Joseph J. "Jerry" Gallant, 88, of Fitchburg

FITCHBURG: Joseph J. “Jerry” Gallant, 88, of Fitchburg, died Monday, June 23, 2025 at The Highlands, Fitchburg. He passed peacefully with his daughter “Kat" by his side, while his favorite music played. Born on February 17, 1937, in Pointe-du-Chêne, New Brunswick, Canada, the son of Francis and Delia Marie (Bourque) Gallant. He moved to Fitchburg, Massachusetts in 1954. Fitchburg is where he married, raised his family and would call home for the rest of his life. Jerry is survived by his children: his son Robert Gallant and his wife Sarah of Townsend; his daughters Karen M. Gallant of Ware, and Kathleen G. Goss and her husband Jason of Fitchburg; and his daughter-in-law Lyn Gallant of Georgia. He also leaves behind his brother and sister-in-law, William and Gayle Gallant of New Brunswick, Canada. Known affectionately as “Pepere,” Jerry was the proud grandfather of 19 grandchildren: Kerrie, Holly, Christopher, Erin, Brian, Kevin, Eric, Thomas, Eva, Macey, Tayvian, Ryan, Zachary, Andrea, Noel, Alisha, Jaimee, Michael, and Shelby. He also had 13 great-grandchildren: Krista, Marcel, Nari, Owen, Logan, Isaiah, Dominic, Maverick, Shaylene, Ace, Javiel, Ruairi, and Ella. Jerry will be fondly remembered by many beloved nieces, nephews, wonderful neighbors who became like family, and the countless friends of his children who knew him simply as “Dad.” He was predeceased by his loving wife of 53 years, Eileen E. (Leger) Gallant in 2014, and by his son, Steven P. Gallant, in 2016. He was also predeceased by his siblings Anita Pothier of Leominster, and Edward Gallant, Corrinne Dollard, and Geneva LeBlanc, all of New Brunswick. From 1960 to 1962, Jerry proudly served in the United States Army. A devoted fan of the Boston Bruins, he could often be found watching sports, cheering for his team, or reminiscing about his own days on the ice. He built backyard rinks on Beech Street where he played hockey and created lasting memories for his family and friends. Jerry made sure his home was always open for gatherings—summer BBQs, horseshoe games, countless hours of volleyball or quiet moments in his lawn chair with a radio and an ice-cold beer. When Beech St. became South St., the fun and memories followed. He also enjoyed bowling and participated in several leagues over the years at Mason’s Bowling Alley in Leominster and both Putnam Street Lanes and Palace Lanes in Fitchburg. For eleven years, Jerry worked in the maintenance department at Lura White School in Shirley, retiring in 2013. Prior to that, he was employed at Prime Value Mart and R & R Jewelers in Fitchburg. Jerry was a member of St. Joseph’s Parish in Fitchburg where his entire family spent many years working the annual St. Joe’s bazaar. Jerry’s life was full of love, laughter, and generosity. He leaves behind a legacy of warmth, family, and friendship that will be cherished by all who knew him. Jerry’s funeral service will be held 11 AM Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at St. Joseph’s Church, 49 Woodland Street, Fitchburg. Interment with military honors will be held at Massachusetts Veterans Cemetery, Winchendon. The Isabelle & Anderson Funeral Home, 316 Clarendon Street, Fitchburg is assisting the family with arrangements.

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Joseph J. "Jerry" Gallant, 88, of Fitchburg

February 17, 1943 - June 23, 2025