Gerald R. Gaouette, 98, died Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at the Copley at Stoughton Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Stoughton. He was the husband of 74 years of the late Emma R. (Shaffer) Gaouette. Born in Woonsocket, RI, he was raised and educated in Woonsocket. He worked as a supervisor for Cumberland Worsted Woolen Mills for many years. He retired many years ago. He was a resident of California for several years before moving to Stoughton over 5 years ago. In his free time, he developed and created board games.
Mr. Gaouette was the father of Muriel Conti of Stoughton, Claire Audette and Gerald R. Gaouette both of AZ, Janet Hill of NV and Robert Gaouette of CA. He was the brother of Walter Gaouette and Rita Troublefield both of AZ and Rene Gaouette of RI. He is also survived by several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Funeral Services will be held at a date and time to be announced. Donations in his memory may be made to the American Red Cross, 139 Main St, Cambridge, MA 02142.