Michael E. Galipeau

Michael E. Galipeau, age 60, passed away at home on Monday, December 19, 2011, after a three and a half year battle with Lymphoma. He was the beloved son of Loretta (Forand) Galipeau and the late Theodore Galipeau.

Born and raised in New Bedford, he spent his entire life here. He was a graduate of New Bedford High School. He was a plumber and Co-Owner, with his brother, of Galipeau Plumbing and Heating. He enjoyed sailing, his first passion, since he was a young boy. He once sailed to the Virgin Islands. He also enjoyed skiing and golfing.

He is survived by his three children; Michael Galipeau of New Bedford, Nina Galipeau of Quincy and Crystal Parker and her husband Plinio of San Diego, California, one brother; Richard A. Galipeau and his wife Sharon of Lakeville, one sister; Susan Levy and her husband Frank of Georgia, two grand babies, a dear friend Michiko Levine, two nieces, several aunts, uncles and cousins.

His funeral will be held on Thursday, December 22, 2011 at 9 am at ROCK Funeral Home, 1285 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford followed by a funeral mass at 10 am at St. Kilian Church, 306 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford. Visiting hours Wednesday from 5-8 pm. Burial is private.