1949-2026
The passing of Malcolm “Mackie” Eugene Gaudett, beloved husband of Margaret P. “Peggy” (Malone) Gaudett of Pennfield NB occurred at the Saint John Regional Hospital, Saint John NB on May 28, 2026 with his family at his side. Born at Blacks Harbour NB on September 12, 1949, he was a son of the late Hanford and Olive (Cooke) Gaudett.
A beloved husband, father, grandfather and brother, he is survived by his loving wife, Peggy of Pennfield NB; his daughter, Heather of Pennfield NB; his grandchildren: Aurora Gaudett (Braylin Tiner) and Able McFarlane; his sisters: Alberta Wilkinson of Blacks Harbour NB, Rose Nickerson (Doug Floyd) of Saint John NB and Cindy Henderson (Dave) of Fredericton NB; his uncles: Fowler Gaudett of Saint John NB and Joe (Anne) Cooke of Beaver Barbour NB; his aunt, Juanita Cheney of Saint John NB; sisters-in-law: Joan Dwyer of Saint John NB, Norma Malone of Quispamsis NB and Debbie (Jim) Robichaud of Saint John NB; brother-in-law, Gary (Donna) Malone of LeHave NS, God daughter, Tara Malone as well as several nieces, nephews and cousins.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother, David; sister, Ruth Justason and her husband George “Chuck”; brothers-in-law: Gary Henderson, Bill Wilkinson and Donald Dwyer; and sister-in- law, Lorraine Gaudett; grand-niece, Stephanie Dwyer; and grand-nephew, Rodney Robertson.
Mackie grew up a Blacks Harbour boy having attended school in Blacks Harbour and graduating from E.C.R.S in neighboring St. George NB. He then went on to graduate from community college in Saint John in the Machining and Diemaster trade and went to work for Connors Brothers in Blacks Harbour. Mackie worked for Connors Brothers for nearly 50 years as well as Simms Brush and Broom in Saint John and P.R.W. in St. George.
Mackie was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing and everything outdoors, if not in the woods trapping with his brother David, driving with Peggy, Heather and the kids through the back country or watching his favorite outdoor programs. He also had a love for country music and watching his Leafs and Blue Jays. In his earlier years Mackie loved camping. Mackie will also be remembered as a family man who took pride in his family especially his beloved grandchildren and beloved pets. He loved attending family gatherings and parties and will be remembered for his dry sense of humor and his love for tormenting. Mackie will be missed by his family, friends and all who worked and knew him.
The family would like to express their gratitude and thanks to the Extra Mural nurses for their kind and tender care shown to Mackie and the family throughout his illness. To neighbors, Vernon Spear and Jimmy Wilcox, as well as Leo Palk and Gordie Gaudett, for their expressions of kindness as well as all who helped in any way. It was very much appreciated by the family. We would also like to thank Dr. Emily Love, Dr. Amy Groom and Dr. Heidi Campbell for their professionalism and compassion.
Resting at the St. George Funeral Home, 26 Portage, St. George NB (506-755-3533) with visiting on Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm. The funeral will be held from the St. George Funeral Home Chapel on Tuesday at 2 pm with Pastor Gordon Cooke and Rev. Ken Banks officiating. In Mackie’s memory, donations to the Charlotte County Cancer Society, Heart and Stroke Association of New Brunswick or Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.
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