Jeannine Genest
OAKLAND – Jeannine Genest, 78, of Oakland, passed away on Feb. 14, 2024, with her loving husband Bob and family by her side. Although Jeannine had many health ailments over the years, she courageously battled her illnesses with every fiber of her being. Instead of focusing on herself, she devoted her energy to her family and friends, which resulted in a home that was welcome to all. Over the years, she and Bob hosted many people at their lakefront home, playing one of their favorite board games “tocks”, taking boat rides, chatting, laughing, and cooking large meals for everyone. One thing was certain, anyone who came to visit never left with an empty stomach.
Celebrating holidays with her children and grandchildren was a tradition of utmost importance to her. She maintained close associations with her many relatives and traveled from Fort Kent to Connecticut, visiting with them while spending time reminiscing, playing cards, or visiting a casino. She had a very special lifelong relationship with her aunt Cecile, cousin Louella, and dear friend Pat. On occasion her travels took her to Florida, Las Vegas, and a once in a lifetime cruise to Bermuda.
Jeannine was known for her commitment and dedication to doing what’s right and had a strong work ethic. Prior to her retirement she worked for the Maine DOT Maintenance and Operations in Fairfield as an office manager, then moved on to an administrative role in Augusta. Before that she worked at Keyes Fibre and Scott Paper Company. She was also a member of the Supervisory Committee at KSW Federal Credit Union. Another personal accomplishment, one she was very proud of, was the fact that later in life she was able to continue her studies and graduated from Thomas College with a degree in Business Administration.
Because of her caring and generous nature Jeannine will be deeply missed, however her memory will live on through those who loved her. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 55 years Bob; her daughter Renee and husband Rick, son Bob and wife Sacha; granddaughters Chantel and husband Dylan, Lexi, Rylie, Jaidyn; grandson Wyatt; and great grandson Lucas; her siblings Lulu and Marie,, sisters-in-law Susan, Paula and husband Don, Cheryl and husband Steve, brothers-in-law Dale, Mike and wife Peggy; as well as many nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her mother Regina and father Renie; her sisters Rita and Jackie, her brother Gil; her mother-in-law Blanche, father-in-law Vincent; and sister-in- law Joan.
A mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on March 9, 2024, at Notre Dame/ Corpus Christi Parish, 116 Silver St., Waterville. All are welcome and invited to attend a Celebration of Life in the church hall immediately following the mass.
Please visit Jeannine’s memorial page at https://dsfuneral.com/obituaries/jeannine-genest where condolences, photos, and special memories may be shared.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks to carry on Jeaninne’s loving nature and pay it forward with a random act of kindness at
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