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Gerard Fortier Obituary
He was born in Lewiston, Maine, Nov. 29, 1926, a son of the late Pierre and Antoinette Gagnon Fortier and was a U.S. Army Veteran of World War II, he had also served in the Merchant Marines. He had been employed by American Cyanamid until his retirement and had owned numerous businesses. He was a parishioner of Most Holy Trinity Church. Mr. Fortier volunteered at the Wallingford Senior Center and loved sharing the company of others. He was an avid nature and animal lover who adored children.
He is survived by his brother and sister-in-law, Lionel and Jeannette Fortier, of Wallingford; his sister-in-law, Lorraine Fortier, of New Hampshire; his local nieces and nephews who were like his own children, Collette and Donald Edwards, of Glastonbury, Michael and Holly Fortier, and Sue and Pat Schirra, all of Wallingford; his grand-nieces and nephews, Nicolette and Ryan Schirra, Michael Fortier Jr., and Madeleine Fortier; and many special nieces and nephews from Maine and New Hampshire. He was predeceased by his brothers, Robert Fortier and his wife, Ann; Roland Fortier, and his baby brother, Bertrand.
His family would like to thank the staff of Masonicare Health Center for the compassionate care that they provided.
His family will receive relatives and friends in The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 N. Main St. Ext., Wallingford, on Thursday, July 5, from 4 until 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Friday, July, 6, directly at Most Holy Trinity Church where a Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Interment with military honors will be held on the following Friday, July 13, at 1 p.m. in St. Peter's Cemetery in Lewiston, ME. In lieu of flowers, gifts in his memory may be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis TN, 38105.
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Jay Burness
July 9, 2012
My deepest sympathy to Lionel and the rest of the Fortier family. I had the pleasure of working with Gerry for a little while before he retired. He was a good friend and teacher. God bless you all.
Jane Finnigan
July 6, 2012
Fortier Family,
Jerry was more to our familythan anyone could know to us he was more like an uncle. He was a good friend and business partner to my dad and mom. WE had a lot of fun with him over the years.He will be missed by us, but we will always have the memories. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.Take care
Fred Jane Molly and Ryan Finnigan(kossar)
July 6, 2012
MON ONCLE JERRY,
Although you were very much like a Martha with all the many long hours and hard work during your life, you were also like a Mary because you knew exactly where to find the lord, and that was at mass, as you showed by daily attendance. We love you!
Bldg.6 control room
July 5, 2012
Our deepest sympathy to the Fortier family.. Gerry was very well liked and very respected.. We are sorry..
janice ouellette
July 5, 2012
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Carol Ann Keough, IFS
July 5, 2012
Mike, Holly, & Family,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the death of your Uncle Gerry. I've heard such wonderful stories about him and the times you've spent together. May all those fond memories give you comfort during the difficult days ahead. Gerry and the whole Fortier family are in my prayers.
July 5, 2012
My sympathy is with the Fortier family. Jerry was one of the greatest men I have had the pleasure of knowing. He was so kind to me and my mom. Always stopping by to say hello. He loved to come over to watch the UCONN women when we were in Fla. and I can't think of a better and more dedicated fan to our Custom Photo softball team. We love you Jerry and will miss you!
Love, Carol and Liz Deming
Holly Short-Lafond
July 5, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Fortier Family. I remember Gerard growing up on Mohawk Drive. He was always visiting his family.
Linda
July 4, 2012
Uncle Jerry will be greatly missed. Love always.
July 4, 2012
I worked with Jerry,he was A great guy, may he rest in peace.Marion Lovely
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