John Michael Gildard
September 25, 1958 ~ February 2, 2020
Resided in:
Cape Elizabeth, ME
Cape Elizabeth - John M. Gildard, 61, passed away on February 2, 2020, at is home.
John is survived by his wife, Janet Gildard; his three sons, Jason and his wife Erika, Patrick and Francis, his three grandchildren, Leira, River and Nyota; his sister, Michelle; a brother, Wendell and many nieces and nephews.
John worked at Alewive's Brook Farm where he traveled for farmer's markets and cultivated many business and friend relationships alike. John also played softball his whole adult life and remained a coach/player of an over fifty softball team. A major sports fan; John enjoyed traveling to games with his sons and had sports on the TV 24/7 at home.
We all noticed a real change in him when his grandchildren arrived. John and his grandson were best friends and did everything together, such as trips to the fairs for rides, seeing the animals, and checking out trucks. Whether it was a quick trip to the track to see the horses and place a bet, to digging holes in the back yard, John enjoyed River's company no matter their destination. In the most recent weeks, as long as his grandson got his bubble gum, then the day could continue. This was heart warming for all to see. The small things; that's what people remember.
Visiting Hours will be held at the Conroy-Tully Walker South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland on Friday, February 7, 2020 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. To view John's memorial page or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com
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Sending prayers and love to Janet and family. Steve and Alisa
– Alisa Fecteau
Thanks for all the over 50 softball championships you have brought us you were always there first and last to leave you gave me a shot to play with the team and it’s been a great ride I’m sure you will be playing in heaven. May the softball gods be with you always. Your third basemen Donny Brown
– Donny brown
Janet, I am so very sorry to hear of your husband’s passing. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Judy Aiken
– Judy Aiken
Dear janet and boys I am so very sorry about john death my heart goes out to all of you I will keep you all in my prays bless you all hugs to you all
– Dian joyce
Coach Gilly We will all miss you very much on the field as much as off the field. Thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Rest In Peace my friend. Randy Aspiras
– Randy Aspiras
You are now with the ANGELS Rest in Peace John
– Marlene
My wife and I are saddened to hear of John’s passing. I only have fond memories of spending my summer vacations in Maine. Always looking forward to hanging out, watching and playing sports together, staying up late watching ESPN. Although he was older than my brothers and myself he always treated us one of his crew. I remember some of those times like they were yesterday. My heart goes out to Janet, her children and their families. Love always Pat and Judy Fox
– Pat
John and I met ten years ago when I started the farmers market in Saco, he became a good friend and we shared many laughs. He had quite the following of customers who would only get their veggies from John. When his little grandson came along he would just melt when he would show pictures of him, he visited my farm a few times to show him the baby piglets, he would stay until he was ready to go which could be awhile lol! He also talked about the games him and his son would go to and looked forward to spending time with him and would share pictures of the game when he came back. The market won’t be the same without you my friend…
– Susan Polcaro Wyndswept Farm
So sorry for the loss. We liked Gilley and will miss him at the softball games. Christina Guthrie & Richard Egeland
– Christina Guthrie
John RIP my friend May your softball days in heaven be perfect. Your kindness and caring for others will always be how I will remember you Tom Nelson Softball Umpire
– Tom Nelson
Would like to send my deepest sympathy to John and his family. John was my coach, friend and a great human being who I loved being around. Like Donny Brown said, he gave me a shot to play with his team and I will always be greatful for that. I will miss terribly. May God Bless him and his family thru this difficult time.
– Frank McLaughlin
So Sorry to hear of John’s passing My condolences to the whole family I have fond memories of playing “off-The -wall Baseball ” as kids down at the Expo.
– George Holmes
Coach Thank you for all the years. It was a joy playing with you, against you and most of all for you! You gave me many great memories. To Coach’s family please know we are thinking of all of you. Tinker
– Tinker
So many great memories as a kid spending summers with you all. Between going to the amusement parks, the races, or hockey games you guys were all a kid could ever ask for. Didn’t matter what time of the year it was we always had a great time! Johnny had a huge heart and would do anything for anyone! Sending much Love and prayers to all you guys. Andrew, Jennifer, and the girls
– Andrew Fox