Gerald Louis Jean

WELLS – Gerald Louis Jean passed away peacefully on Oct. 2, 2022, at the age of 99. Gerald was born on Sept. 29, 1923, to Joseph and Angela (Beaulne) Jean in Wells Beach.

Gerald was a lifelong resident of Wells Beach. He attended Wells public schools. He enlisted in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He was employed for 40 years at GE and also operated several small businesses in Wells.

Gerald enjoyed walking on the beach, watching the scenery from his porch, and day trips to the White Mountains. He also liked to tinker on things at his small businesses.

Gerald was predeceased by his parents Joseph and Angela Jean; and brother, Robert Jean.

He is survived by his loving wife, Maryann Estes; stepdaughters Debby Gove and her husband, Jack, Cindy Mitchell and her husband, Bobby, Robin Estes and partner, Chris Sargent, and Susan Jimmo and her husband, Rick, stepson, Robert Estes and partner, Marilyn Epp; nine grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

A memorial mass will be held at 11 a.m., on Tuesday, Oct. 18, at Saint Mary’s Church, 236 Eldridge Rd., Wells. A private interment will follow where he will be laid to rest with his parents and brother.

The family would like to express a special thank you to the staff of Elara Caring and Hospice of Southern Maine.

To share a memory or leave a message of condolence please visit Gerald’s Book of Memories Page at http://www.bibberfuneral.com.

Arrangements are in the care of Bibber Memorial Chapel, 111 Chapel Rd., Wells, ME 04090.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Elara Caring or Hospice of Southern Maine.