GOFFSTOWN - Robert J. Gagnon, 76, of Goffstown, passed away on Oct. 5, 2019, after a brief battle with cancer.
Born in Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada, on July 31, 1943, he was the son of Leas Gagnon and Adrienne (Labrie) Gagnon. He spent most of his adult life living in New Hampshire.
Family members include his wife of 52 years, Anne Gagnon; two daughters, Christine Gagnon and son-in-law Paul Schill, and Brigitte Bowmar and son-in-law Scott Bowmar; and six grandchildren, Gabrielle MacIver, Vivianne Schill, Gavin MacIver, Georgia Schill, Israel Schill and Grace Bowmar.
Bob was the best Papa to his grandchildren. He never missed a game, school or life event. He enjoyed fishing, biking, telling stories and cuddling with them all. His grandbabies brought him great love and joy and he was proud of each of them.
He touched the lives of many through his music. Many hold dear their memories of dancing and listening to him play the accordion at parties and family gatherings.
Bob loved fishing and hunting and was an avid bowler and golfer. He loved road trips with his wife and the ocean. Most of all, Bob loved his family and friends. Bob had a big heart and a generous spirit and he saw the best in people. He was quick to help others and a friend to many. He had an easy smile and a contagious laugh and many people enjoyed his easy conversation and stories.
Before retiring after 20 years, he worked as a foreman for the Carpenters Union. He took great pride in his craft and continued to be sought long after his retirement. He was the best in his trade and a mentor to many.
In addition, family members include two sisters, Pauline (Gagnon) Couture and brother-in-law Paul Couture, and Pierrette Gagnon and her husband Jacques Dorval; three brothers, Richard Gagnon and sister-in-law Andre Tousignant, Marcel Gagnon and sister-in-law Marie (Loubier) Gagnon, and Jean-Marie Gagnon; his in-laws, David and Nancy Gagne, Sue and Andy Forand, Richard and Cindy Gagne, Judy and Jim Tarr, Steven and Janie Gagne, Mary Jane Lortie, Matthew Gagne and Bruce Gagne; and aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and close friends.
He was predeceased by two brothers, Paul Gagnon and his surviving wife Bernadette Loubier, and Rosaire Gagnon.
The family would like to thank all of the staff of the E200 wing at Catholic Medical Center for the loving and gentle care that he received.
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SERVICES: A gathering is planned for Friday, Oct. 11, from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Cremation Society of New Hampshire, 243 Hanover St., Manchester. A private family gathering is Saturday, Oct. 12, at noon.
To view an online tribute, send a message of condolence or for more information, please visit www.csnh.com.
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Sinceres sympathies. On est avec vous tous. Robert est plus qu'un cousin,c'est un vrai ami. Yvon x
Yvon Beliveau
October 11, 2019
I have been very blessed to know and share a birthday with Bob, he was a great man and an inspiration for living a full life. No conversation could ever end without hearing and talking about his wonderful family. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Gagnon family. God Bless,
Timothy King and all of the Concord Police Department family
Timothy King
Friend
October 10, 2019
All my sympathies to Anne and family....Good Bye Bob!
Repose en paix. Tu étais un homme agréable à côtoyer, musicien à tes heures, drôle, attentionné et plein de bonté, ta mort est survenu trop rapidement pour nous tous.
Ta cousine, Nicole Prefontaine et son conjoint SergeLebrun, xxx
Nicole Prefontaine
Family
October 9, 2019
Christine I am sorry to hear this. May his Spirit always be with you and your family. love Reta
Reta MacGregor
October 9, 2019
Dear Anne, I was so sad to hear this news. Thinking of you and holding you in a huge hug. Much love, Maggie Marszewski
Maggie Marszewski
Friend
October 8, 2019
Anne, so sorry for your family's loss.Sending you love and prayers for comfort. Barbara and Dave French
Barbara and Dave French
Friend
October 8, 2019
Sincères sympathies. Nos prières vous accompagnent en ces moments difficiles. Nous garderons des bons souvenirs de Robert.
Tante Aline Labrie-Roy, ses enfants: Denis (Linda Côté), Micheline (Luc Talbot), Roger (Andrée Pruneau, Jean (Bernadette Gaulin).
Denis Roy
Family
October 8, 2019
To Bridget & family, so sorry for your loss, Muss
Ray Bournival
October 8, 2019
We are so sad to learn of the passing of our friend and bowling buddy. May he Rest In Peace. Anne and family ... you are also in our thoughts and prayers. May your happy memories sustain you in the coming days. Bob & Lorraine Bleau
Bob $ Lorraine Bleau
Friend
October 8, 2019
We are wholeheartedly with you in these difficult times.You have all our sympathy. André Rancourt family
André Rancourt
Family
October 7, 2019
Sorry to hear about Robert's passing. I know that he was a very big part of everyone's life.
Ava-lyn Lane
Teacher
October 7, 2019
Sorry to hear about Robert's passing. I know that he was a very big part of everyone's life.
Ava-lyn Lane
Teacher
October 7, 2019
Mike and I would like to offer you and your family , our deepest sympathy for your loss. May your memories help you go thru this difficult time.
Love and prayers sent your way!
Mike , & Pauline Gagnon
Friend
October 7, 2019
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