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Gregory Desautels Obituary

Gregory Desautels, 46

CLINTON - Gregory E. Desautels, 46, died Tuesday, June 1, 2021, in his home, after being stricken ill.

He leaves his mother and step-father, Suzanne (Kilcoyne) Nolan and Philip Nolan, Jr., with whom he lived; a brother, Brian Desautels and his wife, Cathy, of Holden; a sister, Johnna Quinn, and her husband, Steven, of Lancaster; seven nieces and nephews: Brendan and Molly Desautels, and Maggie, Jack, Max, Sam and Joe Quinn; many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends; and his father, Brian Desautels, of Sterling.

Greg was born in Worcester and raised in Clinton. A graduate of Clinton High School, he worked for various area businesses over the years.

He was a life-long member of St. John the Guardian of Our Lady Parish, and was an avid sports fan, who enjoyed watching all of the Boston sports teams, and rooting for all of his nieces and nephews at their sporting events throughout the years.

Greg and his family are eternally gratefully for the gift of life that he was given 31 years ago, when he became a kidney transplant recipient, and for the continuity of care that he received at Tufts Floating Children's Hospital, and later, Tufts Medical Center, Boston. His warm smile, and friendly, outgoing personality will be forever remembered.

Greg's funeral will be held on SATURDAY, June 5, 2021 from the McNally & Watson Funeral Home, 304 Church St., Clinton, with a Mass at 10:00 a.m. in St. John the Evangelist Church, 80 Union St., Clinton. Burial will follow in St. John's Cemetery, Lancaster. Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours at the funeral home on THURSDAY, June 3, 2021, from 4:00-7:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial donations be made to one of two organizations that helped Greg tremendously during his life: March of Dimes, 515 Madison Ave, 20th floor, New York, NY 10222, or to Tufts Children's Hospital Development, ATTN: Nephrology, 800 Washington St., Box 231, Boston, MA 02111.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Jun. 2 to Jun. 4, 2021.

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Jennifer O'Loughlin

November 11, 2021

Despite the delay in my message, for which I apologize, please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Greg. He was two years behind me in school and I always remember him to be a thoughtful, introspective, gentle, positive, hard-working and kind fellow classmate. I have endearing memories of him as a student and as a community member. I am so very sorry that we lost him so young. I hope your cherished and loving memories will always provide you comfort, especially during this continuing difficult time. I'm sorry this is written so late but I don't live in the area anymore and I'm just now finding out. But, I wanted you to know that people paid attention to Greg, and new what kind of person he was, and that he made a positive impact in his community and on others, probably without knowing it, given his humility. I wish the Red Sox could have gone all the way for him! I am truly sorry for your loss.

John Kittredge

July 12, 2021

Dear Suzanne, We are so sorry to hear of Greg's untimely passing. He was such a sweet kid and i'm sure you are just heart-broken. We will continue to pray for Greg and hope the cherished memories will sustain you. God bless Greg and his family. John & Rita Kittredge

Joe&Kathy Burgwinkle

June 6, 2021

We are deeply saddened by your lost, we will keep you in our prayers.

Christine Casasanto

June 4, 2021

Sorry to the family on your loss of Greg he was always a nice guy to me and if he ever saw me anywhere out he come right up to me to say hi. Had alot of memories with him through my young years when our dad's coached together and going through our school years. My thoughts and prayers to him and his family.

Mary McNally

June 4, 2021

Greg, you were more than our cousin; you were more like our fifth son! We will be forever grateful for your visit to our front porch last week. Never in a million years did we think it would be the last time we saw you. You fought the good fight, Greg. Now, you can rest in eternal peace. Love, Mary, Bill and "the boys," as you so affectionally referred to them.

Carolyn and Fran

June 3, 2021

We love you and are going to miss you so much. We always enjoyed being in your company, and will miss your smile, and your kind personality. Forever in our hearts. Rest In Peace.

Karen Moore-Mello

June 3, 2021

I am so sorry to read of Greg's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Claire Lent

June 3, 2021

Suzanne and family, may the happy memories of Greg be with all of you at this sad time. He always had a smile and hello for everyone.

Keith Clark (McGuirk)

June 3, 2021

Very sorry for your loss. It was always nice to see Greg around. I'll always remember his kindness. One of the good guys.

Irene Otoole

June 2, 2021

Thoughts and prayers to all. May you find comfort in all your memories.

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June 2, 2021

Sharing a few pictures of you from our last reunion a few years ago. Was so great to see you after so many years. My deepest condolences to the Desautels Family. Greg was an amazing guy.

Marcia Newton

June 2, 2021

Please know that our thoughts & prayers are with you all.

Geri Hutchinson Massalski

June 2, 2021

May happier memories sustain you in the days ahead. Condolences to the entire family.

Bob And Nancy Casasanto

June 2, 2021

Sorry for your loss of a such a great son, he always gave me a hug when we met out side of stores in town

Diane Lucht

June 2, 2021

So very sorry for your loss!

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