Eugene C. Gadaire, DDS
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"What we do for ourselves dies with us. What we do for others and the world remains immortal."
—Albert Pine (English Author, 1851)
It's almost impossible to comprehend that this dear friend and trusted dentist, Eugene Gadaire will no longer be with us. He rescued me and changed my life by rebuilding my mouth over 18 years ago—and watched over me ever since. He will be profoundly missed by all of his patients as well as his staff, Trish and Dr. Tromblay and his family. To all I send my deepest sympathies.
—Dorothy A.
Thanks for 30 years of the very best in dentistry. Your many patients and friends have said it all. You've trained Mark well to carry on your practice, and for that lasting gift we will all be grateful. You will be remembered always by those you've touched and left behid.
—Bob G.
I was deeply saddened to hear about Dr. Gadaire. He has been my dentist for over 20 years. He was a wonderful man and an extraordinary dentist. My sincere condolences to Dr. Gadaire's wife and family, Trish, Dr. Tromblay, and office staff - my thoughts and prayers are with you.
—Mary S.
To Dr. Gadaire's family and his office family, I am so saddened to lean of the loss of such a special and brilliant man. This must be devastating for all of you, please know that you are in my thoughts. I am grateful for having been given the extraordinary gift to know him and benefit from his bundless skill. Beyond his lovely professional, gentle and caring ways he was a passionate and inspired artist, truly one of a kind. I am so sorry.
—Tanya H.
To. Mrs. Gadaire, Trish and al of the excellent staff in Dr. Gadaire's office. We are stunned and terribly sorry to hear of Gene's death. He has been our dentist for more than a decade, providing high quality care and genuine concern for us. This is a loss personally as well as to his profession. He always strove for perfection, while providing honest alternatives for the less perfect among us. It is comforting to recall his obvious pleasure in his work, as well as his stories of golf, sailing, and drinking fine wine. Here's to you, Gene, with many thanks.
—Eloise G.
Mrs. Gadaire, Trish, Denise and Office staff - I came to Dr. Gadaire 22 years ago - nine months before my marriage. Dr. Gadaire did my bonding which has lasted - well 22 years. On every appointment he would marvel at the work and say that it was some of his best — as it far exceed the 10-12 year life "life" expectancy we both assumed. For over 20 years, Dr. Gadaire watched me marry, have two children and raise them, change careers, grow and develop. He was a wonderful doctor and even better person. I last saw Gene on 19th street - maybe 18 months ago. I was struck by his dashing demeanor and carriage - he had on a navy blue cashmere coat, belted and beautiful shirt and tie as was his custom. His silver hair was blowing and his smile was almost glistening. I pointed him out with pride and admiration to my lunch guest. That's the image that I will remember. I'm sure that you all have many more. Please know that my prayers and condolences are with you. I received Dr. Tromblay's letter today with shock and sadness. I pray that God will give you all the strength to get throught this difficult time knowing that his was a life well led.
—Lisa R.
I am very saddened to learn of Dr. Gadaire's death. As a patient of over 35 years duration, I always thought of him as a consumate professional and wonderful person. My children, now adults, were also patients. Even though my husband uses another dentist, Dr. Gadaire very graciously helped us on an emergency basis when we really needed help. He will be missed. Our sincere condolences to his family and office staff.
—Barbara H.
I got home late this evening (January 23rd) to find the letter and read the stunning news about Dr. Gadaire. I had just been thinking about him during the last few miles of my drive back to Maryland. My last visit with Dr. Gadaire was January 15th, ending at about 12:30 PM, and I'd been wondering why I hadn't heard back from him on some follow up details. Now I know. As Trish and Denise can attest, that last visit was actually pretty raucous; Dr. Gadaire and the rest of us were in high spirits, it being Friday afternoon and all. I'll cherish that memory, along with a dozen years of others, including hearing how Dr. Gadaire met and wooed the lovely Betsy, how he raised his puppies, and how he received his dental training back when students learned the art as well as the science of dentistry. I know I'll be in great hands with Dr. Tromblay. But right now, none of this seems real. My profound condolences to all.
