Ronald "Ron" R. Gauthier .Sr., 75 of Merrimack, NH died on Wednesday, August 24, 2011 at Community Hospice House in Merrimack, New Hampshire.

Ron was born in Nashua, New Hampshire on May 4, 1936, the son of the late
Leo W. and Beatrice (Morin) Gauthier.

Ron served in the Air Force during the Korean War as an Airplane Mechanic. Before retiring, Ron worked for Anheuser Busch in Merrimack for 15+ years and prior to that he worked for Coca Cola in Nashua for 15+ years. After retiring, Ron worked for Merrimack Taxi. Ronald was a model train enthusiast and a member of the Boomers. He also volunteered for Meals on Wheels.

Ron was well known for his hugs, a hardy laugh, and love of life, family and friends.

Ron is survived by his Wife, of 38 years, Helene (Lawrence) Gauthier of Merrimack; a son, Rick Gauthier of Wilmont, NH; 3 daughters, Pam St. Onge of Hudson, NH; Cindy Marvin of Hillsboro, NH; and Lyn Luck of Arizona. Ron has 9 Grand Children and 10 Great Grandchildren. He is predeceased by a daughter, Dawn and Son, Ronald Jr.

There will be no calling hours.

Memorial Service which will be held on Saturday, August 27, 2011 at 4:00 PM at Riverside Christian Church, 27 Depot St., Merrimack. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Community Hospice House, 210 Naticook Rd., Merrimack, NH 03054.

The Rivet Funeral Home & Crematorium, 425 Daniel Webster Highway, Merrimack, NH is in charge of the arrangements. For more information and to sign an on line registry, please go to www.rivetfuneralhome.com.