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1955

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2019

PAUL CRIPPS Obituary

Name: Celebration of Life for PAUL CRIPPS
Start: 2019-03-23T18:00:00.000Z
Location: 1620 Hotel,

CRIPPS, Paul It is with great sadness that the family of Paul Cripps announces his sudden passing, on Saturday February 16, 2019, at the age of 63 years. Originally of North Weymouth, he was a longtime resident of Plymouth and was currently living in Sagamore with his wife Natalie. Paul began his career as a costumed interpreter at Plimoth Plantation in 1980, where he worked in various roles including supervisor of interpreters, and manager of Guest Services until 1998. He went on to work for Plymouth County Development Council, and then to Destination Plymouth where he oversaw the merger of the two groups, and served as Executive Director until his passing. Paul also served as the Legislative Chair of the State Regional Tourism Council. Considered a preeminent expert in marketing tourism, Paul was a frequent speaker at the State House on matters relating to tourism, particularly for Plymouth County. He served in the MA Air National Guard 202nd Weather Flight at Otis ANGB from 1985-1991. He was predeceased by his father, Ira Cripps, of Whitman, and is survived by his wife Natalie, his mother Dorothy of Weymouth, sons Joshua (Elyce) of Plymouth, and Benjamin (Haley) of Charlotte, NC, daughters Sandra (Alex) of Fitchburg, and Rebecca (Don) of Hanson, brothers Daniel (Cathy) of Lakeville, and David of Weymouth, and grandchildren Zachary, Annika, Rowan, Jack, Sabine, Daytona, Marcus, Claire, and Kaleigh, and stepsons Morgan (Abigail) of South Dennis, Austin (Greer) of Alstead, NH, and stepgrandchildren Shepard, Breaker, Isaiah, Freeman, and Marlowe. Visiting Hours: Paul's Celebration of Life will be held on March 23, at 2 pm, at the 1620 Hotel, 180 Water St., Plymouth, MA. Paul's family is organizing a foundation to honor him in a continuing manner and ask that contributions be made to the foundation, in lieu of flowers. More information will become available as the foundation develops.

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Published by Boston Globe from Feb. 20 to Feb. 21, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for PAUL CRIPPS

12 Entries

Mark Cripps

February 14, 2024

It´s hard to believe that five years have gone past. How well I remember that phone call.

Jim

February 15, 2023

Will never forget you, my friend
Will always remember the hilarious escapades of our younger days. Thanks ,Paul ,for those great memories. R I P

Rhonda Bishop

February 14, 2023

I still miss you...life is so fragile. This past month there have been so many that I know that have past, it´s crazy. You were taken way to young.

Jim Halpin

March 26, 2019

To Paul's family and loved ones , our deepest most sincere sympathies . News of Paul's passing cut to the core. A truly wonderful person has left this world . He will be immeasurably missed and I will be forever grateful for the memories we shared .RIP my good friend , you were taken way too soon

Marianne Peak

March 23, 2019

I regret I am unable to attend Paul's Memorial Service today. My thoughts as I reflect on Paul and his legacy -

Paul Cripps will long be remembered. Such a loss for so many - He was a staunch supporter of the Adams National Historical Park, National Park Service and Quincy and all who invested in Tourism. Paul was a well respected icon in Plymouth who dedicated himself to the "mission " as Plymouth was about to celebrate its "400th." I had a great conversation with Paul at this year's Discover Quincy Annual Meeting - what a privilege - who knew his life would be so short - We talked about getting together later in the season. It wasn't meant to be, making the time we had together so special that evening. Thanks for including Paul and having him as a keynote speaker last year. I have photos of that event - and as we all would have expected, he was inspirational and wonderful!! Paul was energized with Discover Quincy's successes and was an exceptional partner in supporting partnerships for the greater good. He will be missed.

Marianne Peak
Superintendent
Adams National Historical Park

colleen currier

March 9, 2019

Dear Family and Close friends,

I am deeply saddened to learn the news of Paul's passing.I first met Paul while working at Visitor Services at the Plantation and then later at Destination Plymouth. My late husband Richard Currier worked with him as well and a long time friend. Paul recently, attended Richard's funeral, and I spoke with him over the holiday telling him I would be visiting in July and could we met for coffee. I will miss him imensely and I'm sure if Richard were around he would be beside himself.

Colleen Currier

Colleen Currier

March 9, 2019

Dearest friends and family,

I was truly overcome with saddness when I learned of Paul's passing. I first met Paul when working for the Plantation's Visitor Services but most recently at Destination Plymouth. My late husband Richard Currier and Paul worked together at the Plantation and and continued to be close friends. Infact, Paul, attended Richards funeral in April and I spoke to him over the holiday and told him I would be visiting my family in July and I would stop and visit and that was the last time I spoke with him. I will miss him terribly.

Carol Peterson

February 27, 2019

Dearest Josh, our journey in life is never known and when I read the paper and saw your dads obituary my heart dropped because the love for our parents is not replaceable, I pray Josh that somehow time will lessen your pain and I believe your love for my daughter Elyce and your son Marcus and your family will be by your side to help nurture your heart.
My deepest regards,
Carol Peterson

Julie Coffin

February 25, 2019

Paul was my first cousin. I have such wonderful memories of the times our families spent together. Even as a child he was gentle and kind. I feel like part of my childhood is gone. Gone but never forgotten. You will be missed Paul. ❤

Rhonda Bishop

February 25, 2019

Such a beautiful elegant classy man... he knew how to motivate, encourage and support all those around him. I'll miss my friend.

Helen DeCoste

February 21, 2019

Growing up in North Weymouth, I remember Paul as a great guy, friend, and classmate. Very sorry for your loss. RIP Paul.

Mark Cripps

February 21, 2019

My Irish' twin.

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