SKOWHEGAN – Rose E. Thebarge, 94, of Skowhegan passed away peacefully on Friday, Feb. 19, 2021. Rose was born on Sept. 15, 1926 in Skowhegan to Albert and Marguerite

Thibault and married Norman J. Thebarge. Rose was a homemaker and Head Start teacher’s aide after getting her GED and an associate degree in early childhood education. She enjoyed playing cards with Norman (sometimes letting him win) and other couples, and for many years did square dancing and car trips. In later years she became an avid reader of mystery stories, history, and Christian romance.

She is survived by son David of Skowhegan, James and wife Janet of Gilbert, Ariz., George and wife Joyce of Falmouth, son John of Sanford, daughter-in-law Linda of Skowhegan; as well as grandchildren Jerrod Thebarge, Jennifer Frederick, Erica Gregory, Gena Lamontagne, and Alissa Alimohammed; eight great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Rose was predeceased by her parents; husband Norman; brother Arthur, sisters Delia and Doris; and son Michael.

The family expresses deep appreciation to the amazing staff at Cedar Ridge and Beacon Hospice. In the final four months, family members could be with Rose around the clock, and the dedicated workers showed how much they cared for Rose in the loving care they provided.

A mass of Christian burial will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family.

Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan ME 04976.

Donations can be made in Rose’s honor to:

Catholic Charities

215 E Church St.

Elmira, NY 14901

(please indicate in the memo which program you would like your donation designated to and/

or which county) or to:

the charity of your choice



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