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for Alan Lupo
Daniel Molina
September 12, 2013
Being the nephew of Alan's son Steve, I got the opportunity one time when I was quite young, teenager at the time. Now being 34 years Of age, Which is more than 20 years later now those two weeks still stick With me. And even though I only met him one time and spent a week maybe a week and a half with Alan I can say that he was the most compassionate strong, nondiscriminating, bright,intelligent I have ever met still to this day September 12, 2013. And even though I only spent the same amount of time with caryl. I can honestly say I love you both as family
Gwen and David Nesselle
February 27, 2012
Dear Caryl,
Time has not diminished the memories of Alan. Please know that we still think of both of you with wonderful memories.
We just found some pictures of Alan dancing at our sons wedding, and his pure joy made us smile.
Richard McDonough
October 14, 2009
I loved Alan's dogedness, intelligence, pugnaciousness, affection for the authentic. His Liberty's Chosen Home, which I edited and comissioned at Little, Brown informed me in lasting ways about the Boston I Iived in for my first 60 years. I can't imagine Boston without him.
Nancy Maloof
September 19, 2009
To the family of Alan Lupo:
Like several who have written before me on these pages, I first met Alan Lupo while I was a college student. In my case, I was a Northeastern co-op at WGBH-FM and he was, well, one of "The Reporters."
Although I didn't have the pleasure of working with him, I did get to see him in the halls of 125 Western Avenue. And, as an admirer of his work I was, needless to say, quite pleased when he would say hi to me in passing.
To him, I am sure, he was merely acknowledging a new coworker; because he was the kind of person who would do that. But to me, it was part of what made me feel accepted professionally on this wonderful assignment. And, I must admit, it was also a little bit like a celebrity sighting.
Flash forward to my brother's wedding in 1995, for this was the next time that I saw Alan Lupo. There he was at the reception, dancing away with his beloved Caryl. They looked to be having a grand time; but why were they here, I wondered.
Was he covering this for The Globe? (Was my brother even more famous than I realized?) Or was Caryl doing research for a new book? (I was an avid reader of both.)
Well, come to find out, Alan and the bride's father were cousins, and the Lupos were guests at the wedding. How cool, I thought, my new sister-in-law has Alan Lupo and Caryl Rivers in her family! (And, how cool for them to have her, as well.)
With this humble anecdote I extend my condolences to the entire Lupo family. I was going to say belated, but I know that during holidays and at the anniversary of losing a loved one, sympathy is often just as welcome as it is right after first experiencing such a loss.
Sincerely,
Kathleen O'Brien
January 30, 2009
Years ago, I was an lowly intern at the Globe Editorial Page. Alan was always so lovely, gracious and kind to me. I remember he always spoke so affectionately of his wife and children - they were his whole life.
My condolences.
Richard (Dick) Brown
January 7, 2009
Dear Caryl,
I just heard of Al's passing from my brother Lou. Although Al was a few years older than I, I came to know him through his association with Lou. Many years ago, you guys signed a copy of your book, "For Better, For Worse" for my wife Marjorie's xmas gift. Our thoughts go out to you and your children. Al was a true gentleman, and he will be missed.
Ruth Fitzpatrick Macolini
December 26, 2008
the channel 2 news program that Alan Lupo
led remains the "best of Boston"in my
humble opinion. Alan was intelligent and
humorous - a win, win combination.
Deb Malkin
October 17, 2008
Dear Alyssa,
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your father. I loved meeting him and your mom when we were in school. They so clearly adored you and they were funny and cool.
Please give my sympathies to your mother and your whole family. His impact on your life will never be forgotten and so he will live on.
Much love from your old college roomie.
Marguerite Bova
October 16, 2008
Caryl, Alyssa and Steven,
Reading all of these wonderful memories of Alan brings sadness and joy for me. I loved him as well. His personality and smile will remain in my heart forever. God Bless you all. I will never forget our journey in Wales so many years ago. Caryl, I thank you and Alan for the gift of that experience.
Much Love, Marguerite Bova
Judy O'Hare
October 12, 2008
Dear Carol and family,
It was with great saddness that I read of Alan's passing. I remember Alan from college days and from the many times of lives crossed in Winthrop. He was a great gregarious presence.
My thoughts are with you at this time.
