Susan Ann White Obituary (1962

SUSAN WHITE, 48 Winslow – Susan Ann White died with her family at her side at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice House in Scarborough on May 26, 2010. Susan was born in Waterville, Maine on May 21, 1962. Susan spent much of her life in North Vassalboro before moving to Winslow. Susan graduated from Winslow High School in 1981 and attended Bernard’s School of Beauty in Lewiston. She then worked for Penny’s Hair Fashions on Main Street in Waterville for many years. Those close to Susan knew her as a one-of-a-kind, exceptional person who was courageous, inspirational and artistic. Susan was plagued from early childhood with a series of challenging illnesses that in many ways defined her life’s path. However, she was never heard to complain; with that big smile and sparkling eyes she always answered any inquiries about her health with “I’m fine. I’m great! How are you?” She had an inner spirit that lit up a room. Tony Rossignol, her love and devoted companion of 17 years, remarked “it was impossible not to feel good when Susan was around, she just glowed”. Susan and Tony spent many happy times camping, fishing and get-togethers with family and friends. Susan enjoyed making jewelry for her family and friends and even selling some pieces in the local area. She also loved to knit sweaters and scarves to share with the people she loved. Susan was predeceased by her mother Pauline (Sawtelle) White in 1993. She is survived by her father Abbott White of Vassalboro, her sister Laurie Stewart and husband Foster of Cape Elizabeth, her brother Scott White and wife Donna of Winslow, her brother David White and wife Heather of Walnut Creek, California, along with many aunts and uncles, two nieces and a nephew, and her dear companion Tony Rossignol of Cornville, together with his entire family. Susan’s family wishes to thank all of those friends and relatives who supported Susan through her illness and medical treatments. Visiting hours and service will be held Saturday May 29, 2010 from 10:00am to 12:00noon at Veilleux funeral Home 8 Elm Street, Waterville. With a service at 12:00 at Veilleux Funeral Home. Burial will take place at Village cemetery in No. Vassalboro immediately following the service. In lieu lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of Southern Maine, U.S. Route 1, Scarborough, Maine 04074 or The Connor Stone Christian Fellowship to the Hope Fund, 11 Berchester Drive, Winslow, Maine 04901. Arrangements are under the care of Veilleux Funeral Home 8 Elm Street Waterville, Maine.