Rosaire Joseph Rossignol

Rosaire J Rossignol, 81 of Waterville passed away peacefully on July 30, 2023 at Maine General Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 10, 1941, the son of Antoine and Cecile (Roy) Rossignol. He attended Mt Saint Charles in RI and got his business degree from Thomas College.

Rosaire married the love of his life Carmelle on May 22, 1965. He was a loving husband, father and pepere. His daughters have fond memories of camping, fishing, chip and dip Sundays and his special popcorn.

Rosaire started his own business, R&R Auto Parts in 1972 and continued to operate that business for 35 years until his retirement. He enjoyed traveling with his wife, to many places, but his favorite was to Las Vegas where he would find a special bench and watch Carmelle spend their money on the slots. He also enjoyed gardening, reading and visiting relatives in Canada. He had a very special bond with his nieces and nephews from Canada.

Rosaire was predeceased by his parents and wife Carmelle. He is survived by his four daughters, Renee Pellerin and husband Craig of Oakland, Nicole Clavette and her husband Russ of Sidney, Monique Stanley and her husband Levi of Fairfield and Simone Goodspeed and her husband Andy of Fairfield. Rosaire was also blessed with four wonderful grandchildren, Emily & Tyler Pellerin, Ashley & Timothy Clavette; his brother Robert Rossignol and sister-in-law Rebecca Rossignol, his sister Bernadette Poitrais; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

A Mass of Christian Burial for Rosaire will be held this Saturday, August 12, 2023 at 11 AM at Notre Dame Catholic Church in Waterville, ME, followed by a burial at St. Francis Cemetery. Please visit www.VeilleuxFuneralHome.com to share your memories and condolences with the Rossignol family.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Winslow Community Cupboard, 12 Lithgow St. Winslow, ME 04901