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Gerard Gagnon Obituary
He was born in Nashua on May 15, 1946 to Lucien and Beatrice (Bousquet) Gagnon. He grew up in Nashua and later lived in Amherst for 20 years before moving to Manchester 12 years ago.
During the Vietnam War he served in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS McKean.
Gerry worked at Digital Equipment Corporation in Massachusetts and later was co-owner of Connective Technologies in Brattleboro, VT. In retirement he worked at Souhegan Woods Country Club in Amherst.
He enjoyed golfing, fishing and time spent with his family.
The family includes his wife of 33 years, Margaret M. (Sullivan) Gagnon of Manchester; two sons, Alan Gagnon and his wife, Michelle, of Los Angeles, CA and Kevin Gagnon and his wife, April, of Atlanta, GA; two step-children, Victoria Kirby and her husband, Matthew, of Manchester and Richard Gagnon of Somerville, MA; seven grandchildren, Kylie, Averie, William, Matthew, Maya, Grace and Isabel; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was predeceased by a brother, Maurice Gagnon.
SERVICES: Calling hours are Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. at Lambert Funeral Home & Crematory, 1799 Elm St., corner of North Street, Manchester. A graveside committal service is Friday at 11 a.m. at St. Louis de Gonzague Cemetery, 752 West Hollis St., Nashua.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Gerry's name to Make-A-Wish NH, 814 Elm St., Manchester, NH 03101.
To leave a message of condolence, visit www.lambertfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
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avery poe
November 13, 2020
I sure do miss our visits with Jerry when he would stop in Atlanta to visit family when going on his annual golf trip with his buddies. A great American patriot.
avery poe
November 13, 2018
Great American Hero-proud to have known him.
Marion Lemire
November 17, 2017
Heartfelt love and prayers to all of the Gagnon family especially to Margaret his lovely wife and to his two children Allen and Kevin. He was such a kind and loving person and I have such great memories of Gerry going back to 1964 I will always treasure. My sincere sympathy to his entire family for such a sudden and tragic loss.
Marion Lemire
November 17, 2017
Great guy who I have known since 1964 when I first me him at Canobie Lake Park. Was always in our group of friends back then and remembering all tghe great times we all had together. RIP
avery poe
November 16, 2017
Southern thoughts and prayers for the entire Gagnon family from the Poe's in Atlanta, Georgia. I am going to miss discussing golf, history and life with Jerry on his two trips through Atlanta each year. Thank you for your service and may you rest in peace,
Avery and Cynthia Poe
November 16, 2017
Margaret, I am so so terribly sorry for your loss. Sending my regards and heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. I have no words.
Renee Hahn
Jim Sunderland
November 16, 2017
To the Gagnon Family,
I am greatly sorry for your loss. Gerry will be missed during our yearly Memorial Day Weekend golf trip. We all know how much he loved to play golf. He made all the arrangements for the trip and hopefully we will keep up the tradition in his honor and memory. Bless you all.
Laurie Billings
November 16, 2017
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all! Laurie
Michelle Rago
November 16, 2017
Margaret,
I am so sorry for your loss. Be sure to know that you and your family have been in my thoughts.
Lisa Hunter
November 16, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Ruth Stalker
November 16, 2017
Dear Margaret & Family,
I'm so sorry to hear of Gerry's death. You are all in my prayers. I'm so glad we were able to spend some time with you two at John & Laurie's.
Love & hugs, Ruthie (Eccles) Stalker
Kris Fenchel
November 16, 2017
So sorry for your loss Margaret. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
gary barrett
November 16, 2017
Will miss you, gerat times together in our youth, our weekend in PR when you worked for DEC and Friday golf in our retirement years. My condolences to your family.
Sue Goulet
November 15, 2017
Margaret, there are no words only feelings of deep sympathy as you start this new journey... we will miss Gerry with his big smile. And hopefully he will see Norm waiting on the tee box for him..... please know you can reach out to your friends and family as you start your new life. Believe me I'm going through it and am always here so if ya need a shoulder I'm only a phone call away... love to you and family . Sue Dube Goulet
Joanne Gagnon
November 15, 2017
My heartfelt sympathies to the entire family. I will always be grateful for all of the support Gerry & Margaret gave to our family during our time of need. Love Joanne
Anna Morrissette
November 15, 2017
Margaret my heart breaks for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Praying for you to find strength and love from your family and friends during this difficult time.
Richard & Sandra Gagnon
November 15, 2017
Our condolences to the Gagnon family. So sorry for your loss.
Lorraine & Norm St. PIerre
November 15, 2017
Norm and I loved getting to know Gerry last summer at the lake house. He was a wonderful man. He will be missed. Thoughts and prayers go out to his family members.
Cyndi Moquin
November 15, 2017
My heart goes out to you Margaret and your family.
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