Hayley Anne Veillette

Hayley Anne Veillette, of Portland, ME, raised in Westford, MA, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, March 22, 2024, at the Maine Medical Center, just five days after celebrating her 30th birthday.  

She was born in Waterbury, CT on March 17, 1994 and graduated from Westford Academy, Class of 2013. She then enrolled into James Madison University, where she received a bachelor of science in sociology with a nonprofit studies minor.

Hayley had a magical ability to turn the mundane into moments of delight, finding joy in the simplest of pleasures. She had a way of making every experience feel special and memorable. She was creative, imaginative and found pleasure in making earrings, crocheting, and taking quirky photos. Hayley's sharp wit, intelligence, and unwavering commitment to social activism left a lasting impression on those around her. Hayley was all about leisure, she found solace in the outdoors and loved being in the company of family and friends. 

Hayley embodied a blend of inner and outer beauty that transcended the ordinary. In her presence, one couldn't help but be drawn to the radiance of her spirit, finding solace in the genuineness of her character and the depth of her compassion. She illuminated the world with her kindness, leaving a lasting impression on all who were fortunate enough to know her.

She was the partner of Eric Meredith, the love of her entire life; daughter of Abbi and John Laushine; sister to Isabelle Laushine and brothers, Jack and Harry Laushine.  She is also survived by her father, Bob Veillette; sister Brie Sodano and her spouse Mike; brothers, Mike Veillette and Rob Veillette and his spouse Dianna; grandparents, Anna Emmons and Jeanne Thompson; her aunts, Anna and Shuby, who are among several aunts and uncles; her cousin Riley, one of roughly a million other cousins, all of whom she loved deeply; nieces, nephews, the entire Meredith family and many, many dear friends. She was the granddaughter of the late, “Grampy” George Emmons, “Grandpa Jim” James Laushine and “Papa” Robert Veillette and cousin of the late Chris Donato.

Relatives and friends are invited to gather, share stories and celebrate Hayley on Saturday, March 30,  at the TYNGSBOROUGH FUNERAL HOME, 4 Cassaway Drive., Tyngsborough, from 12 noon to 3:30 p.m. followed by a ceremony at 3:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests a donation in her memory be made to Maine Needs. There will also be a celebration of life scheduled for a date later in the Spring. 

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