Gerard Denault Obituary
Born in Central Falls, RI, April 24, 1926, a son of the late Henry O. and Marie Louise Martel Denault, he was a Portland resident for many years before moving to Middletown.
His family will receive relatives and friends in the Portland Memorial Funeral Home 231 Main St, Portland Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 10:15 a.m. from the Portland Memorial Funeral Home and at 11 a.m. at the Church of Saint Mary for a Mass of Christian Burial Interment, with military honors, will follow in the State Veterans Cemetery. For directions, or to leave a online expression of sympathy, kindly visit www.portlandmemorialfh.net.
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Phil Zachary
January 17, 2011
I'll never forget one summer afternoon-it was probably 1966, or so. I was out riding my bike and I saw Mr. Denault painting a house in my Middletown neighborhood. I couldn't believe it. Here was a guy I thought was the best teacher in the world, and the smartest man I'd ever met, and who just HAD to be a millionaire, and he was painting houses. That night I asked my parents about it, and they told me teachers weren't paid anywhere near what they were worth and I learned a very, very valuable lesson. Mr. Denault was so passionate about teaching, that he was a true gift to anyone fortunate enough to be his student. I thank his family for sharing this extraordinary man with his thousands of students.
Tina (Milardo)McDermott
November 3, 2010
Mr. Denault was the best teacher that anyone could ask for. I was a student at Wilson Middle School. All us kids loved Mr. Denault so much ~ always with a beautiful smile with such excitement in his eyes, such wonderful memories of Mr. Denault. He use to tutor me at my home on Ridge Rd/Middletown. My parents enjoyed his company as well. He will be greatly missed by everyone who knew him. Sending my deepest sympathy.
Sincerely,
Tina(Milardo)McDermott
November 1, 2010
Although it has been more than thirty years since I saw Jerry and Lorraine I always remember what incredibly nice people they were. Jerry
had a sense of humor you could not forget. My deepest sympathy goes out to Karen, Paula, Lori and Lisa along with the rest of the family. You had truly wonderful parents. Tom McMellon ,South Glastonbury
November 1, 2010
My favorite teacher, When my kids were old enough to go to Wilson Middle School, he had just retired the year before. I always remembered him and respected him may he rest in peace. Julia (Lemieux) Murray, (Seneca, PA).
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Jack Sterry, Jr.
November 1, 2010
Paula & family,
So very sorry for your loss. Sending my thoughts and prayers with a wish that they help to bring you some comfort during this difficult time.
My best,
Marion Bloomquist
November 1, 2010
Thinking of you all at this time. Your dad and mom were such good neighbors. So sorry for your loss.
Lisa (Jackowiak) Bush
November 1, 2010
When I think of some of my favorite teachers, Mr. Denault always comes to mind. So sorry for your loss.
Kathy and Peter Stoessel
November 1, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Susan Klemba-Arsenault
October 31, 2010
Karen, Paula, Lori, Lisa & Family-
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
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