Georgette (Breton) Desmond

WINSLOW – Georgette Mary Ann (Breton) Desmond, 85, of Winslow, passed away peacefully Saturday morning surrounded by her loving family.

Georgette was born in Waterville, on Sept. 2, 1940, to Regina and Just Breton. She attended Mount Merici Academy and graduated with the class of 1958.

After graduating from high school, Georgette attended Pierre’s School of Beauty Culture in Brunswick, fulfilling her dream of becoming a hairdresser. Following the completion of her training, she opened “Georgette’s Beauty Salon”. For 54 years, she proudly operated her salon, ensuring that every person who walked through the door left feeling delighted and beautiful. Her kindness, generosity, and warm personality created an atmosphere where customers quickly became friends and family.

On July 4, 1964, Georgette married the love of her life, Dick Desmond, at St. John’s Church in Winslow. This marked the beginning of 61 wonderful years of marriage. Together, Georgette and Dick built a life filled with love and countless memories while raising their four children: Rick, Karyn, Mike, and Lori. Her compassionate and caring nature made her a devoted wife and a wonderful mother.

Georgette loved to sew and proudly carried on the legacy of her mother’s quilting club. “The Happy Quilters” met weekly to create quilts for those in need. Through their efforts, they donated to homeless shelters, humane societies, the Maine Children’s Home, and many other charitable organizations. The impact that Georgette and the quilting club made in the community is immeasurable. The club will miss her enthusiasm, passion, and wit but will continue spreading joy in her honor.

Georgette was known for always having a smile on her face. Those who knew her can attest to her unique and lovable personality that shone wherever she went. She loved her family, her friends, and an occasional Mai Tai from Jin Yuan’s in Waterville. One of her greatest joys was playing card games with her grandchildren. No matter who you were, Georgette would never simply let you win. That competitive spirit was passed down to her children and grandchildren, leading to many late nights filled with laughter and games of Phase 10, Left-Right-Center, and Rummikub.

She was predeceased by her parents, Regina and Just Breton, and her brother, Roger Breton.

She is survived by her loving husband, Dick; her brother, Leonel (Diane) Breton; her children, Rick (Sherry) Desmond, Karyn (Artie) Gagne, Mike (Kathleen) Desmond, and Lori (Trevor) Loftus; her grandchildren, Christopher Gagne, Brandon (Makayla) Gagne, Rachel Desmond, Michael (Jenica) Gagne, Riley Loftus, Matthew Desmond, and Talon Loftus; and her great-grandchildren, Miya, Aliana, Maliyah, Ellosie, and soon-to-arrive Stetson and Jax Gagne.

A service will be held Saturday, March 14, at 9 a.m., at St. John’s Church in Winslow. A reception will follow at St. John’s cafeteria. A spring burial will take place at a later date.

The family would like to thank Georgette’s many wonderful friends and family members who supported her and the family throughout the years. She lived a blessed life thanks to the love and kindness of those around her.

Arrangements are under the direction and care of Gallant Funeral Home, 10 Elm Street, Waterville. An online guestbook may be signed, and condolences and memories shared at http://www.gallantfh.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Happy Quilters. Payable to Beth Perry (Mailing address: The Happy Quilters 17 S. Garand St, Winslow, ME 04901) or sent to Mike Desmond on venmo (@Mike-Desmond-4).