The family announces with great sorrow his passing in Sudbury, Sunday, November 27, 2022 at the age of 73 years. Son of the late Kenneth and of the late Erma (née Freamo) Gauthier. Beloved husband to Réjeanne Gauthier (née Lalonde). Cherished father to Donald Jr. Gauthier (Tina Poitras) and Mark Gauthier (Cheryl Boudreau). Loving grandfather to Isabella and Cooper. Dear brother of Blaine, Shirley, Gale and Darwin. Predeceased by his siblings Lance and Milton. Loving remembered by many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A special thank you to the staff, PSW’s, nurses and doctors at Maison McCulloch Hospice for their care and compassion. The family would like to invite relatives and friends to the St-Mark's Cemetery in Markstay on Saturday, June 3 at 11:30 a.m. to celebrate Donald’s life. A reception will follow. Donations by cheque or online to the Maison McCulloch Hospice will be appreciated.