Viola M. Pelletier

Fort Kent - Viola M. Pelletier, 88, peacefully passed away on May 25, 2026. She was born February 28, 1938, in Fort Kent, a daughter of the late Romeo and Adrienne (Babin) Theriault.

Viola spent her life rooted in the community she loved and called home. She will be remembered for her warm heart, her love of baking, and the joy she found in sharing stories with family and friends. She cherished talking about her childhood memories, family connections, and the generations of relatives that tied everyone together. Her kitchen and conversations brought comfort, laughter, and a sense of belonging to those around her.

A talented cook, Viola worked for many different places throughout town over the years, where she became known for her hard work, caring nature, and the meals she prepared for so many in the community. Cooking was not only her work, but also one of the many ways she showed love to others.

More than anything, Viola loved her family. She took pride in each of them and found happiness in gathering together, reminiscing, and keeping family traditions alive. Her kindness, wisdom, and gentle spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. She was also a longtime member of the American Legion and VFW Auxiliaries for many years.

Viola leaves behind a legacy of love, family, and treasured memories that will continue to live on in the hearts of those she touched.

She is survived by nine children, Virginia Michaud of Baker Brook, NB, Marguerite Grondin and her husband Dan of Madawaska, Sandra Pelletier of Bangor, Michael Pelletier and his wife Carolyn of Fort Kent, Rona Maker and her husband Keith of Marshfield, Connie Pelletier of Bucksport, Amy Chery and her husband John of Levant, Dawn Pelletier and her husband Ricky of Fort Kent, and Ryan Pelletier and his wife Hilary of China; 17 grandchildren; many great grandchildren; seven siblings, Laurette Brown of Missouri, Carroll Theriault of Fort Kent, Franklin Theriault of Clair, NB, Marilyn Ventura of Missouri, Donald Theriault of Fort Kent, David Theriault of Quebec, and Rita Theriault of Fort Kent; and many nieces and nephews.

Besides her parents, Viola was predeceased by her first husband, Ronald B. Pelletier, her second husband, Nelson Bourgoin; three grandchildren, Jacob, Narada, and Channing; two brothers, Raynold Theriault and Lloyd Theriault.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 AM on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at St. Louis Church, E. Main St., Fort Kent. Burial will follow in the parish cemetery. Arrangements are a service of Lajoie-Daigle Funeral Home, 14 E. Main St., Fort Kent.