Jacqueline “Jackie” Raymond

WATERVILLE – Jacqueline “Jackie” Raymond, 73, passed away peacefully on Aug. 15, 2022 with her family by her side. She was born in Fort Kent, the second of six children of Regina and Renie Raymond.

There’s a special place in heaven for Jackie. If you ever crossed her path you would never forget her and more than likely you would have made a friend for life. She charmed people with her outgoing personality, wit, smile, gift of gab and she loved to ‘flirt’. She made us laugh often and told it just as ‘she’ saw it, which on occasion would make you want to run and hide. She was a social butterfly who enjoyed weddings and family gatherings, which gave her an excuse to dress up, put on her favorite jewelry, and she always added a little glitz and sparkle to her ensemble.

Her favorite pastimes were playing games, especially cards which she was extremely good at so don’t expect to win because she was pretty sharp and lucky to boot; bingo, music, singing, making puzzles as well as collecting porcelain dolls.

The Fourth of July was one of her favorite holidays as she was assured a ride on the party boat at the lake and the icing on the cake was an evening cruise to watch the fireworks. She was a hard worker, great at organizing, determined and willful which helped her through her many life’s struggles.

She loved her family dearly, was especially proud of all her nieces and nephews, but had a special spot in her heart for Bob, her brother-in-law, as he catered to her every whim which made her feel so special.

Jackie’s surviving family includes Jeannine (Bob), Lulu, Marie and sister-in-law Susan; nieces Renee (Ricky), Jennifer (Brian), Jessica (Ed), Katie (Everett) and nephew, Bobby (Sacha); grandnieces and nephews Chantal (Dylan and their son Luke); Rylie, Jaidyn, Lauren (Mike), Scarlett, Lily, Lexi, Wyatt, Madilyn and Evelyn.

She was predeceased by her parents Regina and Renie; sister Rita, brother Gil, brother-in-law Bruce; grandparents; and many aunts and uncles.

The family would like to thank all the caregivers and workers at Mt. St. Joseph who cared for Jackie over the years. There are way too many to mention but a special heartfelt thanks goes out to Julie and Sherry who cared for her at her weekly Skills program. No matter how she felt, or the effort it took, she never wanted to miss a day at Skills! You made her so happy. And last but certainly not least there is no way to thank the selflessness and loving care she received from our sister, Jeannine and her husband, Bob. Your generosity and dedication to Jackie will surely be repaid with a special place in heaven.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, Aug. 31 at 10 a.m. at Notre Dame Church on Silver Street in Waterville. The burial will be at St. Francis Cemetery immediately following the mass. All are welcome and are invited to return to the Church hall following the burial for a Celebration of Life.

A simple act of kindness, a smile or an unexpected visit from a friend or relative was all Jackie needed to make her day. She would also challenge you to do good recklessly.

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

If you so choose, a memorial contribution in Jackie’s name may be made to:

Skills Inc.,

P.O. Box 65,

St. Albans, ME 04971


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