East Waterboro Maine - Claire Theresa Cairns age 73 passed away May 21, 2021 at her home after a long courageous battle with Parkinson’s and Lewy body dementia. She was born in Biddeford Maine on September 24, 1947. Daughter of the late Armand and Lorraine Elie.
Claire was married to the late Girard “Sonny” Cairns for 44 years before his death in 2018. They enjoyed rides to the beach or really anywhere the road would take them. As one of Jehovah’s Witnesses Claire and her husband did volunteer construction work in the 90s in Ecuador and also in New York. It was some of the best experiences they had enjoyed together. Claire truly enjoyed her volunteer ministry which was a large part of her life and stayed involved until her disease prevented her from doing it any longer. Claire had a zest for life and a smile always came easy to her. Even when her disease had taken away her ability to speak she would shine through with a contagious smile and often a small chuckle.
She Is predeceased by two brothers Paul and Gerard Elie. Survived by her best friend and sister Jeanne Bernier and brother Roger Elie.
She is survived by her daughters Gloria, Patricia, and Debra along with their mates. As well as her two grandchildren Rebekah and Jade along with their mates.
She was dearly loved and will be missed.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Chad E. Poitras Cremation and Funeral Service, Buxton, www.mainefuneral.com