Ernest Wayne Gagnon

1954 - 2025

Janesville, WI - Ernest Wayne Gagnon, age 70, of Janesville, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at home on November 5, 2025, after an extremely brave battle with cancer. He was born on December 30, 1954, in Cincinnati, Ohio, son of Herbert and Bonnie (Harper) Gagnon. On November 13, 1982, Ernest married the love of his life, "Toots," Jeannette (Wirkus) Seichter, with whom he shared over four decades of love and devotion.

Ernest was a proud U.S. Air Force veteran and spent much of his career as a long-haul truck driver, delivering freight across the country. He retired from W&A Distribution of Fort Atkinson. Ernest cherished his time at the family campground spot in northern Wisconsin, where he found peace and joy among loved ones. Ernest will be fondly remembered as the world's greatest history buff, whose passion for the past inspired everyone who knew him.

Ernest is survived by his wife, Jeannette Gagnon; 4 children, Brandon Gagnon, Chad (Cindi) Seichter, Christopher (Jodi) Seichter, Ashley (Kevin) Witte; 7 grandchildren, Gavin, Alexa, Kolton, Dan, Maddie, Noah, Ian; 4 great-children, Brooks, Bodhi, Brynlee and Declan; 2 sisters, Linda and Barb; 4 brothers James, Clayton, David and Tad. He is preceded in death by both parents and grandson, Jaiden.

In keeping with his wishes, a private graveside service will be held for immediate family. The Gagnon family is being assisted by Henke-Clarson Funeral Home & Crematory. Online condolences are welcome and may be sent to www.henkeclarson.com.