The Diocese of Brooklyn has been informed of the death of Reverend Gerald J. Fitzsimmons, S.M.M., a priest of the Montfort Missionaries – U.S. Province, who served the Diocese of Brooklyn as Pastor of Saint Mary Gate of Heaven (Ozone Park).

Father Fitzsimmons died on Friday, July 19, 2024.

The funeral arrangements are as follows:

WAKE: Sacred Heart Chapel 1725 Brentwood Road Brentwood, New York 11717 Tel: (631) 273-1187

Tuesday, July 23, 2024 3:00 PM – 7:30 PM

FUNERAL MASS: Sacred Heart Chapel 1725 Brentwood Road Brentwood, New York 11717 Tel: (631) 273-1187

Wednesday, July 24, 2024 11:00 AM

Please pray for the repose of his soul and for the consolation of his family and friends. May he rest in the peace of Christ, the Risen Lord. If you wish to send condolences, please mail to the Montfort Missionaries, 26 South Saxon Avenue, Bay Shore, New York 11706.

Reverend Monsignor Steven Aguggia, J.C.L.