Obituary of Margaret Lorine Genest

Margaret “Peggy” Lorine Genest, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by loved ones on June 2, 2025, at the age of 78.
Peggy was born in Augusta, Maine on April 19, 1947 to Laurent and Ida Dutil. She graduated from Cony High School in 1965. She went on to work for the State of Maine and then for the Maine State
Legislature for two years. She also worked for the U.S. Navy in the office at Bath Iron Works, Kennebec Valley Community College and Senior Spectrum in Waterville. She was also involved in church activities and served as a Eucharistic minister.
Peggy shared 55 loving years of marriage with her devoted husband, Michael. Together, they raised their three sons, whom she loved with all her heart, as they loved her. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family, whether it was camping at Brassua Lake Campground, playing card and board games, or simply being together and chatting about their daily lives. Peggy was the dessert guru of the family and loved to make special treats for family such as her famous apple pie, peanut butter fudge, brownies, and fluffy pie.
Peggy loved watching her children and grandchildren play music and sports, and loved spending time with her favorite granddaughter, Everlie. Her grandchildren were so very special to her and she would light up with pure happiness at the mere thought of them.
Peggy is survived and missed by her husband of 55 years Michael Genest; her son Michael (Dawn), and grandchildren Colby and Jacob; her son Vincent Genest; and her son Bruce (Trisha), and grandchildren Cole, Everlie, and Miller. Peggy also leaves behind her brother, Ronald “Pete” (Kathy) Dutil; her sister, Marietta Morin; brother-in-law, Bob Genest; brother-in-law, Dale Genest; sister-in- law Paula (Don) Carter; and sister-in-law, Cheryl (Steve) Mitchell, along with many extended family members and friends who will remember Peggy for her kindness, generosity and deep love for her family.
Peggy was preceded in death by her parents, Laurent and Ida Dutil, and sisters-in-law Jeannine (Bob) and Joan (Dale). The family wishes to extend their gratitude to MaineGeneral Hospice, as well as
brothers Bob, Dale, and Pete, and sisters Paula and Cheryl, for their unwavering support during this difficult time.
A church service will be held at Notre Dame Catholic Church in Waterville, Maine on June 28, 2025 at 9:00 A.M. Burial will follow at Saint Francis Cemetery in Waterville and a celebration of Peggy’s life will be held back at Notre Dame Catholic Church immediately following burial.