Judy O'Hare
tommy lawlor
October 12, 2008
to one old winthrop guy from another. we never got to have that cup of joe we spoke of two years ago,but please know that i will never forget your kindness and thoughtfull words. Alan i take mine black with a touch of honey. i cant wait. Tommy Lawlor.
Annette Star Lustgarten
October 8, 2008
To The Lupo Family,
I was greatly saddened to read about Alan's death. I knew Alan during my summers from Florida in Winthrop. For many years we were part of a wonderful group of teen-agers hanging out up the Crest and sitting on the Wall, day and night. We would drive to Revere for pizza or go to the Spray for ice cream. I will always remember Alan's incredible sense or humor and love of jazz. He would do the most hysterical things that had us all roaring with laughter.
He was a part of a lovely and idyllic time in my life. I can only imagine how much you all miss him. My deepest sympathy.
Joann Rodgers
October 8, 2008
Dear Caryl,
Adam, Jared and I were privileged to have spent so many happy times with you and Alan. From crazy, wonderful days at a summer vacation houses at Little Squam with all the kids, to early happy times in Baltimore in the Evening Sun heydays. Laughter! Always! How many times did he schlep to Logan in snowstorms, jokes at the ready, to rescue me from grounded aircraft? For Better Or Worse is still the book we all turn to to cheer ourselves up and it --and he -- will keep a warm, loving place in our hearts. Will see you soon. Love to you, Stevie and Alyssa.
Joann
Christine Hickey
October 8, 2008
Dear Caryl and family,
Alan beautifully touched my life. I wrote to him after reading one of his columns. In my message, I mentioned that I had been raped by a priest as a child, a fact related to Alan's column. He wrote back and we exchanged several e-mails. I very much appreciated Alan's wit, encouragement and honesty. He offered comfort during a painful time in my life. I will always hold Alan in my heart. I am sending you all wishes for comfort, light and love.
Jeffrey Pearlman
October 7, 2008
Dear Caryl,
I was honored to be interviewed by Alan for an article in the Globe several years ago. He was an inspiration to many and will be remembered as a man of wit and curiosity.
The last time I saw both you and Alan was on a cruise ship out of Houston, Texas a couple of years ago.
My deepest condolences to the family.
Beverly Shaffer
October 6, 2008
I cherish my memories of working with Al Lupo on the daily news program THE REPORTERS at WGBH TV. He was passionately committed to social change and public service. He was such an unusual TV personality!
Ginny Siggia
October 6, 2008
Al's writing was not only intelligent and thorough, but also could be great fun. My favorite piece is called "The Mysterious Fred Salvucci Strikes Again" (Boston Magazine, March 1974). One of the great delights of working for Fred is that I get to meet wonderful characters like Al. We have our transportation/policy students at MIT read this article because it so beautifully captures the nuances of Fred the engineer and Fred the political animal, which in turn helps the students understand the backdrop and scope of the assignments on transportation policy that he gives to them. Al's sly digs about MIT transportation nerds, and his clear fondness for his colleague, bring a smile to my face every time I read the article.
Martha Waltien (Mooney)
October 6, 2008
To the family, especially the wife and children, of Alan Lupo, please accept my most sincere condolences.
I read his columns in the Globe for years and once even wrote to him to thank him for writing one of them. He wrote back! I had always appreciated his kind support of the common man and woman (like me, living in Dorchester at the time.) He had a big heart and was very real in how he saw things.
May he rest in eternal peace and may you all one day be joyfully reunited with him in Heaven.
Mark and Rita Levine
October 6, 2008
We have great memories of our friendship with Alan, his sense of justice and passion about regular working people having a fair shake and their ability to make things better in their neighborhoods. We and our children fondly remember his visit to our home and the story he wrote about our family.
Mark and Alan shared a strong connection and alot of laughs because of the shared experience of growing up in Winthrop (Alan) and Chelsea (Mark). Our deepest sympathy to Caryl and the entire Lupo clan. Alan's memory will be in our hearts always.
mark and rita levine
Len & Nancy Sacon
October 6, 2008
Surely Boston, its neighborhoods and its people are poorer for the loss of Alan Lupo. But those who new him and enjoyed his warmth and humanity are the better for having been touched by him. The family has been blessed by having him as part of it. May his memory continue to be a blessing for all.
