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Frank Paison Obituary
Frank was born in Staten Island, NY, in March of 1956. The son of Arnold Paison, a career army man, Frank spent much of his adolescence moving from base to base. After New York, the ever-mobile Paisons moved to Germany, before finally settling in Medford, Massachusetts.
Frank attended Matignon High School in Cambridge, MA, where he captained both the football and basketball teams, cultivated his patently loud sense of humor, and fortunately for him, met the love of his life, Laura Mullaney. Miraculously winning the approval of Laura's seven sisters, Frank and Laura married in 1983. This past May, Frank and Laura celebrated their 32nd wedding anniversary.
Frank received his Bachelor's Degree from Northeastern University in Boston, MA. His higher education would later culminate in a Master's Degree from UMass Lowell in Criminal Justice.
As a police officer, Frank built a storied career that spanned more than two decades. He initially served the Baltimore Police Department before joining the force in Nashua, NH. Frank's tenure at Nashua was highlighted by his launch of the department's first K-9 unit, his work as an expert hostage negotiator for the region, and his time spent undercover in the narcotics division. Frank retired in 2003 at the rank of Detective Sergeant.
Frank was a devoted and loving father to his two children, Michelle and Brian. From the softball diamond to the basketball court, Frank was a passionate coach for his two kids throughout the length of their sporting careers. As Michelle and Brian went on to pursue their respective undergraduate and graduate degrees, Frank shifted his focus from coaching to a new favorite pastime: bragging about his kids' alma maters. "Tufts, Georgetown, Harvard, and USC" became something of a mantra for Frank.
Frank was an avid movie watcher, a lifelong dog lover, and the proud owner of a simply badass mustache.
He leaves behind his wife Laura, his children Michelle and Brian, his mother Angelina, and three sisters Frances McConnell, Faith Manning, and Angela DiTucci, and an impressive number of friends who will certainly miss his daily phone calls.
Calling hours will be in the Rivet Funeral Home, 425 Daniel Webster Hwy, Merrimack, NH on Tuesday, June 23, 2015, from 4-8 PM. A mass will be celebrated at Our Lady of Mercy Church, 16 Baboosic Lake Road, Merrimack on Wednesday, June 24 at 10 AM.
The family requests in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to Franciscan Mission Assoc., PO Box 598, Mount Vernon, NY 10551.
For more information or to sign an online memorial book go to www.rivetfuneralhome.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Frank Paison
Sponsored by Jimmy Campos, a lucky person to know Frank.
Frances DePinto Carino
June 19, 2025
Dear Laurie, Michelle and Brian,
I´d like to share a memory of Frank with you. Frank went to visit my dad in the hospital. He had long hair and a beard. Dad had no clue who this man was. We all had a laugh when Dad realized Frank was his nephew. Frank was a good man. I hope your memories give you comfort.
Cousin Fran DePinto Carino
Thomas Allen
June 14, 2023
Today remembering a friend who went way too early.
Rachel Watkins
June 19, 2020
Dear Laurie, Michelle , Brian and family members.
So hard to believe 5 years have gone by since Frank's/ your Dad's passing. I have been thinking of you all day.
Please know he holds a very special place in my heart. Also know he is closer to you, than you can even imagine. this I know for sure.
Love Rachel
Paul Foley
June 16, 2019
I was thinking about Frank recently. It's still hard for me to believe he's gone. Gone way too soon. I'll always remember him as a teammate of mine for our football and basketball team. Frank really played his heart out on the field and the court. I miss him a lot.
Tracey Pelletier
July 2, 2015
My deepest sympathies go out to Frank's family. I hadn't seen him in many years, but that was a name I will never forget. When I was a child, I got hit by a car on Amherst st, Frank not only followed the ambulance to the hospital, but then drove me and my mom home after and carried me in the house for her. He was the best, and growing up I never forgot him....May he rest in peace...I'm so sorry for your loss.
Karen D
June 26, 2015
May God bless the Paison family as they go forward without him. He was a gentle cop who did a good job.
Joseph Fricano
June 23, 2015
Frank was one of my mentors as a young police officer. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Ali Rung LaSala
June 23, 2015
Michelle. I don't know what to say. I just found out; I'm missing the wake as I type this. I am so sorry. Keeping you all in my warmest thoughts.
Robert Valade
June 23, 2015
God bless you and your family during this difficult time.
