Fernande D. Lemelin

Fernande was born on January 8th, 1929, a daughter to Ulric and Annie (Bradbury) Dionne. She was raised in Lewiston and attended lewiston schools.

She met her future husband Gerry and the two were married on July 3rd, 1948.

In her working years, she spent time as an inspector for Philips Elmet before starting her family.

Fernande loved reading, knitting and cooking and was well known for her lasagna. She had a big heart and cared for everyone around her. She even brought home cooked meals to her elderly neighbors to ensure they were well taken care of. She enjoyed frequenting foxwoods, Tim Hortons, family gatherings and fun weekends at Allen Pond with Gemma, Bert and Maryanne.

She was a proud member of the Holy Family Church and the Ladies of St. Anne.

Fernande is predeceased by her parents, her beloved husband Gerry, her son Stanley, her sisters Anna (Tiny), May and Carmen, as well as her half-brothers Rosario, Ronaldo, Felix and Armand.

She leaves behind her son Bertrand and wife Rachel Lemelin, her grandson Christopher Lemelin, daughter in law Liz (Elizabeth) Burleigh, her sister Pauline, brother Robert as well as many nieces, nephews and friends.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff, both past and present at Schooner Estates and Androscoggin Home Health who gave Fernande incredible care during her time there.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 12th from 2PM to 4PM at The Fortin Group in Lewiston. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, November 13th at 11AM at Holy Family Church, with Committal Prayers to follow at St. Peter's Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Fernande's memory may be made to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org

Arrangements are under the care of The Fortin Group Funeral Home | 70 Horton Street Lewiston, ME 04240 | (207) 784-4584