Joanne C. Paquette

LEWISTON – Joanne C. Paquette, 78, passed away Saturday, May 28, 2022 at her home in Lewiston with her loving husband of 58 years by her side.She was born Jan. 14, 1944, in Lewiston the daughter of Leon and Cecile (Bilodeau) St. Pierre. She graduated from Lewiston High School where she was a majorette. She married Normand E. Paquette June 1, 1963. During earlier years they enjoyed roller skating, bowling, and dancing together. They spent a lifetime raising three children and travelling throughout the country, Europe, and the Caribbean Islands.Joanne enjoyed life including her commitment to the Prince of Peace parish serving as a Eucharistic Minister and a Hospice Volunteer. She also loved her work beginning at the First Manufacturers National Bank and then as an office manager and tax preparer for her clients at H&R Block for 38 years. She was a voracious reader and enjoyed many hobbies including painting and arts and crafts, macramé, and needlepoint.Joanne is survived by her husband Normand E Paquette; three children Christine Sears and husband Scott, Cheryl Murphy and husband Brian, and Marc Paquette and wife Denise; five grandchildren Emma and Julia Paquette, Ericka and David Strout, and Madison Nichols. A brother Robert St. Pierre and wife Jean; sister-in-law Louise St. Pierre; several nieces and nephews.She was predeceased by her parents. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated 1 p.m., Wednesday, June 8, at Holy Cross Church, 1080 Lisbon Street, Lewiston.Online condolences may be shared with her family at http://www.thefortingrouplewiston.com.In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St Jude Children’s Research Hospital501 St June PlaceMemphis, TN 38105(1-800-608-8795)stjude.org/donatetoday