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Marisa Chibani
December 23, 2008
Jackie, Rick and Family.
Our hearts go out to you during this most difficult time. May you find comfort in the memories that are now treasures. Thinking you, may God Bless. All our love, Marisa & Dan
Laura Williams
December 23, 2008
Dear Bates Family,
So sorry to read about Paul, I remember the many years our families often shared time together as children. Now, we have children of our own.
Thinking about all of you, my thoughts and prayers to each of you.
Love,
Laura (Proctor) Williams
The youngest of the Proctor girls
Sue (Banwell) Bassett-Gold
December 23, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
ruth and gerard maguire
December 22, 2008
Pat, we are so sorry for your loss, we know Paul had a long battle with poor health. May God bless you and help you through this time of sorrow.
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eric Leynaert
December 22, 2008
My deepest heartfelt symapthy to the family . I had the pleasure of working with Paul over the years and I always felt that paul was a very kind man . I will miss him as friend .
Roger Bolton
December 22, 2008
Carol and family,
My sincerest condolences. May the Lord comfort you at this time of loss.
Debbie Tolson-Proulx
December 22, 2008
Shannon, Robbie & Erin
It is with sadness that I hear of the passing of your Dad. Please accept my deepest condolences.
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