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July 3, 2014
To my uncle,that made me the person i,am today words can,t say how i feel but he was my hero,he was the one that believed in me,love always ,THANK YOU.
Mark Craven
January 16, 2012
Sue, I am very glad that you found the happiness in your life that you so much deserved. You made the right choice. The entries in this guest book attest to that. Your entry was very moving. I wish you continued happiness.
Sue Doscher (Puopolo)
April 17, 2011
John Puopolo was bigger than life, hence his nickname, "Big Guy". "Where's the Big Guy?" He had a huge love of life and a zest for living it. "Let's go on vacation, it's only money." He loved people and found rewards in chatting with anyone he encountered. He loved work and savored the contributions he could make to the companies he worked for. He enjoyed the company of his colleagues and mentored many young accountants, myself included. People who worked with him have commented on how he spent the time to understand each issue completely and then explained it three ways until you understood it. He will be remembered for things like putting dish soap in the dishwasher in the lunchroom and filling the office with bubbles. Of course, everyone called him “Johnny Bubbles”, but no one asked him to do it again?
His family was everything to him. He loved each of his five children and shared different activities with them; Jeanne's five used cars, Amanda's dance recitals, William's art exhibits, Jay's street hockey prowess, and Andy's hockey career. Listening to his brother and Joanne fight was a favorite pastime, and the number of penny poker games enjoyed with his parents, Ida and Tony, and Bobby and Kathy Shea number in the hundreds. Fourth of July parties at Jim and June Travers’ were a treasured event.
His system for picking winners at the race track was never proven and his cars were always hung up on a fence or a tree because he was sure he could drive in a blizzard, but there was an ice rink in the backyard for Andy and a pink street hockey stick for Amanda.
John and I were Lady and the Tramp, racetrack and polo, but we shared a great love and a great life. We were each other’s safe harbor. Every time a Mustang whizzes in front of my car, I am sure that he is nearby.
Roy & Gayle Sheldon
October 6, 2008
To William and Rosa and the rest of the Puopolo Family. We are so sorry for the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hold on to the great memories.
Joanie and Sleepy Pallazola (Jays in laws and Janelle's Parents)
October 2, 2008
Jay, Janelle, Sue and Family,
I would like to share some words with you:
I want to know when the day is done
That life had been worth living.
I want to feel that come what may I have left some cheer and gladness.
I want to know that along my way I've banished someone's sadness...
I want to feel, at close of day that that someone's cares were lighter; because of kindness I have done
may someone's life be brighter; because of me...
Thank you for letting John be part of our lives. It's hard to understand why someone is taken from us, but find comfort in knowing you were a special part of a well-lived life of a very speical man. So sorry for your loss***** Love to all of you!!!
September 30, 2008
I am very sorry about the loss of your father and father in law my thoughts and prayers go out to you both.
Love,
cousin Kym
Carol Pallazolla
September 29, 2008
Dear Jay & Janelle,
The thing about Jay's father that I will remember the most is how he was always smiling, he could really light up a room. And he could really cut a rug, ask anyone at Jay and Janelle's wedding, I loved dancing with him. All my memories will be of laughter and happiness, aren't those the best memories of them all?! He was a great man who truly will be missed by all who knew him and those whose lives he touched, even for a short while.
Patty & Eric Shute
September 28, 2008
Dear Sue and Family,
We'll never forget John at Amanda & Adam's wedding. He was such a good sport, laughing, dancing, and visiting with everyone even though he must have been so frustrated with his condition. We will always admire him for his courage and dignity in dealing with his illness, and for the great love he showed toward his family.
May you find comfort in the happy memories you share.
Love, Patty and Eric Shute
Carla Pallazola
September 26, 2008
Jay, Janelle, and family,
May you aways remember your dad's smile, he had one I will never forget. You see it in pictures, and when you were with him,he was always smiling. He was my wedding partner at your wedding, and I thanked god that day, that he was there, 2 weeks from my due date, your father was mentally prepared for me to go into labor. I had to reassure him it would be o.k. He made me laugh, and took care of me. I can now say I have another guardian angel to watch over me and my children.. God Bless you all..
Love: Carla, Erica,
Jake, and Kyle xoxo
JOhn, Amanda, Adam, Michelle, Jeanne, Sue and Andy...Vacation Memories
September 26, 2008
John and Sue
September 26, 2008
Amazing man
September 26, 2008
Jeanne and John
September 26, 2008
Sue and John
September 26, 2008
Andy, John and Jay...Father and Sons
September 26, 2008
Andy and John at Jeanne's Wedding in Las Vegas
September 26, 2008
Jay and his Best Man John at Janelle and Jays Wedding 10/9/1999
September 26, 2008
Karen and Tom Mason
September 26, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Amanda Shute
September 25, 2008
Happy Birthday Big Guy! I sure do miss you. Thank you to everyone for your thoughts and your great messages, I enjoy reading them and thinking of all the good times we shared.
