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Roland Gagnet Obituary

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Roland James



Roland James Gagnet, of South Toledo, died Tuesday, July 30. He was 82.

Roland was born March 24, 1931 to Marvel M. (Dickson) and Roland E. Gagnet. He married Mary Catherine Simons, his wife of 56 years, on June 29, 1957.

He studied engineering at The University of Toledo and served as a United States Army jump school instructor at Fort Bennings, GA during the Korean War.

After the war he worked as a die designer at Gerity-Schultz and later became a partner at Die Cast Die and Mold. In 1978, he became sole owner of the company and in 1991, he expanded the business and moved to a new

facility in Perrysburg. He

retired in 1996, when his sons Tony and Jim assumed ownership.

He was a member of the American Society of Manufacturing Engineers, North American Die Cast Association and National Tooling and Machine Association. He was also a longtime member of Heather Downs Country Club, Knights of Columbus and a charter member of St. Patrick of Heatherdowns Parish.

In his youth he was an avid ice skater, and belonged to the Toledo Figure Skating Club. He also built model airplanes and later remote controlled planes. He loved all things technical and could fix anything.

He enjoyed snowmobile trips to northern Michigan and loved spending time with his family at his Bear Lake home in Hillsdale Michigan. He was a family man a good son and brother, a wonderful husband and father, and a loving and caring grandfather.

Roland is survived by his loving wife, Mary; his children, Tony (Kelly) Gagnet, James (Nancy) Gagnet,

and Annette (Richard)

Meklus; sister, Cathy

Gagnet (Mohamed Rahman); grandchildren, Paul, Anna,

Catherine, and John Gagnet; Nicole, Ryan and Julia

Gagnet, and Samantha, and Daley Meklus, and several nieces and nephews.

His parents, and his sisters, Donna Dodson and Sally Jones, preceded him in death.

Friends may visit at the Coyle Funeral Home, 1770 S. Reynolds Rd. on Friday from 2:00 - 8:00 p.m., where a scripture service will be held at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday

beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the mortuary, followed by the Funeral Mass in St. Patrick of Heatherdowns Church at 10:00 a.m. Interment Calvary Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in Roland's memory may be made to St. Patrick of

Heatherdowns School Endowment Fund or to the donor's choice.

Please view and sign the guest registry at

www.coylefuneralhome.com

Published by The Blade from Aug. 1 to Aug. 2, 2013.
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My husband, Rich Reinlein, and Rolly were best friends when in High school. They had so much fun together, including Jake. They joined the Army together too. Rich was
Best man and his wedding to Mary and he was Best Man at our wedding . We were happy they were able to attend our 50th anniversary party In 2008. Nice memories . Pat Reinlein

Patricia Reinlein

Friend

July 26, 2020

Mary and Family - Chris & I send our deepest condolence, our prayers for all of you and Rolly. We'll see ya later, Rolly.

Dale & Chris Amborski

August 5, 2013

Mary: I am so sorry to hear about Roland. I've enjoyed your cards over the years and was greatfull to keep in touch with you and Roland. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Lisa Mattoni-Miller

Lisa Mattoni-Miller

August 4, 2013

Dearest Mary and Cathy, I just learned of Rolly's passing through phone conversation with my Dad, (Pete Spang) . I'm so sorry for your loss. You all were part of my childhood with very fond memories of the BIG Gagnet Family next door. I always loved running into you both once in awhile at Glendale G. Café / Krogers , etc.. Such a kind, handsome man with a beautiful smile sleeps with the Angels now . God Bless you All. Peace be with you . With love always, Janna

Janna Spang-Krom

August 4, 2013

Dear Mrs. Gagnet and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. It was so nice to have had the opportunity to see you again at my parents 50th Wedding Anniversary. I remember my Dad telling us stories about him and Rolly when they were young. I didn't realize until now how much they had in common. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your entire family Sincerely, Karen (Reinlein)Esper

