Bow, New Hampshire - Doris Pelletier Smith, 89, formally of Caribou, ME, passed away peacefully on Feb. 26, 2026, at Granite VNA Hospice House in Concord, NH. She was born Jan. 13, 1937, in St. Francis, ME, to Eddie and Dora (Morin) Pelletier. She was the second youngest of 11 children.

She resided many years in Caribou, and was a graduate of Caribou High School, class of 1954. After high school Doris worked as a dental assistant before marrying husband, Ron, in 1955. Doris was undeniably a strong supporter and contributor to the success of the Sesme car hop, which she and husband, Ron, owned and managed from 1956 to 1975. In the mid-1980s Doris owned and operated a small children's day care in her home, and was loved by the children and their families. She enjoyed luncheons with friends, planting flowers, cooking, reading, and painting. An avid reader Doris always had her nose in a book. She was an exceptional bridge club player who often filled in as a substitute when a player was needed. Throughout the years, the time spent with her grandchildren brought her much joy. She will be sadly missed by her family. Doris will be remembered for always having a smile on her face and a genuine positive spirit.

She is survived by her son, Derek Smith of Washburn, Maine; daughter, Nicole (Smith) Wilke and husband, Chris Wilke, of Bow, NH; grandchildren, Zak Smith, Emma, Luke, and Claire Wilke; great-grandson, Karson Reidy; her sisters, Nadine, Joan, and Yvonne; and many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her mother and father; her brothers, Addis, Oscar, Valdore, Paul, and Bobby; her sisters, Martha and Jackie; granddaughter, Karli Smith; and husband of 70 years, Ron Smith.

A special thank you to the Granite State VNA hospice nurses and staff for their exceptional care. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at stjude.org.

A family gathering of remembrance and burial will be held in late spring together with husband, Ron, at Evergreen Cemetery in Caribou, ME.