Stan Smith
October 4, 2008
Dear Carol,
I have only the fondest memories of Al. My brother and he had the friendship we all would wish for. He is in our hearts and you are in our thoughts.
love,
stan smith
Curt Joedeman
October 4, 2008
My heart is with you all.
suzanne Deedy
October 4, 2008
I was so sad to hear of Alan's passing. I knew him mostly through his writings in various newspapers but once in awhile he would pass by me in Winthrop and greet me with a warm "hello". My sincere sympathy to the Lupo family.
Jack VanBuskirk
October 4, 2008
To The Lupo Family,
My deepest sympathy to all. I always remember when I used to park your car at the Winthrop Arms. He always had a great hand shake and a special smile.
We also grew up with him and his cousin Marlene. Great memories we all have of Winthrop.
You our in our Prayers
Jack & Leona VanBuskirk
Barry and Micki Wieder
October 4, 2008
To Caryl and family,
Our heartfelt condolences to you. Our favorite story to tell people to this day is the time that Alan(being best man at our wedding) had to drive us to the airport that night. There was a blizzard and Alan not being the best driver had Caryl hanging her head out of the window to tell him in what direction to go. In spite of that, we made it to the airport but no planes were flying and spent the next day in the airport. His wit, love of people and love of family will certainly be missed.
Barry and Micki Wieder
Michael Sand
October 3, 2008
Dear Caryl,
If we are lucky, we meet a few ‘genuine’ creative people who see, sense, and stand up to share the difficult truths they encounter – among ordinary people.
Alan was that kind of ‘stand up’ guy, and made a career in celebration of it.
Maureen Delehanty
October 3, 2008
Dear Lupo Family,
I did not know your husband/dad personally but used to see him on walks around town. He always smiled and said hello whenever I ran into him.
May many happy memories comfort you at this very difficult time.
Claire & Ed Klein
October 3, 2008
Having read & enjoyed Alan's articles for years, it was such a pleasure to spend a weekend with both of you at Steve &Marcia's house in Maryland. Alan was a rare & special person & we will miss him.
Patricia Flaveney
October 3, 2008
In this moment of breivement and goodbyes we the front end staff of the Hematology/Oncology Department at the Beth Israel Deacones medical center will like say farewel to our friend Alan Lupo. We looked foward to his sense of humor for every visit. Love to Carol and the rest of the Lupo family from Pat Flaveney, Carol Meyers, marlena Jones, Pat Walls. So long friend.
Carol Woolf
October 3, 2008
Dear Caryl:
So sorry to hear of Alan's passing. I remember him fondly from Winthrop's Crest in the 50's when I summered at the beach.
Alan was a good friend of my cousin Norm Nathan and I had the pleasure of seeing him again at a party for Norm so many years ago.
Thank you Alan for your humor, your wonderful words, and your friendship all those many years ago.
with deepest sympathy,
Carol Schlafman Woolf
Caroline Chang
October 3, 2008
Dear Caryl and family,
I am one of the countless persons who have been touched by Alan's caring and humanity. I can still remember the day when Alan's father approached me in a restaurant in Chinatown after hearing me complain about a neighborhood issue with a colleague. He told me I needed to meet his son and tell our story. Of course that led to great coverage of Chinatown and its emerging issues in the early 70s. I appreciated his work with the neighborhoods of Boston and I truly admire the loving life you and he shared for so long. I will cherish his memory and his work on behalf of the people of Boston.
Neil Massa
October 3, 2008
I am so sorry for your loss. I only knew Mr. Lupo until I left for college but I will never forget how warm and inviting he always was to Alyssa and all her crazy friends, myself included. Very funny man.
Robin Montesano
October 3, 2008
Dear Caryl, Alyssa and Steven,
I was so saddened to learn of Alan's passing. Alan was a wonderful man, and a proud and loving husband and father. I was honored to have known him.
Sincerely,
Robin
Billy Bell
October 3, 2008
So sorry to hear of Alan passing away. He was one of the best. He always remembered Swartz's Deli on Shirley ave Revere. Alan will be missed dearly by all those who knew him.
anonymous
October 3, 2008
Losing Alan is losing that voice of the "little people", especially those that live in East Boston who found shelter in Alan's articles with regard to the never-ending battle with Massport's encroaching every day in every way. No other reporter seemed to take that interest in what it was like to live next door to the Elephant in the Room. Our voice has been silenced with Alan's loss. Sincerest sympathies go out to the family that Alan loved so much.
