Gloria Irene Audet

WATERVILLE – Gloria Irene Audet, 76, of Waterville, passed away unexpectedly on Dec. 20, 2023 from an apparent heart attack.

Gloria was born August 15, 1947 to Robert and Madeline Butler Audet in Waterville. After she graduated from Waterville High School with high honors in 1965, she started her career in the insurance field. She also took college courses part time and earned her BS Degree in education.

Gloria loved to travel and took many memorable trips to Europe and two African Safaris. She also took her niece and nephews on many special trips.

Gloria volunteered to various organizations including Sacred Heart Soup Kitchen and Home for Little Wanderers. She tutored literacy volunteers and was a Big Sister.

Gloria was very creative and made many porcelain dolls with clothes to donate to children’s organizations. Her wall hangings of picture quilts are highly prized.

Gloria is survived by her sister and husband Pat and Bill Zimba; nephew Jeffrey and wife Angela along with son Nicholas; niece Cheryl and husband Blaine Anthony; nephew Gregory and wife Wanda along with their children Jordan and Drake; special friend Shawn who made a significant contribution to maintaining her independent home ownership; and her Golden Retriever Kelsey.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held Friday, Jan. 5 at Notre Dame Church in Waterville at 10 a.m.

A Graveside will be held in the spring.

Arrangements are under the care of Veilleux and Redington Funeral Home.