Deserae Lilley, 54, passed away peacefully at her sisters home in Jay on January 22, 2023 after a short but courageous battle with colon cancer.
Deserae was the daughter of Cricket (Rosita) Crocket and Vern Lilley, born October 8, 1968. She grew up in Wilton and Farmington and attended schools in the Mt. Blue school district.
Deserae lived most of her adult life in the Auburn and Lewiston area, where she met lifelong friends and worked as a Store Manager at Circle K and Roopers. She was a very hard worker, often found working overtime. She was a hustler who was fiercely independent and could always make her own way, in her own time.
On her free time she loved to tan. You could find her at the beach in the summer and a tanning booth in the winter. She enjoyed fashion and was known to have dozens of pairs of shoes, preferably Nike sneakers, in every color so she matched each outfit. She also enjoyed going to yard sales, shopping at the Dollar tree, or sitting outside enjoying a toke. Her favorite past time was spending time with her grandchildren, whom she called her “best friends.”
Deserae will be remembered as strong, loyal, hilarious, fun, independent, stubborn, and as badass as they came. You could always count on her to make you laugh and have a good time, but to never back down if the situation came to that.
She left a void in the hearts of her Mom (Cricket,) step-dad (Dennis,) her children, grandchildren, siblings and close friends when she left this world. We know she was able to once again hug her Dad (Vern,) her Gram Turner, Gram and Gramp Crocket, Uncle Kenny and even a few friends.
At this time there is no plans for a service. Close family and friends will be notified privately when one has been arranged.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you prioritize your health. Get yearly check ups, get age appropriate screenings, and advocate for yourself and/or loved ones if something doesn’t feel right. Early detection does in fact save lives.
So sorry to read this. Many condolences to Cricket and the rest of her family. Rest in Peace Des.
RIP AUNTIE Desi we love you and miss you always and we love all of her family always and for In our hearts
My condolences to Cricket and family. So sorry for your loss.
My heartfelt condolences for your loss. May Desarae rest in eternal peace.
I didn’t know Deserae but she sounds like a great person. Kudos to whoever wrote a beautiful obituary and encouragement for others to take care of themselves.
I’m so sorry to read this Cricket. Sending hugs and lots of love to you. What a terrible thing for a mother. Love you.
So sorry to the family for this very sad loss. I respected and looked up to her in lots of ways and she will always be remembered
Rest easy my dear friend
Such sad news so sorry for your loss Cricket and family. My heartfelt thoughts, prayers 🙏 and condolences during this very difficult time. ❤️ Love and hugs ❤️🩹
Rest in peace ..never got to meet u personally but heard nothing. But great things about you ..
Fly high with the angels …
Rest in peace Des! Love you always! Xoxo
I met Desi working at Rusty lantern in Lisbonfalls .she had such a great sense of humor ,and free spirit fly high with the angels Des.you will be missed.
Dame life is real and you never know when your going to go so why your here please make the best out your life and always remember to respect your self and other.I will miss you des I’m happy I got the time to meet you big H
My deepest condolences to all who got to.know and live Desiree. She was always loyal out spoken and genuinely a great soul. I and many was blessed to meet her. I send my love and prayers. She is and will always be missed. God bless you Desiree and may you live your eternal life blessing all you are surrounded by with the same as you did here with many. Rip Dee
My sincere condolences to her family, and I gotta say whoever wrote this , did an amazing job, and a great reminder to have regular checkups with out Drs. Thinking of you all and so sorry for ur loss!
Deepest condolences to Cricket, Belinda and the whole crew, what a devastating loss. May you each find peace in your cherished memories.
I miss you mom, no matter how much time goes by it doesnt get any easier i love you and miss our phone calls!!!…”I thought you should know”
Today,Tomorrow, Forever Best Friend until we meet again 🤟
Love you Desi. You know I’m not good at saying twenty five dollar words so I don’t know how to tell you how I miss you. See you soon. Love Mom.