Gustave R. Breton, "Gus" 81, of Orleans, VT passed away in his home, surrounded by family following his struggle with Alzheimer's Disease, on July 11, 2023.   He was born on October 24, 1941, in Weedon, Quebec, the son of Wilfrid and Rose-Annette (Fontaine) Breton.  He moved to Barton Vermont with his family in 1957. On July 4, 1964, he married the love of his life, Rita (Lussier), who survives him.

Along with Rita, Gustave is survived by his children, Lyne Limoges (Norman) of Derby, VT, Robert Breton (Tracie) of Whitefield, NH, Johanne Richardson (Bradley) of Derby, VT.  He is also survived by his grandchildren, Justin and Korianna Limoges, Brianna Waters, Devin and Austin Breton, and Logan and Ryder Richardson.

He is also survived by siblings, Solange Bonin (Antonio), Pauline Chagnon (Raymond), Denis Breton (Aline), Richard Breton (Sharon), Julien Breton, and sister-in-law Monique Breton. He was predeceased by his brother Laurent and sister-in-law, Paulette Breton.

He leaves behind brothers and sisters-in-law, Donat and Gisele Houle, Cecile Bernier, Claudette Lussier, Pierrette Lussier, Doria and Huguette Gagnon, Gilles and Rachel Fecteau, Georges Paquet, Jacques and Diane Bouchard, Roger and Gaby Grenier, Daniel and Helen Grenier.  He was predeceased by Real and Suzanne Lussier, Real Bernier, Raymond Lussier, Conrad Lussier, and Fernande Paquet.

Hired as a forklift operator, Gustave worked forty-two years at the Ethan Allen Furniture Manufacturer for many years as a Dry Kiln Operator.  Over the years, he and his wife owned and operated Breton's Upholstery.  Devout Catholic he was dedicated to and devoted countless volunteer hours to St. Theresa's Church in Orleans, and St. Paul's School in Barton.  A member of the Knights of Columbus for forty years, he was most proud to be a fourth degree Knight.

Hard working, patient, compassionate and family man, Gustave was a faithful and loving husband, father and grandfather.  Craftsman of many trades, he was always available to anyone who needed him.  In his later years he and Rita spent winters in Florida and summers with family, often playing cards, at Campus 77 in Stanstead, Que.  An avid golfer he enjoyed spending time with family on various courses.  Always with an infectious smile and love of family he will be immensely missed by all who knew him.

Thank you to Orleans Essex VNA & Hospice and all who have been part of Gus' journey, especially over the past 3 months.

In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions be made to St. Paul's School, or Most Holy Trinity Parish, 85 St. Paul Lane, Barton, VT 05822.

Services will be as follows:

Calling hours from 4:00pm-7:00pm on Sunday, July 16th  and Monday, July 17th from 12:00pm-1:00pm at Curtis Britch and Bouffard, 4670 Darling Hill Road, Newport, VT 05855

A Funeral Mass will be held at 2:00pm on Monday, July 17th at St. Theresa's Church, 44 East Street, Orleans, VT 05860 with interment following the mass at St. Theresa's Cemetery, Tanguay Lane, Barton, VT. On-line condolences may be made at curtis-britch.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Curtis-Britch & Bouffard Funeral Home & Cremation Service, locally family owned and operated.