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Vernon Pais Obituary

68, of Mattapoisett, formerly of Newton, died Thursday, August 7, 2008, of pancreatic cancer at his home. He was the beloved husband of Lois J. (Paoletti) Pais. He was born in India and had been a resident of Newton for 33 years, moving to Mattapoisett two years ago. Dr. Pais was on the active staff of Urology at Caritas St. Elizabeth's Medical Center for 33 years, emeritus chief of Urology and clinical professor of Urology at Tufts University School of Medicine. He was a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and many professional societies. With Dr. Lily Lawn, he pioneered ultrasound guided seed implantation of prostate; they had performed over 1,000 seed implants with a success rate at 98% in localized prostate cancer. Lois and Vernon were instrumental in starting Cancer Care Advocates, a group of volunteers raising funds to provide for the needs of cancer patients. He is survived by his beloved wife, Lois J. (Paoletti), devoted sons Vernon Jr., M.D. of Hanover, NH and Edward of Westminster, MD; daughters-in-law, Sandra and Amanda; grandchildren, Eric, Kyle, Gabriella and Nicholas. His three sisters and one brother live in India and his youngest brother, Derek lives in Burlington, with his wife Jeanne and two children, Daniel and Hannah. Visiting hours will be held on Friday August 15th from 4-8 PM at Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Road, MATTAPOISETT. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Anthony's Church on Saturday, August 16th at 11 AM. Burial will follow in Cushing Cemetery. Friends and relatives are kindly invited to attend. In lieu of flowers, donations in Dr. Pais's memory may be made to the Cancer Care Fund, Caritas St. Elizabeth's Medical Center, 736 Cambridge St., Brighton, MA 02135. For directions and guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.

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Published by Boston Globe on Aug. 10, 2008.

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Jean Pais

July 26, 2024

"Jean you never cease to amaze me"
was what you´d say to me...& even to this day, I can hear your voice, I can see your smile...your last visit to our home, you stood by the kitchen & ate a pomfret & kept complimenting me, how delicious it was... RIP dearest Vernon, wishing you a Very Happy Birthday in Heaven

Loretta Dowling

April 6, 2009

I am so sad to have read about Dr. Pais, because I once was an employee there. My heart goes out to you Mrs. Pais and your family. (Loretta Dowling , Jacksonville Fla)

Mary Ann Carlomany

February 24, 2009

My dear Lois,
I have looked for you many time on the internet and I am so very sorry to have found you this way. I am so very sorry for your loss. I would love to hear from you. The years have gone by so fast. Please contact me. Love and Prayers, Mary Ann

Kelley Selleck

August 15, 2008

It was a pleasure to have known Vernon. He was such a kind and remarkable man. I will surely miss our conversations and his presence here.
My deepest sympathy to Lois and her family.
Kelley Selleck, Mattapoisett, MA

Domenic Furia

August 13, 2008

I was a patient of Dr Pais for over 30 years and in that time he was such a compassionate and caring and attentive person.He had also tended to my father in the same caring manner. I was very saddened to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family.

Edward & Yolande Wersching

August 13, 2008

With our condolences and grief in the loss of a kind and loving cousin. We wish him eternal peace in God's heavenly kingdom.

Perry DiPace

August 13, 2008

Lois and Family,

My deepest sympathy. Dr. Pais will be greatly missed by many.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.

Annette Mascarenhas

August 12, 2008

Dear Lois, Vernon Jr., Sandy, Teddy and Mandy,

Michael, Surya, Tara, Monisha, Selwyn and I would like to express our deepest sympathy to each and every one of you- you have lost a husband, a father, a grandfather. Michael and I have lost a dear brother and our children a loving uncle.

Vernon’s sad demise has left a void in our family, as I think back, warm and vivid memories of Vernon as a brother flood my minds eye. As children, we were constant companions and I enjoyed playing with Vernon. We would climb trees run around the narrow concrete parapet around our home in Mangalore, play hide and seek, cycle and not to forget the fond memories of the wonderful family holidays we shared. The list can go on and on…… As he grew older he became a voracious reader like my mother. To me he was always a role model, so I also followed in their footsteps.

Vernon grew up into a handsome young man. He was unassuming and god fearing. God also blessed him with a towering intellect, and he distinguished himself in academics. At a very young age he ventured across the seas leaving behind a secure home and life to build a career on his own in the most admirable way. His sheer determination, exceptional brilliance, and outstanding medical acumen stood him in good stead in the steady climb to a distinguished medical career. We proudly salute him. To quote the former president of India Mr. Abdul Kalam, “he dreamed high, and worked hard to realize his dream.”

For the last two years, while he was battling a dreadful terminal illness, he weathered the pain patiently. Every time we spoke to him, he was gentle, loving, always spoke pragmatically of his illness and never complained. He fought hard to overcome his illness with great effort and determination, eager to swing back again. But God decreed otherwise. It is difficult to comprehend Gods ways, but he bowed down to Gods will, with resignation. At last, his gallant soul took flight to the land where there is no night, no pain, no illness or sorrow of any kind but where flowers bloom, good reigns and dear ones at the heavenly gate wait to welcome him to their heavenly home. We pray to almighty God to rest his soul in blissful peace. His illness also brings us a powerful message that suffering has an important part to play in the life of any one who wishes to achieve the fullness of life.

We will forever cherish the memories – pleasantly nostalgic and sometimes exasperating! And sadly remember the ones at the end.

Vernon loved his family tenderly and was very protective and generous towards them- he was a loving and devoted husband, a great father, a doting grandfather and a caring brother. Lois, you have been a caring wife and inspite of your own ailments, have taken good care of Vernon and always been there by his side. Let your grief be softened knowing you have only placed your loved one in the loving heavenly fathers care. Vernon Jr. Sandra Teddy and Mandy you made frequent visits back to spend quality time with him and take care of him, he expressed that he looked forward to your visits.

We know how tragic and heart wrenching it is for all of you. At this hour of pain and sorrow, we share your grief and pray for you in a special way. We pray that the good lord lifts him up to heaven- the heavenly reward god almighty reserves for his faithful servants.

To us Vernon is not dead, only gone to a brighter more wonderful dawn. So while he sleeps and his voice is still, his spirit goes on and it always will. He is our ambassador in God’s heavenly home.

Lovingly and sorrowfully

sheila rebello-Eian

August 12, 2008

Dear Lois, Junior and Teddy,
Our deepest sympathies and thoughts are with you in your time of loss.
Sheila and Finn

Marissa Berardi

August 12, 2008

Pais Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.


Marissa and Beth Berardi

Francis Pinto (Cousin)

August 11, 2008

Deepest sympathies on Vernon's passing.

Arlene Tullos

August 11, 2008

Pais Family,

Your family will always be in my prayers. My heart goes out to all of you. Dr Pais was a wonderful, kind person. I was unable to attend the ceremony but I will remember him always.

Dominic Pinto

August 11, 2008

Please accept our deepst sympathies on your loss.
Dominic Susan Nick Lisa Pinto (Cousins)
and Aunt Aileen from Wisconsin

Earl Correia

August 10, 2008

Dr. Pais made this world a better place. I have no doubt that he will hear the words, well done my faithfull son!

Pasquale Franchetti

August 10, 2008

Dr Pais was and is a credit to his profession ,st E's hospital and to the human race may you rest in peace God Bless You

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