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Maxine Rouelle Obituary
Mickey graduated from Spaulding High School in 1960 and then went to work for the Vermont Department of Motor Vehicles. Following her marriage she was busy and happy as a homemaker and raising her children. Moving to New Hampshire, Mickey was employed in the financial aid department at Hesser College for several years and then returned to Vermont in 1988, where she took a position with the Department of Aging as an administrative assistant. More recently, Mickey worked as an administrative assistant for Casey Family Services in its offices in Waterbury and Winooski and was currently working part time for the University of Vermont Extension Service.
In her leisure time she enjoyed reading, researching ancestry, knitting, flower gardening, her many pets, and most of all she loved spending time with her family.
Mickey is survived by her children, Wendy Welch and her husband, Jim, of Duxbury, and Eric Morse, of Berlin; her brothers, Robert Fernandez, of New York, William Fernandez and his wife, Donna, of North Carolina; as well as three nieces and a nephew.
Graveside services will be held from the West Hill Cemetery in Williamstown at a later date. For those who wish, memorial gifts would be appreciated to the Central Vermont Humane Society, P.O. Box 687, Montpelier, VT 05601 (www.centralvermonthumane.org). Assisting the family is the Perkins-Parker Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Waterbury. To send online condolences please visit us at www.perkinsparker.com and Facebook.
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Memories and Condolences
for Maxine Rouelle
Greg & Laura Titus
May 27, 2015
Wendy, Eric and families
We were so sorry to hear about Mickey. Please know you are in our thoughts.
May 26, 2015
Dear Wendy, Jim and Eric,
Paul & I were so sad to hear of the passing of your mom - a truly memorable woman. We had many fun evenings with your mom and dad some years ago. You're in our hearts and prayers.
Jane Willard, Waterbury, VT
Christi Sherlock
May 22, 2015
The UVM Extension Office in Berlin has had the extreme pleasure of Mickey being part of our team for the past one and a half years. A short time, but long enough for us to know the treasure we'd found. We're so lucky that complete retirement wasn't for her!!
Missing you SO much, Mickey. Left a vase of lilacs on your desk today...just like last year.
Sylvia Beck
May 18, 2015
I am so sad to hear about Mickey. She hired me to work with her at the State in 1992 and I found her to be so much fun and so knowledgeable and for being a newbie at the state, she helped to adjust so much. Great woman!.
Danica Zirkle
May 18, 2015
Mickey was such a beacon of light. Each time I picked up the phone to contact my Guardians at CFS, I hoped that Mickey would answer. When Mickey was there, I felt safe. She made me feel special and wanted. Thank you, Mickey, it meant so much. I am blessed to have known her sweetness, caring, and humor--it was immeasurable. I am so sad to know that she has left us; yet, I truly believe her spirit lives on with many. To Mickey's family and close friends, thank you for creating a space for us to share our love and memories--we will miss her very much!
Patrick Flood
May 17, 2015
I am very sorry to hear of Mickey's passing. She and I worked together for years with the state. She was a hard worker, and a great colleague, with a real sense of humor. She was a pleasure to know and to work with. She was always so committed to her family. My condolences to her family; thanks for sharing her with us for years.
Mary Murphy
May 17, 2015
Thoughts and prayers go with you. Mickey was a special person, gone too soon. We had shared a lot of laughter over the years.
Lorraine Gilman
May 16, 2015
I was very sorry to learn of Mickey passing. She will be deeply missed
by many.
With my sincere sympathy,
Marijane Barber
May 15, 2015
Eric, Wendy & Jim -
I am so sorry for your loss. I had many heart to hearts with Mickey and always enjoyed seeing her. I feel sad for her passing, but know she is now with her beloved, Doug.
I am thinking of you all.
Everett & Sylvia Stebbins
May 15, 2015
Mickey, you left us way too soon and without warning. We know where our next meeting will be, so please leave the light on for us. Our thoughts and prayers are with You, Eric, Jim, Wendy and family.
Jane Green
May 15, 2015
So sorry to hear about Mickey, she was a nice person.
Eva Rosberg
May 15, 2015
This was such devastating news. Mickey was simply the best in so many ways. She was pragmatic, hard-working, straight-shooting, funny, insightful, caring, dedicated, cantankerous - (in a good way), honest and real. I am only one of the many who will miss her greatly.
Carol Stewart
May 15, 2015
So shocked to hear of Mickey's passing as I was unaware of any illness. She was married to my brother Doug and she was a sweetheart even though we did not talk to each other much, she was always in my thoughts especially after of Doug's passing. Will keep Wendy and Eric in my prayers and hope to see them later. Carol and Bob Stewart
Ruth-Ann Eaton
May 15, 2015
When I think of Mickey, I think of an energetic person who brought joy and laughter to my life when we met as a Mother's group. An evening out with the girls doing scandalous things like having coffee, exchanging patterns, talking with other adults. The person who taught me how to be a cross country Mom and would chide me for not yelling loud enough. Thinking of you, Mickey, always and will always bring a smile to my face and I will hear your laughter.
Maria Lindsay
May 15, 2015
Mickey, you were at the heart of Casey in Vermont. Your service to the children and families of Casey will always be remembered. I know there is a special place in heaven for you.
Elizabeth Vincent
May 14, 2015
So shocked to learn of Mickey's passing. She was always such a joy to interact with. God bless her.
Judi Daly
May 14, 2015
Mickey was at the center of all we did at Casey. Her candy bowl and chair next to her desk were always available when you needed a break. She was more than a colleague, she was a good friend, caring about everyone's families and always with a proud and often funny story about Wendy, Jim and Eric and all their animals. I continued to look forward to our regular lunches after Casey ended. It is so hard to grasp that she is gone.
Kelsey Smith
May 14, 2015
You will be missed!
Kathy Moore
May 14, 2015
Mickey, aka Mortimer, had an amazing impact on everyone she met. I have never known anyone like her - she had a unique ability to strike up a conversation with a complete stranger and all involved would walk away with a big smile and a great story to tell. I will forever miss this beautiful lady. She certainly has a piece of my heart with her. Much love to Eric, Wendy, Jim and family. She loved each of you so deeply. Fly with the eagle Mort, fly with the eagle.
Cindy Metcalf
May 14, 2015
Mickey was so full of life. You could know Mickey without loving her. She was smart and spunky and her sarcasm spot on. I will miss my good friend.
Nancy Birge
May 14, 2015
Mickey was a shining light in our lives at Casey Family Services, where I had the privilege to work with her for nearly 13 years. Shine on dear friend!
Jessica Bernatchy
May 14, 2015
You will be missed
Denise Merchant
May 14, 2015
Wendy and Eric, I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. She was always so kind and thoughtful. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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