Avis Marcoux

WATERVILLE – With heavy hearts we share the passing of Avis Marcoux on Dec 3, 2023, after several months of health issues. Born the daughter of Frances and Clayton Cookson in Burnham, she was loved by all who knew her. Her education began in a one room school house with her mother as the only teacher, she went to high school at Maine Central Institute and attended the University of Maine at Orono.

She met the love of her life, Albert Leon Marcoux, at a dance at the Puddleduck in Albion. Her parents insisted she wait until she was 20 to get married so she celebrated her birthday one weekend and was married the next. Avis and Al celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary in October. As Al has been heard saying, “it is rare for two people to get to love each other so much and for so long”. And love each other they did.

Together they raised four children and Avis was the best of moms. She was a teacher, protector, worrier, giver and a loving, kind person. Avis loved family gatherings. Whether playing games around the table, eating or simply socializing; laughter ensued and memories were always made. Avis adored her family and was proud of them whether they were working, succeeding academically or performing on a court, a field, a pool or a stage.

She is survived by her four children and their spouses, Denise (Stephen) Nelson, Marc (Corrina) Marcoux, Diann (Bill) Libby, Joey (Julie Greene) Marcoux; 12 grandchildren and their partners, Kristin Nelson, Bryan Nelson, Scott Marcoux, Sarah Gammon, Jacob Marcoux, Clay Marcoux, Jessica Witham, Kati Landers, Erica Noonan, Lauren Collin, Paige Marcoux, and Izaak Gajowski; and 16 great grandchildren and their partners, Nathanial Gammon, Mackenzie Gammon, Janelle Gammon, Charlie Marcoux, Bryer Marcoux, Lincoln Marcoux, Kori Marcoux, Austin Witham, Emily Witham, Katelyn Witham, Raegan Witham, Tyler Witham, Enzo Lander, Finn Lander, Ollie Noonan, and Liam Collin; her sister Sheilya (Dale) Voter and countless other family and dear friends. Avis was predeceased by her parents and her infant sister Iva Cookson.

There are many things she loved but to list a few: ~Her pies “made with love” were a specialty. ~She was a crafter/decorator and her house was a welcoming home. ~Playing games with family and friends…she often won but it was a surprise to everyone including herself when it happened. ~Trips to Florida included visits with dear friends the Coles while taking advantage of the beach and other attractions. ~Family time at parks and beaches in New England. ~Watching the Red Sox and Celtics. ~Attending the performances of family. ~Choosing the perfect gift for everyone at birthdays, Christmas, weddings and births.

We know she will be cheering us on in spirit and we will do our best to make her proud. She will be missed but she is a bright light in everyone she knew and she lives on in the legacy of her family and our commitment to each other.

There will be no services at this time.

Arrangements are under the care and direction of Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers we ask that you show love to your family and friends and do whatever you can to make the world a better place