August 4, 2013

Dear Mary and to all of Rolly's family, I want to express my sincere sympathy in the loss of such a wonderful man. I remember Rolly and Mary being at my Mom and Dad's 50th Anniversary Party not too long ago, I know that my parents, were thrilled to have you there and so was I. Rolly was my dad's best friend and he will be dearly missed. I loved reading all about Rolly's past and seeing how much he and my dad had in common. I am thinking of you and keeping you in my prayers. Love, Sharon

Sharon (Reinlein) Brown

August 3, 2013

Mary, Tony, Kelly, Jim, Nancy, Annette and Rich: have sent Tony info on Rollie's death. I am so sorry for your loss. But death is only hard for those of us left behind.

Sorry we were not in time to send flowers, but we will respect your wishes and contact the St. Pat's Endowment Fund.

Am sorry. Death leaves such a hole in one's universe. He had a laugh that could light up any discussion. Susan

Susan Delbert

August 3, 2013

We were deeply saddened to hear of Rollie's passing. He was a great guy and will always remember our social science time at HDCC.

Bob & Mary Rywalski

August 3, 2013

Mary, Sorry to hear about Rollie. He was a sweet and gentle guy. Always had a smile on his face...
Dick and Louise Arman

Dick and Louise Arman

August 3, 2013

Dear Mary, Annette and family,
Dale and I were so sorry to hear of Rolly's passing. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you now and during the difficult days ahead.
Knowing your family during Annette and Amie's school days was a
special time in our lives.
Fondly, Dale and Sandy

Dale and Sandy Fallat

August 2, 2013

Jim and Tony,
Sorry for your loss. Your dad was a great boss and mentor to me.

Ron Cline

August 2, 2013

Mary, Tony, and Jim. I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Gagnet had a profound effect on my life. I first met him at 16 busing tables at the Surf Supper Club. He gave me his business card and told me to call him when I graduated from high school. At 19 I called and ended up working for Tony and Jim, who later gave me an apprenticeship.
I will always be grateful for your family's generosity.

Pat Condon

August 2, 2013

My sincere sympathy and prayers for the entire family. I'm so glad I had the chance to meet you and Rolly at Pat and Rich's 50th wedding anniversary.
Pat's sister, Sister Mercita

August 1, 2013

Mary: Pat and I have you and your family in our prayers. I feel like I have lost part of my youth. I can't stop thinking of all the things Rolly and I did together when we were young. Swimming and skating in and on the Maumee River, building model planes, flying paper planes off the top of the grain elevator, hopping a freight train to the Toledo Zoo, tricking our parents into letting us buy motor bikes and many other adventures. I will miss you old pal and of course "Gotcha last". Thanks for the memories.

Pat and Rich Reinlein

August 1, 2013

So sorry old Darby schoolmate from the 2nd grade and Army Paratrooper buddy. You were my running instructor when they finally sent me to Ft. Benning Ga. We sure had fun on weekends there.You had one more parachute jump than I and always one up on me. Glad the 4 of us got together for lunch this past April. Showed the photo we took to friends and bragged that we were all still here,but now there are 3 left.I'll be following you soon and looking forward to seeing you up there.
Your great friend, Jake.

Gerard Jacobs

August 1, 2013

my deepest sympathy to you Mary and your sons. I am out of town but my thoughts and prayers are with you. Ilet my mother know as well.

don weiher

August 1, 2013

So sorry for your great loss Annette and family- you are in our prayers Brenda and Bill farmer

August 1, 2013

A great Dad and a very nice guy...All my best!

Jeff Arman

August 1, 2013

My deepest sympathy to you, Tony and your family with the passing of your father.

Ty Grieshop

August 1, 2013

going to miss you buddy God Bless
Nate Darr

August 1, 2013

Tony,
You and your family have my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your father. I pray for peace and comfort for your family. Rejoice in who he was.

Jody Horrocks

August 1, 2013

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