Jacqueline Cilley

CARIBOU – Jacqueline A. Cilley, 84, passed away March 13, 2020 in Caribou following a period of declining health. She was born in Fort Fairfield, July 3, 1935 the daughter of George L. and Alice F. (Kenneson)  Ayoob. Jackie attended elementary and middle school in Fort Fairfield, and then attended Mount Merici Academy in Waterville for high school. Following her graduation, she then attended Mount Saint Mary College in Hooksett, NH, and Sacred Heart Hospital School of Nursing in Manchester, NH. She worked in various roles in the nursing field, including nursing, nursing management, and nursing education in Maine, Virginia, Wisconsin, and Connecticut. She will be remembered as a nurse who was passionate about her career and who brought a smile and enthusiasm to any problem. Jacqueline is survived by her husband, Richard N. Cilley of Caribou, her sister and brother-in-law, Andrea and William “Richard” Pelletier of Fort Fairfield. She was predeceased by her parents, and a brother, Lawrence Ayoob. In keeping with Jackie’s wishes, no funeral services will be held. Those who wish to contribute in her memory may do so through the Northern Maine Community College Foundation, Sunshine Health Scholarship Fund, 33 Edgemont Drive, Presque Isle, Maine 04769.