Dad and Jay @ Amanda and Adams Wedding 7/15/2006
September 25, 2008
Jeanne's Wedding in Vegas
September 25, 2008
Andy, Dad and Jay
September 25, 2008
Jay, Dad and Amanda
September 25, 2008
September 25, 2008
Happy Birthday John. We hope you are eating tons of cake and ice cream with all your friends in Heaven above. Enjoy your day and know you are thought of today and always.
Mike and Lisa Lirette
Sue and John...
Janelle daughter in law
September 25, 2008
Today is your birthday 9/25 and a celebration of your amazing life. You are truly missed on this day...
dan howard
September 24, 2008
John's big heart and warm smile touched all that knew him. I will always remember the good times he shared with us for the short time that I was able to know him.
He will be missed. God will bless him and accept him into heaven.
Mike and Lisa Lirette
September 24, 2008
John,
We layed you to rest today. It was such a beautiful celebration of your life. Your family shared so many wonderful memories they have of you; including the "Finger print" on the wall from when you and Amanda were painting the inside of the house. We also learned what a truly amazing father and husband you were. Not that we didn't know already; we could tell how much you loved your family as they took such good care of you. They all wanted the best for you and it showed; they are you all over and it will help keep your spirit alive.
We wanted to write to let you know how much you will be missed; but to let you know that we will treasure your family as our own and promise to keep our eyes out on the gang. Rest assured that they are a strong group and that you helped them to be that way. We love and miss you so much John. I am truly going to miss sitting beside you daily' wathcing Poker, the Red Sox, and most of all Dr. Phil. May you now RIP in the hands of God and be sure to send us a sign from time to time letting us know your loving life like you did for so many years.
Elaine DePrisco
September 24, 2008
To Jay, Janelle and all of your family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. You will be comforted by all of the happy memories that will come your way, unexpectedly.
The Deprisco Family
Father and son!!!
Janelle daughter in law
September 23, 2008
My father in law was truly a great man and he brought wonderful things into my life. My husband looked up to his father and was honored to have him stand up for him on his wedding day a memory he will have forever... Our heart will be forever filled with great memories!!!
Christmas 2005 John with all the ladies!!!
September 23, 2008
Christmas 2005 all the gentleman!!!
September 23, 2008
Steven Amaral-Sweeney
September 23, 2008
Dear Sue, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Steven & Michael Amaral-Sweeney
Jennifer Casey
September 23, 2008
All of our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time.
Love Jen and Rob
Donna Blanchard
September 23, 2008
Dear Jay & Janelle,
I'm so sorry. My heart goes out to you both and your family. With deepest sorrow.
Sincerely
Donna Blanchard
Serenity Greenwood
September 23, 2008
We are so sorry for your loss, please know that your family is in our thoughts at this sad time.
Serenity & Mike Greenwood
Benjamin Vasconcellos
September 23, 2008
Sue and Family,
I can't begin to tell you how sorry I am for your loss. I know you all loved John very much. I also know how much he loved you. Just by the look on his face when any of you walked in the room...he lit up.
I loved John and I miss not seeing him every day. I am blessed to have met the Puopolo family...you have become family to me and if there is ANYTHING you need, you know where to find me.
I'll miss you John!
Lots of love and much respect,
Ben
John
September 23, 2008
fran and bob pallazolla
September 22, 2008
Janelle and Jay I'm so sorry for your loss at this time.love,cousin Bob and Fran
Lenore and Alan Scully
September 22, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of John's passing. He was such a great guy w/ a big heart, and a loving family. My heart goes out to all of you. It was a pleasure to know him and work with him at All Safe. (aka johnny bubbles). may he rest in peace.
Fina Cranston
September 22, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Love Auntie Fina & Uncle Bernie
Wendy McAndrews
September 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you.
Megan Barnes
September 22, 2008
I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers and condolences are with you.
Scott Cranston
September 22, 2008
My condolences Jay and Janelle. Really sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Love always
Cousin Scott, Christina, Cole and Sienna Cranston
Rosa Erickson
September 22, 2008
My heart goes out to you and your family. May you find peace in your memories. May God bless all of you.
Sherri Fanning
September 22, 2008
We are so sorry to hear of your loss.
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Love cousin Sherri, Dave, David and Jeremy Fanning.
Noel and Amy Mitchell
September 22, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Mike and Lisa Lirette
September 22, 2008
Sue and Family,
Michael has spent the last 16 months sitting by John's side; helping him in any way he could. He truly loved your family and spoke highly of each of you. John was a special person who was a warm, loving, funny guy. Mike and I will miss him dearly and will always keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
John, words can't express how much you will be missed. Not a single day will go by when we don't think of you. May you RIP.
Love and miss you.
Lynne & Guy Ferrone
September 22, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sarah & Brian Malaquias
September 22, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time. John was a wonderful man, we are sad to hear of his passing.
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