DIXMONT – Doris Bernice Anderson, 77, passed away peacefully April 30, 2008, at her home. Doris was born April 3, 1931, in Caribou, to the late Thomas and Rosanna (Ouelette) Pelletier. Doris was a stay at home mom, enjoyed raising her children, cooking, crocheting, knitting, and several other crafts and handy works of many kinds. She was a fierce and competitive Yahtzee player, doing most anything to win. Doris will be remembered for having a big heart and as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. Doris is survived by her beloved husband of 55 years, Harry D. Anderson of Dixmont; four children, Cindi McNutt and husband, Michael, of Houlton, Jeannie Anderson of Bangor, Thomas Anderson of Manchester, N.H., and Gayle Flye of Newport; three grandchildren, Cameron and Michael McNutt of Houlton and Jaclyn Flye of Newport; five sisters, Leona and Vernon Chabre of Glenburn, who will be forever grateful to Doris and Harry for allowing her to grow up with their family, Cecile Cyr of Hamlin, Maureen Beaulieu of Grand Falls, New Brunswick, Alvina Pelletier of Caribou and Lena Pelletier of Hartford, Conn.; one brother, Phillip Pelletier of North Carolina; one special niece, Kelly Chabre; two special nephews, Michael and Jayson Chabre; as well as many other special nieces and nephews. Doris was predeceased by her parents, nine brothers and sisters. In keeping with Doris’ wishes, funeral services will be private. Interment will be at Mount Pleasant Catholic Cemetery, Bangor. Memorial contributions in Doris’ memory may be made to the American Heart Association, 51 US Route 1, Suite M, Scarborough, ME 04074. Messages of condolence and memories may be shared through www.hampdengilpatrick.com.
DORIS B. ANDERSON
