1917 – 2014

LEWISTON — Claude L. Rossignol, 97, died peacefully in his daughter Joannie’s arms on Thanksgiving, Nov. 27, at Marshwood and was escorted by angels to his heavenly blue room.

He was born in Van Buren on Sept. 29, 1917, the son of Joseph and Alma (Michaud) Rossignol.

Claude married the former Mabel Winters on Dec. 26, 1941, and together they raised seven children.

He was a World War II veteran of the U.S. Army. He was employed at Central Maine Medical Center, and, later, by Geiger brothers until his retirement., when he became known as a “jack-of-all-trades” where he enjoyed helping anyone in need.

Survivors include three daughters, Terry Clavet and husband, Luke, of Lewiston; Joannie Rossignol of Lewiston, and Ann Marie Comeau and husband, Maurice, of Farmington; and three sons, Donald Rossignol of Auburn, Claude Rossignol Jr. and his wife, Pearla, of El Paso, Texas, and Patrick Rossignol of Lewiston.

Claude was one of twenty children, and he is survived by two brothers, Gerry Rossignol of Lewiston and Patrick Rossignol of North Carolina; and one sister, Simone Cote of Florida.

Also surviving are 39 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; 10 great-great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by his wife, Mabel C. Rossignol, who died Sept. 10; and one son, Robert Rossignol, who died on Nov. 20, 1989.

Joannie wishes to thank the staff at Odd Fellows for their extraordinary support and care these past eight years. He gave you a run for your money and cherished your friendship. He considered all of you a part of his extended family. Also, my heartfelt thank-you to all the angels at Marshwood who took time to pamper my “Daddio” these past two months, especially Linda and Jessica during his final hours. Last but not least, thank you, Uncle Gerry, for your daily visits, and to my friend, Donna and her husband, the Rev. Toni Lombardi, who provided spiritual comfort on a regular basis. Thank-you to my friends who took time to listen to me babble on endlessly about my father’s colorful journey. I feel blessed to have you in my life.

Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed at www.lynchbrothers.com.