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Rene Gagnon Obituary
Franlin, NH — Rene A. Gagnon passed away suddenly on January 13, 2022 at the age of 74. He was born on June 30, 1947 to Pauline G Harnois and Rene Gagnon Sr. He grew up in Hooksett, NH. He graduated from college with a degree in English.
He was a carpenter by trade and worked for Energy Improvement Inc. until his retirement.
Rene was known as a local celebrity because his father was one of the men who was the Iwo Jima flag raiser in World War ll. He was also involved many grief groups, for survivors and families of Iwo jima.
Rene is survived by his wife of 42 years, Judy Lockrow Gagnon, his children Sarah(Jason) Marcotte, Heather(Scott)Cady, Rebecca(Shannon)ODell, Joshua(Jason Rothwell ) Gagnon, 7 grandchildren Dakoda and Keegan Robinson, Hannah and Payton Cady, Ryleigh, Kaylei, Kennedy ODell.
A Celebration of life will be held at The Eggshell Restaurant in Loudon on Saturday, January 29 from 3:30 PM to 7 PM.
In Lieu of flowers donations can be made to Franklin animal shelter
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Jaiden Gagnon
June 10, 2024
My name is Jaiden Mandsager but Mother's Maiden name is Gagnon. I'm part of this great family. I'm glad to be a part of it and I wish I was born sooner so I could have meet you. I hope you rest in peace.
Don Rorschach
January 23, 2022
Rene Jr. was so very special in helping rescue helpless dogs and finding them homes. Even though I lived more than 1,000 miles from Rene, he helped me locate a special dog and adopt it. Condolences to Rene´s wonderful wife and members of his fine family!
Lucas Bozek
January 22, 2022
Rene you will be missed by many including me. Hope we meet again.
Marypat Bilodeau
January 20, 2022
A note to the family. My condolences . I knew Pauline and how proud she was of her 2 Rene s. Best thoughts to all
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Carolyn Conte
January 19, 2022
Rene was one of our better siding applicators when working at Custombilt, Inc. in Manchester. He was always a gentleman when he came into the office to pick up his paycheck. I am sorry for your loss. Rest in peace Rene.
Marianne Mihalyo and Gary Roy
January 19, 2022
It was a true pleasure and honor to know Rene and his family. We had a few precious meetings with him in NH and many wonderful memories of he and his family's visits to us in CT. He shared may of his thoughts and opinions with us about Iwo Jima and his father. He and his father will be remembered and honored in our Iwo Jima Museum. We miss you!
Kris Stone
January 18, 2022
My thoughts & prayers are with all of you. Rene will be deeply missed.
RC Walsh
January 17, 2022
So sorry to hear of his passing, gone but not forgotten
Sonya
January 17, 2022
Rene,
I´m going to miss you so much my friend. We didn´t visit each other or families a lot but we´re good friends. We were Facebook friends and shared memories, pictures, had chats, and enjoyed just being friends. Please watch over all your family. I love you Rene, love your friends the Avery´s. Becky, Judy and family stay strong!! I love you all.
Sonya Avery
January 17, 2022
The lord too you away from us too soon. Even though I didn´t see you often, we became Facebook friends and talked, shared memories, pictures and had chats. I will miss our chats and just having a friendship with you. We are all going to miss you very much but know that you will always be with us. I love you Rene Gagnon Jr. love your Avery family.
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