February 1-4, 2024
With Heavy Hearts, AU Mourns the Passing of the Great Professor of the Order of Saint Gabriel
Rev. Bro. Simeon Anupatt Petchara-Yuttachai
With profound sadness, Assumption University announces the peaceful passing of Rev. Bro. Simeon Claude Petiteau f.s.g., the Great Professor of the Order of Saint Gabriel, on January 31, 2024.
In a touching gesture of condolence, His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua and Her Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana of Thailand have bestowed beautiful funeral wreaths in hues of yellow and purple in memory of the late Rev. Bro. Simeon Claude Petiteau f.s.g., the Great Professor of the Order of Saint Gabriel. The revered wreaths were graciously received by Rev. Bro. Dr. Dechachai Sripichan, Chairman of the Assumption University Council and the Provincial Superior of the Montfort Brothers of St. Gabriel, Province of Thailand, along with Rev. Bro. Dr. Verayuth Boonpram, Vice President for Academic Affairs at Assumption University.
This royal homage underscores the profound respect and recognition for Rev. Bro. Simeon’s significant contributions to education and his enduring legacy at Assumption University and beyond. The Assumption University community is deeply honored by this gesture, reflecting the strong bonds and mutual respect between the Royal Family and the institution’s mission of excellence in education and service.
The Assumption University community came together in a solemn gathering to bid “Au Revoir” to Rev. Brother Simeon Anupatt Petchara-Yuttachai, a beloved figure whose life and teachings left an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of many. The ceremony was graced with heartfelt words from Rev. Bro. Dr. Dechachai Sripicharn, who eloquently captured the essence of Brother Simeon’s profound impact on education and spirituality.
The chapel and its surroundings were adorned with numerous funeral wreaths, a testament to the deep respect and admiration held for Brother Simeon by students, faculty, alumni, and friends. This gathering was not just a farewell but a celebration of a life well-lived, dedicated to the service of others and the nurturing of countless young minds.
