The Town of Union is dedicating this year's Town Report to Paul Gaudreau. The Select Board presented a framed copy of the dedication to Gaudreau's wife during the June 2, 2026 Board meeting.

The Town wrote the following description of Gaudreau in the report:

Craftsmanship, Humor, Adventure, and Community. 

Paul was born in New London, Connecticut. After growing up in Levittown, Pennsylvania, Paul moved west to Aurora, Colorado, with his family while he was in high school. There, he remained deeply involved with the Boy Scouts, eventually earning his Eagle Scout Badge. Paul attended the University of Colorado, taking the time to balance schoolwork and enjoy the outdoors – hiking, mountaineering, rock climbing, and skiing.

In 1977, Paul and his future wife, Sue Fairer, moved to Union. Here, they founded Union Pottery. Their studio was known for crafting functional, user-friendly and durable stoneware. They were particularly known for their signature blueberry, floral and nature-inspired patterns.

Throughout his life, Paul continued to be involved with both his passions, the outdoors and the Boy Scouts, often combining the two. Over the years, he led several packs of Cub Scouts before forming a co-ed group of Explorer Scouts. Together, they went camping, paddling, mountain and rock climbing. Among the numerous trips, none better than a weeklong trip to the Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico, known as the largest national high adventure base, operated by the Boy Scouts of America.

Paul was just as passionate about his civic responsibilities. He was a member of the Union Chamber of Commerce, serving as a past president. He was the brains behind the “Now Famous Pie Social.” He was equally dedicated to the Vose Library; he was a key part of the capital campaign to fund the new library. He served as President of the Library Board and remained an active board member. Paul served the Town directly as an active member of the Budget Committee and as a Trustee of the William Pullen Fund.

Paul was always willing to share his institutional knowledge. None truer than during his battle with Parkinson’s disease, he continued to stay involved and serve.

This dedication honors Paul – the life he built and shared, as well as the numerous footprints he’s left on our community during all his adventures.