Patricia "Pat" Dutil Fernald Obituary (1939 - 2022)

Patricia "Pat" Dutil Fernald 1939-2022 Winslow - Patricia "Pat" Dutil Fernald, beloved wife, mother, memere, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away at Maine General Medical Center on April 14th after a period of declining health. Her loving husband and children were by her side. She was born at home in Winslow on July 5, 1939. She was the daughter of Albert and Henrietta Chasse Dutil. Pat was educated in Winslow schools and was a lifelong resident of Winslow. On September 7, 1957, Pat married her high school sweetheart and the love of her life, Hartley "Buzz" Fernald. They were married at Saint John the Baptist Church and were married for 64 years. Together, they lovingly raised 3 children. She was a devoted and loving wife and mother. While raising her family, she volunteered in her children's activities and sports. She was a Brownie leader and Little League volunteer. She also served as President of the Winslow Band Boosters Club, the Winslow Baseball Boosters Club, and the Winslow Basketball Boosters Club. Pat was a volunteer for the annual Winslow Fourth of July Celebration. She was a lifelong communicant of Saint John the Baptist Church. She served as a Eucharistic Minister and Church Council member. She also taught CCD classes. After raising her family, Pat worked for several years in the Post Office located at the 107. Pat was a phenomenal cook and baker. She loved every holiday, especially Christmas. She received great joy watching her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren experience the magic of Christmas. Pat was skilled at knitting and crocheting. She was an avid reader and shared her love of reading with her daughters. She was a die-hard Red Sox and Patriots fan. Pat enjoyed traveling with her husband, children, and friends. She loved people and made friends wherever she went. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her beloved daughter, Vicki Ann Falconer. She was also predeceased by her sister, Theresa Dutil; brothers Louis "Pete" Dutil; Joseph "Bob" Dutil; Daniel "Chi-Chi" Dutil; sister-in-law Evelyn Dutil; nephew Kevin Dutil, and her lifelong best friend Sylvia Poulliot. Pat is survived by her devoted and loving husband, Hartley "Buzz" Fernald; her daughter Terry Lynn Ladd and son-in-law Donald Ladd; son Peter Fernald and daughter-in-law Karen Fernald; son-in-law Eric Falconer; grandchildren Matthew, Erin and Kaitlyn Falconer; Tyler Ladd and his wife Krystle "Kae" Ladd, and Trevor and Taylor Fernald; great grandchildren Amaya, Marcella, Darren and Kamrin; brother Albert "John" Dutil and his wife Lorraine Dutil; sisters-in-law Claire Dutil and Therese Dutil as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. At Pat's request, there will be no visiting hours. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 9:00 on Saturday, April 30th at Saint John the Baptist Church, 26 Monument Street, Winslow ME 04901. Interment will be at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville, ME. An online guestbook may be signed, condolences and memories shared at www.gallantfh.com. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Pat's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105