Leon P. Gaulin

Leon P. Gaulin, 87, of Ogunquit, ME and Titusville, FL, passed away on December 29, 2022, at Portsmouth Regional Hospital following a period of declining health.

Lee was born in Exeter, NH on August 25, 1935, to Hermon and Hazel (Perry) Gaulin. He graduated from Philips Exeter Academy.

Following his love of intellectual studies, he attended, St. Anslem’s College, Fordham University, and St. Paul’s University in Ottawa, Canada. He majored in theology, philosophy and psychology.

Lee’s professional positions evolved throughout his life. Starting as a parish priest he then assumed the role of Chaplain at the University of New Hampshire where he enjoyed the academic environment. While at UNH Lee was directly involved with the construction of the Newman Center. Working closely with the construction company and faculty of Whittemore School of Business and Economics, his many abilities were recognized and he was recruited by a start-up construction management company to be their director of operations. Within five years Lee was recruited by an international firm, Universal Scheduling Corp. of Chicago where he worked for the next 30 years as an industrial psychologist.

Lee’s analytical and inductive skills made him prominent in the business arena as a recognized consultant to many Fortune 500 companies in the United States and international corporations in Australia, Germany and Canada.

Those who knew Lee well, recognized his deep concern for others and benefited from his advice and guidance. He knew the art of questioning and the need to listen and he talked many people through difficult times in their lives. At the same time, Lee loved his homes and gardens and with David Hudson, his partner and spouse of 42 years, entertained friends and hosted many musical gatherings at their home.

Lee was predeceased by his brother Norman and is survived by his sister, Lorraine Harrison of Exeter, NH, several nieces and nephews and David Hudson. A memorial gathering will be held in the future. Donations may be made in his name to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.

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