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Rose Gagné Obituary
BIDDEFORD - Rose Irène Gagné, 77, of Biddeford, died Thursday, May 2, 2019 at the Gosnell Memorial Hospice in Scarborough.
She was born Jan. 15, 1942 in Biddeford, a daughter of Rudolphe and Rose E. (Blanchette) Trottier and was a graduate of the former St. Andre's High School.
On June 21, 1969, she married Robert R. Gagné at St. Andre's Church
Rose had been employed at National Semiconductor and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.
Preceding her in death was her husband, Robert Gagné, on Feb. 18, 2018.
Surviving are two daughters, Carmen I. Roy and husband David of Lyman and Celeste M. Gagné -Descoteaux and husband Shawn of Biddeford; a son Richard R. Gagné of Arundel; seven grandchildren, Janelle Boisvert, Austin Gagné, Brianna Gagné, Chase Boisvert, Tyler Gagné, Alec Descoteaux and Ariana Descoteaux; three step-grandchildren, Melynda Roy, Lucas Roy and Alan Roy; two brothers, Rudolphe "Raymond" Trottier and wife Elaine and Armand Trottier and wife Gloria; a sister Lucille Cote and husband Robert, all of Biddeford; and several nieces and nephews.
There were no visiting hours. Funeral services were private. Burial was in St. Joseph's Cemetery in Biddeford.
Arrangements were by Hope Memorial Chapel.
To share condolences online, please visit www.HopeMemorial.com.
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Norm & Dottie Ouellette
May 9, 2019
So sorry to hear about Irene's passing we got to know her quite well when she came to Ray's Mkt. every week Irene was truly a gift to the human race for her kindness
Our sincere sympathy to her family
May 9, 2019
Please accept my sincerest
condolences. You are not alone during this time of sorrow and pain. May God give your family strength and comfort to help you endure this loss. As you remember your beloved one, May you find comfort in the memories that you share.
2 Thessalonians 3:16 .
Mike & Betsy Holt
May 8, 2019
Rose & Bob welcomed our daughter Kristin into their home while Kristin was a student at UNE and for that we will be forever indebted to them. A safe home away from home.
Rest in peace Rose you will always be a gem to us.
Love to Celeste, Shawn, Austin, Alec & Arianna
Mike & Betsy Holt
Sandy McKenney
May 8, 2019
So sorry to learn about Irene's passing. Grew up on the same block as Irene back in "the day". Remember her lovely smile gentle demeanor.
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