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Paul Francis Tero
1956 - 2015 BUZZARDS BAY Paul Francis Tero 58, of Buzzards Bay, Mass. died Thursday May 7, at his home. He was born in Boston on August 12, 1956 a son of Claire (Goodhue) Tero and the late Francis Frederick Tero. He attended St. Bridget's Elementary School and graduated from Cardinal Spellman High School. He went on to an extensive college journey beginning at Bridgewater State College graduating with a B.S. degree in Psychology. He then attended Assumption College where he earned his M.A. in Counseling Psychology and then attended the University of Rochester earning both an M.S.Ed. in Psychological Development and a Ph.D in Education. Dr. Tero began his professional career as the Dean of Academic Studies at North Adams State College then as the Dean of Academic Affairs at Lyndon State College. He served as the Dean of the College at Hesser College and then as vice president for Graduate and professional programs at Saint Mary's University of Minnesota. At the time of his death he was serving as the Dean of Academic Affairs at the National Graduate School of Quality Management in Falmouth, Mass. Survivors include his mother, Claire Tero of Buzzards Bay; three sons, Christopher Tero, Ryan Tero, and Timothy Tero all of North Adams; his former wife, Virginia O'Neil of North Adams. He was predeceased by a brother, Richard Tero. FUNERAL NOTICE: A Memorial Service to celebrate Paul Tero's life will be held Saturday June 6, at 11 a.m. at the FLYNN DAGNOLI-MONTAGNA HOME FOR FUNERALS, WEST CHAPELS, 521 West Main St. North Adams, Mass. Burial will follow in Southview Cemetery. A calling hour will be held on Saturday morning from 10 - 11 a.m. To send a card or a message, please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com
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I recently learned of Paul's passing and wanted to express my condolences to friends and family. I also wanted to express the profound impact he had on my education, and life in the 2 short years I got to know him at Lyndon. Some educators have that ability, that gift. He was, as another person put it and I'll reinforce, fairest of the fair. So sorry.
William Vlahos
October 8, 2015
Paul was such a beloved and best friend of mine forever. My late wife, Judith Cramer, had so much respect for Paul and he was always invited to join us for dinner since Paul loved my late wife's cooking so much and we always enjoyed Paul's company tremendously. I sure will miss this brilliant, wonderful man so much. Robert and Vanessa Cramer.
Robert Cramer
June 10, 2015
I'm sorry for all family and friends. Paul was a good guy.
Kelly
June 8, 2015
My condolences to Paul's family. Paul was a fair individual when serving as Dean at LSC. I enjoyed my discussions with him and his interesting views on higher education.
Rod Zwick
June 4, 2015
Rest is peace Paul......
Karen DiGloria
June 3, 2015
Dr. Shanel Lu
June 3, 2015
To the entire Tero Family: Sorry to hear the sad news and you have our deepest sympathies. The O'Connor Family
May 31, 2015
To the entire Tero Family: Sorry to hear the sad news and our sympathies are with you. The O'Connor Family
May 31, 2015
Ryan, so sorry to learn of your loss. With deepest sympathy, S. Dallmeyer
May 31, 2015
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