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Craig Gagnon Obituary
SOUTH PORTLAND -- Craig A. Gagnon, 44, of South Portland, passed away on Sunday, March 6, 2011, at the Gosnell House after a courageous battle with cancer.
Craig was born on July 22, 1966, to Joanne Gagnon and the Late Albert Gagnon III. Craig graduated from South Portland High School in 1985.
Craig was talented in working with his hands. He spent his life doing plumbing, carpentry, electrical, flooring, painting...however, his passion was doing roofing with his best friend Stephen, prior to his passing.
Craig loved to ride his motorcycle, run sound for the band, hunting, going fishing with his buddies or be Unkie to all his nieces and nephews.
Craig's life was dedicated to his friends and family. Despite his hard exterior, he had a heart of gold. He could be called on at any time for those in need.
Craig was preceded by his father, Albert Joseph Gagnon III. He is survived by mother, Joanne M. Gagnon of South Portland; brother, Scott Joseph and wife Lisa of Gray, sister, Gail Ann of South Portland; love of his life, Tamra Gagnon of Westbrook; daughter, Christie Penney of South Portland, son, Christopher Grovo and girlfriend Tonya, daughter, Ashlee Elisa of Westbrook; aunt Marlene of South Portland, uncle Wayne and aunt Gerry of Florida and uncle Gene and aunt Helen of South Portland. He is also going to be greatly missed by those who called him UnkieÉhis six nieces and nephews and nine great- nieces and nephews.
A service to celebrate Craig's life will be held on Thursday, March 10, 2011, from 4-8 p.m., at Hobbs Funeral Home, 230 Cottage Rd., in South Portland.
A huge THANK YOU to the staff of the Gosnell House, Dr. Sara Ketchum and Dr. Kathy Truslow and the staff of Synergy Health Group. Your compassion and love was special to him and our family.
In lieu of flowers, donations
in his honor can be made to:
The Gosnell House
180 U.S. Route 1
Scarborough, Maine 04074
and VNA Home Health & Hospice
50 Foden Rd.
South Portland, Maine 04106
Craig A. Gagnon
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Memories and Condolences
for Craig Gagnon
March 11, 2011
Joanne, I am so sorry. Had no idea. I feel your pain. I love you and am here for you. My deepest sympathy. Roxana
Holley Duchaine
March 11, 2011
My heart goes out to all of you. Craig was not only a friend but like a brother to me. He is at peace now. Holley Duchaine.
Michelle Lunt
March 10, 2011
Gail and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. May god be with each of you in this time of need.
Michelle Lunt
Bryan Fagan
March 9, 2011
We miss you deeply Craig and you were always there for me. As one of my dearest friends We will remember you when a loud bike roars down the street or when its snowing and I needed just a little more help. You were there for me. Lisa and I will miss you forever Thanks for being our friend.. Bryan Fagan, Lisa Dorr
March 9, 2011
Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Danielle (Knox) Baratta
Bob and Liz McLaughlin
March 9, 2011
Joanne and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. We are very sorry for your loss.
Kelli Colarusso
March 9, 2011
Joanne, Scott & Gail - so sorry to hear of Craig's passing. How heavy your hearts must be at his loss. May you find comfort in knowing he is now pain free and watching over all of you. Keep his memories close to your heart and he will never be far away. Gob Bless - Love, Kelli & Billy Colarusso
Lisa Rubner MacCuish
March 9, 2011
To the Gagnon Family,
Not sure If you remember me from the days of camping at Kokatosi,but wanted to say how sorry I am to hear of Craig's passing . My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love, Lisa Rubner MacCuish
James Lappin
March 9, 2011
So sorry for your loss.Craig will be missed.My thoughts a prayers are with you and your family.Love always Jimmy
kevin gardner
March 9, 2011
Kc gardner So sorry for your loss my prayers are with you.
Susan Swiger
March 8, 2011
Joanne,
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember when the boys use to come to our games and would see them playing at Barbara Heald's house. I know how tough it is to lose a loved one as I have lost so many myself. They say ti gets easier in time but truly, your heart holds on to the memories and that is what truly gets you through it all. I know he is in good hands now and with so many othe "Village people". He is free of pain now and he will rest now. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Joy Malier
March 8, 2011
Gail,
So sorry to hear of your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow.
Joy
Jane Pearson
March 8, 2011
Dear Joanne and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I wasn't so far so I could give you as hug and offer my condolences in person. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Jane Seymour Pearson, formerly of SP
Cindy Joslin Collins
March 8, 2011
Dear Joanne and family, My deepest sympathy for your loss. In my mind, Craig will always be that mischevious, grinning little boy who tormented the daylights out of his babysitter (me!). with love Cindy (Joslin) Collins
Lisa Bailey
March 8, 2011
Gail, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this time of sorrow. Peace be with you all.
Cheryl Bernard Sikora
March 8, 2011
Dear Gagnon Family and Friends: Please accept my condolences during this difficult time.
"Mourning can go on for years and years.
It doesn't end after a year, that's false fantasy.
It usually ends when people realize that they can live again, that they can concentrate their energies on their lives as a whole, and not on their hurt, guilt and pain." Elisabeth Kubler-Ross
Donna Sargent
March 8, 2011
To the Gagnon family, thoughts and prayers are sent to you today. I haven't seen Craig in a while, but I feel a piece of my childhood is lost with his passing.
Leah Legassie
March 8, 2011
Dear Joanne and family,
Although we can't be with you while you remember your loved one, you're in our thoughts from afar.
Our prayers are with you and your family during this most difficult time of life.
Litza McAvoy
March 8, 2011
Gail and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
March 8, 2011
we are so sorry for your loss, we can't even express how we feel, our thoughts and love go out to the family, Dick and Fran
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