1913 – 2013

LEWISTON — Dorothy L. Bolduc, 99, of 66 Warren Ave., Lewiston, died Tuesday, Oct. 8, at d’Youville Pavilion.

Born in Presque Isle on Dec. 18, 1913, she was the daughter of Pierre S. and Laura Caron Michaud. Dorothy was one of nine children. On Sept. 4, 1933, she married Simeon J. Bolduc, who passed away in December 1984.

A member of Holy Family Church, Prince of Peace Parish, she was very active in church activities, especially with the Sodality. She was also a member of La Survivance Francaise, and for more than 30 years volunteered at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center.

A devoted mother and grandmother, she is survived by two daughters, Rita L. Jean of Lewiston and Simone and husband, Glen Blaisdell, of Lewiston; and 17 grandchildren, three step-grandchildren, 41 great-grandchildren, nine step-great-grandchildren and eight great-great-grandchildren.

Besides her parents, husband and eight siblings, she was predeceased by a son, Peter Bolduc; a daughter, Joan Coady; a grandson, Thomas Jean; and a great-grandson, Ryan J. Guay.

The family wishes to express their heartfelt and grateful thanks to the entire staff on 4 West of d’Youville Pavilion. The care, respect and love you gave to our beloved Mother and Grandmother during her two years with you was nothing less than awesome. You all became part of our family and we will hold you in our hearts forever. And to all the hospice staff who assisted in her last days, we appreciate your help in preparing us to face her journey home.

Condolences and a photo tribute may be accessed online at www.albert-burpee.com.