Linwood "Doey, Woody" Pelotte Obituary (1947 - 2017)

AUGUSTA - Linwood “Doey, Woody” Pelotte, 70 of Sidney passed away unexpectedly from an equipment accident on Wednesday, June 21, 2017. Woody was born on February 12, 1947 in Waterville to parents Fanado and Yvette (Camire) Pelotte. Woody was part owner of Fanado Pelotte Contractors of Waterville, where he was a heavy equipment operator. In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing, hunting, dancing, camping and four wheeling with his family and friends. He was very proud of his 1934 International pickup that he restored. His dedicated service in the community representing his family business was one of his many joys in life and he was thankful for the many friends he made that shared in his generosity and giving nature. Woody was a member of Corpus Christi Parish. Woody is survived by his wife, Linda (Smith) who has been the love of life for the last 32 years; his father, Fanado, “Gid” Pelotte; his sons, Timothy and wife Deb Pelotte, and Anthony and his wife Jaime Pelotte; his daughter, Irene and her husband Scott Richards, and his stepsons Jonathan and wife Robyn Bennett and Christopher Bennett. He is also survived by his 11 grandchildren, Cody Pelotte, Shawna Pelotte, Jaimie Jollotta, Jake Stinson, Lucas Pelotte, Trevor Pelotte, Zach Dionne, Elizabeth Bennett, Evan Bennett, Tiffani Bennett and Mikayla Basta and 2 great children Colton and Camden Pelotte. Surviving him as well are his brother Raymond and wife, Barbara Pelotte and his niece and nephew Stephanie Neilson and Matthew Pelotte, and many Aunts and Uncles. Woody is predeceased by his brother David in 1962 and his mother in 1988. Linda and her family would like to thank everyone who has been there for them these past few days. “Woody loved life and gave the best hugs in the world, so love and hug those in your life and let them know how much they mean to you while they are here.” Visiting hours for Woody will be held on Wednesday, June 28 from 2:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:00 to 8:00 PM at Veilleux Funeral Home, 8 Elm Street in Waterville. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Thursday, June 29 at 10:00 AM at Notre Dame Church, Silver Street in Waterville. In lieu of flowers, Woody’s family is requesting for donations to be made to the Travis Mills Foundation, 89 Water Street, Hallowell Maine 04347. Arrangements are under the care and direction of Veilleux Funeral Home, please see our website www.veilleuxfuneralhome.com to share your condolences with Woody’s family.