Philip C Lambert

Philip C. Lambert of Gloucester, 88, died peacefully after a brief illness on Friday September 26, he was surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on August 27, 1937, in Gloucester to the late Leo and Doris (Carter) Lambert.

Phil spent his life in Gloucester and was a graduate of Gloucester High School class of 1955 and Northeastern University. He proudly served for many years in the R.O.T.C and the U.S. Army National Guard. As a young a man, he worked in the kitchen at Addison Gilbert hospital, ran clambakes for M.F. Roberts and was employed at the United Shoe Machinery Co. The bulk of his career was spent as a Plant Manager at LePages Co. in Gloucester. Phil was a charter member of the Chargers Youth Program, a senior warden at St. John's Episcopal Church, a contributor to Gloucester Athletic Association and a long-term member of the Gloucester Lodge of the Elks. In his free time, he enjoyed coaching youth sports, playing golf in Cape Ann leagues and beating all comers at cards and cribbage.

Phil married Patricia (Newman) also of Gloucester in 1955 and they enjoyed 66 years of marriage; filled with road trips, dancing, blueberry picking, sea clamming, and raising their family. Attending the sporting, musical and theatre events of his extended family was a priority and highlight for Phil.

Phil is survived by his companion, Jeanie Gallagher of Lynn; and his five children, Linda Palazola (Jack), Lori Osborn (Paul), Gary Lambert (Will), Lisa Lambert (Carolyn) and Glenn Lambert (Alaina); seven grandchildren Stephanie Palazola O'Neil, Bryan Palazola, Chelsea Osborn, Kinsey Osborn, Darcey Osborn, Reese Lambert, and Sally Lambert; seven great grandchildren; as well as a brother, Steven Lambert.

Phil is predeceased by his wife Patricia, sister Patricia Breck, and brother Leon Lambert.

Visiting hours will be at Campbell Funeral Home 61 Middle Street, Gloucester on Tuesday, September 30th from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and a Celebration of Phil will be held in the near future. Information, directions, condolences at www.campbellfuneral.com .