Estelle Martel

Lewiston----Estelle Martel 74, of Sabattus St. died July 2nd as a result of an auto accident. Born in Nantes, P.Q. Quebec August 19, 1941 a daughter of the late Josephat & Laura Villeneuve Godbout she was educated in Lac Megantic P.Q. Mrs. Martel was a member of the Prince of Peace Parish at Holy Family Church. She graduated from St. Mary's Hospital CNA Program where she worked for 40 years. She enjoyed taking many trips with her husband, to flea markets and casinos. Estelle was devoted and compassionate towards care of her patients. She is survived by her husband of 53 years, Normand Martel of Lewiston, daughter Diane Hatch and her husband Dennis of Litchfield, her grandchildren Denise and Dennis Hatch, Jr., Michael and Mikayla Van Hamlin, a great-grandson Trey Hatch, a brother Claude Godbout of Auburn, sister-In- law Patricia Lafrance and husband Roland, brother-in-law Roger Martel and wife Connie, Godchild, Nicholas Martel. She was also predeceased by a daughter, Claire Martel, her brothers Emilien and Leandre Godbout, sister Laurette Leclerc, granddaughter Deanna Hatch, sister-in-law Rita Godbout. The family wishes to thank: Lewiston Police, Fire Dept., EMT Responders and the residents of Pond Road who came to their immediate aid. Online condolences at www.thefortingrouplewiston.com

A life remembered service of Liturgy of the Word will be held privately at the convenience of the family. Burial, St. Peter's Cemetery. Donations, in her memory, may be made to The Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope and Healing 29 Lowell Street, 5th Floor Lewiston, ME 04240. A service of The Fortin Group Funeral Home Cremation and Monument Services, 70 Horton St. Lewiston, Me. 207-784-4584