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Kenneth Gauthier Obituary
Ken was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving in Germany from 1960 to 1963. He was employed at UPS for 17 years, followed by 21 years as director of maintenance at the Whitin Community Center. A devoted volunteer, he was a member of the Northbridge Fire Dept. for 28 years. In his heart he never really left. He retired as Capt. of Engine 1. He volunteered willingly for many causes-from Little League to the NHS Booster Club, but especially as a member of the Boy Scout Troop 155 troop committee.
He loved his family and friends fiercely and unconditionally. His work ethic could not be matched. He took pride in his work-just don't touch the lawnmower or step on his grass.
He loved his remote control, French fries, and Scarborough Beach, lifeguard station # 10. The music ministry of St. Patrick's brought him peace.
He was devoted to his pets Daisy and Stanley, and loved his 3 "adopted" kitties. And yes, girls do believe in Jerome.
Dad, we will continue your spooky suppers, family beach day, Easter egg hunts, Sunday night suppers, corned beef and cabbage, laughter with the gang, pizza and Prayers-but nothing will ever, ever be the same.
We will keep the tree lit. We're pretty sure there is a blue bench in Heaven.
Fly on those eagle's wings Ken and take a so well deserved rest in Jesus' arms. We love you always.
Ken's funeral Mass will be held Wed. Aug 13 at 10 a.m. in St. Patrick's Church, 1 Cross St. Private burial in St. Patrick's Cemetery will be at a later date. A gathering will be held in St. Patrick's Parish Hall following the funeral Mass. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Ken's memory to St. Patrick's Parish P.O. Box 60, or to G.M. Marston Whitin Community Center, 60 Main St. both Whitinsville, MA 01588. Jackman Funeral Home, 12 Spring St. Whitinsville is directing arrangements.
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Michelle
August 5, 2023
We miss you and everything you´ve missed. Not a day goes by I don´t think you you .
May 2, 2022
Love you and miss you, always. Happy birthday
July 26, 2018
Your first great grand baby is here, Isla Marie, she's pretty cute... miss you every day
November 25, 2015
Roger passed away a few days ago. Mom swears that a toy firetruck started sounding when she and I were talking about the both of you on the phone. I did hear it...miss you still.
Nicole
Jillian
May 2, 2015
Miss and love you always, Happy Birthday <3
August 7, 2013
Seems like just yesterday you were here. It's hard to believe 5 years have gone by. Miss you even more.
Nick
Michelle
September 1, 2012
Miss you Dad
August 8, 2012
A lot has happened in 4 years, I hope you're proud <3
May 2, 2012
Happy birthday, love and miss you always -Jillian
March 23, 2012
Kenneth James Gauthier: March 20, 2012
Very cute! You would be proud!
Love - Nick
November 9, 2011
Just had Spooky Supper last week. Wished you could have seen the kids enjoy it.
Nick
Jillian
May 3, 2011
Happy Birthday...well yesterday, didn't know this was still up
love and miss you everyday
September 24, 2009
Dad - The kids and I love you and miss you more each day. Are you watching the leaves change colors? XOXO Hope, Hannah & Jake
August 8, 2009
One year later and we still miss you jus as much.
Love you.
Nick
jim scott
May 16, 2009
So sorry to hear of your loss. ken was a very nice person and alwas thought of others first i will always think of him as a kind and generous person
Nick
May 2, 2009
Hope you are comfortable and got whatever you wanted for your birthday.
Love you.
December 21, 2008
Hope it is warm where you are. Wish you were here more than ever.
Love you.
Nick
Hope
December 8, 2008
I miss you Dad - love you always
LEN LUSSIER
September 2, 2008
MRS. GAUTHIER AND FAMILY,OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY,WE WERE ON VACATION AND JUST HEARD OF THE PASSING OF YOUR (HUSBAND,FATHER,GRANDFATHER) OUR PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL GOD BLESS.LEN,DONNA,ASHLEY,SHAWN LUSSIER
Paula Litchfield
September 2, 2008
I just found out about Ken's passing as we were away on vacation and my deepest condolences go out to his family. I only met Ken about 6 months ago when I became a member at the WCC. His great personality and warm smile greeted me each morning and made my gym workout that much easier. In the short time I got to know Ken, I can see how he was well loved by all those whose lives he touched. I will miss him and his beautiful smile!
