March 16, 2013
I love you so much Marie! You were such a fun, dedicated person and I will cherish the memories I had with you. Thank you for the many years of service you gave to our country. You will always be in my heart.
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