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Stephen Gadbois Obituary
Stephen Frederick Gadbois, 57 of Chelmsford, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer with his loving wife by his side.
Born in Lowell on December 12, 1963, Stephen graduated from Shawsheen Technical High School. As a skilled mason, he cherished the time he worked for Middlesex Masonry. His beautiful stone work can be seen all over, from New England to California.
One of Stephen's loves was playing guitar with family and friends. He enjoyed traveling and exploring many places; Stephen loved the warmth of the sun during long motorcycle rides with his wife. Additionally, he enjoyed spending time with grandchildren and his dog, Howie. A constant jokester, Stephen will be truly missed, as he touched so many lives with his kindness.
He is survived by his wife, Diane, his daughters, Olivia Gadbois of Manchester, NH; Cassie Gadbois and his grandson, Mason, of Dracut, MA; his step-son, Bryce McLaughlin, and step-daughter Ariannah Harrington of Wilmington, MA; his step-daughter, Rebecca McLaughlin of Andover, MA; his step-son, Joshua Harrington of Leominster, MA; his parents, Donald and Judith (Johnson) Gadbois of Chelmsford, MA; his five sisters, Donna Gadbois of Billerica, MA; Veronica Gadbois of Westford, MA; Susan Gadbois of Bellows Falls, VT; Jennifer Gadbois of Dracut, MA; Marguerite Gadbois of Keene, NH; and his four brothers, John Gadbois of Cheshire, MA; Peter Gadbois of Chelmsford, MA; Thomas Gadbois of Billerica, MA and Benjamin Gadbois of Julian, CA. Stephen was also the brother of the late Mark Gadbois. He is also survived by many beloved aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and many dear friends.
Stephen will remain forever in our hearts. Relatives and friends will be invited to a service when it is safe to do so. Per Stephen's request, memorial donations to the Chelmsford Congregation of Jehovah's witnesses can be made online at: donate.jw.org
Arrangements under the care of the Sweeney Memorial Funeral Home, Billerica. www.sweeneymemorialfh.com
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Aine & Chad
February 3, 2023
Dear Diane and Gadbois Family and Friends,
We are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers during this time again this year.
Love,
Áine & Chad, Westford
The Harmony Fri. Nite Jammers
February 3, 2023
You are thought of often my friend. Miss your surprise visits to the hall. Always in our hearts Steve.
Linda Cooper &Rob Gibson.
February 3, 2022
We miss you. Very much,we have your pictures up so they can be seen.
Stephanie Clark
February 22, 2021
Chippah Otte
February 21, 2021
To the gadbois family, i have to say it was a great pleasure to have stephen as a great friend, life is too short. But the memory's will never be forgotten. I will never forget all the fun times in the pool, and I can still here spephen say , hey chippah want to come over and watch Saturday night live. I love all Mr and Mrs gadbois and family , you will all be in my heart thoughts and prayers. Amen .
Carolyn Lary
February 10, 2021
He just came out of the blue one Fri. Nite to the Harmony Community Ctr. Guess he heard about us playing music. We gave him a guitar and maybe for the first time he was scared but he got up and sang a song. And then he started coming quite often. I could tell in his eyes he was happy when he came thru the doors. Everyone enjoyed him and his singing. I especially enjoyed when he would call me and say see ya in a few hours. I made a special relationship with this man and his wife. He will always have a special place in my heart. Will see you again my friend!❤
Rob Gibson
February 10, 2021
Steve was a great guy he,loved too have a good laugh and liked too play his guitar with his friends and nephew Joseph.He will be surely be missed by all who knew him, especially his wife Diane and his Aunt Linda was Steve’s Godmother and they loved to share a drink of bourbon from time to time. Steve did a lot of work around Linda’s house.
Debbie Luna
February 10, 2021
Cassie & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss!
My condolences to you all.
May he fly high with his Angel Wings & watch over you all
Michelle Ravagni
February 9, 2021
Although it's been awhile since we saw each other, we shared 25 years of laughs, family dinners and our first cruise together. You were a amazing mason with a natural creativity and vision with all your projects. You will be missed by many. ❤
Jeannie Gaudioso
February 9, 2021
To My Friend Diane and Family,
Like many, I knew Steve to be a kind and generous soul. I will treasure many memories, for one sitting around the campfire strumming his guitar and singing.
Very soon we will continue to create new and forever memories with Steve as life was meant to be.
Jeannie Gaudioso
Jean Gaudioso
February 9, 2021
To My Friend Diane and Family,
Like many, I knew Steve to be a kind and generous soul. I will treasure many memories, for one sitting around the campfire strumming his guitar and singing.
Very soon we will continue to create new and forever memories with Steve as life was meant to be.
Jeannie Gaudioso
Silvana Goss
February 9, 2021
I've never known you but I'm sure you were a great guy who had traveled a great journey. Knowing your mum who I love made you.
Smutzer
February 8, 2021
Dear Diane, Bryce, Gadbois Family and Friends,
We cannot express enough our deep sorrow at the loss of dear Steve. It was our honor to come to know Steve these least few years, and share some lobster on our deck, and in our humble home from time to time. What a treasure he is. Cannot wait for him to show us how to build a Gadbois-built stone wall, in the near future, when we are living as we were designed to live.
With love and prayers for you now and as time goes by,
Smutzer Family, Westford
Bruce and Linda Mcclellan
February 8, 2021
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.
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