Timothy “Tim” Gayne

FAIRFIELD – Timothy “Tim” Gayne, 46, of Fairfield, passed away Sept. 9, 2025 after a long illness.

Tim attended Fairfield Schools and graduated from Lawrence High School in 1997. Tim attended The University of Maine in Augusta for Music (Jazz Performance – Percussion). Tim also attended Thomas College’s Elementary Education Program. For a time, he was an Ed Tech at Benton Elementary School and had aspirations to become an elementary teacher.

Tim started playing drums at the age of 5 and continued until his illness prohibited him from doing so several years ago.

Tim was an excellent drummer and was First Chair at UMA. In high school, he was invited to join the Colby College band for a concert. He played in several local country and rock bands and played at his grandparents’ dance hall, The Fox Den. Tim also taught private drum lessons.

Tim had a deep love for farm tractors, especially Allis Chalmers, having owned several over the years.

Tim will be sadly missed by his mother, Peggy Gayne, of Fairfield, father, Doug Gayne, of Augusta; sister, Michelle Gayne and her partner, Jeff of Sebago; a special aunt, Pam Baker, of Bangor, uncle, Scott Gayne, of Winslow; and friends John G. and Charlie M.

Tim was predeceased by grandparents Arthur and Ursula Voisine, of Fairfield and grandparents Gloria and Joseph Gayne, of Waterville.

The family would like to thank Northern Light Hospice and their amazing team who brought us such comfort specifically, Christine, Theresa, Sharalyn, Terri, and Ericka.

A direct cremation will be performed, with no funeral or burial services. In lieu of a service, we ask that you honor Tim’s memory by celebrating life in your own unique way.