LISBON FALLS — Michael P. Gamache, 64, of Lisbon Falls, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Jan. 14, 2020, at Androscoggin Home Healthcare and Hospice House in Auburn. 

Born in Lewiston on Jan. 15, 1955 to Clarence Leo Gamache and Lucille (Fortin) Gamache, he was raised in Lisbon and graduated from Lisbon High School and UMaine Orono in 1977 with a degree in music education. He played tuba for the Portland Symphony, Bangor Symphony and the Auburn Community Concert Band. After graduating, he worked for Dennis Paper Company, Reed Paper Company and retired from Sysco Food Services of Northern New England. After retiring Michael worked at Tugboat Inn and Marina in Boothbay Harbor as assistant dockmaster.

Michael’s greatest joy was boating on his Searay Motoryacht, triking, fishing, hunting, music and his two cats. He and his wife loved to travel and had many wonderful vacations. Michael is now an angel playing tuba for the heavenly symphony above.

Michael is survived by his wife of 18 years, Athena Gamache of Lisbon Falls; three siblings, James Gamache of South Portland, Mark Gamache of Hiram, and Mary Beth Daigneault; a niece and great-niece.

He was predeceased by Opal Canders, and raised two stepchildren, Rebecca and Jason.

A time of visitation was held from 5 to 6:30 p.m., on Wednesday, Jan. 22, at the Brackett Funeral Home, 29 Federal Street, Brunswick, where a funeral service followed at 6:30 p.m.

Condolences can be expressed at www.brackettfh.com 

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Androscoggin Home Healthcare and Hospice, 15 Strawberry Avenue, Lewiston, ME 04240.