Edward Polansky
October 3, 2008
Alan,
Was Tewksbury street that far away? Short walk to Grunins for a corned beef sandwich,,and over to Stovers for an ice cream. We were young. ate that chazzerai. Last year Yanoff came into town and we all got in your car (as it was) and took a motor trip from Johnson ave, up and down the memories of Shore Drive and Faun Bar Ave, Shirley Street and ultimately into East Boston for some food that I am sure was not good for us. but you liked it.
Eating with you , if you picked the restaruant was never about the food,,you would have mustard on your face and everyone else had a smile on their faces from your wit and the clear way you saw things. My friend, We have gone from zero to seventy in no time flat. I wish comfort in your memory to Caryl, and the kids,,,to the many friends who loved your style. Alan, my friend, a mensch, you left the party too early but I have a feeling that if we are lucky we will all catch up one day.
Love you
Ed Polansky
Judy Nee & Family
October 2, 2008
I started reading Alan's columns at about ten years old. Afterschool chores included wrapping up and throwing away the newspapers left on the floor for the dogs. Inevitably, I would end up sitting cross-legged reading the wet paper about Alan's crazy Jewish uncles in their Mattapan triple decker. Substitute Italian and he wrote about my family. From that point on, I was hooked. Dinners out with extended family always included mention of something noteworthy in Alan's latest column. The pinnacle was when I learned my favorite columnist of my favorite city lived next door to the house we had just bought. Nervously waiting for just the right moment to reveal my fandom - which I knew would lead to hours of intellectual discussion on writing - I began to tell my 'dog newspaper' story one night out shoveling. I barely finished when Al bellowed "Great! Your dog urinates on my story!" I knew from that point on there would be no reflective writing gab sessions. Instead, we got Al at the door delivering to our children his own grown kids' long forgotten comic books or Holly Hobbit doll. Or stopping by to let us know how much he enjoyed the sounds of kids playing outside again.
I hope we helped make for him the kind of neighborhood he loved to write about. That snowy night he taught what that's all about.
Thank you neighbor. You are so missed.
October 2, 2008
Dear Caryl, Alyssa and Steven,
Please accept our sincerest condolences on the loss of your husband and dad. We lived across the street from you many years ago and will always remember the special man who brightened our lives with his words and his smile. Alan was a very special man and will be dearly missed by those fortunate to have known him.
Sincerely,
The Mills Family
Maura Hennigan
October 2, 2008
I have so many fond memories of Al,; I will always remember him as a man who loved his work and the people he met. I enjoyed having the honor of knowing this truly good man.
Mayor Dorothy Kelly Gay
October 2, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Edward Margolin
October 2, 2008
I grew up in Winthrop and my mother use to play bridge with Alan's mother.I think that Leo was his father and he was the funniest man that I ever met and everytime that I saw him,he had a side splitting joke.Alan was very much like him.
Alan was a few years behind me in HS but I got to know him when we were both at UMASS and also in AEPI.
I'll never forget when I was walking up the steps of the Monticello Court House in 1961 with my wife and we going to get married and I looked to the right and there was Alan.I hadn't seen him or spoken to him since we left UMASS.I asked him what he was doing there and he said he was going to cover a murder trial for the local newspaper and he asked me what I was doing there and I responded that we were there to get married.
I did speak to Alan a few times over the years but not recently.He was one of kind and his compassion and humor will be missed by everyone that knew him.
My family's condolences to his family.
Joe Day
October 2, 2008
I count my friendship and association with Alan Lupo as one of the highlights of my personal and professional life. I often proudly cite our motto on The Reporters on WGBH-TV in the 1970's, "It doesn't take a fire to get us into your neighborhood." A bit long by today's standards, as Alan could sometimes be, but also true, as he was, always. Nancy and I send our love to Caryl, Steve and Alyssa.
Charles Roche
October 2, 2008
I am very sorry for your loss. I am deeply grateful to have known Alan. He was always encouraging me to write, calling my stories "gems". What a kind man!
mitzy brown
October 1, 2008
my favorite memory was his article about his mother and Kaplow's grocery store. I was of that era. i also baby sat for him with my girlfriend. i e-mailed him about it and got a great letter in return. enjoyed his books also.
October 1, 2008
Dear Carol,
We are so saddened to learn of your dear, Alan's death.
Our hearts and prayers are with you and your children.
