Arthur Joseph Gaudreau, Jr.
July 18, 1966 ~ December 27, 2017
Newmarket, NH - Arthur Joseph Gaudreau, Jr., 51, died on Wednesday, December 27, 2017, after a short illness in Boston, MA. Arthur was born on July 18, 1966, in Portland, ME, the son of Arthur Joseph and Patricia (Conroy) Gaudreau, Sr. He grew up in Woolwich and attended local schools, graduating Morse High School in Bath, Class of 1985.
Arthur recently remarried and was excited to start building a life together with his new wife in New Hampshire. Arthur was very involved with his sons' boy scout activities and in coaching their sports teams. He was very proud of his sons and made every effort to attend their activities. Arthur enjoyed learning new trades and working with his hands, and most recently worked as a machinist. He traveled extensively to help family and friends with all types of home improvements. He enjoyed working on cars and had great plans to restore antiques. At a young age Arthur was fascinated with all different types of trains. He enjoyed building and collecting model electric trains that he would set up on train tables.
Arthur is survived by his wife, Cathy Gaudreau of NH; parents, Arthur and Patricia Gaudreau, Sr.; three sons, AJ, Noah, and Benjamin Gaudreau all of South Portland; four step-sons, Daniel, Nicholas, Jeremy, and Jordan Espo all of NH; two sisters, Elizabeth Dunn and her husband Steven of Auburn, Athena Mann and her husband David of Bowdoinham; a brother, Matthew Gaudreau and his wife Michelle of NC.
Visiting Hours celebrating Arthur's life will be held from 2-4PM on Saturday, January 6, 2017, at the Conroy-Tully Walker South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. A funeral service will follow at 4PM in the chapel.
Memorial donations in Arthur's memory may be made to the Maine Cancer Foundation, 170 US Route 1, Suite 250, Falmouth, Me 04105, or on line at www.mainecancer.org.
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I was so sorry to hear this. I went to school with Author and his sister, Elizabeth and have many great memories of him as a kid. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
– Penny Harmon
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. May the memories they all have bring them comfort and allow the healing process to begin. I have many fond memories of you, my cousin, and I will forever hold them close to my heart . I will treasure the time you spent with Rob and I a few years ago here in VA. You will be forever young, loved and truly missed!!
– Diane & Rob Barbaris
A real sweet guy, spent ever homeroom with him all through school. Sorry to hear of his passing, my condolences to his family.
– Penny Durga
Was a Great childhood friend. Thoughts and Prayers from my family to your.
– Dean Delong
Arthur and I grew up together as young kids we were always playing up in the woods by our Nana’s house building forts or down by the Kennebeck river playing or attempting to fish. We were like little explorers always having an adventure or two. Our imaginations took us every where. We looked forward to seeing each other any time our families got together. As grown ups we managed to stay in contact especially these last few years when I finally got a cell phone and on the internet. We still talked about cars, music and old times. I had hoped to have more good times with him when I return to New England but I guess God had other plans for these two cousins. You fought a good fight for the time you had. I love you dearly and will keep you tucked away safely in my heart until we meet again cuz.
– Lori Gaudreau
We are heartbroken to hear of Arthur’s passing. Please know you will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May the memories you share bring you comfort and peace.
Unfortunately, we have a funeral in Georgetown the same day for a close friends mother., but we will have all of you in our hearts.
– Mark and Joanne Gilbert
Very sorry to hear of this loss. I knew Arthur’s family while I was in High School and Arthur and all his family were very nice folks.
– Joseph Southam
I will add this tribute, Arthur Jr. Thank You For Your Service. U.S. Army 1985 – 1989. God Bless You and May Perpetual Light Shine Upon You. Uncle Ed and Aunt Jean express our condolences to the family.
– Edward L. Gaudreau III
So sorry to hear about arthur.our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family, Carol Brewer, Chris and Shawn Mcguire
– Carol Brewer
So very sad. He and his family are in my prayers.
– Kelly Lord