WATERVILLE – Gene Paulette passed away Tuesday, August 22, 2023, at home just as he wished. Gene was born Feb. 26 1944 in Waterville to James and Violette Paulette. He graduated Winslow high school in 1962 and started his lifelong career at the Morning Sentinel where he worked for 44 years.

On Nov. 23, 1967, he married the love of his life Rose Deschaine. They were married for 55 years and together they raised three children.

Gene was a hard worker most of the time holding down two jobs to be able to provide for his family, in return he also loved to have fun. Many antics happened around the campfire and family gatherings.

Gene loved camping but most of all he loved his family. He looked forward to visits from his kids, grandkids and great grandkids.

Gene was predeceased by his father and mother. He is survived by his wife of 55 years Rose Paulette; children Cheryl Trott (Cabot), Scott Paulette and Debbie Blaisdell, Holly Paulette and Ed McCausland; grandchildren Dylan Trott, Cameron Trott, Justin McCausland and Rita Brown; great grandchildren Oliver, Everleigh, Kamden and Waylon.

He is also survived by his brother Ron Paulette (Sandra), Betty Pelletier, Paul Paulette (Denise) and Mike Paulette, brother-in-law Roland Deschaine (Diane), Martin Deschaine (Jane) and David Deschaine; many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

At Gene’s request there will be no funeral. Also at his request he wanted us all to gather, have a party, remember him and have fun.

There will be a celebration of life Sunday Sept. 10, 11 a.m., at Center for All Seasons, 1 Center Dr., Belgrade (formerly Bartlett’s campground). All are welcome.

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