MEDDYBEMPS – Jean G. Cousins, 73 years young, died Tuesday, Sept. 7, at home with family and friends by her side. She fought a short courageous battle with cancer. Jean was born May 5, 1931, the daughter of the late Aubrey and Louise (Gray) Gibson. She was well-known in the Calais and Meddybemps area. Everyone would agree that there was never a dull moment when Jean was in the room. She was full of life and a bundle of energy. No matter the time of day, you could always count on a hot cup of coffee and a fresh baked goodie at her kitchen table. Jean was predeceased by her husband of 49 years, Alvah E. Cousins; two brothers, Roy E. Gibson and Aubrey K. Gibson; and one sister, Christine “Pat Gidney.” She is survived by one daughter, Lynn Dwelley and her husband, Grady, of Machias; mother-in-law, Evelyn Cousins of Calais; sisters-in-law, Florence Turmel and her husband, Helon, of Meddybemps, Shirley Boy and her husband, Donald, of New Jersey, Marion (Hopkins) Gibson of Massachusetts; several nieces, nephews and cousins. Her life would not have been complete without the life-long friendship of two special people, Nancy “Shorty” Carter and Ellen Howe. She also left behind two companions, Ladybugs and Abbey. Jean had a circle of friends that spanned the country. She was especially loved in her daughter’s second home, Texas. She leaves behind a legacy of thoughtfulness, caring and laughter. She will truly be missed by many. Friends may call 7-9 p.m. Friday, at the Scott-Wilson Funeral Home, Calais, where funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 11, with Pastor Bob Hinton officiating. Burial will follow at the Green Hill Cemetery, Meddybemps. Friends may donate in her memory to the charity of choice. Those wishing to pay tribute to Jean’s memory may do so at www.mem.com.
JEAN G. COUSINS