Naomi and Bob Halpert
Michael Risman
October 1, 2008
Caryl: Our times together were few; but from Winthrop High to meeting in Washington, to reading Alan's books, to enjoying dinner and thereafter just a year and a half
ago, Alan and I shared some of life's history. My sincerest condolences to you and your family. Michael Risman Santa Monica California
Don & Judy Gilbert
October 1, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jim Keat
October 1, 2008
There's little an oldtimer from Baltimore can add to the impressive tributes from those who knew him in his later years. We kept up with his and Caryl's achievements from a geographic but not emotional distance. Boston is the worse for his loss.
Bob & Bobbie Heitman, and family
October 1, 2008
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
Dena Barisano
October 1, 2008
We will always hold him as a dear kindred spirit in our hearts. Wishing you strength and peace, Beverly, George & Dena Barisano
Barry Lawton
October 1, 2008
Dear Carol & Family
A truly great man, mentor and friend. Through the many conversations I had with him over the phone, talking politics or whatever came up, his humanity, caring and intellect always came through. His spirit and zeal for life will live on through those he touched. With Love and Respect
Laura O'Blenes
October 1, 2008
Dear Carol & family, We are so heart sick to hear of your loss Alan was truly one of the nicest guys we have ever had the pleasure to know he was such a great neighbor our thoughts are with you
Jim & Laura O'Blenes
Richard I. Clayman
October 1, 2008
my sincere condolences;I will miss his visits to us in Chelsea;a wonderful man---Richy Clayman from Chelsea
Louis DiIorio
October 1, 2008
First Jim Calogero, now Alan ... journalism and Boston have lost two two great friends, gentlemen and professionals.
Alan Cushner
October 1, 2008
Dear Caryl and Family: One of the fondest memories I have of Alan was opening the paper one morning and reading about a horse Alan discovered running at Suffolk that day. The horse's name - "Alan Lupo." The column was priceless. As was he. We will miss him in the world of print.
Scott Powers
October 1, 2008
Dear Caryl, Steven and Alyssa:
I am very sorry to learn of Mr. Lupo’s death. I loved his humor and kindness. It was always a pleasure to speak with him before Steve and I went out with our friends. I will remember him as a great conversationalist.
Brianne Donahoe
October 1, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. Al was a special guy and we'll always remember him here on 7 Stoneman.
Maureen Edison
October 1, 2008
Thank you for keeping us focused on what matters, and sharing your talent for living life to the fullest. Rest in peace. Sincere condolences to your fine family.
Louis DiIorio
October 1, 2008
Jim Calogero and now Alan ... we've lost two fine friends and two of Boston's finest journalists.
Ira Yerkes
October 1, 2008
My friendship with Alan when I summered in Winthrop as a ten year old made my boyhood years work. we played music together, did movies, hung out. His parents adopted me as their "son". I hadn't seen him in recent years. A special person he was and he touched my life. Caryl, you were lucky to have lived your life with him.
Barry Tulin
September 30, 2008
Caryl,
As you know, Al and I reconnected during the time before our 50th high school reunion that I couldn't attend. We became email pals after all these years. I'll miss his warmth, humor, kindness, and insight. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Maria Demetriou LoPresti
September 30, 2008
Alyssa,
I will always remember your wonderful dad and his infectious humor and intelligence. I am so lucky to have known him through our friendship--May God bless you and your family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Joanne Penta (Natola)
September 30, 2008
Dear Caryl and Family:
Caryl, you may remember me from many years ago. I worked with Alan at Channel 2 -- I went there with Steve Teichner to work as the production assistant on this new exciting show The Reporters. There I met Alan and the rest of the gang. What a wonderful time of my life. I was exposed to so many wonderful people, a world so new. A show so groundbreaking. I used to drive Alan home in my yellow Volkswagon. I took a lot of ribbing for that. Fitting Alan into the Volkswagon. I think of him often, and you, and of course I remember the children when they were very small. I am so sorry for your loss. You were a wonferful, rare, loving, interesting and inspiring couple. I am so happy to have had Alan in my life.
Bernice Mader
September 30, 2008
Dear Caryl and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Alan’s death. As president of the Logan Airport Community Advisory Committee, I had the special opportunity of having many hours of lively and enlightening conversation with Alan. In our thirty years of existence, he was the only journalist who was able to see the human side of the conflict between the local
communities and the airport. He was witty, sage and oh so delightfully droll in his recounting of how local politics played into things. He left a valuable journalistic legacy which honored everyday people, and in so doing, he honored his profession, his family and himself. He will be sorely missed. My thoughts are with you.
