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PAUL LOUIS MASASCHI

1937 - 2013

PAUL LOUIS MASASCHI obituary, 1937-2013, Buzzards Bay, MA

BORN

1937

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home - Bourne

40 MacArthur Blvd

Bourne, Massachusetts

PAUL MASASCHI Obituary

MASASCHI, Paul Buzz Louis 76, of Buzzards Bay, Massachusetts. Born in Providence, RI January 23 1937- December 3, 2013. He is the son of Louis Anthony Masaschi and Pauline Catherine Alvezi. He leaves a twin sister Pauline Masaschi and a younger sister Helene Masaschi. He attended The Fessendon Elementary School, Tilton Academy in New Hampshire, and Tabor Academy High School in Marion Massachusetts. He attended Norwich University where he was awarded the prestigious Whos Who among students in America as an athletic scholar with achievements in hockey, and baseball and was captain of the football team. Paul graduated as a Civil Engineer, got married and joined the Army Reserve as a 1st Lt, with training in Fort Knox, Tennessee. Due to a hardship of his fathers sudden passing he left the Army and took over his fathers construction company and as the President ran a successful business in Sandwich, Massachusetts for over 30 years. He was involved in the restoration of such historical landmarks as the National Seashore, many churches and numerous schools throughout Massachusetts. Paul was the president of the Bourne Rotary Club, enjoyed coaching youth hockey and opened his house and heart to any child that came through his door. Paul married his college sweetheart Mary Ann Read and they just celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary. They raised five children including Paul L Masaschi Jr, Nancy L Masaschi, Louis R Masaschi and wife Jeannette, Lisa A Masaschi Heaney, and Thomas E Masaschi and wife Kara. Buzz has been blessed with 8 grandchildren, Ashley, Joshua, Sarah, Olivia, Madeline, Luke, Will, and Louie. Paul dedicated his life to the happiness and well-being of his wife and children. He found tremendous enjoyment skiing with his grandchildren in Vermont, fishing and lobstering in Buzzards Bay and attending his families sporting events. He lived his life to the fullest and enjoyed every minute of it. Visiting Hours for Paul will be held on Monday from 4-8PM in the Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home, 40 MacArthur Blvd., BOURNE. Funeral Service on Tuesday at 11AM in Bourne United Methodist Church, 37 Sandwich Rd., Bourne. Burial to follow in Sandwich Town Cemetery. Relatives and friends invited. For online guestbook, please visit www.NickersonBourneFuneralHome.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 6 to Dec. 7, 2013.

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January 4, 2014

Sorry to hear about Paul. I liked him. He went way before his time. Steven Shaevel

diana O'Melia

December 18, 2013

Maryanne
We just heard about Buzz...
So sorry for your loss.
Diana & Rich O'Melia

Andrew Broughton

December 14, 2013

Sarah,

My most deepest sympathy to you and your whole family. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your grandfather. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the whole family during this difficult time. P.S. Remember him with a smile!

December 10, 2013

Hi -- a great guy that I met at Norwich during 1956 who was a friend to all, both to those who played football, those who worked in the mess hall, those who were outside of his Fraternity, etc. -- a great loss! -- sorry we only would meet at Norwich reunions after graduations
Regards, Bob Lauben (used to be Laubenheimer)

Kim Klimowski

December 10, 2013

Tom,Kara,Luke and Will,
We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
The Klimowski Family

Diane and Bob Johnson

December 10, 2013

Dear Mary Ann,
We were surprised and saddened to hear about Buzz's sudden death. May you and your family find the strength to face the difficult days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Russell Freeman

December 9, 2013

Dear Louis (and the Masaschi Family),

Sorry to hear about the loss of your father ( family member). My heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to you and your family.

December 9, 2013

Dear Mary Ann, Paul, Nancy, Lisa, Louie, & Tommy - We remember the wonderful times at the Masaschi home with you, your family, friends and ours. Please know that you are in our thoughts and hope time will heal the loss of a great man - loyal friend, loving father and devoted husband.
Sincerely, Wendy & Larry Bidstrup

December 9, 2013

Dear Masaschi Family, Buzz was an outstanding classmate, teammate & person. Our prayers are with your family. God Bless you all, may he RIP. Bill Rawle, Oxford, Pa.

December 9, 2013

Dear Masaschi Family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. The McNamara family

December 9, 2013

Mary Ann,
Words aren't enough to describe the years we've all known each other, and even though we didn't see each other a lot, the phone calls made the closeness seem like only yesterday.
Hope to see you in the spring! Glad to see we got a couple of Louie's around.
My deepest sympathies
Bob Brownstein

Robin DePaolis

December 9, 2013

Dear Masaschi family,
I was so sad to hear this news. My sincere condolences for your loss. It was a beautiful video tribute. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Robin (Bidstrup) DePaolis

Donna Goulet

December 9, 2013

To MaryAnn and the entire Masaschi family, I was very saddened to hear of Buzzy's passing but it brought back so many good memories of times years ago spent with you, and of our Friday nights playing tennis and pizza at Charlie's. Sending lots of love and prayers to you at this tough time.
Donna Balser Goulet

December 9, 2013

Dear Sissy and Helene, Shea told me of Buzzy's passing. I just want you to know how sorry I am and that you both are in my heart and prayers. I will be with you on Tuesday in spirit. This comes with much love to you from me. Peg (Thomas)

Susan Grenda

December 8, 2013

Marianne and family

Tiger and I are so sorry to hear of Buzz passing. We will always have the good old hockey days to remember him, you and your family.

