Barry L. Gauthier, who worked for and led postal services, document services and central stories/receiving at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, died Friday, Jan. 19, 2018.
According to the obituary, Gauthier started his 40-year career with UW Oshkosh in 1975; he retired from his role at UW Oshkosh in 2015. Upon retirement, he led Postal Services, Document Services and Central Stores/Receiving, a position he proudly performed with insight, vision and expertise.
Gauthier was a member of the Association of College and University Printers (ACUPS), the University Mail Managers Association (UMMA), where he served in various Board positions, including president and served 22 years, as a member of the National Association of College and University Mail Managers (NACUMS), where he served most recently as vice president. In 2013, NACUMS presented him with the prestigious Lou Eichler award, the highest honor in the college and university mail industry. Even after retirement in 2015, Gauthier continued to assist UMMA and NACUMS. His contributions to both organizations were immeasurable.
A Celebration of Life will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 24, 2018, at La Sure’s Hall, 1570 Ripon Ln., Oshkosh, with reception to follow immediately. Instead of flowers or gifts a memorial donation may be made to the Oshkosh Area Humane Society by entering Gauthier’s name and address (2240 Crane St, Oshkosh, WI 54901).