ASHLAND – Theoline “Toni” Caron, 79, died March 23, 2007, surrounded by her son and daughter-in-law, and the caring people of the Mars Hill Nursing Home in Mars Hill. She was born Oct. 5, 1927, in St. David, the daughter of Alcime and Rose Marie (Michaud) Picard. She worked in the lumber industry, along with her husband for many years. Toni was a hard worker and was very dedicated to her family, church and community. She was a member of the VFW Auxiliary, Unit 9699 and the Senior Citizens Club, Ashland. She was also a member of the RSVP and volunteered with various senior citizen agencies receiving several awards over the years for her dedication and service. She is survived by one son, Zenon Caron Jr. and his wife, Bobbie-Jo, of Ashland; one sister, Cecile Marquis of Bristol, Conn.; two brothers, Armand Picard and Donat Picard, both of Madawaska; several nieces and nephew. She will also be sadly missed by special friend, Patty Rafford of Ashland. Toni was predeceased by her husband, Zenon Caron Sr. in 1971. Her family is truly grateful for the sincere kindness and special attention afforded them, but especially for the wonderful caring environment provided by the staff of the Mars Hill Nursing Home, during her last days on this Earth. Relatives and friends may call 7-9 p.m. Wednesday and 9 a.m. until the time of service Thursday at Stimson-Ouellette Funeral Home, 114 Exchange St., Ashland. A funeral Mass will be celebrated 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Mark Catholic Church, Ashland. Spring interment will be at the parish cemetery. Those who wish may contribute in her memory to St. Mark Cemetery Perpetual Care Fund, in care of St. Mark Parish, P.O. Box 190, Ashland, ME 04732. To leave online condolences, please visit www.ouellettefuneralhome.com
THEOLINE ‘TONI’ CARON
