Peter J. Gervais

CHINA – Peter J. Gervais, 71, passed away on Sept. 5, 2024, surrounded by the love of his wife and daughter. He was born June 26, 1953, in Augusta.

Pete lived a life centered on his love for his family, community and country. He had a charitable heart, a great sense of humor, and was a man of principles.

Pete graduated from Cony High School and enlisted in the Navy where he served as a marine mechanic for four years. He made some true friends while in the Navy, referred to them as his brothers, and spoke with them on a regular basis. After his years in the Navy, Pete had several careers, notably working at Formtek starting in 1989 and retiring in 2016. During his employment at Formtek, he served as president of the union for several years. He also took on a second job mowing and maintaining the cemeteries for the town of Albion.

Pete was an outdoorsman who spent many vacations canoeing and camping in the Allagash region. In his younger years he enjoyed rock climbing, hiking, biking, mushing sled dogs, weight lifting and running. Pete was a beekeeper and loved making gifts of his honey. Most notable was Pete’s love for cats. He had many over the years, cherishing and spoiling them.

Pete is survived by his wife Jennifer; his daughter Alyssa and her partner Craig; grandsons Aero and Nash; as well as his friend and sister Joan, her husband Dan and nephew Joel. He was predeceased by his parents Omer and Louise Gervais.

A Celebration of Life is scheduled for Sunday, Sept. 22, at noon at the Bessey building in Albion. All are welcome to attend.

A private burial will be announced at a later date.

Pete’s legacy of love, friendship and adventure will be cherished and remembered by all who knew him. He will be missed dearly.

In lieu of flowers,

donations can be made to any Humane Society