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Paul Lachapelle, Jr. Obituary
Born in Providence, he was the son of Bertha Lachapelle of Warwick and the late Paul R. Lachapelle, Sr.
Paul was a general contractor / builder for many years. He enjoyed golfing, traveling and riding his Harley.
In addition to his mother, he will be sadly missed by his son, Michael Lachapelle of Westerly; sister, Denise Gilbert and niece Hannah Tramontano, both of Warwick.
Visiting hours will be held on Friday from 5-7 p.m., at Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly, immediately followed by a Funeral Service in the funeral home at 7 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited. Burial will be private. For online condolences, please go to www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Lachapelle, Jr.
Lisa Fontes/Steve Fontes, Fireplace Specialties, Inc.
January 2, 2024
Another year goes by and it's a decade, we miss Paul very much. A great person that we had the pleasure of knowing and laughing with!!
Lisa
January 2, 2021
Dear Michael,
We not only had a contractors relationship with your dad but a good friendship. Your dad always talked about you. He loved you dearly. I was in Westerly this past Wednesday and it always reminds me of your dad. Anytime I travel westerly he is thought of. He was a god man always mad me laugh. I loved him dearly and he is missed dearly as well. He always mentioned how he was trying to teach you the business. I hope you are doing well. He was so proud of you.
RHONDA ISAKSON
January 2, 2020
I light a candle in memory of Paul every Dec. 31st. He is always remembered and very much missed. A part of my heart was lost when God took him from us.
Lisa Fontes
January 2, 2020
Steve and I continue to talk about Paul. Its hard to believe he is gone six years. Paul would stop by our home when he was in the area, an unexpected visit was always welcomed with Paul. He had a natural energy that he possessed and when he walked into a room he would have us pumped up in conversation and laughter. We miss him dearly in friendship as well as doing business with him in construction.
Life is a bit dull without Paul. We lost a ray of sunshine the day we lost Paul. He will always be remembered in our hearts.
Steve and Lisa
Fireplace Specialties Inc.
Fireplace Specialties
January 30, 2014
Dear Michael, Lisa and Family,
We have known Paul since we started our business in 2000. We had the pleasure and headaches of doing business with Paul. When he wanted something, it had to be yesterday, it had to be the best for the least amount of money. He was the one and only contractor that we felt comfortable enough to yell back at. Paul was real and true. When he liked you, he liked you. When he was stressed he would let you know. When he was pissed he would scream, text, swear and threaten us. When the job was done, he would apologize and say "I have the beer". We would drink beer, eat, talk and laugh. Paul always stopped by our personnel home to see how we were doing with our longtime running addition to our home. He would praise and compliment our work and then tell us we were crazy to put so much into our home. And look who's talking! Paul never came or left without a hug. Such an intense personality, A well rounded man that we will miss our fun times with. There will only be "one" Paul. I would have to say that we lost one of our most valuable contractors/friend not because of financial profit but because of the true and real relationship from one business associate to another who built a friendship. I will miss calling Paul just to drop a hello and see how he was doing.
To Paul's son Michael; no matter how many times we were with your dad, he always mentioned you. I never had the pleasure of meeting you but I feel I know a little bit of you through your dad. He was a great man, person and friend. We know he loved you very much, make him proud.
To Lisa; Steve had the pleasure of meeting you. He said you were a sweetheart and that you and Paul were good together. Paul mentioned you often in conversation. I am happy that he found happiness with you. Paul may you rest in peace. You will be sadly missed but always loved. When you left, you took a ray of sunshine with you!
Love in Friendship,
Steven and Lisa
Fireplace Specialties, Inc.
Colleen Corcoran
January 12, 2014
Denise, Hannah and Family
I'm sorry to hear about Paul's passing. Know that he will always be with you to help you through this very difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
rocky
January 10, 2014
denise my heart go out to you and your family
DiPietro Real Estate
January 10, 2014
When someone special leaves so many happy yesterdays, his love will last through all of your tomorrows. May it bring you comfort to know that nothing can diminish the wonderful ways Paul touched your life. The love and memories you shared will remain with you forever.
Michael, Bertha, Denise, Hannah & Lisa....wishing you comfort and peace at this time of sorrow.
Frank DiPietro, Laura Butler & Gary D. Eaton
Carlo Kyprios
January 10, 2014
Paul
When I first met Paul in 2001 we had both just moved to town. We came for the same reason basically, to start a new life. We soon developed a family of friends centered around lots of beer and many loud music parties at my house. He became a fixture at the pool. You could hear us for miles. I still wonder why the cops never came.