—Audrey B.
I was so shocked and saddened when I opened Mark Tromblay's letter just now to read of Gene's death. This is very upsetting for me and I cannot even imagine what it is like for you. I knew Gene as my dentist — and what a dentist he was — for almost two decades, but he was also a friend. Most important, we both shared a deep love of and fascination with our dogs, which was always the first topic of conversation every visit I made to him.
For me to say that I will miss Gene would understate the impact he had on me. He was the consummate professional, someone who cannot be replaced.
Please accept my condolences at your great loss.
—Ed M.
I am in utter shock and disbelief. I've not only lost my dentist, but a very compassionate gentleman. Dr. Gadaire performed miracles for me by reconstructing my entire mouth over a period of three years. I will never have a more gentle and caring dentist. He was very much a perfectionist and that can now be evidenced by my beautiful smile. During my recent visit to him, I told him that I could never thank him enough for the beautiful work he did. His eyes beamed and I could feel his appreciation. He was certainly the best of the best in dentistry and reconstruction.
My toughts and prayers will be with the Dr. Gadaire family and I know that he is being well taken care of.
—Karen R.
My relationship with Dr. Gadaire was merely one of patient and doctor for 25 years, however, notice of Dr. Gadaire's passing has cast a profound pall over my day — to me, he was a singular example of professional excellence and his word on dental matters was gospel. I feel a loss which must surely be exceeded in multiple by those who knew him personally and professionally, My most heartfelt condolencces go out to his family, Dr. Tromblay and their marvelous office staff.
—Randy K.
Gene was more than my dentist, he was the "quarterback" of a team of professionals who performed miracles to the benefit of my well-being, all of whom were hand-picked by him to match his level of excellence. He was the first person to tell me the truth about my condition. His quiet assured demeanor erased all doubt about what was, of course, the correct course of action. When I was referred to Gene, I was assured that he was not really a dentist, he was a jeweler, because his work is so beautiful and precise. Needless to say, I have been thrilled with the results. I have never held a dental professional in such high esteem before, and it is difficult to imagine another achieving the heights Gene reached daily and without effort. I will miss him on both a patient level as well as a personal one. My sympathies are with you, Mrs. Gadaire, at this time and in the days ahead.
—Peggi F.
The upsetting news I received of Dr. Gadaire's death was a strong blow to me. It's hard to imagine him gone (at least on the physical level). His death reminds me of how fragile life really is... especially when I think of Dr. Gadaire and his strength and presence... a strength that was both inside and outside. He had tremendous physical, intellectual, spiritual and emotional strength; and he generously shared his strength with others. He was someone whose energy was always bright, strong, calming and loving. He was an inspiration to me and I always noticed this effect on his staff and patients as he consistently gave 100% to everything he did and he always did it with a strong sense of purpose and love. Dr. Gadaire loved his wife, his family, his work and his life. He had a passion for life and this radiated from his being and in everything he did. I feel extremely blessed to have known Dr. Gadaire and to have had him as my doctor for 22 years. He not only made my smile bright and beautiful, but he touched my heart, as well. I know he will be remembered in the hearts of so many and he will continue to share his gifts and love in our smiles.
—Andrea R.
No words can express the sense of shock and loss after hearing about Gene. For more than 30 years he has been my mentor, friend, confidant and sounding board. Working daily with him for more than 6 years imparted on me his exemplary professional standards and values as well as his exclusive talents in communicating with people. Many were the days that I would call him while at work and he would drop what he was doing and come to the phone to take my call without hesitation. Eugene had an extreme sense of loyalty to his family, friends, colleagues and patients which generated a reciprocal devotion approaching veneration when his name is mentioned. Betsy, despite your incredible loss, you can take solace in knowing Gene's absolute love, commitment, loyalty and comfort in being with you for his entire life. The void left by his departure can never completely be filled, but hopefully over time we can take comfort in knowing "Geno" for so long with so many happy memories to dwell on. His smiling face, gentle ways, mirth and vitality, and his professional legacy will not be forgotten in our lifetimes.
—Bob D.