Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Maurice Gilbert Obituary
He was born Dec. 28, 1939 in Webster, the son of the late Lionel and Bertha (Maurice) Gilbert and was a graduate of Holy Name Central School, Assumption Preparatory School and attended Assumption College, all in Worcester. He later graduated from the Grand Seminary in Montreal, Canada. He was ordained on May 19, 1966.
Fr. Gilbert was chaplain of the Knights of Columbus Council # 11020. He began his pastorship as Associate Pastor at Notre Dame Church in Southbridge, later becoming Pastor. He then moved to St. Joseph's Church in Auburn where he served as associate-pastor, then co-pastor at St. James Church in South Grafton, and later he was named Pastor at St. Joseph's Church in Worcester. Fr. Gilbert returned as Pastor for Notre Dame Church in Southbridge and presently served as Pastor of St. Augustine's Church in Millville from December 2003 until the time of his death.
Rev. Gilbert is survived by one sister, Helen B. Gilbert of Millville, several cousins and his faithful companion and pet, "Missy". A very special "thank you" to Laure Berthelette of Millville for her compassionate care and to the entire St. Augustine's parish for their support.
Fr. Gilbert's family would like to thank all the wonderful doctors who lovingly cared for Father throughout his illness; especially Dr. Gary Blanchard, Dr. Elizabeth Mahanor, and medical student Mark Fitzgerald. Their kindness was very much appreciated. We would also like to thank the late Deacon Bill Lucier, Sr., Mary Ann Bartell CSE and the VNA hospice team who made his last months more comfortable.
A concelebrated funeral Mass will be Tuesday, July 26, 2011 at 11 AM in St. Augustine's Church, 17 Lincoln St., Millville. The celebrant will be Bishop George E. Rueger, Bishop Emeritus of Worcester.
Entombment will be in Notre Dame Cemetery and Mausoleum, 162 Webster St., Worcester 01603.
He will lay in rest from 3-7 PM on Monday, July 25, 2011 in St. Augustine's Church followed by a vigil service at 7 PM.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial donations in his memory be made to St. Augustine's Church, 17 Lincoln St., P.O. Box 710, Millville, MA 01529.
Arrangements are under the direction of the BUMA FUNERAL HOMES, Uxbridge.
www.bumafuneralhome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Maurice Gilbert
July 27, 2011
Dear Helen,
I am sorry for the loss of your brother. Though it was only a short time that I knew him, I came to know a gentle, honest, and humorous loving man. It was an honor to be a part of your lives during this time.
Don Eckerson,
VNA Care Network and Hospice
Dan and Jill Foley
July 26, 2011
May you rest in the peace of the Lord. Dan and Jill Foley
Dan and Jill Foley
July 26, 2011
You will always be in our hearts for all you have done for us and our parish. God Bless. Dan and Jill Foley
David LaFleche & Family
July 25, 2011
Dear Helen, we are very sorry to hear of your brother’s passing. We all have wonderful memories of Fr. Gilbert’s presence at Notre Dame in Southbridge. His leadership, spiritual influence, compassion, dedication and kindness were all part of his legacy. In 1994, Fr. Gilbert led my mom’s (Albina Corriveau Lafleche) funeral mass and shared a wonderful eulogy that we will never forget. His impact on our parish and community has had a profound influence spanning many, many years. We are all blessed to have known Fr. Gilbert and will keep him close in our prayers and memories. Sincerely, David LaFleche & Family
Beatrice, Kathleen & Nancy Shields
July 25, 2011
We feel certain that the Lord will say "well done".
We are grateful for having known Father Gilbert,
July 25, 2011
I remember Father Gilbert from the years
I was a member of St.James in South Grafton.He was truly a man of God,he came to my home and blessed it for me and my family. Mary Jane Williston
T I
July 25, 2011
Fr. Gilbert was a wonderful person.
He did hidden acts of kindness.
I remember seeing him helf a homeless person in a bitter cold snow storm, not knowing that someone, me could see him.
May you rest in peace. Your kindness to me was sunshine during very difficult times.
TI
July 25, 2011
Fr. Gilbert married my husband & I 15 years ago at Notre Dame in Southbridge. He was a wonderful person and will be missed
Sherry Harper
July 25, 2011
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies for the loss of your dear brother. He will be greatly missed.
He was a priest at our parish in So. Grafton when I was a teenager on the journey of making my confirmation. I always enjoyed his sermons, especially when he always added the phrase, "ey". He had a very contagious smile and I will always remember him that way.
May God give you the strength to deal with your great loss and may you rely on all your beautiful memories of him.
He is now on his greatest journey of all, to the kingdom of our heavenly Father. God bless you
Sherry "Jacques" Harper
July 24, 2011
Dear Helen, Our deepest prayers and sympathy on the loss of your dear brother and our friend Fr Gilbert. I'm sure the Good Lord had his arms open wide for him! God Bless , Your Friends at Bouchers Good Books and Gifts. Our Love, Bunny, Michele, Veronika and Denise.
Mary Paula Lydon
July 24, 2011
We have been blessed over the past few months to be able to share in the wonderful story of love and kindness given to Fr. Gilbert as he prepared to enter his heavenly reward. My daughter, Maura Lydon is the fiancee' of Mark Fitzgerald and we are honored to know of Fr. Gilbert and the wonderful care and attention he received from Mark. God Bless You Father!!
Ken and Michele Miller
July 24, 2011
My wife and I were fortunate enough to have been married by Father Gilbert at St. Joseph's Church in Worcester almost 26 years ago. He was a very kind man, and in a funny but loving and caring way, helped my wife and I understand the true meaning of marriage and the hard work that goes into making it work. We faithfully received a Christmas card from him every year since then, that's how thoughtful of a man he was. May God bless him and his soul.
July 24, 2011
Father Maurice Gilbert was my classmate at Assumption Prep and Assumption College - always a good and gentle man. He was also a dedicated, faithful, and caring priest. May his soul rest in the loving embrace of our God. Father Andre Dargis, Scottsdale, AZ
Mary Fitzgerald
July 24, 2011
My nephew and godson, Mark, was privileged to know Father Gilbert and his family and witness how faithfully and lovingly they faced his illness and approaching death.
I know how much he appreciated the generosity with which they shared their experience and I am so grateful for such extraordinary kindness in advancing his medical education.
Thank you.
Normand Guertin
July 23, 2011
I sat in front of Maurice in the study hall at Assumption Prep when I was a senior and he was a junior. He was serious in study hall, but would always laugh when I was clowning around, and that was very often. My condolences to the family.
Normand Guertin
Ernest Kooistra
July 23, 2011
I am not Catholic, but Father Gilbert always made me feel welcome at Saint Augustine’s.
God Bless.
Walter/Lorraine Kanz/Boucher
July 23, 2011
RIP Father Gilbert, you are now home and in peace.
Showing 1 - 17 of 17 results
Make a Donation
in Maurice Gilbert's name
Memorial Events
for Maurice Gilbert
How to support Maurice's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Maurice Gilbert's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
