1931 – 2016

LEWISTON — Aline Mercier, 85, of Lewiston passed away Sunday, Oct. 9, in Lewiston.

She was born Feb. 27, 1931, in Lewiston to parents Joseph Emery and Eva (Pomerleau) Fortin.

Aline attended St. Peter’s school until the eighth grade, and attended Lewiston High School, Class of 1949. Aline was married to Bert, the love of her life, on Aug. 6, 1955.

She enjoyed spending time with friends, playing cards and going out to eat. Aline took great pleasure in spending time with family. She worked at Bates Fabric, Woolworth’s, Shapiro Brothers, Benoit’s and Porteous.

Aline was predeceased by her parents; brother, Paul E. Fortin; sister, Maryann Bissonnette Johnson; and two favorite grandsons, Daniel Philip Mercier and Derek Paul Mercier.

To Bert, Donald, Sue, Daniel and Claudia Mercier, I want you to know that I loved you very much and have been very proud to have you as my family. Each of you has brought me great joy.

To my grandsons, Craig Mercier, Timothy Mercier, Craig Major, Colby Major; and great-grandsons, James Major, Memere loved you.

To my sisters, Irene Pomerleau and friend, Arthur Paradis, Jeannine Westleigh, Annette Chase, Claire Young; and favorite brother, Leo Fortin and his wife, Merlene, I love you very much.

To my favorite nephew, Richard Bissonnette and family, I love you.

To my dear friend, Pat Labonte, her husband and her children who were like family, and my dear friend Henrietta Charest of 68 years, I love you.

To my extended family at Oak Park, thank you for all your love and support over the years.

Last but not least, Denise Ahlberg and Doris Griffin, who were like daughters to me and their families, I love you.

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