Paul and I were at times best friends. For a while we became inseparable. We shared a lot that went unspoken. Things that men just don't talk about. And we all know Paul was a Man's Man. That's why we liked him.
He was always honest for sure he would tell you what he thought. And he was honest about his feelings, you would know if he liked you or not cause if you were a woman he would grab you pick you up and if you were a guy he might punch you in the arm. His strength could be scary at times. But he was always respectful to my family and friends.
When you were his friend there would be no stronger loyalty, he made you feel safe in any situation, unless he was driving. But luckily I got that privilege. From Happy Holliday's to Amsterdam to Nob Hill or just to the Andria. This was a guy who loved life and lived it to the max. Maybe some people found that abrasive, maybe some bar owners, but regardless we all embraced his enthusiasm.
Westerly, and my home will never be the same without him. What will I do now that he's not banging on my door for a beer breakfast? What will I do now that I don't hear his laughing on High Street? I won't cry for self-pity. Paul would never. Right now he is probably looking down smiling, mocking me.
All I can do is smile back.
Carlo Kyprios
January 3, 2014
Carlo Kyprios
January 10, 2014
Paul
When I first met Paul in 2001 we had both just moved to town. We came for the same reason basically, to start a new life. We soon developed a family of friends centered around lots of beer and many loud music parties at my house. He became a fixture at the pool. You could hear us for miles. I still wonder why the cops never came.
Paul and I were at times best friends. For a while we became inseparable. We shared a lot that went unspoken. Things that men just don't talk about. And we all know Paul was a Man's Man. That's why we liked him.
He was always honest for sure he would tell you what he thought. And he was honest about his feelings, you would know if he liked you or not cause if you were a woman he would grab you pick you up and if you were a guy he might punch you in the arm. His strength could be scary at times. But he was always respectful to my family and friends.
When you were his friend there would be no stronger loyalty, he made you feel safe in any situation, unless he was driving. But luckily I got that privilege. From Happy Holliday's to Amsterdam to Nob Hill or just to the Andria. This was a guy who loved life and lived it to the max. Maybe some people found that abrasive, maybe some bar owners, but regardless we all embraced his enthusiasm.
Westerly, and my home will never be the same without him. What will I do now that he's not banging on my door for a beer breakfast? What will I do now that I don't hear his laughing on High Street? I won't cry for self-pity. Paul would never. Right now he is probably looking down smiling, mocking me.
All I can do is smile back.
Carlo Kyprios
January 3, 2014
January 10, 2014
Paul
When I first met Paul in 2001 we had both just moved to town. We came for the same reason basically, to start a new life. We soon developed a family of friends centered around lots of beer and many loud music parties at my house. He became a fixture at the pool. You could hear us for miles. I still wonder why the cops never came.
Paul and I were at times best friends. For a while we became inseparable. We shared a lot that went unspoken. Things that men just don't talk about. And we all know Paul was a Man's Man. That's why we liked him.
He was always honest for sure he would tell you what he thought. And he was honest about his feelings, you would know if he liked you or not cause if you were a woman he would grab you pick you up and if you were a guy he might punch you in the arm. His strength could be scary at times. But he was always respectful to my family and friends.
When you were his friend there would be no stronger loyalty, he made you feel safe in any situation, unless he was driving. But luckily I got that privilege. From Happy Holliday's to Amsterdam to Nob Hill or just to the Andria. This was a guy who loved life and lived it to the max. Maybe some people found that abrasive, maybe some bar owners, but regardless we all embraced his enthusiasm.
Westerly, and my home will never be the same without him. What will I do now that he's not banging on my door for a beer breakfast? What will I do now that I don't hear his laughing on High Street? I won't cry for self-pity. Paul would never. Right now he is probably looking down smiling, mocking me.
All I can do is smile back.
Carlo Kyprios
January 3, 2014
Ed Tyler
January 9, 2014
Block Island will never be the same
Ann Sabbagh
January 9, 2014
Sincerest sympathy to Paul's family. Paul and I were business associates and had many laughs along the way. Paul will forever be remembered as building quality houses, which are now homes for many families, and Paul will be fondly remembered by the many friends he made along life's path.
RIP Paul....you earned it!
