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Larry Gilman

1967 - 2018

Larry Gilman obituary, 1967-2018, Clinton, MA

BORN

1967

DIED

2018

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McNally & Watson Funeral & Cremation Service - Clinton

304 Church Street

Clinton, Massachusetts

Larry Gilman Obituary

Larry C. Gilman, 51

Clinton - Larry C. Gilman, 51, died Friday, September 14, 2018, peacefully in his sleep at home, after a hard fought battle with cancer.

He leaves a son, Shane P. Gilman, of Clinton; his father, Larry E. Gilman, with whom he lived; a brother, David J. Gilman, and his wife, Heidi, of Clinton; two nieces: Caitlin and Abaigeal; his former wife, Katherine M. (Merz) Gilman, of Clinton; step-children: Derek Briner of Lancaster and Melissa Briner of Missoula, MT; aunts and uncles: Rita McGeehan of Clinton, Dr. Richard Eakin and his wife, Joann, of Greenville, NC, Scott Gilman and his wife, Nancy, of Green Valley, AZ; and cousins: Maryrose McNamara and her husband, John, Patricia Mayou and her husband, Edward, Kevin McGeehan, and Robert McGeehan, and his wife, Linda, all of Clinton, Colleen Files, and her husband, Greg, of Bethel, ME, Bruce Gilman and his wife, Ann, of Irvine, CA, Alan Gilman, of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, Matt Eakin and his wife, Susan, of Columbus, OH, and Maridy Knight and her husband, Mark, of Durham, NC.

Larry was born and raised in Clinton, son of the late Mary Patricia "Pat" (McGeehan) Gilman, who died in 2009. He was a graduate of Clinton High School, Class of 1985.

For many years, he worked in commercial and residential construction for various companies in Worcester County.

Larry was a member and Past Leading Knight of the Clinton Lodge of Elks, and a member of the VFW Auxiliary. He enjoyed golfing, skiing, and snowmobiling. He was very patriotic and a huge history fan. He enjoyed watching the New England Patriots and Boston Red Sox. Some of his favorite places to visit were his trips to Myrtle Beach and to The Masters, Lake Carmi, in Franklin, VT, camping in White River Valley Camp Ground, in Gayesville, VT, and vacationing in Penobscot, ME. He was the most recent recipient of the Shillelagh Award from the Clinton Leprechaun Society.

The Gilman family wishes to thank Dr. Shepro and the staff at St. Vincent Cancer Center, Worcester, and the nurses and staff at Jewish Healthcare Center for their compassionate care.

Larry's funeral will be held on Saturday, September 22, 2018, with a service at 10:00 a.m. in the United Church of Clinton, 109 Haskell Ave. Burial will follow in Reservoir Pines Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours at the McNally & Watson Funeral Home, 304 Church St., on Friday, September 21, 2018, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the Crystal Club Charity, 343 Main St., Clinton, MA 01510.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette from Sep. 17 to Sep. 21, 2018.

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December 7, 2018

True gentleman...that smile...you were our protector on woodruff rd...

Stan Marcinczyk

September 21, 2018

Me and Larry were friends for many years. We caddied together at IGC, we were both hooked on golf and were the 5 & 6 man on Clinton golf team our freshman year. We won 3 championships together, shared a lot of laughs, drank a lot of beers at brewski down the street from his house. Larry was a truly special person and it my honor to know him. R.I.P. my friend

Karen Oberg

September 20, 2018

When we were in grammar and high school there was a group of us that would ski together every winter. Larry was always the center of attention with his contagious smile and laugh. Larry touched the lives of many. We now all have a special angel watching over us. We must remember that Larry is no longer suffering and in a better place. My thoughts and prayers are with the Gilman family and children during this difficult time!

Debra McMahon-Cote

September 19, 2018

My deepest sympathy to the Gilman family. Larry was a gentleman with a great sense of humor ... he will be dearly missed by his many friends.

Rob and Judi Tervo

September 19, 2018

We will be out of town and will miss the services for Larry - but we will keep our memories of him close to our hearts - our sincere condolences to his family and friends alike. Rest in peace Larry.

Jackie Baldassarre

September 18, 2018

My condolences to all the family and friends of Larry, RIP.

September 18, 2018

I will always remember many conversations with Larry during a very hard time in my life, when my sister Mary Agnes was diagnosed with Leukemia. He always made me laugh when I was always crying! Larry I will shed tears for you, but a lot more smiles and laughter.
God Bless to all the family!
Larry Sr. BIG HUGS! You are an amazing person.

Lots of Love
Alana Limber

Mike O'Donoghue

September 18, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with all who loved and will miss Larry. Go with God and rest in peace Larry.

Donna Souza

September 18, 2018

Deepest of sympathies to Kathy, Shane, Melissa , Derek and Mr Gilman. A very difficlt time for all however Larry is no longer in pain. Keep his memories close and always remember the love he had for each one of you. Rest well Larry.

Joseph Cote

September 17, 2018

My Thoughts and Prayers are with The Gilman Family going Thru this very tough time .We All Loved Larry a Friend to Us All. A Great Guy

Kris Regonini

September 17, 2018

Rest in peace Larry, will miss you dearly my friend.

David Shepro

September 17, 2018

Larry was a wonderful man. His father loved him deep within his heart and cared for him with uncompromising kindness.

While we have wonderful nurses at our Worcester office, none probably, were as sweet, honest, open, and perfect as Larry's mother, Patricia Gilmam RN.

We all remember her commitment to the very best and compassionate care that she gave to so many in our community for many many years. She taught me many important lessons regarding the best care possible.

God bless her and our memory of her. I am very grateful to have known Patty and I was honored to do our best to care for Larry.

We tried to emulate that care that she would have sought and insisted for her sweet son. God Bless Larry and his mother Patricia/Patty Gilman and his father Larry Gilman and our wonderful community.

Corinne Nuttle

September 17, 2018

Rest in peace Larry, in my thought ,and prayers to the family .

Meg Hudson

September 17, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Kathy my special friend we love you. RIP Larry.

Tena & Scott Black

September 17, 2018

My thoughts & prayers are with the entire family as you mourn the loss of Larry. As a member of the Auburn/Webster Elks Lodge#2118 rest in peace - To Our Absent Member

Bonnie Martinath-Towne

September 17, 2018

Condolences to Larry's family. May he rest in piece.

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