Maurice (Moe) Gallant, 68, of Moncton, passed away on Sunday January 4, 2026 at his residence. Born in Moncton, he was the son of Gérarda (Bernard) Gallant of Collette and the late Emile Gallant of Young Ridge.

Maurice was a master-mechanic and the owner operator of Gallant Steering Service.

He is survived by three step-children: Melanie Randall (Carman) of Lincoln, John (Linh) of Edmonton, AB, and Joseph (Sarah) of Fredericton; six step-grandchildren: Dustin, Ethan, Isaac, Owain, Emily, Selina; and two step-great-grandchildren.

Besides his mother, he is also survived by one sister, Alice Gallant of Dieppe; four brothers: Normand (Doris) and Claude, both of Moncton, Laurie of Montréal, QC, and Roland of Cocagne; his nieces and nephews: Chris, Jason, Nicholas, Jesse, Antony, and Jacob; as well as many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Besides his father, he was predeceased by his wife, Mary (Goosmann), and his brother, Léonard.

The family will receive condolences at Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, 88 Church Street, Moncton (506-858-1900) where the funeral service will be celebrated on Wednesday January 14 at 4 pm. Visiting hours are Wednesday from 2 pm until time of funeral. The funeral service will be streamed live; to view the funeral, go to Maurice's obituary on the Frenette Website. Interment will be in Our Lady of Calvary cemetery in Dieppe. In memory of Maurice, a contribution to CHU Dumont Foundation (cardiology) would be appreciated.

Words of comfort and donations may be made at www.frenettefuneralhome.com