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Brian Lambert Obituary
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Brian W. Lambert, 50, died on Friday, February 15, 2019, in UMass Memorial Medical Center, Memorial Campus, Worcester, after a lifelong battle with chronic kidney disease. In 1972, at the age of 4, he was the first child to successfully undergo a kidney transplant when a team of doctors at Massachusetts General Hospital transplanted one of his mother's kidneys. A fighter throughout his life, he endured dialysis for the last 29 years.
He leaves his father, Thomas J. Granger of Coventry, RI; his stepmother, Diane J. (Austin) Granger of Oxford; four brothers: Richard D. Lambert and his companion, Rebecca Smith, Thomas J. Lambert and his partner, Nicholas C. Hicks, Scott F. Lambert and his fiancee, Ericka J. LeBlanc, all of Millbury, and Wayne T. Granger and his wife, Caitlyn E. (Parzych) Granger, of Sturbridge; a sister, Marie E. (Granger) Arsenault and her husband, Daniel J. Arsenault, of Leicester; seven nieces and two nephews; three grandnieces and five grandnephews; aunts, uncles, and cousins; two close friends: Brian Burns of Spencer and Richard Penny of North Brookfield; and many friends who loved him. He was predeceased by his mother, Gail T. (McKeown) Granger Lambert and his stepfather, Frederick A. Lambert.
Born in Worcester on July 28, 1968, Brian lived in Millbury for most of his life. He was a 1987 graduate of Worcester Boys Trade High School.
Over the years, he enjoyed playing baseball, hockey, basketball, football, and video games. An avid Boston Bruins fan, he also liked following all of the Boston professional teams. He loved camping and, especially, spending time with family and friends.
Brian's Funeral Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, February 23, in Assumption Catholic Church, 10 Waters St., Millbury. Those wishing to attend the Mass are requested to go directly to the church.
After cremation, Brian's remains will be buried privately beside his mother in Central Cemetery, Millbury.
Calling hours at Turgeon Funeral Home, 56 Main St., Millbury, will be Friday, February 22, from 5:00 to 8:00 P.M.
PLEASE NOTE: A Go Fund Me Account has been established online. Anyone wishing to help Brian's family defray the funeral expenses may use this account or write a check to the funeral home.
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Tommy
February 15, 2025
Missing you you never know the effects a person has on your heart until they go, it seems like it's been forever Brian already Sat by the Grave today and cried , I know you told me I had to go on in my life and be happy... but yours was the kindest heart Brothers we will all be forever not even death can change that... I can't wait to see you all Mom and Daddy..., but I wish we all didn't have to pass away ... Where ever yous are , I do hope everything is how we talked the other side would be ... Love you me Tommy
Victoria Fontana
February 13, 2025
I think of you often and pray for your soul in heaven. You were a good friend to Robert and Jeffrey when you were a young man going to school at trade.
I know we lost touch for many years but I always pray for you.
RIP
VICTORIA FONTANA
ROBERT AND JEFFREY DELORGE'S MOM
Natalia
October 23, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Natalia Hicks
Natalia Hicks
November 18, 2022
I miss him so much he was so loving and i loved him we all do. - Natalia Hicks
Amy Ebbeson
March 12, 2019
Brian was so much fun to have around. Some great memories. Much love to Tommy and family, and all that knew Brian.
Jenn & Sean Sanderson
February 25, 2019
My deepest sympathies to the Lambert family. Brian was always so happy and cheerful to be around. He will be greatly missed by many. Rest in Peace Little B.
Rita Daigle
February 24, 2019
Rip cousin
Your not suffering any longer !
Love your cousin rita and the family
Dianne Kapurch
February 23, 2019
I will always remember "L'il B" as the fun and funny guy to be around. My sympathy to Marie and Wayne.
Layla ms Lilly Croft
February 22, 2019
RIP fly with the Angels Brian we will all miss you such a funny man we love you and will miss all the treasured memories we have of you being here I will miss your smile the way you ms Lilly your wave listening to us singing duets your brother Tom and I or Kenny and Tom or Kenny Tom and I in our groups united as one where we met on smule all those years ago keep smiling and dancing your home with your family now we know your still here with us in spirit thanks for your comforting Tom too when he is down and low thinking of you all with sympathy and our deepest condolences
Diane Simons
February 22, 2019
Brian, I will always remember you with a smile on your face even with all you went through in life. We will miss that beautiful smile of yours.
Your loving cousin, Diane
Tammy Shaffer Merrill
February 22, 2019
My dear cousin Brian
I will remember our youth and all the good times we had growing up. You always smiled through all the pain .....and those dimples! May you Rest In Peace. Your kind heart will be truly missed!
Love Always, cousin Tammy
Ellie Choummanivong
February 22, 2019
Brian my dear cousin your free fly high spread your wings do the impossible. I'm shocked when I heard your passing but relieved your not suffering anymore. You lived a battle life you were such a fighter. I remember the day you told me if I live to be 50 I'm happy. Well only you knew. I or should I say we will miss you unconditionally. All the memories we had will always be here in my heart. To the family our condolences prayers and thoughts are with you all. May God show you all guidance and peace. God bless you all with love and strength.
