JAY —   A Mass of Christian Burial for Arlene M. Bernard Castonguay was celebrated Thursday morning at St. Rose of Lima Church, with the Rev. Thomas Lequin, celebrant. Bearers were members of her family, Doug Coombs, Bert Poisson, Mike Wright, Allison Coombs, Cherie Parker and Dorine Wright. Arlene’s daughters, Barbara Poisson, Rosanna Coombs, Angela Beckwith and Francine Castonguay placed the pall on their mother’s casket after the blessing upon entering church. Granddaughters Allison Coombs and Dorine Wright offered the readings, and during the sign of peace, Cherie, Isaac and Cherie Parker placed roses on Arlene’s casket in front of the altar. The gifts were brought forward to the priest by daughters, Francine Castonguay and Barbara Poisson. Hymns during Mass, sung by the Resurrection Choir, were “Peace is Flowing,” “Here I am Lord,” “On Eagles Wings,” “Be Not Afraid,” “Saints of God,” “Come Home” and “Ave Maria,” offered by Don Lesuer. Interment followed at Holy Cross Cemetery in Livermore Falls, where immediate members of her family placed roses on her casket including granddaughters, Erika and Shawnna Beckwith. Prior to Mass, readings at the Wiles Remembrance Center, Jay, and one of Arlene’s favorite hymns, “The Old Rugged Cross” was sung by Valerie Bernard. A time of refreshment and fellowship following her services was hosted by her family at LaFleur’s Restaurant in Jay.