Tamra Wilson
January 9, 2014
My deepest symphony to the Lachapelle Family and especially his son Michael and girlfriend Lisa whom both I've never met but heard so much about.. I've been working with Paul for many years and this news came as a shock and broke my heart.. He always came into the office with a story and would have me on the floor laughing my butt off. He was quite the character always smiling and lived life to the fullest.. As for you Paul ~ I'm going to miss you a lot but I know you got all those angels up there laughing their butts off too !! xo
January 9, 2014
Michael, Denise, Hannah and Lisa,
It doesn't seem possible we were all together on Christmas eve. We will be thankful for the special memory we happily shared. Paul was proud of all of you and wore his love proudly as he looked into your eyes. Try and remember the times spent together and remember he will be there to listen and guide you. Mike and Hannah, 'You now have a very special angel watching out for you.' He will find ways to let you know he is with you always.
Love,
Karen, Tim, Raymond, Sabrina Chapman
Deb Dawkins
January 9, 2014
Please accept our deepest and most heartfelt condolences. Our hearts are heavy trying to accept the fact that Paul is no longer with us. John and "Harry" have worked side by side for the past nine years. He has been such an integral part of our lives for so long we can't imagine a life without him in it.
Michael, your father was very proud of you and you meant the world to him.
Lisa, in all the years that we have known Paul, we have never seen him happier or more content than he has been since you came into his life.
May you both find comfort and peace in your memories.
Paul, we will miss you. Rest in peace.
Love Deb and John Perry
Georgann
January 9, 2014
Michael, Denise, Hannah and Lisa,
My heart aches for you all.
Paul was a great friend. To me and so many others. We are all truely Blessed to have had him in our lives.
I know there are no words that make it any easier,
but I hope you find some comfort & solace in the outpouring of love and friendship that surrounds you.
Tammy Chousse (Lachapelle)
January 9, 2014
My condolences go out to your family deeply sorry for you loss,
Rhonda Isakson
January 9, 2014
Our heart felt sympathy to you Michael and your family on such a huge loss. Your dad loved you so much.
Paulie I cant say my good byes I need to hold on to the wonderful memories we had: long rides to no where on the harley, the crazies in Baltimore and the long talks we had of our family you held so dear...until we meet again
Mark, Sandra Marcus
January 8, 2014
Words cannot express our sorrow. We have so many wonderful memories of Paul. We haven't been on a vacation without Paul since our trip to Paris five years ago. Golfing, motorcycle trips, and just hanging out together on weekends . Our hearts are so heavy with this loss. Life will be so much less fun without you in it Paul. You were a bright light in so many people's lives.... We will treasure the memories that we have of the four of us together . Lisa, my heart is broken for you. I hope you take some comfort in Knowing that you made him truly happy. Michael, we are so sorry for your loss. You meant the world to your father.
Forever in our hearts
Love, Mark and Sandra Marcus
January 8, 2014
Condolences to your family. Paul was a great guy. He will be sorely missed by his friends at Citizens Bank, Westerly.
Albert Laurenzo
January 8, 2014
Mike.....we are stunned by the untimely death of your dear Dad! We certainly had a lot of fun with him and hold on to
the wonderful memories we have of him.
May he rest in peace!
Elaine & Al Laurenzo
Colleen Pinelli
January 8, 2014
To Paul's family, my condolences. My thoughts ands prayers are with you.
Colleen Pinelli (Lachapelle)
Heather Gaccione
January 8, 2014
Mike,
So sorry to hear about your dad.
Thoughts and prayers are with you.
Hugs,
Heather
Erin Sheridan
January 8, 2014
Know that you have taken a part of my heart with you. Till we meet again. My special guy.."thats all folks". Love you always.
My girl
Russell Yates
January 8, 2014
Denise, Hannah and Micheal,
No one is ever ready for the passing of a brother, uncle or Dad but knowing Paul as the way I did he wouldn't want you wasting your time on tears for him.
He would want you to remember his time as living life to the fullest, because he usually did.
I'll always remember his infectious smile. Those dam Elvis chrome sunglasses he use to wear... :) and how he could always find a quip or joke in any situation.
He is a special friend that I won't think of as gone because he was always to full of life.
In time your tears will pass and you too will only remember the laughter and joy you shared and I'm sure that's all he would hope for.
So don't think of Paul with tears in your eyes but with a smile and love in your heart and you will always have the best of him with you.
God Bless You All,
With admiration and Love,
Russell Yates
January 8, 2014
Our condolences to Lisa & Paul's family. So sorry for your loss. Ben & Terri
January 8, 2014
Deepest condolences. Ian, Kim, and lydia newbury.
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