Marguerite M. Nelson

February 1, 1934 - May 19, 2018

LITCHFIELD- Marguerite M. Nelson, 84, of Litchfield, passed away on Saturday, May 19, 2018 at her residence surrounded by her family. She was born in Auburn, Maine on February 1, 1934 the daughter of the late Leland and Olivia (Pettipas) Nelson. She was educated in Auburn schools. Maggie worked in the local shoe shops and for her father until she moved to California for 14 years then moved back to Maine. She then bought Oak Hill Trailer Park and ran that until her retirement in 1987. Maggie was a fun, happy and loving person being known for her soft spoken compassionate ways. She enjoyed camping and fishing with her many friends. Her love was money and cards. She enjoyed her dogs and cats. She loved spending time with her family and going to visit for suppers at various houses. She enjoyed socializing at local clubs. She was a member of the Eagles Ariel 618 in Lewiston. She loved to dance and enjoyed the waters of Tacoma Lakes. She enjoyed her many nieces and nephews. She loved telling stories about her past and sharing beautiful Christmases they had together. She touched so many and will be missed. Survivors include her brother Leland Nelson Jr. and his wife Celia; her sister Betty Brandt and her husband Alvin; and her brother Lawrence “Topper” Nelson and his wife Martha; and many nieces and nephews; her companion Diane Berube; special cousin Richard "Corkey" Pettipas and his wife Lena. She was predeceased by her parents; a brother Melvin “Buzzy” Nelson; a sister Patty Nelson; and a companion Madeline Burczyk Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed at www.lynchbrothers.com . NOTICE Nelson- Died in Litchfield on Saturday, May 19, 2018. Marguerite M. age 84 a resident of Litchfield. Graveside services honoring Marguerite’s life will be celebrated on Friday, June 1, 2018 at 3:00 PM at Gracelawn Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Marguerite’s memory to the Hospice House of Androscoggin 236 Stetson Road, Auburn, Maine 04210. There will not be any visitation. Arrangements by the Pinette Dillingham & Lynch Funeral Home 305 Alfred A. Plourde Parkway, Lewiston 784-4023.