Marilyn Pennell
September 30, 2008
Dear Ms. Rivers,
My sympathies to you and your family at this sad time. You and Mr. Lupo were my teachers at BU school of Journalism. Professor Lupo was a real inspiration to me. He went out of his way to say nice things about my work as a rookie writer.
I think we had a student teacher rapport since I grew up in Revere and he was from Winthrop. I think he was pleased to see another local kid try to make it in journalism.
I am greatly saddened by his passing--he was one of the greats- as a person and as a journalist. I wish there were more like him today. His writing was so wonderful as was his humanity.
I am trying to pass on what I learned from both of you since I am now a journalism instructor, too.
Sincerely,
Marilyn DeAngelis Pennell
Liz MacNeil
September 30, 2008
I am sorry for the Lupo family's loss. It is a loss for the rest of us as well. Only this morning when walking along Morrissey Blvd., I was thinking I hadn't seen him walking there in a long time and that he must have retired. I recall his bar hopping with Ray Flynn's crowd at the Democratic Convention in Springfield. I always enjoyed his column.
Wendy L. Millar-Page
September 30, 2008
Dear Lupo family,
One of my fondest memories of my childhood was when I moved back to Winthrop and became friends with Alyssa, sleepovers at the Lupo house were great!! Your father was generous with the ice cream scoop! Over the years I would see him around town, he never forgot me and always had a hug for me. I have missed seeing his genuine smile. Your Husband&Father was a wonderful,observant and honest man- I am glad to have known him. My deepest sympathies to your family.
Paul Dawson
September 30, 2008
To the entire Lupo/Rivers Family:
When I read of Alan's passing it felt to me as if the whole world stopped for just a moment. Somewhere in the distance I heard that laugh, saw that smile, and felt the warmth of his wonderful greeting. At that moment I felt that familiar sense of happiness that one could not help but feel when Alan entered a room.
Alan cared deeply about people. They might be rich; they might be poor. Perhaps they were famous; but more often they were not. Some were black while others were white. Some Jews and others Christian. None of this really mattered to Alan. What was of critical importance, however, is that they were people.
Regardless of their human condition, Alan believed all people were deserving of being treated fairly and with dignity. This was genuine and anyone who met Alan could feel it.
To read his words in print was to know the man. He was, as the saying goes, the "real deal." One thing he hated and that was pretense. This he would cut with the sharp edge of his humor.
It is hard to imagine a world without Alan in it. But so long as his memory shines and, in the distance, we hear his laugh and feel his warm presence, he will be with us.
May he now rest in the peace he so richly deserves.
Dinah Witchel
September 30, 2008
Dear Caryl,
A man so beloved can't really be far away. Our love and sympathy.
Dinah and Larry
David Kravetz
September 30, 2008
Dear Caryl: As you probably know I met Alan the first day classes began in the seventh grade at Winthrop Junior High and we were friends from the very first time we 'fought'. The week you spent with us last year was special and Phyllis and I will miss him very much. Our sincerest condolences to you and the family. David
Ginny Ford
September 30, 2008
Dear Caryl & Family...Words fail me..I am so very saddened to hear of Alan's passing.Like so many others I enjoyed his writing,his charm and his wit and cherished those moments when I was lucky enough to run into him in Winthrop, as he always
made people feel special. He wrote a wonderful column in the Globe on the hard-working people in the P.O.
when I worked at the Winthrop P.O. and he instantly became our hero. May you take some small measure of comfort in so many wonderful
memories of such a great guy. With deepest sympathy, Ginny Ford
Tom Sheehan
September 30, 2008
The day a few years ago that my son Matt and I met Alan at the office in Danvers, something special happened. And we know it yet, Matt and I. All the graces be with you and the family still, as they have been all Alan's days. He carried a true and endless warmth and interest with him.
Ellen Baxter
September 30, 2008
To the Lupo Family,
17 years ago, Mr. Lupo went out of his way to write my family a kind note when my dad died suddenly. He was a thoughtful man and will be missed. We are praying for you. The Gallagher Family, Winthrop, MA
Stephanie Chelf
September 30, 2008
I had the pleasure of sitting next to Al during his final years as a Globe North columnist. He was fiery, brilliant and passionate. I learned something new from him every day. It was thanks to him that I even got my first job in journalism. He will be missed.