Michael Schoengold
June 23, 2015
After more than ten years of friendship with Michelle and multiple meetings, I know that Frank was a very special person. I am deeply troubled and sorry to hear of Frank's passing. Frank's work is ever-present and visible in Michelle and Brian and a testament to just the kind of person Frank was. My thoughts are with you and the entire family.
Keri Mullin
June 23, 2015
Laurie, Michelle and Brian.. I am SO sorry for your loss. It's been a long time since I saw all of you but I have fond memories of Frank. Please find comfort in all your memories and know he will live on in your hearts.. xo.
Kevin Lemieux
June 22, 2015
Frank was a good friend to everyone he met myself included.
Mary Ann Desrosiers
June 22, 2015
You're in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss.
Bob, Mary Ann and Meghan Desrosiers
June 22, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Paison family. My husband worked with Frank, Toni and my brother Jim doing construction jobs. Frank was a great friend to my brother Jim and he truly had a wonderful soul. I can see them now reunited in heaven.
Joe and Maryann (Brackett) Reiss
Charlie Maxwell
June 22, 2015
I had the pleasure of getting to know Frank on several jobs, and he became a great friend. I will miss the random calls and funny texts that he would send me. I know he loves his family, by how much he talked about them. He knew what was going on in my family as well, and really made me feel like I was someone he truly cared about. Frank, God bless you and your family. I still have your voicemail from a few weeks ago, and I will just imagine that you are still on the other end of the line. I know you are sitting at the right hand of God, and taking care of any evil doers with the fear you can generate just with your voice. I will never forget your stories about 70's leisure suits, your police stories, and listening to you sing to John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown band. Godspeed, my friend.
Thomas Allen
June 22, 2015
To all whom know Frank, most people don't know my name , but the small amount of time I got to spend with him changed my life forever.
My heart goes out to the family and close friends today, may your pain be replaced with joy when you remember back on the great times.
To a man I barley knew.. Thank you for showing me life and the love of good Pittsburg food. May peace be with you always my friend.
Thomas Allen
June 22, 2015
Let your light shine in our hearts forever more
Jeff Szymczak
June 22, 2015
My condolences. I only had the opportunity to work with Frank for a short time, however, it has left a lasting impression. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
June 22, 2015
Frank was such a great friend to my brother Jim. He came to see him every day when he found out Jim was sick and his presence helped us through a very difficult time. A truly good friend and person. My sincerest sympathies to all of the Paison family. May you find comfort in knowing he is at peace and reunited with his good buddy Jim.
Maureen Brackett-Campbell
Ali Landes
June 22, 2015
Laurie, Michelle and Brian, I am thinking about you non stop. I am so sorry and shocked about the loss of Frank. My whole family will always be here for you.
Love Ali
Jimmy Campos
June 22, 2015
To the Paison Family-
Frank was an amazing individual. I worked with him several times in the past 11 years. He thought I was crazy, which is true, but we always had a great time working together. I have a project scheduled in the fall in Boston and I was really looking forward to seeing Frank, sharing some stories and having many laughs like we have always had. I am truly sorry for the loss of this great guy.
John Fisher
June 22, 2015
Paison Family,
I was saddened to learn of Frank's passing and very sorry for your loss. I worked with Frank at the Nashua Police Department for many years and there are 2 things I am sure of: Frank was tremendously proud of his family and he was a relentless investigator. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time.
kathie Roy
June 22, 2015
Laurie, Michelle and Brian,
My heart goes out to all of you at this sad time. My prayers go out to you. May your memories of him raise you up.
Cleaven Ferguson
June 22, 2015
Sorry for your loss. My son Ryan Ferguson went to school with Michelle. I use to work out at Gold's Gym in Nashua with Frank. Good dude!!!!
June 22, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. Frank and I went to grammar school and Matignon together. I have great childhood memories of him. My prayers to you and your children. Karen Kelleher Mason
Ed Camara
June 22, 2015
Laurie and Family,
I am so saddened and shocked at the loss of Frank.
We spoke several times a week and he was always so genuinely interested in what my kids have been up to and would always have great advise .
he was a great man and great friend!
our prayers are with.
Ed Camara
Harold Anderson
June 22, 2015
Laurie,
Please accept my deepest condolences during your time of loss. Frank and I have been coworkers for a long time and he will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. Rest in peace Frank.
Rich Schumacher
June 22, 2015
Frank was a mentor and friend to me during our time together at Groom Construction. I'll never forget the stories he told. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jeff Smith
June 22, 2015
Condolences to the Paison family. I met Frank when he worked detail where I was working in the mid -80's in Nashua. Frank was easy to talk to and a gentleman. Sorry for your loss.