Kate
August 31, 2008
Nicole and Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
paul & dorothy Laflamme
August 29, 2008
We are sending our sincere sympathy to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Ken will always be in your hearts.
Melissa Shenian
August 27, 2008
You are all in my thoughts and will remain there for a long, long time. I was saddened to hear the terrible news. I'll never forget his cheerfulness. You have a wonderful and strong family. Just hold on tight to each other.
christine Fitzgerald
August 25, 2008
Peter, Holly ,Cora and Joe,
I am so sorry to hear of your Loss,
Please know you are in our thoughts if there is any thing i can do please let me know.
The Fitzgeralds.
H. Louis Rocheleau III
August 18, 2008
Fran,
Please find comfort in the fact that Ken has left behind such a wonderful legacy. He will be sadly missed and fondly remembered by me and all those who's lives he touched!
David Germain
August 16, 2008
Mike & Family - I will miss talking with your father about my fishing trips at the Cape. We had met your Dad and Mom at Scarborough on a couple of trips down to the beach. He will be deeply missed.
Melanie Plitouke
August 16, 2008
Fran, Michelle and family,
We were shocked and saddened to return to town and hear of Ken's passing. I will be sure to contact Nick and Matt, so they may offer up a prayer and a goodbye. They had such terrific, colorful stories of the yearly scouting trips with Ken and the other leaders!! He was a wonderful man.
Our sympathies,
Melanie and Tony Plitouke
Becky Carrington
August 16, 2008
Mike, Nicole & Family; I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. He was such an amazing man with a big heart, ready smile and a joke or two. My daughters loved seeing him every day at the WCC throughout their daycare years there and will miss seeing him when they go to the WCC for activities. May the many wonderful memories you have of your dad keep with your through this difficult time.
Becky Carrington
Bob Lachapelle
August 15, 2008
Fran and family. I was saddened to learn the news of your terrible loss of a wonderful person. I was away on vacation and could not attend the wake or funeral. My thoughts and prayers were with the entire Gauthier family. We'll miss that smiling face we're so used to seeing. He was a big influence on me in my early years with the fire department. God Bless.
Dave Butler
August 14, 2008
To the Gauthier Family,
My symphathies on the loss of Ken. I was shocked when I heard about it today. I knew Ken from scouts, and was on the troop commitee with him. He was very influential to my 3 sons as I'm sure to a number of other young men. He will be deeply missed.
Joe & Ann Michaud
August 14, 2008
Dear Fran and Family,
So very sorry for your loss. I know that you must have many wonderful memories to keep Ken's spirit and love alive with you always. Take care and God bless you all.
amanda and ryhan bellacqua
August 13, 2008
ken is in our thoughts everyday. my son is gonna miss seeing him everyday saying "look mom mr ken's mowing the grass with his sun hat". we miss him
Tracey Riley
August 13, 2008
Fran and family,
I remember being at your home during Girl Scout meetings while Ken waited for his ice cream! And Fran, your stories of the two of you dancing in the kitchen always remind me of what marriage should be.
My family is thinking of your family.
Sharon Beauchain
August 13, 2008
To the Gauthier Family,
I will miss seeing Ken's smiling face every morning at the WCC. He would always go out of his way to say hello each and every morning. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jim and Nancy Tamulis
August 13, 2008
To The Gauthier Family:
We are saddened by your loss and wish we were closer to pay our final respects. I will have so many fond memories of my children living on Brook Street, growing up with the Gauthier children and always getting a big smile and wave from Ken. We are sure he is in a better place.
Dan Hague
August 13, 2008
To the Gauthier Family:
Our family sends our deepest condolences on your loss. We'll always carry with us the memories of our wonderful neighbors.
The Hague Family
Pete Codner
August 13, 2008
Mike and family, We are so sorry for your loss. You will ALL be in our prayers.
Pete & Jodi Codner
Andrew Jacques
August 13, 2008
Our sincere condolences from our family to yours.
