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Roland Gauthier Obituary
He was born on Dec. 30, 1944, in Norwich, to the late Peter L. and Eva (Shorey) Gauthier. He attended New London High School before enlisting in the U.S. Marine Corps. He served from Aug. 1962 to Oct. 1966, some of which was in Vietnam until his honorable discharge.
On May 28, 1966, he married his beloved wife, Carol (Le Bert de Bar) at St. Joseph Mission Church in Hanover. They raised their family together while he worked as a supervisor for the Connecticut DOT until his retirement. Roland was a member of the Montville VFW and a life member of the Marine Corps League.
Roland is survived by his wife, Carol; daughter, Lori (Gauthier) Paolino; son, Roland P. Gauthier Jr. and his wife, Chris-Ann; sister, Idella Howland and her husband, Paul; grandchildren, Amber Loiacono, Trent Gauthier, Andrew Moreau, Alexis Moreau, and Brittnee Miller; great-grandchild, Kayden Pease; and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by a sister, Beverly Bonville.
Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday at Church & Allen Funeral Home, 136 Sachem St., Norwich. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday at St. John The Evangelist Church, Maple Ave., Uncasville, meeting directly at the church. Burial will be private at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Disabled Veterans National Foundation, at www.dvnf.org or mail to DVNF, 1020 19th St. NW, Suite 475, Washington, DC 20036.
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Memories and Condolences
for Roland Gauthier
February 5, 2013
Hi Roland and Chris-Anne,
It's been a VERY long time since I last saw you two (since we were both working at Domino's).
This may sound VERY weird! But your name just popped into my head this evening. So I wanted to see if I could find you on Facebook, to see what you've been up to these many past years. When I first saw your name referenced, I realized it wasn't you. But when I expanded the article further and found your name also listed as a son of Roland, I realized unfortunately this article was about your Dad passing.
I am truly sorry to hear about your loss!!!!! I wish I could have found your name online in a different way. Take it easy and stay strong, my friend!
Keith Wing
Rochester, NY
Everett & Dorene Hewitt
January 28, 2013
Carol and family, We just heard of you loss and are so sorry. we will keep you all in our prayers and the good memories will live on in our hearts. May God Bless you all.
Allison Bokoff
January 23, 2013
Dear Carol and Family - You all know how dear Roland was to me...My life is forever touched by his genuineness and level of caring for my wellbeing...My heart and thoughts are with you today and always...
Normand & Bernice Rioux
January 23, 2013
Freind, neighbor,family freinds.A great custormer at the old Vic's Restaurant.Roland always had a new storie to tell us, when he came in.You will be missed. Norm & Bernice Rioux
Denise Ethier Dembinski
January 23, 2013
Carol and family, so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. Carol, you perhaps remember me from Hanover. Your sister, Penny, used to watch over me at school. I think of you all from time-to-time and know that you will always have a place in my heart. I would love to hear from either you or Penny some day. [email protected]
January 23, 2013
To the Gauthier Family, we are very sorry for your loss, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Joe, Tania, Nickolas & Olivia
Chris-Ann Gauthier
January 23, 2013
Thank you everyone for your kind words! Reading everyone's posts has been comforting!
Roland Jr, Chris-Ann, Brittnee & Trent
Chris and Jim Gorton
January 22, 2013
Carol and Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Rolands passing. Our prays and thoughs are with you in this time of need.
Doug Brown
January 22, 2013
Carol and family sorry for your lose...I have missed seeing You guys over the past years.
January 22, 2013
To the Gauthier family,
Our deepest sympathies to the family of Roland. From the Gately and Manville families'.
Laura Citrak
January 22, 2013
Hi Carol,
Long time since I've seen you but just wanted to extend my sympathy to you and your family. Very sorry for your loss.
wayne smith
January 22, 2013
so sorry for your lostroland was one of the best people that ever worked for me he always made me laugh did his job to the best he could when ever he came up from flordia he made it a point to stop and sayhello i willmisshim verrymuch rip my friend
Jonathan Combies
January 21, 2013
TO the Gauthier family so sorry for your loss, Roland was a great person. Iworked with him in Waterford back in the 80s and we always saw each other over the years he always made me laugh. MAY HE REST IN PEACE.
You may be gone but not forgotten, may this photo of a happier time bring smiles to others faces! Love Lori Anne & Chris-Ann
Chris-Ann Gauthier
January 21, 2013
January 21, 2013
Lori and family~ I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you all.
Denise Bacchiocchi
Ann Januszewski
January 21, 2013
May god be with you in this time of sorrow.
Carole and Dave Lester
January 21, 2013
Carol, so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kathie and Ron Clark and Gibeault
January 21, 2013
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Although we hadn't seen Roland for many years, we have always thought of him as a great man and friend. We will keep you in our prayers. God bless.
January 21, 2013
My deepest sympathies are offered to you at this time.
Thomas Damato, Plainfield,CT
Paula LaPine
January 21, 2013
Sorry to see your father ,father-in-law ,grandfather has passed away you are in my thoughts ,one of your old neighbors Paula LaPine
Mark De Vincent
January 20, 2013
Dear Roland , I will cherish are friendship and miss u dearly . God bless and your family ! I will never forget the first time we met at Hudson Beach... i'll keep u and your family in my prays , your friend Mark
Mark De Vincent
January 20, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mark Morth
January 20, 2013
Roland,
My deepest condolence for the loss of your Dad! May God comfort you and your family during this time.
Gloria Kelley
January 20, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to you all. May you find strength within the love of your and friends and comfort knowing he is at peace. Love you all
David Deckler
January 20, 2013
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS TAKE IT 1 DAY @ A TIME!!
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