It is with sadness we announce the passing of Gardiner Andrew Doucette, age 70, of Melrose, NB.  Gardiner passed away at home on Thursday, March 11, 2021. 

Born in Amherst, NS, he was a son of the late Joseph and Theresa (Burbine) Doucette.

Gardiner worked for Marine Atlantic for many years.  A simple man, he enjoyed working in the woods and around home.

He is survived by his daughter Kelly (Pierre) Cormier, Moncton, her mother Susan Doucette, Moncton, NB; grandchildren Noah, Xavier, and Emme; siblings Joanne (Ted) Carroll, Miramichi, NB, Bruce Doucette, Salisbury, NB, Leonard (Elaine), North Rustico, PE, and Mary Lou (Douglas) Gallant, South Rustico, PE; nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He was predeceased by his niece Stephanie Carroll.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Jones Funeral Home, Sackville and Port Elgin, NB (506-364-1300).  Gardiner will be laid to rest in the St. Bartholomew Roman Catholic Cemetery, Melrose, NB at a late date

Donations in memory of Gardiner may be made to the charity of your choice.

Condolences, and sharing of memories may be sent to the family by visiting Gardiner's online memorial at www.jonesfuneralhome.ca or through the Jones Funeral Home Facebook Page.