Kylie (LaChapelle) Grenier
August 13, 2008
To the entire Gauthier family,
I am so sorry to hear your sad news. Ken obviously touched many lives in so many ways. I, too, will miss him on his blue bench. But, he will find a more comfy blue bench up in heaven. Hold on to all of your happy memories. I am keeping you ALL in my prayers and thoughts, especially today.
Leslie McIntyre
August 12, 2008
Fran, Michelle, and families...
We are very saddened by your loss...Ken was such a great supporter of Girl Scouts and the friends/families involved in Northbridge Scouting ...and I can hear Fran saying 'don't tell Ken' at leader dinners and other Girl Scout functions when it came to how much personal $$ she spent ....
Peace and prayers to you all.....
Christine Armstrong
August 12, 2008
Mike and Family,
The Community Center will not be the same without your dad. Everyday I entered the gym he always greeted me with a friendly hello, I will miss him. So sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you!
Michelle Benoit
August 12, 2008
Dear Gauthier Family,
I am deeply saddened for all of you at this time. Our students at school would always give a quick wave to "Mr. Ken" when he would walk Stanley each day. He would always smile and give a wave back, and it truly made them feel happy. One of them asked today where he had been, and I simply replied, "he's walking Daisy".
Ken's dedication to the Northbridge community is unmatched. We will be forever grateful for all he has done and given for us, most especially the gift of his wonderful children and loving wife. His example shines brightly in our community through not only his actions, but through each of you as well. Ken is what family and community are all about. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.... and the girls will always believe in "Jerome".
randy lloyd
August 12, 2008
To all,
I knew Mr. Gauthier from scouting and the community center, I always wanted to say thank you to him for his efforts and dedication to the community. His passing is shocking and sadening, my prayers go to all that will miss him.
Kate Salmon-Robinson
August 12, 2008
Jeff and I are filled with sorrow at your enormous loss. We extend our heartfelt sympathy. We’ll miss seeing him on the left side of the church, close to the front and completely surrounded by family and friends! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Amy Nadeau
August 12, 2008
Nicole, Steve, Belle, Elise, & Fran(and family),
We will truly miss Bumpa! He was SOOO good to the girls and we hold a very special place in our hearts for him! We were lucky to have known him! You are all in our thoughts through this difficult time....
Jane Donnelly
August 12, 2008
Dear Michelle & Family,
I am sorry for your loss. Loosing a parent at any time in your life is never easy. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jane (Martin) Donnelly & Family
Gary Gardner
August 12, 2008
Dear Gauthier family,
I am saddened to hear of Mr. Gauthier's passing. A friend e-mailed me the news. I am sorry that I will not be able to attend the funeral service, but I will pray for this good man's eternal soul. Love and condolences to all the Gauthier family in their time of bereavement
Kim Smith & girls
August 12, 2008
Fran & Family
We are sorry to hear about Ken..He's in a better place now..Our thoughts and prayers are with you..
Bob Martin
August 12, 2008
Fran, Michelle, Mike and Family,
We are very, very sorry to hear of your loss. Ken was a friend to our father, Al Martin, and was especially close to our late mother, Mary-Ruth (O'Neill) Martin of Cottage Street, graduating with both from NHS in 1960. He was also friendly with our late Aunt, Pat (Martin) Beaudoin.
Our thoughts and parayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Bob Martin, Jane (Martin) Donnelly and Sarah (Martin) Fayyad and families
Heather Hough
August 12, 2008
I used to think that Thursday night suppers at "Momma and Bumpa's" were for Mary & Keith's benefit. So that they could be around family/Grandparents since theirs were not close by. Now I know that I get just as much out of those suppers as they do. Bumpa, we miss you and love you! Love, Heather, Keith, Mary & Keith
Mary Potty
August 12, 2008
Fran and family
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.May the love and support of your friends and family help you through this difficult time
Mary Potty
kelly sullivan
August 11, 2008
I will miss your smiling face to greet me every morning, but i know you will be smiling down from the blue bench that awaits you.
