BORN

1920

DIED

2016

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Gilbert Laferriere Obituary

Gilbert L. Laferriere
Formerly of Lowell, MA, Navy Vet; 95

FT. PIERCE, FLORIDA -- Gilbert Louis Laferriere, 95, died Friday, June 17, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. Gilbert was the husband of the late Isobel Catherine (Buchanan) who died on April 10, 2014. They were married for a wonderful 60 years.

Gilbert was born on September 5, 1920 and was the son of the late David and Derilba Laferriere.

Gilbert graduated from Lowell High School. He joined the Navy along with five of his brothers, and a sister who joined the Army, at the outbreak of WWII.

Gilbert was a loving husband, brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and, great-great grandfather. He was an avid golfer, but his most cherished time and memories were spent with his beloved Isobel and his family.

Before his retirement, Gilbert worked as an electrician for New England Electric and Massachusetts Electric Company. He was a member of the I.B.E.W. Local Union 103.

Gilbert was predeceased by his eldest daughter, Lois Mello and is survived by his son-in-law, Richard Mello of Greenville, Maine. He is survived by two children, Glen Laferriere of West Palm Beach, Florida, and Joyce Hugo and her husband, Raymond of Wallingford, Connecticut. He has eight grandchildren, Robert Mello and his wife, Linnea of Rockwood, Maine, Tracy Reed and her husband, Bruce of Greenville Maine, Maryanne Mello of Clearwater, Florida, Carla Guenther and her husband, Dominic Zanke of Deer Isle, Maine, and Eric Guenther of Portland, Oregon; along with five great-grandchildren, Jerome, Robert, Kellie, Steven, Ryler and Cameron; one great-great-grandchild, Greyson.

Gilbert was also the brother of the late Henry, Eugene, Victor, Albert, Richard, Francis, Alice Monroe, Agnes Teague and Irene Wheeler of Lowell. He also leaves many nieces and nephews.

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Published by Lowell Sun on Jun. 26, 2016.
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Joyce, Glen and family I'm so sorry to hear that my uncle had passed away and now he is loved very much they where my godparents and they will be truly missed but now they're upstairs having a grand old time with mom and dad like they always did my condolences to you and your family and everybody

Gail Laferriere

July 4, 2016

Dear Joyce, Glen and Family,
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your father.
We send our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers,
Love, Lorraine (Laferriere) Freitas and family and Al Laferriere and family

Lorraine Freitas

June 27, 2016

Dearest Joyce, Glen and Family, It was very sad indeed to learn of Uncle Gil's passing. He was the sweetest uncle and always smiling! It was such a joy to meet him and Aunt Isobel in Lowell on Jacques Street, where they always came for holidays and just to say hello. Our thoughts and prayers,
Love and God Bless,
Bob and Kate Laferriere

Bob Laferriere

June 27, 2016

Condolences Joyce, Glen and family. I grew up with you as children in Tewksbury and have wonderful memories of our childhood. I spent time with you and your parents in your home and playing in your yard. So sorry for your loss.
Gloria Novo ( Tareila )

Gloria Novo

June 26, 2016

Dear Joyce & Family, we were so saddened by the death of your Dad. He was a wonderful person. He & your Mom were so very good to Michael when he lived with them as a child. Michael never forgot that & often spoke of the time he spent with them. Your Dad always had a hug & a smile when ever we saw him which unfortunately was not often enough. You & your family were truly lucky to have had him in your lives,he will be missed. Love Michael & Jen Laferriere. [email protected]

Michael Laferriere

June 26, 2016

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