Father Andre M. Gariepy, originally from St. Cecilia's, passed away this past Tuesday, May 25, at St. Vincent's hospital in Worcester.
Considering his connection to the parish, we wanted to send a quick note out to the community, to make people aware in case those who knew or remember Fr. Gariepy would like to attend his calling hours or the funeral.
Calling hours will be held at St. Cecilia's on Thursday, May 27 from 4pm to 7pm, with a vigil service at 7pm.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday, May 28, at 1 pm in St. Cecilia's Church. Burial will follow in St. Cecilia's Cemetery.
Please keep Father Gariepy, as well as his family and friends, in your prayers.
Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.