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Thomas A. Gagne, 68 June 13, 1956 - September 3, 2024

Date of Funeral

September 7, 2024

SALISBURY, MA – Thomas A. Gagne, 68, of Salisbury, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Tuesday, September 3rd at the High Pointe Hospice House in Haverhill.

Thomas was born in Haverhill on June 13, 1956, the son of John and Elizabeth “Betty” (Garvey) Gagne. He was a graduate and President of his class at Haverhill High School, Class of 1974 and then went on to attend UNH and Merrimack College. He was a longtime Haverhill resident and business owner of Tek Coating. Tom’s happiest days were those spent with his devoted wife of 47 years, embarking on countless adventures with their boys and families along with lifelong friends by their side. His eight grandchildren who lovingly referred to him as “Grank” were a constant source of immense joy. Tom always enjoyed having a good time, and whenever there was an opportunity to tell, or retell, a good tale he was the first to volunteer. Throughout his life, Tom made a significant impact, whether through his business endeavors, being a friend to all or his recent role these past 6 and a half years as an advocate for early cancer detection, reminding people to get their butts checked! Tom faced cancer with bravery and grace. His legacy is marked by his trailblazing spirit and his unwavering commitment to saving lives through sharing his own story – you will always find him “where the music meets the ocean.”

Thomas is survived by his loving wife Debra (Lavalley) Gagne of Salisbury, sons Joshua and his wife Allison (Pistone) Gagne of Haverhill, Adam and his wife Katelyn (Rice) Gagne of Westford, and Philip and his wife Amanda (Montalto) Gagne of Bradford. He also leaves behind his sister Lisa Gagne-Martin and her husband Paul of Exeter, NH; and grandchildren Troy, Brooke, Morgan, Max, Grant, Quinn, Tyler and Lorelai. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sisters Cynthia (Gagne) Bellows and Alexis Gagne-Wall, and best friend and father figure Eugene (Papa Gino) Bussiere.

ARRANGEMENTS: Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, September 7 at 12PM at Sacred Hearts Parish, 165 S Main Street, Haverhill. Burial is private. Memorial donations may be made in his name to the Charlie Penta Scholarship Fund; make checks payable to the Charlie Penta Scholarship Fund, and mail c/o Sean Gleason, 33 Cedarcrest Lane, Bradford, MA 01835 or VENMO @CharliePenta45. Arrangements are under the care of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. Please visit www.comeaufuneral.com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.

 

ARRANGEMENTS: Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend a Mass of Christian Burial on Saturday, September 7 at 12PM at Sacred Hearts Parish, 165 S Main Street, Haverhill. Burial is private. Memorial donations may be made in his name to the Charlie Penta Scholarship Fund; make checks payable to the Charlie Penta Scholarship Fund, and mail c/o Sean Gleason, 33 Cedarcrest Lane, Bradford, MA 01835 or VENMO @CharliePenta45. Arrangements are under the care of the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. Please visit www.comeaufuneral.com or Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook.

 

Condolences(12)

  1. Frank and Irene Iuele says
    September 4, 2024 at 8:59 pm

    We are sad for the loss of our dear friend, Tom was always an upbeat happy person.
    We will miss him..
    Our deepest sympathy and love to Debbie and all the Gagne family.

  2. Milton Taylor says
    September 5, 2024 at 9:59 am

    My sincerest condolences to the Gagne Family.

    Tom is quite the guy, always there for anyone and everyone. A pleasure to know and to talk to. He made his recent health problem into a campaign to make the rest of us aware to help ourselves.
    He will be sadly missed by all and always remembered, one of a kind. May he RIP.

  3. Keith Nelson says
    September 5, 2024 at 10:08 am

    My Sincere Condolences go to the entire Gagne Family in the recent loss of Tom.

  4. Anonymous says
    September 5, 2024 at 11:08 am

    I am so sorry for the loss of Tom. This has been a hard year losing family and friends. Sending my love to all of Tom’s family. Love Cathie Lee

  5. Bigrilez says
    September 5, 2024 at 11:49 am

    Feeling your pain , we’ll miss that smile , rest in peace my friend !

  6. Paul White says
    September 5, 2024 at 1:01 pm

    A good man! May he rest in peace.

  7. Wanda Quatrale says
    September 5, 2024 at 3:10 pm

    To Tom’s family,
    I am deeply sorry for your loss. I will forever remember his vibrant spirit. May he rest in peace.
    Sincerely,
    Wanda Quatrale

  8. Anonymous says
    September 6, 2024 at 3:32 am

    Boat on, my friend. ……..in peaceful waters ’till we meet again. JP

  9. Joe Bevilacqua says
    September 6, 2024 at 1:26 pm

    Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of a great person. Tom will be missed by all who had the good fortune of knowing him and his infectious smile. My thoughts are with his lovely family.

  10. Sandra Wright-Paragona says
    September 6, 2024 at 7:01 pm

    I am so sorry to hear about Tom’s passing.
    Tom was such a nice person and he will be missed by many.
    My condolences to Debbie and your beautiful family.
    Rest in peace Tom.

  11. Phil and Linda Clough says
    September 6, 2024 at 7:54 pm

    Deb,
    Our sincerest sympathy to you and your family. Always enjoyed being with you and Tom at Adams football games at Bentley. Our thoughts and prayers to you all.

  12. Linda C. Gauvin says
    September 6, 2024 at 9:40 pm

    Dear Debbie and Boys,
    Please except my sincere and heartfelt sympathies for your tremendous loss. I know you have many happy memories of a wonderful family man. I remember beautiful stories Gene used to tell me about his relationship with Tom. Sending love and prayers to all as you at this most difficult time.
    Linda Gauvin

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