Brian. Say hi to mom and dad for me and say hi to your mom. Tell them I love them.
Gloria Besse
February 22, 2019
God Bless B's Family and Friends Forever
Debra Daigle
February 22, 2019
Brian your more of a brother to me i will miss you everyday say hi to everyone for me i love you brian
Brian's fav flowers colour
Layla and kenny mrs lilly Foster
February 22, 2019
Bro Tom and layla
Layla and kenny mrs lilly Foster
February 22, 2019
Brian and I layla
Layla and kenny mrs lilly Foster
February 22, 2019
Smule Kenny nad i
Layla and kenny mrs lilly Foster
February 22, 2019
Have faith
Layla and kenny mrs lilly Foster
February 22, 2019
We're here for you all with deepest sympathy
Layla and kenny mrs lilly Foster
February 22, 2019
Kenny Brian Tom and layla smule brought us together
Layla and kenny mrs lilly Foster
February 22, 2019
Brian as queen of hearts
Layla and kenny mrs lilly Foster
February 22, 2019
Tomacema
Layla and kenny mrs lilly Foster
February 22, 2019
Rip Brian you have a golden heart
Layla and kenny mrs lilly Foster
February 22, 2019
Kenny and layla
Layla and kenny mrs lilly Foster
February 22, 2019
Best friends
Layla and kenny mrs lilly Foster
February 22, 2019
Krista Lambert
February 21, 2019
My little schmeagle, my loving uncle B. How we wish things could have been so different, we all know that you are in a better place❤ Always so carefree you will be missed so much. You were always making up songs with our names and singing them out loud while you'd be sweeping or dusting or cleaning and keeping a busy man. You'd keep a smile on all of our faces even when we annoyed you. I love you so much! I know that you & grandma are smiling down on all of us and will guide us and keep us safe until we meet again. Lots of hugs & kisses to heaven for both of you
Kim Rizzuto
February 21, 2019
Sending sincere condolences to Brian's family. He fought this battle long and hard. You would never know it though he always had a beautiful smile that would brighten up the whole room. Such a sweet soul. You will be missed .
Victoria Fontana
February 21, 2019
It is with great sorrow, I give my sincere condolences to Brian's family.
I knew Brian when he was a little boy, and his mom was alive. He was a good friend to my oldest son. Robert in his young life.
He was such a loving beautiful young boy.
I loved , having him visit and stay with, my sons at my home.
He was ,always in my prayers, will remain ,Always in my Heart .
I LOVE YOU BRIAN, REST IN PEACE
YOU FOUGHT A LONG BATTLE.
LOVINGLY, VICTORIA FONTANA. ( AKA. DELORGE
Thomas Lambert
February 20, 2019
Brian, this doesn't seem real that you have moved on to the other side... Where ever that may be, I sit here and wonder what you might be doing now... If your with Mommy and Daddy and Everyone else that have gone before you... I sit and stare at your pictures and wonder if you hear me talking to you... and your reactions, We all got together tonight and looked at all your pictures, what joy you still brought to our hearts.. We smiled, chuckled and ever shed tears while remembering precious moments we each shared with you... I remember always laughing with you... Never really caring what others thought.., Doing our thing... cooking on the grill... many summer nights by the fire, strawberry shortcakes... Horror movies... Christmas Cartoons Charlie Brown... Scooby Doo... Hulk... You loving your sports Hockey, Football, Baseball and basketball.... You always wished you could play as a Professional Hockey player and I hope you are now where ever you might be. It's been snowing since you left... I wonder if it's a sign, from our previous conversation's... Heaven is so beautiful its what you said it was ... when you have died before and come back, you said it was pretty much like here on earth, but no pain suffering, just Mansions, and everything is just so beautiful, bright colors with a glowing white around everything. I remember playing cards picth, board games, wrestling Monday and Tuesday night Raw... wwf.. I hope Your Spirit will often visit... Yours is always welcomed in my home, .. I was so worried you had to do that part of leaving on your own... I so wanted to be with you... When you left. Because on that day ... A big part of my heart left ... Those last pure and so innocent moments...
I Love you Brian, I've been so lonely with you being gone... love You
Kim Provencher
February 20, 2019
I am sorry to hear about the loss of Brian. He was always so polite and kind when I spoke with him. I hope he sleeps in the sweetest peace.
Dorothy Granger
February 20, 2019
Brian is at peace now.No more pain,no more suffering. He is smiling down on everyone he loved with that huge smile of his , your guardian angel now. May he Rest In Peace and peace be with his family. Love and my sympathies to you all. Aunty Dot
Tracey Fantini
February 19, 2019
Brian, also known as little B was an amazing man. He loved everyone and was loved by everyone. He was a fighter, for he had to struggle his whole life to stay alive. He was a family man, family always came first. I love you little B. Rock them heavens and,say hi to mom and dad for me. You will be greatly missed.
Sandra & David McCarthy
February 19, 2019
It's hard to know what to say at this sad time.
We will never forget Brian as he will live in our hearts everyday.
RIP my special friend.
Samantha Burdzel
February 19, 2019
May you be at piece Brian..fly high my cousin enjoy your wings..
My condolences to the family...
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