Gregory Phillip Sylvain

Gregory Phillip Sylvain, 70, died unexpectedly on July 13, 2026, while on his way to a café with his beloved companion, Deborah Moses. Born on October 7, 1955, in Saugus, Massachusetts, Greg lived a life defined by compassion, fairness, and a quiet belief that every person deserved dignity, kindness, and the opportunity to be seen.

Greg grew up in Dartmouth and Westport, Massachusetts. A gifted athlete and natural leader, he was Co-Captain of the varsity football team at Bishop Stang High School under Head Coach George Milot. He also competed on the track team and played basketball. It was during his high school years that he first met Deborah Moses.

Greg went on to earn his bachelor's degree from American International College while playing offensive tackle on the football team.

After college, Greg moved to Vermont and began his career with Vermont Mutual Insurance. He later married Louise LaPoint. Together they welcomed their first child, Ashley, who was born prematurely and passed away shortly after birth, and later welcomed their son, Ethan. Greg and Louise also owned and operated ParaMed Plus, Inc. for many years.

Greg took genuine joy in his family. He celebrated the accomplishments of his nieces and nephews with enthusiasm and never missed an opportunity to make every child feel remembered. His love of family continued with his grandson, Bunker Kitchel, whom he delighted in encouraging and supporting in his interests.

While living on Pine Ridge Road in West Berlin, Vermont, Greg coached his son's elementary school sports teams. He believed every child who came to the game deserved the chance to play, making sure each received equal playing time, regardless of the score. If a child needed a ride, Greg would gladly pick them up so they could be part of the team. It was a simple expression of a belief that guided his life: no one should be left out.

Greg's compassion extended far beyond his own family. He devotedly cared for Louise's father, George Guy, through the final chapter of his life, offering him dignity, comfort, and steadfast support.

Greg eventually rekindled the relationship he had first begun in high school with Deborah Moses. Together they made their home first in Bristol, Rhode Island, and later in New Bedford, Massachusetts. They enjoyed yoga, traveling to Mexico and the Adirondacks, walks by the ocean, and tending beautiful vegetable and flower gardens. Greg was also a lifelong reader who found joy in exploring spirituality and life's deeper questions.

In his later career, Greg found meaningful work with LifeStream, Inc. in Fall River, Massachusetts, supporting individuals with developmental disabilities, acquired brain injuries, and traumatic brain injuries. He cared deeply for those he served and treated everyone with patience, empathy, and respect. His kindness reached well beyond his profession. Whether quietly helping a stranger in need or buying food for children while traveling in Mexico, Greg never hesitated to give of himself or whatever he could.

Greg also loved animals. He and Deborah shared their home with eight beloved cats. He was also a proud godfather to Alexus “Lexi” Raposo and Steve Pacheco, a role he cherished.

Greg was preceded in death by his parents, Lucille Marie Sylvain (Bilodeau) and Donald Henry Sylvain; his siblings, John Sylvain, Judy Sylvain, and Dan Sylvain; and his daughter, Ashley Sylvain.

He is survived by his beloved companion, Deborah Moses; his son, Ethan Sylvain; his grandson, Bunker Kitchel; his brother, Mark Sylvain; his sisters, Karen Pitts and Beth Pacheco; along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members, dear friends, and all whose lives were touched by his generosity.

Visiting hours will be held on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., with a memorial service beginning at 7:15 p.m. A graveside burial service will follow on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, at 11:30 a.m. at Sacred Heart Cemetery, 559 Mt. Pleasant Street, New Bedford, Massachusetts.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Project Spay Rescue in Swansea, Massachusetts, in Greg's memory.

Those who knew Greg will remember an empathetic, encouraging, observant, gentle, wise, and deeply generous man. Greg never sought recognition for his kindness; he simply lived as though every person mattered. Whether coaching children, caring for family, supporting people with disabilities, or helping a stranger in need, he showed that a meaningful life is measured not by what we accumulate, but by the kindness we leave behind.