Maureen (Egan) Castiglione
September 30, 2008
Alyssa & Steve: There are no words to say how profoundly sorry I am for your loss. Your dad's smile was infectious. His sense of humor was amazing. May the memories and love of others sustain you during this most difficult time.
Caryl: You were like second parents to me. Thanks for never writing the sequel (which was always the greatest threat). And thanks for tolerating such a crazy person as me being in your daughter's life. I will miss Alan very much.
Mark Thompson
September 30, 2008
Caryl & family -- Please accept my condolences on Alan's passing.
Victoria Bolles
September 30, 2008
Alan Lupo used his great gifts as a writer in service to his observation of the human condition. He was a wonderful inspiration, a touchstone of good sense. His passing is a great loss to the people of Boston and the wider world. My condolences to his family and all who loved him.
Phil Johnston
September 30, 2008
Al was a friend and great hero of mine and many others in human services and progressive politics. In his Globe role, he gave us all hope that our community could care for the poor and the vulnerable. He carried out his mission with great class and wit--he was among the best writers the Globe ever produced. I am stunned and saddened at his passing--I hope he knew how respected and admired he was by so many of us who were lucky to know him.
Larry Ames
September 30, 2008
Caryl and family:
You, as his family, and I, along with my colleagues at The Globe and my wife Bunny, were privileged to know and love such a special person with an incredible personality and dedication to his task as a journalist of the people. We will all miss Alan greatly.
John J. O'Connell
September 30, 2008
Dear Caryl,I'm heartily sorry for the passing of Alan.His kindness to me is one of my most cherished memories.May God grant him a wonderful city beat to walk through and chronicle.All my best to you and your family.John J.O'Connell
Boyd Estus
September 30, 2008
Dear Caryl,
I was one of many at WGBH who had the great pleasure of working with Alan on "The Reporters" early news program. Thanks to Alan, those days were like a wonderful extended graduate course in journalism.
Pat Sullivan
September 30, 2008
I so enjoyed your columns in the Boston Herald these past few years...they really reflected the streets and people of Boston as I remembered them, and caught the essence of the times so poignantly. You'll truly be a loss to the world of journalism.
martin goldman
September 30, 2008
To Caryl and the family;
The world is a sadder place without Alan in it. He was a mensch.
Marty Goldman
Francis M. Roache
September 30, 2008
There are many who are born with gifts who excell in many fields: education;arts;science;sports;government;public service;finance;media:military;and religion;to name a few. However,there are very few who reflect on their gifts and give thanks with the realization that a gift is to be deeply appreciated and to be used with great humility and to share with others for the common good.
Alan was a gifted and compassionate writer! He wrote from his heart and soul with profound gratitude that he could walk with and understand his fellow human beings.
Paul Flanagan
September 30, 2008
One of the great joys of walking around Winthrop was bumping into Alan. Those long arms would stop swinging that great smile would be beeming and always asking, hows the family. I will miss Alan.
Patricia Clark
September 30, 2008
Dear Caryl and family.
Alan was certainly a very special person who will be greatly missed. We always enjoyed meeting and talking with him. I wish more of our news reporters had Alan's wonderful values of strong character, honesty and integrity. He was one class act! And he was so proud of his family/grandchildren. We offer our deepest sympathy to all of you. We will remember him in our prayers
Joe and Patti Clark
Mark Silverman
September 30, 2008
To Caryl, Steven and Alyssa: Alan was my role model in journalism and in life. He was a hero in both because he was so kind, so smart, so aware, so honest, and so generous. As a journalist, he was the best story teller I ever met or read because he truly cared about people and cared enough to find out how things really worked. And in so many ways, Alan was the touchstone for our family.
Barbara Flavin
September 30, 2008
To the Lupo Family, Our deepest condolences in this time of pain and sorrow. We so enjoyed Alan's writings, stories and his chats when we would meet in the Winthrop Center over the years.
We will keep him in our prayers.
Barbara & Arthur Flavin
Amy Miccichi
September 30, 2008
Dear Family of Alan Lupo
Alan will be sadly missed at Bank of America (Winthrop Branch). Alan was one of our favorite customers and wrote a very special note in one of his columns about us at the branch. It was always a pleasure to wait on him and have a small chat with him. May Alan rest in peace.
