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Paul Wendoloski Obituary
Paul was born in Providence, RI on July 21, 1941. He was the son of the late Chester
Wendoloski,
Sr. and Margaret (Simmons) Wendoloski of Warwick, RI.
He is survived by his mother and his wife of 11 years, Jo-Ann (Jalbert) (Masterson) Wendoloski of Foster, RI.
He graduated from Warwick Veterans High School in 1959 and went on to enlist in the United States Marine Corp, rising to the rank of Lance Corporal and joining forces in the Bay of Pigs invasion of Cuba.
He began his long professional career as a Police Officer with the Warwick, RI Police Department, where he worked tirelessly for 25 years, until he retired as a Detective in 1987. While there, he was instrumental in the establishment of the Police Athletic League and earned a degree in Criminal Justice from Salve Regina College in 1975.
Unwilling to cease doing what he loved, he then began working for Providence College as a Lieutenant in the Security Division, until he finally retired his badge after 22 years there, in December of 2009. Paul was a member of the Fraternal Order of Police and was an avid golfer and gardener.
In addition to his mother and his wife, Paul is survived by his daughter Lisa Hollywood and her husband Michael of Odenton, MA, his son Paul Wendoloski, Jr. of Cranston, RI, his step-daughter Denise Masterson-Burke and her husband Richard of Chepachet, RI, step-sons James Masterson of Racine, WI, Shawn Masterson and his wife Kathleen of Rehoboth, MA and Glenn Masterson and his wife Serena of Lynbrook, NY. He is also survived by his brother Chester Wendoloski, Jr. and his wife Sheila of Coventry, RI. Additionally, he is survived by 2 grandchildren and 11 step-grandchildren, Nicholas, Dylan, Seamus, Caimen, Aidan, Isabella, James, Maeve, Patrick, Christine, Madeline Rose, Mary-Catherine and Cormac.
Paul's family would like to acknowledge the staff at Kent County Hospital, specifically Dr. Przygoda and the nurses of 2 West, as well as the VNA of RI, for the excellent care they provided and the Brooklyn, CT School Department for their support.
Funeral, to which relatives and friends are invited, will be from the Russell J. Boyle & Son Funeral Home, 142 Centerville Road, Warwick 02886 on Thursday, September 16 at 8:15 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial to follow at 10:00 a.m. at St. Paul the Apostle, 116A Danielson Pike Foster, RI 02825. Interment, with military honors, will be at Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery in Exeter, RI. Visiting hours Wednesday, September 15, from 4:30-7:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 931 Jefferson Blvd., Suite 3004, Warwick, RI 02886.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Wendoloski
Mike Hollywood
September 20, 2010
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.
paul and cindie schiedler
September 16, 2010
We are sorry for the loss of a love one, who was a husband, uncle, brother and a father. He will be miss by many. Paul, i wish i had the oppotunity to meet your dad, but with all the stories and memories you shared, it made us feel like we knew him too and may the memories continue from the heart....We will always be here for you and your family
September 16, 2010
Jo Ann and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Paul was a nice man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. If we can help in any way...we are next door.
The Steinkamp Family (your neighbors)
September 15, 2010
To Aunt Peg, Skip, Joanne, & Children. I am so sorry to hear about Paul. My prayers, thoughts are with all of you.
Kathy Hill, Canaan, NH
Jacqueline Antonelli
September 14, 2010
To Joanne, aunt Peg, and Skip. We are so sorry. Our prays and thoughts are with you all. I feel the pain in all of your hearts. Try to have some comfort in knowing he is now with his father , aunt Mary and my mother (Jackie). I am proud to call Paul my cousin. Love to all of you. Jackie and Bobby Antonelli , Joseph Motta
Tammy Masterson- Baker
September 14, 2010
Aunty JoAnn,
Rusty, I and the Boys send you all our love and prayers. We wish we could be could be there for you and the family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and our hearts and we love you very much. Tammy&Rusty Baker & Sons
September 14, 2010
Dear aunt Peggy I so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my prayers and thoughts and so are all of your family. Dennis and Eileen (Wendoloski) Laprade
Mary Garrett
September 14, 2010
My condolences to Paul's family...........he will be missed. I worked with Paul at Providence College and he was one of the nicest people I ever met. Paul, may you rest in peace.
Michael & Susan St.Mary
September 14, 2010
Paul.we were so sorry to hear of the loss of your dad,you will be in our thoughts & prayers.If there is anything we can do for you just let us know.
your friends. mike & sue
Bob Avizinis
September 14, 2010
Dear Jo-Ann & family,
I am so sorry to hear about Paul. I know his battle with this terrible disease was courageous and that he will be missed by many people.
I am so sorry I cannot attend Paul's services since work has taken me out of state, but know that my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
It was a pleasure and honor to know Paul over many years as a brother on the Warwick Police Department and as an avid member of our WPD Golf League.
On behalf of the Golf League, our condolences are with you and your entire family. We will raise our glasses to Paul and George Mauk and dedicate this season to their memories.
As a fraternal brother, golfer, and friend, I thank you for the time you spent here with us all.
Paul; may you find fewer sand traps in heaven an many more greens.
Fore!
Deacon Anthony Wendoloski,Jr
September 14, 2010
To aunt Peggy and family
We are so sorry to hear of the your loss. Please know that you are all in my prayers.
Deacon Tony Wendoloski and wife Jo-Ann
Kristen Chin
September 14, 2010
JoAnne, please accept our heartfelt condolences and know that a friendly face and a willing ear are just down the road at Tyler Free.
Kris, Linda, Deb, Alexis and "your" book group!
Bill Casperson
September 14, 2010
Paul Jr., We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. if there is anything we can do just let me know.
Bill Casperson & Lori shaw
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