Gerald "Burt" MacGregor

Gerald MacGregor Obituary

Gerald "Burt" MacGregor, 72, died May 19, 2012 following a brief illness. He was born in Newton on July 11, 1939 the son of the late Charles B. MacGregor and Effie M. (Morell) MacGregor. Burt is survived by his loving life partner Pamela Jane O'Neill of Wayland. Devoted father of Lenny MacGregor and his wife Tracey of Natick and Sean MacGregor of Marlborough. He was the beloved grandfather of Brooke and Kevin of Natick. Brother of Judy MacGregor of Ashland; Ronnie MacGregor of Hopkinton; David MacGregor, Charlie MacGregor and Lenny MacGregor all of Natick; Bonnie McNeil of Whitinsville; Shirley Doon of Eastham and Will MacGregor of Wayland. Also survived by his former wife Ellie MacGregor of Marlborough and many nieces and nephews. A longtime resident of Natick, Burt resided in Wayland for the past 11 years and previously resided in Wellesley. He graduated from Natick High School with the Class of 1958. He served his country with the United States Air Force stationed in Japan. He was the owner of MacGregor Building and Remodeling of Natick, specializing in residential building. He was a doting grandfather and especially loved being with children, sharing his passion for boating and the outdoors at his home on Lake Cochituate. He has been a Friend of Bill W for the past 45 years and assisted and supported many friends and acquaintances over the years. He will be remembered for his kindness, unconditional love and generous spirit. Visitations will be held on Wednesday, May 23, 2012 from 4:00 to 7:00 pm at the John C. Bryant Funeral Home, 56 Pemberton Road (Off Rte 30), Wayland. His Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, May 24, 2012 at 10:00 am at the Good Shepherd Parish at St. Zepherin's Church, 99 Main St (Rte 27), Wayland. His family requests that everyone go directly to the church. Interment to follow in the O'Neill-MacGregor family lot in Lakeview Cemetery in Wayland. In lieu of flowers, his family suggests that memorial gifts in Burt's memory be sent to the Pine Street Inn, Attn: Abby Spooner, 444 Harrison St., Boston, MA 02118. For online condolences and directions please visit www.johncbryantfuneralhome.com.

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Published by MetroWest Daily News on May 21, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Gerald MacGregor

16 Entries

May 23, 2012

Very sorry to hear of Burt's passing. Our love to all his family.

Maria and Billy Morell
Pomquet, Nova Scotia

Peter Ferrari

May 22, 2012

Len, Sean,
I am so sorry for your loss. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers. I am here if you need anything. Please dont hesitate to call. Sincerely, Peter Ferrari

May 21, 2012

Lenny and Sean, I was so sorry to hear about Burt. I have really enjoyed working with all of you for these many years. I feel blessed that our professional relationship became personal and a real friendship - but or course that's the kind of warm guy he was.
Howard Frutkoff

Jennifer Fox Markello

May 21, 2012

Lenny, Sean and Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all during this sad time. Wishing you peace and comfort and remembering what a kind man Burt was.

May 21, 2012

Lenny and Sean, I am so sorry to hear of Uncle Burt's passing. I have many fond childhood memories of him and how much fun he was. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all of your family at this time. Amy (Caradonna) Wheeler

May 21, 2012

Top Shelf, even though he didn't touch the stuff....A great Family man, Friend and there was nothing phony about Burt......go play the penny stock up yonder.....Peace and say hi to my Dad please--------Mike Williams

Lori Coughlin

May 21, 2012

Lenny and Sean,I am so sorry about your dad he was a wonderful, kind loving uncle. I loved him very much and i know how much he loved me and the boys. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

ned coen

May 21, 2012

lenny, sean and family-- we are so sorry to hear about your father burt -- our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family- ned & sue coen

the DelBono's

May 21, 2012

We are so sorry to hear of Burt's passing. He was always family-oriented, and was so happy to be building in our neighborhood, which was the neighborhood he grew up in. He always took the time to talk to our son and give him special treats and let him sit in the "big trucks". Our condolences to the family - Burt was a very special kind of guy.

May 21, 2012

Our extreme sadness cannot be shown with words. Maxine and I have such wonderful memories of Burt. We pray that Pam, Lenny, Sean and the rest of his large family will always remember how Burt treated everybody with such kindness and love. He was such an extrodinary friend to so many. We are hopeful that the wonderful memories will carry you all thru these difficult times and strengthen your love for this wonderful GUY. We wish we could be there to share you immense sorrow. Bob

Paul Murphy

May 21, 2012

David and Lenny, sorry for the lose of your brother Burt. My thoughts are with you and your family. I am sure he will be missed by his family and many friends.

A few of his favorite things. His boat and Brooke:)

Kelley and Reed Duncan

May 21, 2012

We are so sorry for your loss. Burt was a wonderful man and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The Duncan Family

May 21, 2012

Our hearts are broken, Burt was such a kind and generous man and he will be missed. Our love to Pam and Judy. Nancy & Judy Whalen

Diane Crosby

May 21, 2012

No one can take away the pain of losing a loved one. There are no words that make it ok but I hope you can focus on all of the help he brought to so many. A part of him will continue to live on through his legacy.

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