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Alfred Gagliardi Obituary
He was the son of Leonardo Gagliardi and Grazia (DeMatteo) Gagliardi. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Frank, George, Joseph, John, Albert "Bib" and Michael as well as his 3 sisters, Antoinette "Nettie" Montaquilla, Mary Gagliardi, and Rose DeSantis. He enjoyed 23 wonderful years with his wife Lily who died in 1986. He lived in Millbury all of his life where he retired from C&S Lumber after 30 years. He is survived by his children, Paul Gagliardi and his wife Okla of Westgreen, GA, George Hilditch and his wife Lori of Douglas, MA and Beverly Malmgren (widow of Thomas) of Auburn with whom he lived. He is survived by 11 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
He served his country honorably as PFC in the Army Infantry 422nd K Company during WWII where he received various honors. He was captured at the Battle of the Bulge and was imprisoned at Stalag 4B POW Camp until the Liberation. He was a member of the Charles F. Minney Post VFW in Millbury.
Alfred (known as Grandpa Mike by his family) provided many years of loving memories for his family and friends. He enjoyed hosting many gatherings at his home for friends and family (including his famous 4th of July Clambakes). He enjoyed fishing, gardening and a good day at the races. He will be missed dearly by all. He was cared for at home by his family during his illness. We would like to thank VNA Care Hospice for the tender care that they provided Alfred and his family during his illness.
His funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Wed., Dec. 12th in Mulhane Home for Funerals, 45 Main St., Millbury. Burial will be in St. Brigid's Cemetery, Millbury. Calling hours are 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 11th in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to VNA Care Hospice at 120 Thomas St., Worcester, MA 01608 or to any Veterans Agency of your choice. Condolence book and directions available at
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Richard Adams
December 10, 2007
Dear Paul & family my deepest sympathy for your loss. I still remember all the good times I used to have going to the dog track with uncle Al and all his buddies every sat.night.may he rest in peace.
Jim Ojerholm
December 10, 2007
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
DOLORES ELIE
December 10, 2007
HI BEVERLY, I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS, MAY HE REST IN PEACE. REMEMBER YOU & I WENT TO SCHOOL TOGETHER AND OUR BIRTHDAYS WERE ONLY 2 DAYS APART. I WAS JUST THINKING ABOUT YOU A SHORT WHILE AGO AND WONDERING HOW YOU WERE DOING. HOPE ALL IS WELL WITH YOU. MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY.
DOLORES (VANDAL) ELIE
Mary Dranginis (Allard)
December 10, 2007
I would like to offer my sincere sympathy on the loss of your father. May God be with your family in your time of sorrow.My mother was a cousin . She was a Lachapelle.Also I knew Mike all my growing up years.
Linda Gagliardi
December 10, 2007
Dear Paul and Family
My uncle AL - always made me laugh when I would see him - now he is with all of "our family" in heaven. My thoughts and prayers our with you.
Love,
Linda
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