Dorothy Arlene

Turmelle

Dorothy Arlene “Dotty” Turmelle, 91, of Manchester, Maine, died peacefully on November 13, 2026 at the Maine Veterans Home in Augusta, surrounded by family. Dotty was born on May 15, 1935, in Hallowell, Maine. She lived a life filled with love, family, and treasured memories.

Dotty met the love of her life, Lucien “Lou” Turmelle, at a roller rink, and the two were married in 1953. They spent 70 years married and together they built a life and raised their two children, Timothy Turmelle of Manchester, Maine, and Gail Bartlett of Gilbert, Arizona.

Family was at the heart of Dotty’s life. She was a proud grandmother to Melanie Sawlivich and her husband, Brian; Justin Turmelle and his wife, Tasha; and Travis Bartlett. She was also a loving great-grandmother to Rhyan and Xanthe Sawlivich, Camdyn and Colby Turmelle, and Renesmee Bartlett, who brought her so much joy.

Dotty graduated from Cony High School in 1976 and went on to work at Hussey Hardware. She later spent 20 years working in the insurance industry before retiring.

In her free time, Dotty especially enjoyed traveling along the beautiful coast of Maine, making memories and enjoying the places she loved.

Dotty was predeceased by her beloved husband, Lou; her parents, Lee and Gertrude (Pratt) Adams; her brother, Lee Adams Jr.; her daughter-in-law, Donna Turmelle; and her son-in-law, Allan Bartlett.

She is survived by her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, as well as her sisters, Jackie Herber and DeeDee Black and her husband, Harry. She also leaves behind her Aunt Mary, her cousin Richard and several nieces and nephews.

Dotty will be remembered for the love she shared with her family, the memories she created throughout her life, and the special place she held in the hearts of those who knew and loved her. Her memory will live on through the generations of family she leaves behind.

There will be a private service held at a later date.

Donations may be made in Dotty's memory to: The American Lung Association in Maine, 122 State Street, Augusta, ME 04330.

Arrangements and guidance are in the care of Knowlton and Hewins Funeral Home and Cremation Care, One Church Street, Augusta, Maine 04330

Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the Knowlton & Hewins Funeral Home website, www.khrfuneralhomes.com