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Paul Canavan Obituary
Born in Scranton, he was the son of Jane Quinn Canavan, of Scranton, and the late Joseph Canavan. He was a member of St. Ann's Basilica and was educated in Dunmore public schools and a graduate of Dunmore High School, class of 1975, and Johnson School of Technology. Prior to his illness, he was employed by MetLife. He was a member of the Clarks Summit Lions Club, and was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan. Paul was a great, beloved man who had a big heart. He was a loving and devoted husband, father, son and brother who will be deeply missed.
Also surviving are a son, Paul F. Canavan Jr., Clarks Summit; two stepsons, Jason Bruno, Dunmore; and Jonathan Bruno, Throop; a daughter, Laura Canavan, Scranton; three grandchildren, Aiden, Chloe and Marcus Canavan; two brothers, Wayne Canavan and wife, Debbie, Scranton; and Joseph Canavan and wife, Mary Ann, Orlando, Fla.; three sisters, Sally Duffy and husband, Philip, Scranton; Ellen Canavan, Dunmore; and Cheryl Canavan, Scranton; nieces, nephews and cousins.
The funeral will be Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. from the Thomas J. Hughes Funeral Home Inc., 1240 St. Ann's St., Scranton, with Mass of Christian Burial in St. Ann's Basilica at 10 to be celebrated by the Rev. Joseph Jones, C.P. Interment, Cathedral Cemetery. Friends may call Tuesday, 4 to 8 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Northeast Regional Hospice, 746 Jefferson Ave., Scranton, PA 18510.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Canavan
Mary Stair
November 8, 2024
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Mary Stair
November 25, 2011
To all of the family, i was so sad to hear of your loss, i used to work for paul and i also know sally and i wanted to pay my repects am sorry i did not know where it was but anyway i wanted you to know he was a great man and alway's smiled and told jokes and just greaat repect and will be missed i am heartbroken and will pray for him alway's, alive in our hearts never forgot God bless and will keep him in my prayer's.
November 17, 2011
Dear Mrs. Canavan, Jay and family,
So very sorry to hear about Paul. My prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Lisa DiMattio Kerr, Harleysville PA
Diane Wolk
November 15, 2011
To the Canavan Family,
I am so sorry for the loss of Paul, we will pray for him, I remember him growing up as we all would get together for the holidays. We will keep him in our prayers,
Diane Wielebinski Wolk, Ian and Lauren
Miles Neutts
November 15, 2011
To the Canavan Family. I am so sorry for your loss. Paul and I worked many years together at Met Life. He was a great guy always had a smile for everyone. He will be in my prayers.
November 14, 2011
Paul was a great man!!!- Hefflers'
Marlene Kobar Stowell
November 14, 2011
To Jay and the Canavan family,
I am so sorry to read about the loss of your brother, Paul. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this sad time.
Joseph Borys
November 14, 2011
To the Canavan Family,
May our Good Lord bless your family through this time of need and sorrow. Please know that my wife and I will keep your family in our prayers.
Mark Coleman
November 14, 2011
To Paul's Family:
I worked for and with Paul at Met Life for many years. He was a real good guy. We had many fun times at work and outside of work. Many years ago, I lost my car keys and Paul drove me home at night thru a snowstorm to retrieve an extra set of keys...something I will never forget. R.I.P. my friend.
Mark.
November 14, 2011
Dear Ellen and Family.
I was so sorry to read about the loss of your brother, Paul. Please know that you and your family our in my prayers.
Nancy Christiano
Sharon Duchnowski Paone
November 14, 2011
Dear Debbie and Wayne,
Sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. May God Bless you and watch over you in your time of sorrow.
Charlene (Loungo) Linn
November 14, 2011
To The Canavan Family:
I am so sorry to hear about Paul,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Deb & Dave Bittenbender
November 13, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to the Canavan family. Paul was a great guy and friend. He was taken away much to soon, but we will always remember him. Rest in peace Paul.
November 13, 2011
We both had opportunities to work with Paul and it was always a pleasure. He was a kind young man.
John & Margie Carroll
Donna & Glenn Stockbridge
November 13, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Deb Ventimiglia
November 13, 2011
Debbie and Wayne My condolences on the loss of Paul. May he rest in peace.
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