Lissa Brownlee
June 22, 2015
Laurie,
Our Deepest Sympathy for you and your family at such a difficult time. Groom has lost one of there own and are Deeply Saddened. Rest in Peace, Frank. You will be Greatly Missed.
Lissa
June 22, 2015
Dear Laurie, Michelle and Brian,
We are so saddened to hear about the loss of your Husband/Father. There are no words. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Our deepest sympathy, Deb, Dan and Lindsay Beaudry.
June 22, 2015
Our most heartfelt condolences on the sudden and premature loss to the Paison family- Elaine, Rick and Rich Loomer
John and Cathy Murphy
June 22, 2015
Laura and family, we are so sorry to hear about Frank. The years with him coaching John on the Shamrocks will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. RIP Frank
Diane Bolduc
June 22, 2015
Laurie, I am stunned and saddened for you and for all of your family. I pray that your joyful memories of your life together help ease the pain of your grieving. God bless and keep you.
June 22, 2015
Laurie,
I am so sorry to hear about the death of your husband. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Amy Kemp
Betty Rawnsley
June 22, 2015
Laurie,Michelle & Brian:
Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are extended on to you and Frank's family and friends. Treasure many wonderful memories and let them comfort and sustain you during these difficult times. We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. All God's Blessings,Rawnsley Family
Bill Adamson
June 22, 2015
I am sorry so for your loss. I will always remember Sgt. Paison's "colorful" vernacular and his love for NPD and police work. Rest in Peace Frank.
Paul Foley
June 22, 2015
I played football and basketball with Frank in high school. He was tough and very competitive. My father and Mr. Paison went to a lot of our games. We shared many laughs over the years , he later became my brother in law. I was shocked to hear of his passing from my daughter Jill. I cried for awhile , thinking about memories from our past growing up together. I graduated from high school with his sister Fran. Frank was a good man, father, husband, and friend. My condolences to Laurie, Brian, Michelle and the entire Paison family. I loved Frank , a great teammate and brother in law. I hope you don't mind a funny memory of Frank from high school. He came out of the shower one day after basketball practice and we stole his clothes. He was always playing practical jokes on us. It was quite a sight seeing him walking home with only a tee shirt and long johns on in the middle of Jan. We drove by laughing stopped gave him his clothes and a ride home. Frank laughed about it too. God Bless all of you , you are in my prayers. The Foley family , Susan, Bruce, and my Mom are praying for you too.
Chief (Ret.) Ira Migdal
June 22, 2015
I am saddened and speechless at the sudden loss of this great man. I met Frank many years ago and it was obvious that he was a man of honor, integrity, credibility and compassion. The world skipped a beat the second Frank left it and things just will never be the same again. My heartfelt condolences to the family on this unimaginable loss.
kathy kdonovan.
June 21, 2015
Our hearts, thoughts and prayers go out to the paison family. Rip Frank
Sean Donovan and family
The Desmond Family
June 21, 2015
A true friend! We are at a loss for the right words to write to describe such a thoughtful and caring man. We will miss you, everyday. Rest in Peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Kim Philibert
June 21, 2015
Laurie,
I am so sorry to hear about the sudden loss of your husband. Thinking of you and your children during this difficult time. May you find comfort in the love and support of your family and friends.
June 21, 2015
Dear Laurie, Michelle and Brian,
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of Franks passing. Please know you are in our thoughts and hearts during this most difficult time!
Pamela Auer and family
Debby Buteau
June 21, 2015
Laurie, Michelle, and Brian,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God keep His loving arms around you and give you the strength to get through this most difficult time. May you all be blessed with wonderful memories of Frank.
Debby and Mike Buteau
Auntie Pauline, Frank, John Ciccarelli
June 21, 2015
To Laurie, Michelle, Brian, Auntie Angie and family
We're shocked and deeply saddened to hear about Frank. You and your families are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
Kim Adams
June 21, 2015
Laurie I am so sorry to hear of your husbands passing. I can't even imagine what you must be feeling. Please know that you and your children are in my prayers. Sending you lots of love and strength during this difficult time.
Brenda Sacino
June 21, 2015
I'm shocked and saddened to hear of the loss of your husband, Laurie. You spoke of Frank with such pride and love. Wishing you peace, sending love and hugs.
James Mulligan
June 21, 2015
I worked with Frank at Nashua PD he was a great Detective and police officer. Gone to soon. Rest in peace my brother.
