Fernand Joseph ‘Bill’ Gagne
1925 – 2009
AUGUSTA — Fernand Joseph “Bill” Gagne, 84, of Sidney and formerly of Augusta, died Saturday, Sept. 12, at the V.A. Medical Center.
Bill was born in Lewiston, March 16, 1925, the son of Alfred and Marie Ann (Poulin) Gagne. He attended Cony High School, leaving to join the Army and fight in World War II. He was part of the first infantry division and received several decorations during the war, including the Bronze Star for meritorious service. When he returned, after the war, he worked at Vin Dunn Cement for a number of years and then at Coronco Corporation for more than 27 years until his retirement in 1980. He also drove a school bus for the city of Augusta for many years. He was an accomplished carpenter, mechanic, plumber, electrician and wood cutter.
He was married to Madaline (Maxim) Gagne for 62 years until her death in 2006. He was a member of American Legion Post 2 in Augusta. He enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
He is survived by two sons, Terry Gagne and his wife, Karen (Hatch) Gagne, of Sidney and Douglas W. Gagne and his wife, Diane, of Sidney; four grandchildren, Christopher, Matthew, Sam, and Nick Gagne along with several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by his wife; a sister, Theresa Gagne; and three brothers, Lionel, Thomas, and Albert “Pete” Gagne.
His family would like to thank the staff at the V.A. Hospital at Togus and the hospice staff for the loving care he received.