The Sobko Family

December 8, 2013

Dear Masaschi Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of such a very special and most loved member of your family.
We will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers, especially as you endure these difficult couple of days ahead.

Philip Rossi

December 8, 2013

To the Masachi family;I was shocked and extremely sorry for your sudden loss of Buzz. Having worked for Buzz for almost 20 years I became very close to most of you,almost like an extended family. I know how close you are as a family and I hope God gives you all the strength you need to overcome these trying times. We accomplished a lot during those years and I will always have fond memories of those times. You are in my thoughts and prayers

Beverly & David MacKinnon

December 8, 2013

We were very sorry to hear about the passing of Buzz and would like to extend our Deepest Sympathies to the entire Masaschi Family. Our Love, Thoughts, and Prayers are with you, all.

December 7, 2013

Dear Pauline & Helene,
Normand & I extend our sincerest condolences on the loss of your brother, Paul. May he rest in peace and live in your hearts forever!

Sincerely,

Pauline & Normand Caton

Sue Whiting

December 7, 2013

To the Masaschi family, I am stunned and saddened to hear of Buzz's passing. I will always charish the way he and family treated my parents when they visited-it meant more than you know. My deepest,deepest sympathies,

Dick Schultz

December 7, 2013

To the Masaschi Family: So shocked and sorry to hear of Buzz' passing. I had the pleasure and privilege to have been his classmate at Norwich (Class of 1960) where he was admired, respected, and treasured as a friend by all.

The Ghaemi Family

December 7, 2013

To the Masaschi Family, We are so sorry to hear of your father, brother, and grandfather's passing. Our heart goes out to you all. Our thoughts are with your during these very difficult times.

Dedication of Buzzy Blvd., March 23, 2013

Lisa Dillon Beliveau

December 7, 2013

I had the lucky chance of riding the chairlift with Buzz last winter at Mt. Ellen and after skiing a few runs together he introduced me to his group of Glen House friends. Even though I only knew him for one ski season it felt like so much longer because he was so welcoming and had such a wonderful positive spirit about him.

Masaschi family, I am so sad for your loss. I am also sad for all of Buzz's longtime ski buddies up here in Vermont. Mt. Ellen won't be the same without him. I'll think of him each time I ski Buzzy Blvd.....

December 7, 2013

Helene and Pauline, I'm so very sorry to hear of your brother's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sandra Lajoie

Mary Kate McGowan

December 7, 2013

Hi Lisa.

My mom just called to tell me that your dad passed and I was so so sorry to hear it. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm sure he's up there continuing to protect and root for his amazing beloved Lisa. I wish I could come to the wake and give you a squeeze in person - it has been far too long - but I have end of the term commitments at the college that cannot be rescheduled. HUGE HUG MK

VICTOR KIM

December 7, 2013

To the Family of Paul:
We were very sorry to hear the sad news about Paul. He was my classmate at Norwich University and he will be missed. Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Sincerely, Victor and Pauline Kim, Pocasset, Norwich University class of 1960

Tammy Todesco

December 7, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with The Masaschi Family, I love you all....Rest In Peace Big Bad Wolf, you sure were fun and had a great presence among us kids of Whittemore Point, I will never forget....Love, Tammy

Brian and Sue Marceau

December 6, 2013

Pauline, Lenie, Mary Ann and Family, We were deeply saddened to hear of Buzzy's passing. He was a wonderful man who loved you all. We were fortunate to know him and will think of him always with a smile on his face. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Brian and Sue Marceau ( Pepperell, MA)

December 6, 2013

So very sorry for your loss. Barbara and David Garceau

Karen McNamara

December 6, 2013

Pauline and Helene I am so sorry for your loss. Your brother sounded like a wonderful man, who lived life to the fullest. You will be in my thoughts and I am sending prayers your way.

Dianne Daley

December 6, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are of all of you at this time. Buzzy was a wonderful family man. He will be remembered and missed by those who knew him.

The Staff of Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home

December 6, 2013

We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.

December 6, 2013

What a fun loving spirit Uncle Paul was every time we spent time with him.
His charisma and poise was infectious and truly memorable.
He will be sorrowfully missed.
Our thoughts prayers are with all of your family.

Randy and Kriki Read
(Buffalo, NY)

Brenda and Wally Wenzel

December 6, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. May you find comfort in the love of your family and friends.

December 6, 2013

To the entire Masaschi Family, it has been a unique pleasure to work closely with Tom & Louis during the last 12 years. I had the pleasure to speak with Paul on numerous occasions. He was a passionate businessman and a family leader without equal. You have my deepest sympathies and condolences. Your wonderful memories will last forever and will be passed from generation to generation.

Gary Robinson

Christine and Carsten Jorgensen

December 6, 2013

We hope your wonderful memories of a life well-lived will bring you comfort today and always. With our deepest sympathy.

Vin McDermott

December 5, 2013

To the Masaschi family, my deepest symathies on your loss. I loved Buzz and he was always one of the the kindest and most generous people I have known. From a very young age he made me feel part of the family and every time I saw him he made me feel like I was special to him. I'll never forget all the nice things he did for me ! My prayers are with you, Vinnie McD

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4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Nickerson-Bourne Funeral Home - Bourne

40 MacArthur Blvd, Bourne, MA 02532

Dec

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Bourne United Methodist Church

37 Sandwich Rd., Bourne, MA

Dec

10

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