Suzy Portnoy-McKinnon
June 21, 2015
Laurie, Brian and Michelle ,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with all of you
Paula Roberts
June 21, 2015
Laurie,
My heart skipped a beat when I learned of Frank's death ... You and your family are on my heart and in my prayers. May the love of family and prayers of your many friends and colleagues comfort you in the days and weeks ahead. In deepest sympathy, Paula
June 21, 2015
Dear Laurie and Family,
I am so very saddened to hear the news of Franks passing. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
-Janine Metro
Jenny Todd
June 21, 2015
Laurie, so so sorry to hear about Frank. Sending you and your kids healing thoughts. He sounds like a wonderful man. Love and hugs to you.
June 21, 2015
Laurie,
My thoughts are with you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss.
Anne Lajeunesse
Kathy Gray
June 21, 2015
My deepest condolences to Laurie and her family for their loss. Sending love and prayers of strength during this time of sorrow.
Amanda Rogers
June 21, 2015
Fran & family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. We are thinking of you and and sending love.
Mandy, Tony, Annika & Elsa
June 21, 2015
Frankie,
You were a brother to me. From the 1st time I met you, we clicked. I will miss our daily phone calls to talk about everything going on in our lives. What an emptiness I now have. Frankie you were a huge part of my life. I will miss you very much.
Love your brother-in-law Bob "Bobbie D."
June 21, 2015
Laurie,
Sorry for your loss. Great memories of Frank in high school. Sounds like he had a good life and family.
Best, John Regan (Matignon '76)
Fran Carino
June 21, 2015
To Laurie and family and Aunty Angie and family,
We are all so shocked to hear of the sudden passing of Frank. We all remember Frank's visit to my dad in the hospital. Frank was undercover so Dad didn't even recognize him. We had a good laugh about that. Frank was a good man. He is now with his dad and mine in heaven. We will be praying for all of you in the difficult days ahead. We are so sorry for your loss.
Love
Fran DePinto Carino and the DePinto, Carino, and Slattery families
Ken Renoux
June 21, 2015
Worked many fire investigations with Frank. It was an honor to work with him .
Rachel Watkins
June 20, 2015
My thoughts, prayers and love are with the entire Paison family. Especially, Laurie, Michelle and Brian. Frank your Husband/Dad, was such a wonderful Gentle Giant. I will never forget, how for the past two plus years he was here for every snow storm plowing my driveway especially this last winter when he worked so hard to find a place to put all of it! Before he would arrive he would always call to be sure I would not venture out and try to shovel myself. He would say" stay inside and keep warm". Hugs to you in Heaven Frank for all you have done for me.
John Zafiris Jr
June 20, 2015
Please accept my deepest condolences. Frank was a great man and will be sorely missed by all.
June 20, 2015
Frank was a wonderful brother- he was the best. He always took care of me growing up. My heart is broken.
Love Angela
Michele Johnson
June 20, 2015
RIP Frank. You were a great guy and a great cop.. Say hi To Jim B up there . You will be sorely missed
Alan Stuart
June 20, 2015
Laura, Michelle and Brian. as I write this I feel a profound sadness for the loss of a truly decent man, heroic police officer and, I'm proud to say, a cherished friend. I'm sorry that we let our busy post NPD lives stop us from keeping in touch as much as I would have preferred. I always thought that we would "catch up" tomorrow. As I come to realize that there will be no tomorrows for us, the hole in my heart grows larger. I met Frank over thirty years ago when he joined the Nashua Police Department. I was blessed to spend many hours with Frank over the years. I can say without reservation that Frank was the best police officer I ever worked with. He had boundless energy and a desire to keep the citizens and other members of NPD safe. I know I always felt confident when Frank was by my side in a dangerous situation. Over the years Frank received many commendations for his police work. I can think of several heroic actions that he did not receive recognition for, but Frank was not about the medals, he truly loved police work and service to the citizens of Nashua. Police work was Frank's second love, his first love was his family. I spent many hours listening to Frank talk with justifiable pride about Michelle and Brian's athletic and academic accomplishments. When Frank spoke of his wife, I could tell Laura was the love of his life. I will miss Frank but I will always consider myself blessed for having known him and for being able to say he was my friend.
Fred Williams
June 20, 2015
Frank was a good cop to work beside. He always had his fellow officer's backs in difficult times. I will miss his smile and sense of humor.
The Staff of George R. Rivet Funeral Home
June 21, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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