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Paul Urban Obituary

Paul R. Urban, died suddenly Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008 in his residence. He leaves his sister, Phyllis Dwelly; two nephews, Robert and Christopher Dwelly all of Barre; his longtime companion, Mildred "Dolly" Metcalf along with her sons, Eric & Brian; aunts, uncles, cousins and his adored yellow lab "Montana". Paul was born in Ware the son of the late John C. & Marjorie (Guzik) Dwelly and graduated from Barre High School and Worcester Boys Trade School. Paul served in the US Army National Guard where he met his lifelong friend Joe Bassett. He was an avid hunter, fisherman and boater often fishing in the Quabbin Reservoir. Paul enjoyed traveling and tending to his yard & fields around his home. He was a machinist for Quality Water in Barre for many years and Donahue Industries in Shrewsbury for the last two years.

The funeral for Paul will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2008 with a Mass at 10:00 AM in St. Augustine Mission, 98 Church Ln., Wheelwright. Donations may be made in his memory to the second Chance Animal Shelter, PO Box 136, East Brookfield, MA 01515. Pillsbury Funeral Home, 96 S. Barre Rd., Barre is directing arrangements.

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Published by Worcester Telegram & Gazette on Nov. 11, 2008.

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Donna & Ralph Miorandi

December 10, 2008

Phyllis, So sorry to hear of the loss of your brother, Paul. We know your heart is broken and you have suffered a tragic loss with his sudden death. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time.

Daisy Widing

November 11, 2008

Phyllis, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. I didn't know Paul well, but I know you well enough to know your heart is broken.
My condolences to you and your family

Marna Mucha

November 11, 2008

It's hard to believe he is no longer here - we will miss him. We always had a great time together on our travels and working together on projects. We will remember his laughter and friendship. Our most heartfelt condolences and love to Dolly and his family. "Jesus said unto her, 'I am the resurrection and the life: he that believeth in me though he were dead, yet shall he live: and whosoever liveth and believeth in me shall never die. Believest thou this?'" John:11, 25-26.

Lorraine Castonguay

November 11, 2008

Paul was a very fine person. Many years ago he worked for Leon Castonguay, Astratronics, Inc. of Wheelwright. My condolences go out to his family and friends.

Sherry & Butch Prescott

November 11, 2008

Dolly: We are so very saddened by the loss of Paul. We are thinking about you and hope that you will get through this very difficult time with only great memories of Paul. He was a wonderful guy and we will keep you in our prayers.

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