
GAUTHIER – Jean Paul, 69, also known as “JP”, formerly of Montreal, now residing in Nova Scotia, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, April 24, 2020 surrounded by his wife and daughter after a very short battle with cancer.
Born in Montreal, Jean Paul was a son of the late Jacques and Christina (Campbell) Gauthier.
Jean Paul was an active member of the Canadian Cadet program for 30 years. He retired as a Captain working directly with the cadet corps and continued to volunteer on the cadet committee in Liverpool. He was also an active member with Mersey Branch #38, Royal Canadian Legion, Liverpool and an active supporter of the Dog Guides of Canada. Before his passing, Jean Paul was able to check off an item on his bucket list. He was able to swim with dolphins in the ocean while on a sibling retreat in Cuba with his sister Linda.
Jean Paul leaves behind his wife Barbara (Baker), his son Michael Gauthier, his daughter Deana (Robert) Buller as well as a daughter in law and his grandchildren A. Gauthier, Ryleigh-Anne, Alexa, Jordyn Buller and his sister Linda Gauthier.
Jean Paul was predeceased by his brother Michael.
Cremation has taken place under the direction and care of Chandlers’ Funeral Home, Liverpool. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Canadian Cancer Society or the Dog Guides of Canada in Oakville, ON. Online condolences may be made to www.chandlersfuneral.com.
Jean Paul’s family would like to thank his Palliative Care team and the VON nurses for their extra care and compassion during this difficult process. These teams went above and beyond all expectations to care for him and his family during this emotional and unpredictable time.
Offer Condolence for the family of Gauthier; Jean Paul

Gail Ellis
I wish you and your family comfort during your sorrow. The Bible gives a real hope and promises that your loved one will soon come back again to life in a peaceful paradise on the earth. (John 5:28, 29)
Marilyn Whynot
To Barb and family sending my sincere condolences . Remember all the happy times spent together in hopes you will get through this difficult time .
Margo Cross
Remembering you in my prayers for the Lord to give your strength at this time. Keep your memories close and JP will never be far away
Margo and Barry Cross
Ian Baker
My Sincere condolence on the loss of JP to my cousin Barb and her family. Prayers are with you during this time.
Ian & Sylvia Baker
Billand Anna Cox
Our sympathy in JP’s passing. He was a dedicated cadet laison and very passionate in regard to the air cadet corps.
and also of Branch 038 legion executive, he will be missed. We extend our thoughts and prayers to his family. May God comfort you in your time of sorrow.
Lynda Gaul
Barb & Family. I am so sorry to hear of your loss of JP. My heart & prayers go out to you and your Family. Lynda Gaul (UHN)
Jennifer
Barb I’m sorry to hear of JP’s passing. I am thinking of you and your family at this time. JP will surely be missed by his family and friends.
Sincerely Jennifer, Brian and Morgan Witherall
and Pat Hunter
Heather Black
Dear Barb
I was sorry to hear of Paul’s death.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Heather Black
Loretta Cook
Dear Barb – So sorry to hear of JP’s passing. It must be especially difficult at this time social distancing. Butch joins me in sending sincere condolences. Loretta Cook
Pamela Cowan
Dear Barb and family,
You are very much in our thoughts at this difficult time.
Pam and Gord
Rebecca O’Brien
Barb we are all so sorry to hear about your loss JP will be greatly missed Lonny and Marissa and I all have fond memories of him at the trailer it was an honour that I got to call him a friend
John and Darlene Baker
Please except out sincere condolence on your loss.
Anne Macdonald
Dear Barb,
Thinking of you in these difficult times.
Cousin Anne
Jill Trask
Dear Barb,
I am so sorry to hear the sad news. You are certainly in my thoughts at this time.
Bob & Barb Smith
Barb & family, you are in thoughts and prayers at this
difficult time.
Bob & Barb Smith
Sue
Barb and family
Sincerest condolences at you all.
May all your memories of him help to comfort you all at this time and days to come.
Sue and Paul
Linda MacKinnon
Sending our sincere sympathies to JP’s family on his passing. Take comfort in your many memories of your times together. Dennis & Linda MacKinnon