Pauline Evelyn Pleau July 10, 1938 – June 28, 2025

Winslow, Maine – Pauline Evelyn Pleau, 86, of Winslow, passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Lakewood Continuing Care in Waterville. She was born on July 10, 1938, to Henry and Frances Sitnik.

In 1956, Pauline married William “Bill” Pleau. She is survived by her four children, whom she lovingly raised: Debra Pleau and husband Walter Jowett of Westville, NJ; William Pleau of Charlotte, NC; Richard Pleau of Pine Hill, NJ; and Robert Pleau and wife Barbara of Vassalboro, ME. She is also survived by six grandchildren—Paul Biester; Stephanie, Sarah, and Daniel Pleau; Sierra and Janelle Pleau; and two great-grandchildren: Stella Biester and Robert Veilleux.

Pauline was predeceased by her husband, Bill, and her siblings Jose “Rusty” Cunningham, Patricia Blair, Joyce Wing, and John Sitnik.

While raising her family, Pauline pursued a career in banking and earned a Business degree from Thomas College. She retired in 1988 as Assistant Vice President of Key Bank. She also played a vital role in managing Pleau’s Market with her husband and was active in the Chamber of Commerce, Red Hat Society, and Jaycees.

She was an avid reader who found peace near the ocean and joy in time spent with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Pauline will be remembered for her kind heart, generous spirit, and deep devotion to family.

The family extends heartfelt thanks to the staff at Lakewood for their compassionate care.

Visiting hours will be held on Thursday, July 10th, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at Veilleux Redington Lawry Brothers, 8 Elm Street, Waterville.

Services are under the care of Veilleux-Redington-Lawry Brothers, 8 Elm Street, Waterville. An online guestbook may be signed and memories shared at www.vrlfuneralhome.com