Annette C. Therrien Obituary (1920 - 2019)

Waterville-Annette C. Therrien of Waterville, went to be with the Lord on May 15, 2019 at the age of 98 with her family by her side. Annette was born in Waterville, Maine on August 22, 1920, the daughter of William and Delia (Quirion) Gagne. She was a member of Corpus Christi Parish. Annette worked at the Wyandotte Worsted Company for 37 years in the weaving department. For many years, she enjoyed braiding rugs for friends and family. She was a huge fan of the Patriots; it was rare she would miss a game. She also enjoyed making puzzles, playing cards and games, eating her chocolates, coloring special pictures which she took seriously and enjoyed sharing with friends and family. Annette enjoyed traveling with her spouse and visiting with her daughter and son-in-law in Florida. She loved being with her children and grandchildren. She loved any party, especially with family! Annette was predeceased by her husband Gerard Therrien Sr. and her precious grandson Gerard Therrien III. Also, predeceased by her 4 sisters and 2 brothers. Annette is survived by her children, Mary Ann (Mel) Graves of Belgrade, Me., Linda (Ray/Artie) Lemieux of Winslow, Me., Leona (Mike) Miller of Bonita Springs, Fl. and Gerard (Kim) Therrien II of Wayne, Me. Memere leaves behind 13 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild. Also, her sister Alice Harding of Waterville. Per request of Annette, there will be no visiting hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM on Thursday, June 13, 2019 at Notre Dame Catholic Church, 116 Silver Street, Waterville. Burial will be in the Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 163 Mount Vernon Road, Augusta. Annette's family would like to thank the friendly staff at Arbor Terrace in Gardiner for the care and friendships she received there and enjoying the various activities. Also, a huge thank you to the wonderful Hospice Doctor's and Nurse's on 1 West, who cared for our mother at MaineGeneral Medical Center, Augusta. Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville. An online guestbook can be signed, condolences and memories shared at www.gallantfh.com. Donations may be made in Annette's name to: American Diabetes Association. Go to the following link for instructions. http://www.diabetes.org/donate/other-ways-to-give/donate-by-mail.html American Diabetes Association P.O. Box 15829 Arlington, VA 22215 Make all checks payable to: American Diabetes Association Print out this form to send a memorial or honor gift by mail. Please provide us with: Name of person donation is in honor or memory of Name and address of person who we should notify of your gift Name and address of donor and who should be listed on the card The American Diabetes Association will promptly send a personalized card to the person or family indicated, notifying them of your thoughtful donation. Every gift is tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law and the donor will receive an acknowledgment for his or her donation.