Jere Wayne Gauthier, 80 years, died May 2, 2020 at Gosnell Memorial Hospice House following a lengthy illness.
Jere was born April 28, 1940 in Biddeford, ME, a son of George and Bertha (Houle) Gauthier. He graduated from Kennebunk High School, Class of 1958. Jere proudly served his country aboard submarines in the U.S. Navy for 22 years, retiring in 1979. After retiring, he continued to serve his community by working in the Kennebunk school system. On July 15, 1961, Jere married Patricia Anne Taute, celebrating nearly 59 years together.
Jere enjoyed building and became quite an accomplished carpenter. He enjoyed reading, music and gardening. He enjoyed all sports and NASCAR. Most importantly, Jere loved his family, friends and pets.
Jere is dearly missed by his wife, Pat; his children, David Wayne Gauthier of Lyman, ME and Cheryl Anne Waters of Rockledge, FL; his brother, John Gauthier and his wife, June, of Augusta, ME; and his grandson, Tristan.
There will be a private graveside service for Jere at Hope Cemetery with military honors.