SMITHFIELD – Deborah A. Jones, 66, passed away on Dec. 3, 2016, at her home in Smithfield surrounded by her family.
She was born on April 12, 1950, in Waterville, the daughter of Richard and Emilienne (Mathieu) Ouellette. She was educated in the schools of Waterville and graduated from Waterville High School in 1968. On Jan. 10, 1970, she married Gary Jones at Sacred Heart Church in Waterville.
She was employed for many years as a telephone operator at New England Telephone, then later at Central Maine Morning Sentinel until her retirement.
Debbie was a member of the VFW Post 1285 Ladies Auxiliary for 18 years in Waterville, and American Legion Auxiliary in Oakland for 27 years. She enjoyed reading, crossword puzzles, and cooking.
She cherished time spent with her family and her dog Bandit, and taking care of her family until her illness.
Debbie is survived by her husband of 46 years, Gary Jones of Smithfield; son, Michael Jones and wife Melissa of Smithfield; grandson, Dean Jones and girlfriend Ashley Miller of Skowhegan; two brothers: Thomas Ouellette and partner Donnette White of Smithfield, Stephen Ouellette and wife Gwen of Oakland; two nieces, Emily and Lauren Ouellette, both of Oakland.
She was predeceased by her parents, Emilienne and Richard Ouellette.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, friends wishing may make donations in Debbie’s memory to the Waterville Humane Society, 100 Webb Road, Waterville, ME 04901.
Arrangements under the direction and care of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan, ME 04976
