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John Francis Gaughen
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He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth A. (Lisa Turner) Gaughen; loving father of Robert C. Gaughen, 13; and stepfather of Melissa J. Davenport, 30 of Nashua N.H.; and Specialist Christopher D. Horton, 28, of Dennis, home on emergency leave from Iraq; and a proud grandfather of 5.
He was the eldest son of Richard Francis and Virginia Chapman Gaughen of Plymouth, Mass. He is also survived by two brothers, Andrew Powers Gaughen of California, and Marc Chapman Gaughen of Quincy, Mass.
He was an avid model railroad enthusiast and rail fan, and he loved competition shooting. Motorcycling offered him a short reprieve from his health concerns, allowing him the freedom he now enjoys.
Funeral services will be held in the Nickerson Funeral Home, Orleans, on Friday, April 6, at 1 p.m., with visiting hours from 11 to 1 p.m. Burial will follow in Evergreen Cemetery, East Harwich.
I can't thank the Hospice House, Auburn, Maine, enough for the loving care of my husband and their continued diligence with my family and myself. Please send any donations to the Hospice House, via The Nickerson Funeral Home, PO Box 397, Orleans MA 02653.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Rosemary Mandill
April 18, 2007
Dear Jini and Dick,
It is so very unbelievable to me that John Francis' name was heard around the world. He was loved by so many people. You should be very proud.
Love, Cousin Rosemary
Kathy
April 17, 2007
As hard as it was to let John go I know in my heart he is at peace and free of the pain and limitations of his physical being here. He fought the good fight, he gave it his all. He was sweet, gallant, and very Irish. Did I say stubborn? He would call me his "other wife". He had a great sense of humor. He loved to laugh. He had many facets. He lived life to the fullest. An example for us all. 'til we meet again my dear friend.
Debra Cahill
April 17, 2007
Dear Lisa Christopher Melissa and Robert, I was so sad to hear of John's passing; even though we have never met I feel very connected to you all. The physical John has been set free so the spiritual John can be with you all for eternity. Sending love and comfort, Debra
petra Parker
April 16, 2007
Rhiannon,
I know John is all around you, just don't forget to speak to him when you feel him.
I love you,
Namaste
Petra
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Elizabeth Gaughen
April 16, 2007
Hello Everyone I'd like to thank you all for your kind wishes and beautiful thoughts of my dear husband. He was indeed my Knight in shinning armor and he will be missed by the many lives he touched throughout his life.
SCULLY JOE
April 8, 2007
RIDE ON MY BROTHER RIDE ON ALL MY LOVE
The Murphy-Massa Family
April 6, 2007
We were truly sorry to hear about John's passing away. We barely got to know him during the wedding functions in October, but he seemed so very loved by his family.
We all know too well a parent should never bury a child, and our hearts goes out to John's parents, his brothers, wife, children and grandchildren.
Todd and Julie Goulston
April 6, 2007
we are very sorry for your loss. may you find peace in remembering all the good times he had with his family and friends. God bless you.
Kelly Kilmer
April 6, 2007
We are very, very sorry for your loss.
We are keeping John and his family in our thoughts and prayers.
-Kelly, David and Tristan Kilmer
Cousin Rosemary (Mahan) Mandill
April 6, 2007
Dear Jini and Dick,
The death of a child is the worst feeling in the world. God bless you at this time of sorrow. Such a terrible loss.
Love,
Cousin Rose
Charlene & Mark
April 6, 2007
Jini & Dick,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Cheryl Pillsbury
April 6, 2007
John, my brother by soul and spirit, my heart is empty and I miss him terribly. He was a warm and caring person and enjoyed life to the fullest, but mostly his love for Lisa was endless. I wish him a happy and safe journey and he will always be engraved in my heart and soul. Farewell John, love you tons.
Grover Pillsbury
April 6, 2007
Lisa,
I am truly sorry for your loss, I want you to know that I am grieving with you John was very special to you. We are always here if you want to talk or visit. May God bless you at this time of grief.
Donna (Mahan) & Steve Bromberg
April 5, 2007
Ginny, Dick, Andrew,Marc & family
So sorry to hear of the loss of John Francis, you are all in our thoughts.
With Sympathy
Donna & Steve
Paul Renie PJ Nickerson
April 5, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Cindy T.
April 5, 2007
My thoughts and prayers have been and will continue to be with you.
Jim Turner
April 5, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you.Jim and Nancy
The Staff of Nickerson Funeral Home
April 5, 2007
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
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