Nora Gidney

In the loving memory of our mother, Nora Ann Gidney, who passed away on April 15, 2023. Nora was the devoted wife of Raymond Gidney who predeceased her in 1969. Being on her own at the age of 34 with three young children, Nora thrived at raising and loving Bonnie, Scott, and Benny. The challenge of being a single mom in the 70’s only made her stronger as she pursued her driver's license and employment in the Vassalboro school system. Nora was later employed as a teachers aid in Waterville; teachers aid and education technician in Winslow then culminating as an assistant to longtime friend Betty Turner working for the American Institute. Nora will be deeply missed by all who know her.

Our mother was a kind, caring and giving person who always put the needs of her family before her own. Nora was a strong woman who faced every challenge in her life with courage and dignity. Our mother was a source of inspiration to us all and she will be deeply missed by everyone whose lives she touched.

Growing up, Mom was always there for us, whether we needed help with our homework or just a shoulder to cry on. She was a woman of strong beliefs, and she instilled in us the importance of family, hard work and doing what is right. Our mother was a true role model who we will always look up to.

Nora was predeceased by her parents Allan and Nora MacDonald, brother George, sisters Jean and Frances and special son-in-law Dave Huard. Nora is survived by stepsons Joe Gidney, Ray Gidney and his wife Judy, daughter Bonnie Huard, sons Scott Gidney and his wife Cindy, Ben Gidney and his wife Denise and many loving grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Thank you to the great staff at Lakewood care facility and Hospice staff for the loving care they provided for our mom.

The funeral service will be held at Veilleux Funeral Home, 8 Elm Street, Waterville, Maine on Thursday April 27, 2023, at 11 am.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Northern Light Continuing Care Lakewood 220 Kennedy Memorial Drive, Waterville, Maine 04901 Attn: Activity Department.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.VeilleuxFuneralHome.com for the Gidney family.