### Narrative Summary of the Obituary Frank “Frenchie” Joseph Gauthier Jr. passed away on 8 Jan 2008 at the age of 78. He was a devoted member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church and is survived by his wife Ellen and their children. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services The family received friends on 11 Jan 2008. A funeral liturgy was conducted that evening. Burial took place on 13 Jan 2008 at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suffolk, Virginia. ### Transcript of the Edited Obituary **Frank Joseph (Frenchie) Gauthier** **Birth:** 28 October 1929 **Death:** 8 January 2008 ------------------------------------- **Frank J. Gauthier Jr.** Smithfield - Frank “Frenchie” Joseph Gauthier Jr., 78, passed away Tuesday, 8 January 2008, at Nansemond Pointe Rehabilitation Center. Mr. Gauthier was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church and the church men’s club. He was also a member of American Legion Post #49, Zuni Ruritan, and Isle of Wight Hunt Club. Mr. Gauthier was preceded in death by his brothers Roger Gauthier, Oscar Gauthier, Edward Gauthier, and Archie Gauthier, and sister Irene Kilts. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife of 58 years, Ellen O. Gauthier; daughters Marian E. Gauthier, Kathleen T. Gauthier, and Teresa M. Gauthier; son Stephen J. Gauthier; grandchildren Nathan Gauthier and Morgan and Joseph Underwood. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m., 11 January, in Colonial Funeral Home. A Funeral Liturgy will be conducted beginning at 7 p.m. with Joanne Gordon, Pastoral Coordinator, officiating. Burial will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, 13 January, at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suffolk. Memorial contributions can be made to Good Shepherd Catholic Church Building Fund, P.O. Box [unknown], Smithfield, VA 23431. Arrangements are in the care of Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield. **Newport News, Virginia** **Daily Press** 10 January 2008 Page B5 Obituary for Frank Joseph Gauthier Jr. ------------------------------------- [Birth: 28 October 1929 - Brattleboro, Windham, Vermont, USA] [Death: 8 January 2008 - Windsor, Isle of Wight County, Virginia, USA] [The decedent is Frank “Frenchie” Joseph Gauthier Jr.] [He died on 8 January 2008.] [The publication date is 10 January 2008.] ### Vital Statistics Summary | **Name** | Frank “Frenchie” Joseph Gauthier Jr. | |------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | **Age** | 78 years | | **Birth** | 28 October 1929; Brattleboro, Windham, Vermont, USA | | **Death** | 8 January 2008; Windsor, Isle of Wight County, Virginia, USA | ### Table of Relationships | **Name** | **Relationship** | **Place of Residence** | |------------------------------------|--------------------------|------------------------| | Frank “Frenchie” Joseph Gauthier Jr. | Decedent | Smithfield, Virginia | | Ellen O. Gauthier | Spouse | Smithfield, Virginia | | Marian E. Gauthier | Daughter | Unknown | | Kathleen T. Gauthier | Daughter | Unknown | | Teresa M. Gauthier | Daughter | Unknown | | Stephen J. Gauthier | Son | Unknown | | Nathan Gauthier | Grandchild | Unknown | | Morgan Underwood | Grandchild | Unknown | | Joseph Underwood | Grandchild | Unknown | | Roger Gauthier | Brother (predeceased) | Unknown | | Oscar Gauthier | Brother (predeceased) | Unknown | | Edward Gauthier | Brother (predeceased) | Unknown | | Archie Gauthier | Brother (predeceased) | Unknown | | Irene Kilts | Sister (predeceased) | Unknown | ### Publication Details | **Detail** | **Information** | |-----------------------------|------------------------| | **Publication Date** | 10 January 2008 | | **Published In** | Daily Press | | **Location** | Newport News, Virginia | ### Other Relevant Information - Frank “Frenchie” Joseph Gauthier Jr. was known for his involvement in community organizations such as American Legion Post #49 and Isle of Wight Hunt Club. - He is remembered for his dedication to family and faith. - He had a long