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Paul Kane Obituary
He leaves three sons, Paul J. (Jimmy) Kane and his wife Lisa, of Templeton, Brian C. Kane and his wife Maryann, of Lunenburg and Kevin J. Kane and his wife Sharon, of Barre; four grandchilden, Rebecca Kane of Lunenburg, Lindsay Mae of S. Grafton, Jessica Kane of Lunenburg and Andrew Kane of S. Grafton; three sisters, Sister Mary Kane of The Mary Knoll Sisters of Maryknoll, NY., Irene K. Buchanan of Fitchburg, and Agnes K. Sullivan of Ayer. He was predeceased by a brother, John F. Kane of Ashburn, VA and Thomas (Joe) Kane of Fitchburg.
Paul was born in Fitchburg on February 3, 1920, son of John and Helen (Fenton) Kane. He was a veteran of WWII, serving with The 9th Army Air Force attached to the 367th Fighter Group, serving at bases in England, France, and Germany. Paul and his wife owned and operated Cleve's Package Store in Lunenburg for 30 years. He also worked for Tidewater Oil Company for 15 years. He was a long time member of St. Boniface Church in Lunenburg and a member of St. Leo's Parish in Leominster. Paul was also a lifetime member of the V.F.W. Post 2346 in Saugus, MA and a lifetime member at the Eastwood Club in Fitchburg.
The funeral will be held on Wednesday, September 3, 2008 from Brandon Funeral Home, 305 Wanoosnoc Rd., Fitchburg, with a Mass at 10:00 a.m. in St. Leo's Parish, 108 Main St., Leominster. Calling hours will be held on Tuesday, September 2 from 5-8 p.m. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions may be made to Diversified Hospice, 25 Tucker Dr., Leominster, MA 01453.
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Dennis & Patricia Laperle
September 2, 2008
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Anne(take 5) Petricca
September 2, 2008
To the family of Paul Kane, I am sorry for your loss. Your dad was a very nice person, he always left me smiling when he came into CVS.
Joan Cardillo
September 2, 2008
Dear MaryAnn, Brian and girls,
God Bless you for taking care of Dad. My hat goes off to you. What a special family. Big hugs to you and your borthers, MaryAnn and the gilrs.
Peace and Love
Joan and girls
Deb & Kevin Kelley
September 2, 2008
Brian, Maryann and family, Our deepest sympathies to you all at this difficult time. May memories of happier days help ease your sorrow in the days ahead.
God Bless,
Kevin & Deb Kelley
Eleanor and Paul Woodcome
September 2, 2008
Dear Kevin,Jimmy and Brian: We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. We always enjoyed his company and he had such a good sense of humor. Sincerely, Eleanor and Paul Woodcome
Gene & Marie Moriarty
September 2, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
John Crouse
September 1, 2008
(Coach) Kevin Kane: My thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May the memories of your Dad bring you comfort.
David Hay
September 1, 2008
Dear Brian,
I am sorry about your father's passing. May the many memories of your father comfort your in the coming days.
Ray and Gloria Verolini
September 1, 2008
Dear Jimmy, Brian and Kevin: We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad. We always enjoyed his company and he had such a good sense of humor. Sincerely, Ray and Gloria Verolini.
Jenna Cuddeback
September 1, 2008
Dear Jessa and family,
I am very sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Amanda Duval
September 1, 2008
To the Kane Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Paul will always hold a special place in my heart. He always had a way of making people smile and feel comfortable. I always enjoyed are visits in the office, with him and one of the boys, we always had a good time. He is resting now with Beryl, and is greatful to all of you for the wonderful care and comfort he got from his family, he loved all of you so much, he always said he had the best family a man could ask for. I will always say a prayer for him and I will always remeber our visits. Thank you for the time we had he really was a special friend, along with his family.
Love Amanda
Richard Lambert
September 1, 2008
Brian and family,
My sincere condolences. Your dad was a wonderful man and a good friend.
Patricia M Cormier
September 1, 2008
Dear Jimmy, Brian, & Kevin,
Uncle Paul's passing is a great loss to all of us. He told the best stories. He is at peace and with aunt Beryl now. May God bless each one of you and your families. Love Bruce & Patti (Kane) Cormier
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