Elroy Norman "Butch" Gauthier Jr.

Elroy Norman "Butch" Gauthier Jr.

Elroy Gauthier Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 26, 2007.
Elroy 'Butch' Norman Gauthier, Jr. 64, of Esko died Thursday, May 24, 2007 in St. Mary's Hospital in Rochester. He was born in 1943 in Duluth to Elroy and Eileen Gauthier. Elroy graduated from Denfeld High School in 1961. On Sept. 14, 1963 he married Karen Smith and they made their home in Cloquet, Big Lake and most recently, Esko. Elroy held management positions in numerous Duluth retail stores. He was also a buyer for Northern Drug. After many years in the retail industry, Elroy and his wife started their own business, Tri County Home Inspections, Appraisals, and Plats, Inc. In 2002 their son Al joined them in the business. Elroy was forced to retire due to illness in November of 2006. Elroy was preceded in death by one sister, Lynn Perry. He is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Karen; two sons, Alan (Priscilla) of Cloquet and Thomas of Proctor; brother, Dale (Jackie) of Duluth; sister, Myrna (Ron) Routh of Lacey, Washington; his mother-in-law, Elsie Smith of Cloquet; and four grandchildren, Kayla, Cody, Emily, and Hannah; many nieces, nephews and extended relatives. MEMORIAL SERVICE:2 p.m. Wednesday, May 30, 2007 in Northland Funeral Home, 801 14th St. in Cloquet. Lunch and fellowship will follow in the Fireside Room of the funeral home. Private family inurnment will be at Hillside Cemetery in Carlton at a later date. To sign the guest book and offer an online tribute, see www. northlandfuneralhome.com

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July 9, 2007

Penney Prevost posted to the memorial.

June 1, 2007

John and Cheryl Oland posted to the memorial.

May 30, 2007

Shannon Sweeney posted to the memorial.

Penney Prevost

July 9, 2007

To the Gauthier Family:
Butch was a wonderful friend and he created many outstanding memories for us on Big Lake. Each time we walk down to the dock at Mugg's place, we think of Butch constructing the wonderful steps. He is sadly missed. Our hearts continue to go out to Karen, Tom & Al and the entire family.

Del & Penney

John and Cheryl Oland

June 1, 2007

Karen and Family -
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Your neighbor,

Shannon Sweeney

May 30, 2007

Tom, Cody and Emily,
I am so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts at this difficult time.

Darlene Bradt

May 30, 2007

Dear Karen, Al, and Tom,

Brad and I were so sorry to hear about Butch. We have so many wonderful and fun memories of him from our Long Lake days. He was always smiling in our memories. And, to this day, I still think of both of you when I hear "Elvira".
Please accept our sincere sympathy and condolences. We will remember you all in our prayers.
Love, Dolly & Brad

Bob& Kathy Johnson

May 29, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you a this time of sorrow.

Ronald Miller

May 29, 2007

Karen, Alan & Tom:
Sorry to hear about your husband & father. We enjoyed working with Butch & his boys at Norton Park Hockey. ( that was a few years back!) Ron, Rosalie & Tom Miller

Patty Wenske

May 29, 2007

Dearest Karen, Allen and Tom,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I have always been very fond of Butch. I remember the days when the two of you were first married and I would visit in west Duluth near Shopper's City. He was always a great conversationalist and demonstrated his humor and wonderful character. He will be missed by many. With deepest sympathy and hugs. Cousin Patty

Karen Landry

May 29, 2007

Aunt Karen and cousins Tom and Al,
I am so sorry that uncle Butch has left this life so early. My thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of sorrow. I pray you find strength in your wonderful memories. And remember that although his human life has ended, his spiritual life lives on forever. My mother is very heartbroken that her brother has passed and that her health prevents her from coming to Duluth to so she can be with you all. Please know that my mom, dad, Kirk, Kim, Kelly and I are all thinking of you and sending prayers.

Bobbikay DeLovely

May 29, 2007

Tom, Al and Karen:

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You will all remain in my prayers as you have to face the days ahead. Just remember all the good times, these memories are what will get you through each day.

Jean Starkey

May 29, 2007

Tom-
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Kim Cincoski

May 28, 2007

To Elroy's family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I worked with Elroy at Northern Drug. He was a really good guy. I enjoyed working with him very much. He always had a smile on his face.

Melanie and Brandt Parteka

May 27, 2007

Our most favorite uncle will be missed so very badly. We want to send our deepest sympathies to Auntie Karen, Cousin Al and Tom, and their extended families. There seems to be no words of comfort to ease the pain of losing someone we love, but there will always be the wonderful memories. Uncle Butch was always ready to help us out, especially with all the changes we made to our house. From the start (13 yrs. ago or more) He helped Brandt install a new front window in the house we live in today. With his help we were able to buy our house because the old window was cracked and didn't pass inspection. He was the one that always took the longest to eat x-mas dinner at grandma and grandpa Smith's, we couldn't open presents til he was done! He always loved to "cut the rug" at family weddings....what a good dancer. He and auntie Karen came the past few years to our house to to celebrate the holidays and spread some cheer, we always felt so honored to have them here. How about the boat rides out on the lake? Or the pontoon rides? It didn't matter what time of day he always made me and my family feel welcome...always. These are just a few of my special memories with uncle Butch, the best uncle there ever was. God speed, love always, Brandt and Melanie Parteka

Leah St. Germain

May 27, 2007

Karen, Al, and Tom,

Uncle Butch was an amazing uncle to us and a wonderful brother to my Mom and Dad. He was always there to let a hand and to lend a shoulder. Knowing Uncle Butch and Aunt Karen were there made us feel safe and secure when Dad had his health issues. We will miss him so very much and he holds a special place in our hearts. Brian and I send our love and prayer. We love you guys.

Jan Jarzynski

May 27, 2007

Dear Tom,
I want you to know I am thinking of you at this time of sorrow. I am so sorry to hear about your dad.

Alan Mitchell

May 27, 2007

Al and Tom,

I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult days.

Alan

Paula

May 26, 2007

Dear Tom,
I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult days.

Gene and Bill Henrickson

May 26, 2007

Dale and Jackie: Please accept our deepest sympathies for the loss of your brother/brother-in-law. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gene and Bill Henrickson

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