Ulysse Poirier, 98, of Moncton, passed away peacefully on Monday May 25, 2026 at the Dr. Georges-L.-Dumont UHC. Born in Saint-Philippe, he was the son of the late Vital and Judith (Landry) Poirer.

Prior to his retirement, Ulysse was a general shop foreman at CN. He was a former member of the CN Supervisors Association, the Knights of Columbus and the Moncton Flying Club.

He is survived by three children: Géraldine Poirier-Baiani (Benito) of Fredericton, Denise Vick (Bill Allanach) of Moncton and Janice Bragdon (Paul) of Woodstock; six grandchildren: Mathieu, Vanessa, Laura, Sophie, Alex and Ian; three great-grandchildren: Liam, Lucas and Zoia; one sister, Corinne LeBlanc (late Edmond) of Moncton; as well as several nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, he was predeceased by his wife, Alice Gallant (2024); five sisters: Yvette, Dora, Lorraine, Patricia and Stella; as well as two brothers: Omer and Laurie.

As per his wishes there will be no visitation. The funeral service will be celebrated at Pavillon LeBlanc of Faubourg du Mascaret, 171 Morton Avenue, Moncton on Friday June 5 at 11 am.  Interment will be at Frenette Columbarium, Moncton.  In memory of Ulysse, and in lieu of flowers, a contribution to a charity of the donor’s choice would be appreciated. Funeral arrangements are in the professional care of Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, Moncton (506-858-1900).

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