Lucille
Ruth Cousino, 92, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on
January 6, 2022.
Lucile was born on November 1, 1929 in New Haven, Vermont, the firstborn of the
late Leonard and Alice Rheaume Paquette. On June 27,
1949 she married the love of her life Wayne Henry Cousino of New Haven,
VT at Saint Peter’s Parish in Vergennes, VT. They were married for 35
years until Wayne passed away unexpectedly in 1984. Lucille and Wayne raised
one daughter Rosemarie Alice Cousino and resided in Bristol, Vermont. This
house became their cherished and welcoming home. During her time in this home,
Lucile worked alongside Wayne on home projects, growing gardens, and canning.
They had a fondness for square dancing and enjoyed doing puzzles.
Lucile was employed as a talented seamstress until retirement. Lucile’s skill,
creativity, and passion for sewing played out in her home life making costumes,
the finest dresses and clothing, gifts, and holiday decor. She loved all
holidays and never missed the tiniest detail making them pure magic.
More recently Lucile spent countless quiet hours watching the song birds at the
feeders, adoring the house pets, and reading and playing with the youngest
great grandchildren. Lucile loved and lived for family it’s all she
needed and what brought her the most joy and comfort. She was always there to
support her daughter, son-in-law, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. In
addition to the love and support she provided her family practicing her faith
in Christ brought Lucile contentedness throughout her journey.
Lucile is survived by her sister in laws Pricilla Wager of Panton, Anna
Cousino of East Middlebury, and Joyce Paquette of New Haven. Her daughter and
son in law Rosemarie and Charles Huizenga of Monkton. Her grandchildren Jason
Berry, Jessica Berry, Adam Huizenga, and Ian Huizenga. Her great-grandchildren
Jezriel Berry, Xzavia Berry, Ezekiel Berry-Savage, Hadlee Huizenga, and Ellie
Huizenga. Her great-great-grandson Ezra Berry-LaRose and many loved nieces and
nephews.
Lucile was predeceased by her husband Wayne Cousino. Her parents. Her siblings
and their spouses Maurice and Millie Paquette, Emile and Marjorie Paquette,
Rita and Bill Tatro, and Robert Paquette.
Lucile was a generous woman of high integrity and faithfulness. She will be
missed by those who’s hearts she touched.
A celebration of life mass will be held at Saint Ambrose Catholic Church in
Bristol, VT on Saturday, January 15, 2022 at 11:00am. Her burial will be held
in the summer.
Donations in Lucile’s memory may be made to Saint Ambrose Parish 11 School St
Bristol, VT 05443. To send online condolences to her family please visit
www.brownmcclayfuneralhomes.com