Billy Bell
September 30, 2008
My condolences to Alan's family. He was just a down to earth guy who never forgot his roots. He would call me once in awhile when he was writing about the North Shore including REVERE. We discussed the demise of Swartz's Deli, where everyone went on Shirley Ave. He was truly a gentleman and a very decent guy. More writers should have his style.Fomer Revere City Councillor Billy Bell
Anne P. Umana
September 30, 2008
TO CARYL AND THE ENTIRE LUPO FAMILY....On behalf of the entire Umana family, I express our sincerest condolences. Alan was respected and loved by my father Guy and my uncle Mario...no one in our family ever put down the paper without reading Alan's article of the day..I talked with him a few months ago..he seemed more accepting of his circumstances than I was...following that conversation, I sent him a note telling him how much he meant to countless of us little folks in Boston...Now with his passing we have lost that wonderful period when the news was more fact than fiction ..when we got our news from 'reliable sources'...he knew where to get the news ...where to go to check his facts....but above Alan was warm , fun, considerate, respectful, intelligent and honest...A man of integrity...Some people cannot be replaced...Alan is one of them.
Colleen Molloy
September 30, 2008
To Steve and Alyssa,
I am so sadden to hear of the passing of your Dad.. I know what it is like to lose a parent and it is a void you will never be able to fill in your heart again. My heart goes out to you both and your family. May God bless you and your family in this most trying time.
Mort Bloomberg
September 29, 2008
Like Paula Elfant, I am also a former classmate of Alan's from the Shirley Street School days right through 10th grade at Winthrop High. We used to wage verbal jousts in class over the superior baseball team in Boston. Even back then, Alan had a huge following, easily outnumbering me and a few other Braves rooters.
David Cortiella
September 29, 2008
Dear Lupo Family:
I am one of the many sources that Alan worked with to develop stories. I worked in City Hall under the administration of Ray Flynn. He was an avid writer of the things that make a great urban center go sour. One day, as we were talking about some topic, he mentioned to me that his son who worked as a cop in Texas (I believe) was tracking the Latin Kings gang. We talked at length because I too was concerned about this gang. We eneded developing a strategy of providing as much exposure to this group. He said, sunshine is the best medicine for any disease. He was correct and over the next year he exposed the gang and made it possible for the police to target the leaders. Reporters like Alan are once in a lifetime and I am so glad that I had the experience of working with him to last me my lifetime. He will be missed.
Warmly, David
terry ann knopf
September 29, 2008
To dearest Caryl, Steven and Alyssa,
I will miss so many things about Alan -- his wisecracks and political stories, over matzah ball soup at Zaftigs; his passion and high ethical standards as a Boston Globe columnist; his warmth and humanity. Above his wonderful sense of humor. I can just picture him throwing his hands up in exasperation. “Who knew? On the day I died the stock market dropped nearly 800 points. I never knew I had that much power.”
Terry Ann Knopf [Brookline, MA]
Nancy Day
September 29, 2008
Dear Caryl, Steve, Alyssa, Zu, Connie and the beloved Grandchildren,
Hard to believe this compassionate, witty, warm and funny man is gone. He was one of my first friends in Boston. A terrific guy, as you well know, and he loved you all so very much. Please know how many lives he touched, in person with his big hugs and hearty laughs, and through his reporting and writing.
Fondly, and very sadly,
Nancy
Richard Kolikof
September 29, 2008
Dear Caryl, David, and Alyssa. You may not remember me, but I was your little league coach years ago in Winthrop. I remember my many conversations with your father. He was one of the few people that I had a chance to talk to about history and politics and life in general. I was saddened to hear about his passing.
Marshall Krantz
September 29, 2008
To The Lupo Family-
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I've known Alan for over 50 years; he will be sorely missed. He was a voice for the common folk that will not be easy to replace.
Richard Carpenter
September 29, 2008
Alan's columns were filled with warmth and wit and humanity. So, I would wager, was his life. His words, and his presence, will be missed.
Mary Mulvey Jacobson
September 29, 2008
What a remarkable man and a good friend. I pulled over to the side of the road and cried when I heard the news report on WBZ about his death. He was a truly fine person and I am honored to have known him. He will be missed in so many ways by so many people.
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