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1962
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2018
Eugene Pelland Obituary
Pre-Deceased by his parents, Eugene and Theresa Pelland.
Will be missed by Raymond and Nancy Ouellette, his mother and father in law.
The following are his words - "I lived a really happy life. I traveled the world and had a great job, and many friends. I met my Michelle and I loved my little Henry, just not long enough. I have a great brother and sister and family. What I want is a celebration, not doom and gloom, because this is how I liked to live my life. I like to celebrate everything with friends and family and be happy."
In his spirit, we ask that you celebrate your life, cherish your loved ones and count your blessings.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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for Eugene Pelland
Michael J Geraghty
August 6, 2023
Miss you Captain!
RIP
Linda LaBelle Galipeau
April 26, 2023
Just realized Gene has passed! A wonderful kind man!
Michael J Geraghty
August 2, 2022
Great mentor friend and Captain
Miss you
August 2, 2019
"Geno" captained ENCHANTA for me ten seasons go. I had never met nor do I expect to encounter anyone with more courage. Why waste words? This is what loss feels like. Domenic Cocchia,
Norwalk, Connecticut
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Matt Lanctot
April 21, 2019
It's what it is.
When he and I worked together, Gene said this whenever he encountered an unexpected and significant challenge. He would never complain; he would collect himself, imagine a solution, and carry on.
Missing you today Gene and trying to take the lesson.
Jac & Laurie Citera
April 19, 2019
I had no idea. He was a wonderful friend to Laurie and I. My sympathies and condolences to his family and friends.
Holly Robbins
October 2, 2018
Gene was an inspiration. He believed, "Life is not a dress rehearsal." He was much loved and respected. He will stay in so many hearts. Holly Robbins
Dan Provost
September 26, 2018
Grew up with Gene...So Sorry for his loss.
Beverly Lepine
September 6, 2018
Much love to his family and support for Michelle and Henry with many prayers of comfort.
Love the Lepine Family
Anne O'Shields
August 15, 2018
To Helen and all of Gene's family and friends we are so sorry for your loss. Although I have not seen Gene since he was a young boy I love his attitude in the words published here. Our deepest sympathy, Anne and Larry O'Shields
Kathleen BOULAY
August 15, 2018
To Helen and entire family ~ Our deepest condolences to all on behalf of myself and our BHS Class of 1969.
Patrick Arguin
August 13, 2018
Mary's Meadow and I send our sympathies to your family.
Suzanne Haux Rick Stevens
August 12, 2018
Gene's grace and infinite love remains in the hearts of all those people lucky enough to know him! Deepest sympathy to his family, particularly Michelle and Henry! We are swirling our love all around you!
Herve Pelland
August 12, 2018
So sorry to see Gene's life cut so short at such a young age. When I visited his parents uncle Gene and Terry they always spoke to me about Gene's adventure stories which I enjoyed. May your winds be fair and your sea's calm.
Blaine Wise
August 11, 2018
Michelle, praying for Peace. Remembering Gene fondly. He is an awesome guy who will be greatly missed by his yachting buddies. Always giving! Living life to the fullest! Gene your sea will now always be calm and your winds will be fair. Until we meet again on our own private yacht on the big seas! Blaine and Diana Wise
Paul Giroux
August 10, 2018
Geno. I miss you buddy! Words are hard here. You just meant so much, to so many people. I'm so grateful for the miles we sailed together, the times we had. Stories will be told and they will live on! Michelle and Henry, my deepest condolences. I wish I had the chance to meet you. Henry, your Dad is one of a kind. Hardest working, always helpful to everyone. Fair winds forever, my friend...
Dori Undershute
August 10, 2018
He was so friendly and open when I met him. He made me feel like we'd been friends for years, only after a few hours.
What a loss. Sad day.
Mike and Theresa Perreault
August 10, 2018
So many lives were made better from just knowing Gene Pelland. We love you, Geno.
Our sincerest condolences to Michelle and Henry.
Loretta DePinto
August 10, 2018
Love and prayers always.
Christian Haerter
August 10, 2018
My heartfelt condolences to Michelle, Henry, and all of Gene's family and friends on their loss. I met Gene many years ago in Sag Harbor and would always enjoy being around him. He was one of the most positive, upbeat, resourceful, intelligent people that I have ever met. When my son was killed in Iraq he was one of the first people to offer me sympathy and words of hope and for that he will always be in my heart. He was an asset to the community and a rock to his family and will be sorely missed. Rest in Peace my friend....fair winds and following seas.
Heather Casey
August 10, 2018
Gene will always be a great spirit and inspiration. Celebrate and live life to its fullest! I'm so grateful to Gene for helping me remember that. But whether he likes it or not, I'm still sad he's gone.
Matthew Lanctot
August 10, 2018
Gene was a blessing to all. He showed us how to celebrate our lives despite any challenges we might encounter, or storm that might pass our way. He will always be remembered and sorely missed.
Bill Bleyer
August 10, 2018
A very nice and knowledgeable gentleman. I profiled him for Newsday and Professional Mariner magazine.
Matthew Lanctot
August 10, 2018
Matthew Lanctot
August 10, 2018
Matthew Lanctot
August 10, 2018
Muriel Locklin
August 9, 2018
So sorry to see Gene's life cut short at such a young age. I was friends with his parents and I believe he was in school with my kids. I will celebrate his life, as he wishes. Love and kisses.
Muriel Locklin
Stephen Morin
August 9, 2018
A life well lived. Rest In Peace
Randy Cole
August 9, 2018
I met Gene in 2000 in the waterfront wilderness of Bellhaven, NC while each of us were on northbound yacht deliveries. He was into his 2nd year as captain aboard Red Head, a 65' tramp steamer owned then by his now long time employer Billy Joel. On that first encounter and ever since we have traded sea stories as our paths crossed over the years in ports from Nantucket to Miami. Gene was a very talented individual whose expertise & accomplishments far surpassed the title of Boat Captain. He will be missed greatly.
Ron Richards
August 9, 2018
Wish we could have spent time together.But life is like those spaghetti lines on a hurricane plotting course.You lived more in 55 yrs than some 100yr olds.Cousin Ron.
Jeanne Rocheleau
August 9, 2018
My condolences to the family and friends of this amazing young man. I can remember hearing about his adventurous stories through the years ... what a rich and fulfilling life he led! I was also deeply touched by his positive outlook on life. He definitely touched the lives of many. May he Rest In Peace.
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