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Arthur J. Gagne

June 27, 1950 ~ September 1, 2025

Born in: Sanford, Maine
Resided in: Lyman, Maine

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Lyman, ME – Arthur J. Gagne, 75, of Lyman, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on Monday, September 1, 2025.

He was born on June 27, 1950, in Sanford, one of eight children to Wilde and Julliette (Bedard) Gagne. He grew up in Sanford and attended St. Ignatius School.

At the age of 22, Arthur was drafted into the United States Army, proudly serving his country during the Vietnam Conflict. Upon returning home, he met Maxine Brunelle. After a time, the two married and together raised three children. This past year, Arthur and Maxine were blessed to celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary.

Arthur worked as an electrician but possessed a wide range of skills. He could build, repair, or fix just about anything, and was always willing to lend a hand. Known for his generosity and dedication, Arthur was the kind of neighbor and friend who showed up whenever someone needed help—whether plowing a driveway, repairing equipment, or building something from scratch.

He had a love of nature and enjoyed bird watching and observing wildlife. A science fiction fan, he especially liked Star Trek. Arthur’s creativity shone through in many ways, helping his children with school projects, designing landscaping with an artistic eye, and in recent years, spending countless hours on his beloved backhoe. Above all, he was a devoted family man, a true provider who especially cherished time spent with his grandchildren.

He was predeceased by his parents and by his granddaughter, Venna Serenity Cline.

Arthur leaves behind his loving wife, Maxine Gagne of Lyman; his children, Michael Gagne and his partner Ashley Godin of Sanford, Matthew Gagne and his wife Rebecca of North Berwick, and Tonya Cline of Quincy, MA; his siblings, Priscilla Velandry and her husband Bill of Alfred, Ida Cluff of Waterboro, Donald Gagne and his wife Ann of Sanford, Pauline Staples and her husband Wayne of Sanford, Edward Gagne and his wife Darlene of Amelia Island, FL, Conrad Gagne and his wife Janet of Acton, and David Gagne and his wife Lisa of Porter. He is also lovingly remembered by his grandchildren, Gage, Killian, Finnian Gagne, and Carissa Cline, as well as by many nieces and nephews.

A time of visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at Black, Heald & Walker Funeral Home, 580 Main Street, Springvale. A committal service with military honors will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Southern Maine Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 83 Stanley Road, Springvale.

 

 

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  1. My condolences to Arthur’s family. I have known Arthur and the Gagne family for years. I am saddened to hear of his passing. Arthur was generous enough to donate his blood for me when I was in the hospital 54 years ago. That act of generosity has never been forgotten. I always knew him to be a kind man.

    Sincerely,
    Jo-Anne Masure

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  2. To
    Arthur’s family, We are so sorry to hear of Arthur’s, passing. His obituary said it all. Bottom line ” A NICE GUY “. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family. With Love, Ricky & Rachel (Collette) Burbank

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  4. My deepest condolences to the Gagne family.
    I went to St. Ignatius Elementary School with Arthur and he was a great classmate. We had some fantastic times together.
    Arthur was full of life and could always make anyone laugh. He also was the type of person who would help anyone that needed him. R.I.P. Arthur.
    Sincerely,
    Dave Dutile

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  5. I grew up with Arthur on Mousam Street. He was a great kid. We had lots of fun playing ball in the school yard. We would all pile into Wilde’s pick up and go swimming in the summer. As an adult, whenever I saw Arthur he friendly, and we had a wonderful conversation.

    I’m sorry for your loss.

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  7. Though I did not know Arthur I can surely tell by the lovely story of his life that he was a kind man and enjoyed a life well lived.

    With sympathy,
    Karen Peavey

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  8. Art, that’s what i always called him. Sweetheart for sure! That Max…lucky lady and he was so fortunate to have her as well. How do I say…he was a Sharpie and I always had the utmost respect for him. A real stand up man, definitely will be sadly missed. Im truly happy I got to visit him couple weeks ago and it was great to see him. We honestly laughed about good Ole days! My sincere condolences to Maxine, Micheal, Matthew, And Tonya.

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  10. To the Gagne Family, so sorry for your loss of Arthur, He will be up there where his mom and dad and my grandmother Millie. As an angel, he will guide his family and friends . Sending condolences to his family and the Gagne family and friends. My grandmother and Mrs Gagne were longtime friends with her husband Wilde . They took us all in back of the truck to go swimming, you all were like family to us. Arthur was a great fun person , he will be missed. Love you all. Love Jeanie and Jeff Thibeault. (Millie’s granddaughter Jeanie)

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  11. Dear Maxine & family ,
    I have known Arthur and the Gagne family for 50 years or more . He helped me many years ago with my addition, I needed electrical wiring installed . Author came over and checked it out and did the work and refused to take any money for his work. He was a true blessing in my life at a time when I needed
    help , thank you .
    😇 R.I.P Arthur 💕

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  12. Dear Maxine & family ,
    I have known Arthur and the Gagne family for 50 years or more . He helped me many years ago with my addition, I needed electrical wiring installed . Author came over and checked it out and did the work and refused to take any money for his work. He was a true blessing in my life at a time when I needed
    help , thank you .
    😇 R.I.P Arthur 💕

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  13. My heart goes out to the family. Arthur will be missed. He was a man with a big heart. Your in God’s hands now. Rest in peace old friend. 💔

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  14. We will miss you Art. Our sympathy and prayers are with your family. Although our friendship was only over the last 15 years, I got to know you well. You were a remarkable man in everything you did. Talented, smart and a friend and helper to all. A devoted family man that cherished and nurtured your family. A life well lived but much too short. Rest in peace my friend. Bill and Jean Flahive

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  15. Deepest condolences to Arthur’s family and friends.
    Rest in Eternal peace. Arthur worked for the Sowerbys Mainstay Nursing home back in the day. Nice man.

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  16. Hugs and deepest sympathy to Arthur’s family at this time. We were the same age, Arthur and I, and we were in school together at St Ignatius. Tutu. All and any memories of him are from way back. He was a great kid. Funny. And I know that he grew up to be a great man. A treasure to all who knew him.
    If anyone has this picture of our class in the first grade at St Ignatius (taken in 1956-57), they will see Arthur right in the front. Such a cutie.
    Rest in peace now, Arthur.

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