Gerard Auguste

Gerard Auguste, age 94, of Brockton, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2026, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.

He was the beloved husband of the late Olivia Louis Auguste.

Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, he was the son of the late Francois Auguste and Felicine Desir. Growing up, Gerard possessed a fierce dedication to his education. As a young child, he constantly pushed himself to be at the top of his class, earning a coveted selection to visit the Presidential Palace during Christmas to receive gifts directly from the president.

Though tragedy struck when he became an orphan at just 12 years old, Gerard's resilient spirit never wavered. To survive and provide for himself, he began learning the blacksmith trade as a young boy and worked in that field for a number of years.

Undeterred by adversity, he continued to pursue knowledge independently until circumstances allowed him to formalize his education through night school.

In his adult life, Gerard turned his sharp intellect and work ethic toward a lifelong career as a dedicated craftsman. He became a master dry cleaner and finishing specialist, spending decades perfecting his trade. Renowned for his rare, expert knowledge of garment care, he skillfully operated industrial machinery and mastered the precise, intricate art of fabric pressing to become president of Modern Dry Cleaners in Port-au-Prince, Haiti.

Beyond his professional craftsmanship, Gerard was a passionate leader and intellectual. He proudly served as president of the Laborers Union in Haiti, fighting dedicatedly for his fellow workers. His diverse interests also included singing, reading, and engaging in deep conversations about politics. Above all, he was a pillar of strength, resilience, and devotion to his family.

He will be deeply missed and forever remembered by his family, friends, and all who were inspired by his extraordinary life journey.

Gerard is survived by his children: Monique Joseph, Micheline François, Pedro Auguste, Adeline Dorvilus, Roosevelt Auguste, Evens Auguste, Eddy Auguste, Rose Mirline Auguste, Marie Michelle Jean-Noel, Nadia Remy, Carline Auguste, Vladimir Auguste, Martine Auguste, Marjorie Auguste, Gerard Auguste, Jr.

His grandchildren: Ralph Nerette and family, Charlene Auguste Bien-Aime and family, Martsyl Joseph and family, Alex Joseph, Karen Dorvilus, Nadjee Auguste, Reggie Dorvilus and family, Doreen Azor and family, , Farrah Auguste and family Renaldo Remy and family, Jeffrey Remy and family, Jordan Auguste, Tarik M. Auguste and family, Widmir Auguste, Eddy Jr. Auguste and family, Ednickleda Auguste and family, Clyde Auguste, Bryan Auguste, Michael Jean-Noel, Marylynn Jean-Noel, Roosevelt Jr. Auguste, Pedro Auguste, Gladymir Auguste and family, Rooseline Auguste, Kimberly Auguste, India Auguste and family, Mckenzie Auguste, Paula Auguste, Anthony Auguste, Jacques Auguste, Peterson Auguste, Chantal Auguste, Ingride Auguste, Raphael Auguste

His 58 great grandchildren and 8 great-great-grandchildren.

His nephews and nieces: Marthel Auguste and family, Wilner Auguste and family, Daniel Auguste and family, Armide Auguste and family, Andelson Auguste, Nirva Auguste and family, Yvanov Auguste and family, Winza Auguste and family, Jude Auguste and family, Frantz Auguste and family, Michelet Auguste and family, Carlo Latouche and family, Lionel Auguste and family, Joel Auguste and family, Jean Auguste and family, Rikerson Auguste, Annette Auguste Plantin and family, Micheline Blaise and family, Mrs. Fritz Casseus and family, Judith Auguste Lorquet and family, Edner Auguste Jr. and family, Oldy Joel Auguste and family, and Nanette Pierre-Louis and family.

Gerard is preceded in death by his wife Olivia L. Auguste, his children: Lionel, Pedro, Patrick and Betty Auguste and his four brothers Andre, Felistène, Esmangar and Edner Auguste.

Visitation will be held on Monday, November 9, 2026, from 9-10am, with a funeral service beginning at 10am, in the Russell & Pica Funeral Home, 165 Belmont Street (Rte.123) Brockton. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery and afterward, we will gather for refreshments at New Jerusalem Evangelical Baptist Church - 871 North Main St. Randolph.