marriage of 58 years with Ellen O. Gauthier. - The family requested memorial contributions to Good Shepherd Catholic Church Building Fund. ### Narrative Summary of the Obituary Frank Joseph (Frenchie) Gauthier Jr. passed away on 8 Jan 2008 at the age of 78. He was a devoted husband to Ellen and a loving father to Marian, Kathleen, Teresa, and Stephen. He is remembered by his grandchildren and siblings. ### Narrative Summary of Funeral Services The family received friends on 11 Jan 2008. A Funeral Liturgy was held that evening. Burial took place on 13 Jan 2008 at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suffolk, Virginia. ### Transcript of the Edited Obituary **Frank Joseph (Frenchie) Gauthier** **Birth:** 28 October 1929 **Death:** 8 January 2008 ------------------------------------- **SMITHFIELD** - Frank “Frenchie” Joseph Gauthier Jr., 78, passed away Tuesday, 8 January 2008, at Nansemond Pointe Rehabilitation Center. Mr. Gauthier was a member of Good Shepherd Catholic Church and the church men’s club. He was also a member of American Legion Post #49, Zuni Ruritan, and Isle of Wight Hunt Club. Mr. Gauthier was preceded in death by his brothers, Roger Gauthier, Oscar Gauthier, Edward Gauthier, and Archie Gauthier, and sister, Irene Kilts. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife of 58 years, Ellen O. Gauthier; daughters, Marian E. Gauthier, Kathleen T. Gauthier, and Teresa M. Gauthier; son, Stephen J. Gauthier; grandchildren Nathan Gauthier and Morgan and Joseph Underwood. The family will receive friends from 6 to 7 p.m. on 11 January at Colonial Funeral Home. A Funeral Liturgy will be conducted beginning at 7 p.m. with Joanne Gordon, Pastoral Coordinator, officiating. Burial will be held at 2 p.m. on Sunday, 13 January at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Suffolk. Memorial contributions can be made to Good Shepherd Catholic Church Building Fund, P.O. Box [unknown], Smithfield, VA 23431. Arrangements are in the care of Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield. **Newport News, Virginia** Daily Press 10 January 2008 Page B5 Obituary for Frank Joseph Gauthier Jr. ------------------------------------- **[Birth:** 28 October 1929 - Brattleboro, Windham County, Vermont, USA] **[Death:** 8 January 2008 - Windsor, Isle of Wight County, Virginia, USA]** ### Vital Statistics Summary | **Vital Statistics Summary** | |--------------------------------|--------------------------------------------------------------| | Name: | Frank Joseph (Frenchie) Gauthier Jr. | | Age: | 79 years | | Birth: | 28 October 1929; Brattleboro, Windham County, Vermont, USA | | Death: | 8 January 2008; Windsor, Isle of Wight County, Virginia, USA | ### Table of Relationships | **Name** | **Relationship** | **Place of Residence** | |--------------------------------------|---------------------------|------------------------| | Frank Joseph (Frenchie) Gauthier Jr. | Decedent | Smithfield, Virginia | | Ellen O. Gauthier | Wife | Smithfield, Virginia | | Marian E. Gauthier | Daughter | Smithfield, Virginia | | Kathleen T. Gauthier | Daughter | Smithfield, Virginia | | Teresa M. Gauthier | Daughter | Smithfield, Virginia | | Stephen J. Gauthier | Son | Smithfield, Virginia | | Nathan Gauthier | Grandchild | Smithfield, Virginia | | Morgan Underwood | Grandchild | Smithfield, Virginia | | Joseph Underwood | Grandchild | Smithfield, Virginia | | Roger Gauthier | Brother (Predeceased) | | Oscar Gauthier | Brother (Predeceased) | | Edward Gauthier | Brother (Predeceased) | | Archie Gauthier | Brother (Predeceased) | | Irene Kilts | Sister (Predeceased) | ### Publication Details | **Publication Details** | |--------------------------------|-----------------| | Publication Date: | 10 January 2008 | | Newspaper: | Daily Press | | Page: | B5 | ### Other Relevant Information Frank Joseph (Frenchie) Gauthier Jr., known for his community involvement and dedication to family values, is remembered fondly by those who knew him as a caring husband and father who left a lasting impact on his family and friends.