Gertrude Louise "Gert" Gascon

Gertrude Gascon ObituaryObituary published on Legacy.com by Jordan-Fernald Funeral Home - Ellsworth on Mar. 17, 2026.TrentonGertrude Louise Dunbar Gascon, 95, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother of Trenton, Maine passed away peacefully on March 13, 2026. She was born February 23, 1931, in Manset, Maine, and spent her life deeply connected to the Mount Desert Island community she loved so dearly.Gertrude attended elementary school in Manset and Southwest Harbor and graduated from Pemetic High School. Gert grew up in Manset next to the church, where she often shared a fond childhood memory. The church doors were never locked, and she and her friends would go inside during the week. There she would play the organ while they sang and laughed together.She was a proud military housewife and later worked at the Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound. While she worked throughout her life, her greatest devotion was always to her family and her home. Gertrude and her family lived in many places around the world while her husband, George, served in the United States Navy. In 1966 they returned home to Manset, where Gert and George finished raising their family surrounded by the community they loved. Gert shared a wonderful life with George. He cared for her deeply, always making sure she was comfortable and providing everything she needed or wanted. Later in life, after Gert lost her eyesight, she and George moved to a ranch-style home in Trenton.Known to many simply as "Gert," she was cherished for her kindness, generosity, and the warm welcome she extended to anyone who came through her door. Her home was always meticulous yet comfortable, and visitors were always greeted with coffee, conversation, and something sweet to eat.One of Gert's greatest joys in life was the birth of her grandson, Warren. She adored him and they treasured the time they spent together. When Warren began school, she retired from the Trenton Bridge Lobster Pound so she could be there for him, creating a caring, loving, and fun place for his family and friends to gather. Many of Warren's cousins and good friends held a special place in Gert's heart, as did the children who found their way to her welcoming home. Summer lunches shared on the porch were special moments both she and Warren cherished deeply. Above all their loving relationship was one of the greatest blessings of her life.The birth of her adored great-granddaughter, Allie Marie, brought even more joy to Gert's life. Whenever the opportunity arose, she and Allie would sing and dance together, filling the house with laughter. Gram's house quickly became a favorite place to perform, and Gert always gave her full and loving attention.After Warren started school, Gert's Manset home became legendary for Halloween. Each year she transformed the house into a festive wonderland filled with decorations everywhere you looked, even orange and black balloons filling the bathtub. The dining room and kitchen tables overflowed with hundreds of homemade whoopie pies, cookies, cheesecake, brownies, and unimaginable amounts of candy.Christmas was another season that showcased Gert's generous heart. At Christmas time, her home was absolutely beautiful, decorated inside and out with great care and love. She truly loved the holiday and especially loved gathering her family together at her home to celebrate. Gert also baked oversized cookies for her many nieces and nephews, carefully wrapping them in cellophane with large bows before delivering them personally to their homes. Decorating and preparing for the holiday brought her great joy, and her home reflected the warmth and love she felt for family and friends.In November 2025, Gert moved to Birch Bay Retirement Village in Bar Harbor, Maine. She loved the community and her beautiful apartment overlooking the ocean. There she was taken great care of by a kind and compassionate staff who brought her wonderful comfort and joy.Gertrude was deeply grateful for the loving care she received at home in Trenton from her special caregivers Emma Blanchard, Christie Clark, and Lisa Hammond, whose kindness and compassion meant so much to her and her family. Her Wednesday outings with Helene Baker also brought great joy to Gert's life. Not knowing where their adventures would take them made those days especially fun for her.The loss of Gert's son, Bob, was a heartbreaking sorrow in her life. Through that difficult time, she showed great strength and perseverance. The love and special bond they shared remained forever in her heart.Above all else, Gert's family was her greatest passion. She is lovingly survived by her devoted daughter, Josette Pettegrow of Trenton, and her husband Anthony; her cherished grandson, Warren Pettegrow and his wife Monica; her much-loved great-granddaughter, Allie Marie; her brother, Guy Dunbar and his wife Paula; many loved nieces and nephews.Josette was a devoted daughter whose love, care, and constant support meant so much to Gert throughout her life. Monica, her granddaughter-in-law, was a cherished addition to Gert's life. Her warmth and generosity meant a great deal to Gert. Gert's son-in-law, Anthony, was deeply devoted to her happiness and well-being, and she adored him. Gertrude will be remembered for her generous spirit and the joyful traditions she created that brought family and friends together. She was predeceased by her loving husband, George Gascon; her cherished son, Robert "Bob" Gascon; her parents, John and Dorothy Dunbar; and her siblings Charlotte Lawson, Edwin Dunbar, Joyce Kenny, Ralph Dunbar, Pauline Moody, and John Dunbar.For Gert, family was everything, and the warmth of her home will live on in the memories of all who were fortunate enough to gather there. Her most precious gift to us was her time and attention that will be missed immensely.Services will be announced at a later date.Condolences may be expressed at www.jordanfernald.comTo plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.