1924-2002

LEWISTON – George Aime Brochu, 79, of Lewiston died Nov. 3, 2003 at Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Biddeford on May 5, 1924 the son of Adjutor and Emilienne (Roux) Brochu.

He was educated in Biddeford schools. He later volunteered and served in the artillery with the U.S. Army in the European Theatre of Operations during World War II and was honorably discharged in 1946.

Mr. Brochu worked as a brick layer and was a member of the Brick Layers/Mason Union Local II. He also owned and operated Nel’s variety store until his retirement.

He married his wife the former Monique Bissonnette on May 30, 1953 at Sts. Peter & Paul Church in Lewiston.

George and Monique celebrated their 50th anniversary with their family this past summer. He was a member of the Pastime Club and also a member of the Pastime Snowshoe Club. He was an avid sports fan and especially supported the New England teams. George most enjoyed maintaining his backyard pool for his grandchildren and watching them play in the water. He also enjoyed barbeque parties and made the best cheeseburgers in the world. He was a good husband, father and grandfather.

George never did like his middle name, Aime, but it fit him well. He was truly loved and admired by his family and friends who will miss him dearly.

He is survived by: his wife, Monique of Lewiston; three children, Sandra Marquis and her husband, Daniel, of Lewiston, Michael Brochu and his wife, Carol, of Lewiston and Daniel Brochu and his wife, Michelle, of Scarborough; four grandchildren, Heather, Robie, Cameron and Courtney; his mother-in-law, Helen Bissonnette of Lewiston; twin siblings, Paul and Pauline Brochu; and a sister Theresa.

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