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Since we sell and ser- Gagnon’s adrenalin works for local business. I can help other vice vehicles, it’s a wide area.” him. “My heart rate increases, people. They, in turn, are good Gagnon’s day starts at 7:30 and I’m ready to go. I don’t to me.” a.m. “I’m there until 5:30 in have time to feel afraid. The Gagnon graduated from the evening. As owner/super- rush I experience pushes me high school in 1973. He at- visor, I make sure things run to action.” tended International Business smoothly. I keep things going He loves being out in the College, majoring in business from day to day.” fresh air and sunshine. “One management. Two of Gagnon’s sons also of my hobbies is boating. In 1974, he began working work at the dealership. Bran- When the kids were growing for the Chevy dealership in don is the manager. Jamie up, we went to the lake and Akron. “The original owner is a technician at the shop. reservoir as a family. My wife was Joe Bahney. My father The Gagnons also have a son and I also enjoy motorcycle and I bought the dealership Mark. riding.” in the late 70s, changing the He and his wife Lesa have As a businessman, Gagnon name to Gagnon Chevrolet. been married 40 years. They has learned he has to be a go- Since we now deal in all have three granddaughters: getter. “I’ve never been one to makes and models of cars, we Sophia, 7, Serenity, 6, and wait for people to come to me. -2+1*$*121 changed the name to Gagnon Marina, 5. I enjoy being approachable to Motors. We’re an AC Delco “I strive to teach my family people who have questions. repair shop.” that each person is important. Everyone is welcome in my When asked what he enjoys Whether they’re rich or poor, world. I’ve found that keep- Coronavirus information most about the business, he we need to respect them, help- ing the customers happy is remarked, “I worked in the ing those who are in need. As the key. When we take care Fulton County Health Depart- The latest information about body shop for 15 years. Work- a businessman, I’ve learned of them well, they’ll take care ment encourages residents to coronavirus, also known as CO- ing on cars comes naturally to that honesty is always the of us. When we’re willing to wash their hands thoroughly and VID 19, can be found at on.in.gov/ me. I grew up in a family who best policy. When people learn serve the community because frequently, cover their cough, stay COVID19. Individuals can enter enjoyed servicing vehicles.” to trust you, they come back we care about the people, the home if they are sick and regularly an email address on the website to Gagnon is also familiar with and business is increased.” community will support us.” disinfect surfaces. sign up for updates. VIKING FOODS 116 E. 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