David Wayne Gutter

GORHAM – David Wayne Gutter, 81, died peacefully Sept. 12, 2026 at Maine Medical Center.

He was born April 10, 1945 in Portland, and was raised in Scarborough by his mother, Ruth Libby and Eugene Gutter.

David, a long time resident of Gorham is survived by his wife, Erlene; his sisters Linda and Karen; his son, David; and granddaughter, Kani.

Erlene and David had recently celebrated 54 years of marriage. David was a staple in his community as a professional race car driver at Beech Ridge Motor Speedway and a charismatic neighborhood meat cutter. He had worked as a meat manager for Hannaford Brothers for many years until he opened his own local grocery store, Dave Gutter’s Meat Market in Windham, in 1994.

David and Erlene also trained race horses together at Scarborough Downs racetrack. He was also known for his unwavering support and pride for his son, David’s music career, who won a Grammy Award in 2023 after more than 25 years in the music business. David’s granddaughter, Kani, is currently on the dean’s list at Arizona State University majoring in aerospace engineering.

David encouraged not only his son and granddaughter, but everyone who knew him. His charisma and charm were contagious. His smile lit up a room and his perseverance inspired those around him to be their best.

A celebration of life will be held Friday Oct. 9, from 12 to 4 p.m. at The American Legion Hall in Scarborough.