PAUL J. BENTO

Susan , sorry to hear of Paul's passing. He was a wonderful teacher and great person. So glad you both made it to the Class of 1970 Hopkinton High 45th reunion last year. It was nice to catch up with you both. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Cheryl Hitchings

The Executive Board of the Independent Association of Framingham State Alumni extends its condolences to Paul's family and friends.

Susan and family.so sorry for your loss. Dana and I will miss his good company and conversations we have enjoyed over the past years.Sorry we were out of town and were not able to give our condolences in person. Both of our son's who attended Keefe , also send their sympathy.

Paul, your leadership style of high expectations mixed with a compassion for all students and staff made Keefe Regional Technical School a great place to learn and work. We made a career at Keefe, raised families together and had a strong sense of community. It was special and we are all so grateful to you. We are also very proud of you for your professional interactions State wide with the Department of Education and through MAVA, MASS, and of course NEASC.

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It was a honor to work for Paul at Keefe tech , a good man, cared for the students. Patrick Bzdula "Buz"

Mr. Bento was my physics teacher over 45 years ago at Hopkinton High School. I remember him fondly for his patience and helpful way of teaching. Our thoughts, prayers and sympathies are with you all this week. May you be comforted knowing his life was lived fully and his impact on his friends, students and those who knew him was significant. - Skip Irvine

As an alumni of Joseph P. Keefe Technical Vocational High School and a member of the class of 2005; it is with a heavy heart that I say goodbye to a very good superintendent of my alma mater. May you rest in peace.

To the family of Paul J. Bento, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sure you will miss him dearly. Please find comfort in knowing one day we will see our loved ones again. John 6:40. Matthew 5:5.

Paul was a devoted family man and a dedicated educator. It was my honor to serve with him on the NEASC commission/committee, and from him I learned a great deal. He was a class act. Please accept my sincere condolences.