Lauren
August 11, 2008
bumpa, you were the greatest grandfather anyone could have asked for and so much more, i love you and am going to miss you so much. you are loved by so many people and you will never ever be forgotten, our lives will never be the same. i know you are in a better place now, playing cards with grammy and with daisy by your side, please watch over all of us because you know better than anyone else that we need it, i love you, and i will always be your little number 5 running up and down the court.
Labrie's
August 11, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Tim & Jane Labrie
Deb Stewart
August 11, 2008
Fran and Family,
Our deepest sympathy to your and your family.
Deb Stewart/Ray Bilodeau
Bill & Kathy Audette
August 11, 2008
Fran & Children
Please know that we are so sorry for your loss, being neighbors and friends we saw how much Ken loved and devoted his time to family and our community Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you.
Meghan Remuck
August 11, 2008
Dear Mike, Matt, and family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I hope that you will find comfort in the memories of your father and the support of your family. I will keep you in my prayers. God Bless.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Meghan Remuck
Lucille Dover
August 11, 2008
Frances and family,
Reading these beautiful tributes to Ken just gave me chills. What a wonderful man, husband, father, "bumpa" and giving man he was. You were all blessed with the best. I will keep you in my heart.
Love, Lucille (Roy) Dover.
Dean and Lori Hanson
August 11, 2008
Dear Mrs. Gauthier, Nicole and Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Ann Beaudoin
August 11, 2008
Fran and family, Our deepest sympathy and regrets on the passing of Ken. He will be dearly missed. All our love and best wishes , Ann Beaudoin, Candi Snaith bonet, Michael Bonet and Kyle Bonet
Jane Nuttall
August 11, 2008
Michelle,
My prayers and thoughts our with you and your family. Did not know your dad personally, from reading the guest book, sounds like he will be forever missed. If there is anything I can do for you or your family please let me know.
Jane/Pedi, Tri-River
Kathy Hudon
August 11, 2008
To Michelle and family; Pray for strength to get thru this tough time and hold on tight to the memories that he has made for you all... noone can take those away
Janine Zolides
August 11, 2008
Fran, Michelle, Mike and the whole Gauthier Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Husbands/Dad's passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Janine, Bill, Anastasia, Hallie & Zack Zolides
John DeJong
August 11, 2008
Fran & Family,
Judy and I send our sympathies to the loss of you husband and father.
May God Bless!!
John and Judy DeJong
Gina & Steve Foley
August 11, 2008
Fran,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your whole family. Ken was a great man. No matter where he was he was always smiling. He will be missed very much.
Ken & Susan Garron
August 11, 2008
God Bless you in your time of loss.
Wanda White
August 11, 2008
Fran, We are very sorry for your loss. Just remember the good times which are awesome. I know you will laugh when you recall your stories
Wanda & Skip White (Uxbridge)
Cheryl and Scott Sundeen
August 11, 2008
We are very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you and your family. Not seeing Ken at the gym every day will not be the same.
The Carroll Family
August 11, 2008
Fran & Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sadness. May the memories of the good times you had together carry you through.
Jessica Tancrell (Audette)
August 11, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
May your memories bring you comfort and happiness during this time of sadness. Mr. Gauthier will always be remembered.
Karen (Potty) Leeds
August 11, 2008
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I will never stop believing in or forget "Jerome".
Jill Palmer
August 11, 2008
Fran,
I am so sorry for your loss. You have so many wonderfull memories of all the things you two did. Please know that you are in my prayers.
John Colorio
August 11, 2008
Everytime I go into the gym now, I will always look over to the bench, knowing that you may not be there in body, but are there in spirit. Sipping your coffee, and throwing little jokes at me. I will miss those, and you will be missed.
Steven George
August 11, 2008
Dear Fran and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I have known Ken for years through many of our mutual activities and interests. I first met Ken through scouting and it was great both as a scout and then as an adult volunteer, to see his dedication to the troop. Later in joining the fire department I could also see how passionate he was in doing that and I am proud that he was my Captain of Engine 1. Then with the most recent trips that I had made to Scarborough Beach and coming across the Gauthier family. Every time I went to Scarborough, even this year I'd cast a look in the area of that life guard chair for Ken and company.
