Patricia A. Gilberg, 77, of Delray Beach, FL and formerly of Worcester, MA passed away on Sunday, December 28, 2014.  Patricia was a teacher in the Worcester Public School system for 35 years and a former nun with the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament.  She belonged to Emmanuel Church in Delray and was a member of numerous charitable organizations.  She loved to cook, was an avid reader, and a supporter of Human Rights organizations.  She is survived by her brother, John C. Gilberg; two sisters, Marilyn Therrien & Katherine Gilberg; two nephews, Christopher Therrien & "Jay" Gilberg; two nieces, Erica Burns & Jennifer Therrien; great-nephews, Matthew, Evan, & Oliver and great-nieces, Kate and Eloise.

A memorial mass will be celebrated on Thursday, January 8, 2015, 6PM at Emmanuel Catholic Church, 15700 South Military Trail, Delray Beach.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the ASPCA , 424 East 92nd St. New York, NY 10128; the Heifer Organization , 1 World Ave. Little Rock, AR 72202 or to Hospice of Palm Beach County , 5300 East Ave., West Palm Beach, FL 33407.  To donate, you can click on the organization(s) of your choice.