Thank you Ken for all that you have done and you will be missed.
Jeanne Hauge
August 11, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lee Ann Murphy
August 11, 2008
Fran and Family:
Nothing I can say could truly convey the sadness I feel for your loss. Ken was such an incredible man. Always there to support his family and community- Northbridge Girl Scout events will never be quite the same without his quiet, solid presence...
And the girls will ALWAYS believe in Jerome.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Fran Graveson
August 11, 2008
Fran and all,
Whitinsville just will not be the same for me. It was always a pleasant surprise to run into Ken around town with a friendly smile, because then I knew I was in my hometown. My prayers are with everyone who will miss that smile.
Kristin DeJong
August 11, 2008
To all of you...I am very sorry about the passing of your dad. He was truly one of the funniest people I can remember from my childhood. My deepest sympathies to your family.
Sonja Lawrence
August 11, 2008
To Fran and family, I am so sorry for your loss you can't imagine. I will miss seeing his face and getting his greeting when I go to the gym everyday you are all in my prayers, again Im very sorry.
Steve Croteau
August 11, 2008
Bumpa, we miss you so much. Love, Belle & Lisey
Brian,Laura, Kristine, and Chelsea Bielecki
August 11, 2008
Fran, Michelle, Jillian, and Lauren, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family during this very difficult time. Our deepest sympathies and love to all.
Jen (McCabe) Stoddard
August 11, 2008
I got a call over the weekend from my mom letting me know the horrible news. Words can not express how sorry I am for your loss. I will always remember how dedicated Ken was to his family and the town. Please accept my deepest sympathy and know that you will all be in my thoughts and prayers.
Patty and Paul Buma
August 11, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May you draw comfort from the times you enjoyed together, the memories you have made as a family, and the traditions you will carry on.
Rachel Hughes
August 11, 2008
Our thoughts are with your family in this time of sadness and loss. "Mr. Ken" was a wonderful man who will be missed by many.
Rachel, John, Jack, & Jordan Hughes
david trottier
August 11, 2008
I spent most of my childhood summers in linwood, my grandparents, lived right next to the playground. I met kenney many years ago, just young boys, having fun in the 50's. Linwood was a fun place, with many big familys, it is our time now, rest in peace friend, someday all us linwood kids will meet again, and rule the ballfield. my condolences to your family.
Paul St Marie
August 11, 2008
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rick Chicoine
August 11, 2008
My prayers and thoughts are with you. I am so sorry for your loss.
Deanna LeBlanc
August 11, 2008
Dear Nicole and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Thinking of you all!
Cindy Beatrice
August 11, 2008
My heart will be heavy for a long time my friend. I love ya!!! There are not words enough to express how you've touched so many lives. "Shank you" very much for being you.
Sue Adams
August 11, 2008
Michelle and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying that you will get through these tough days ahead and then remember the good times. I will always remember your Dad in his Santa suit at my house! He was hilarious and made the best Santa ever! I'm sure he's playing with children right now and enjoying himself thouroughly!
Love you,
Sue Adams
Charlie and Sue Thompson
August 11, 2008
from Argentina
I m sure there is a blue bench in heaven.
Charlie and Sue
kathy kent (redding)
August 11, 2008
Fran and Family.
I am so sorry for you loss. But i will rejoice with you because i know that when you know the Lord there is no better reward then to meet face to face with the one who saved you. May God fill you with HIS Peace! Love and God Bless
Marianne Malone
August 11, 2008
Mike: I remember seeing your Dad from my grade 6 window. He was always smiling. My deepest sympathy for you and your family during this time of loss.
Nick
August 11, 2008
I am searching so hard to find you somewhere. To hear your voice and have you look into my eyes one more time. So far, I cannot seem to see you, but I will not stop trying. I miss you terribly. Steve and I will impress your memory upon the girls and they will remember their Bumpa. You will always be with us. I love you.
Ben Brown
August 11, 2008
FRAN and children, my deepest sympathy in the loss of Husband and Dad, Ken, I am sure his loss will be greatly missed by all.
Heather Charbonneau
August 11, 2008
Fran and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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