Photo courtesy of George L Doherty Funeral Service, Inc - Somerville
Somerville, Massachusetts
Feb 28, 1939 – Jan 28, 2024
Boyden, Paul C. - Of Somerville, passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, January 28, 2024. He was 84.
Born and raised in Somerville, he was the son of the late Clifton L. and Margaret C. (McAveeney) Boyden. Paul was a retired Teamsters Local 25 worker who worked as a truck driver for Lechmere Sales. He is also a late member of the DAV Chapter 27 Somerville.
Beloved husband of the late Barbara (Cary) Boyden. Loving father of Jeanne Stanford and her husband William of Medford, Marsha Boyden of Malden and James Boyden and his wife Perette of Somerville. Cherished papa of Joseph, Michael, and Luke. Dear brother of William Boyden of Somerville, and the late Robert, Joseph, Daniel and James Boyden. He also leaves behind his grand cats Oreo, Calleigh, Tigger, Tiffany, and Trixie. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends.
Calling Hours will be held in the George L. Doherty Funeral Home 855 Broadway (Powder House Sq.) Somerville on Thursday, February 1 from 4:00PM to 7:00PM.
Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend.
A prayer services will be held in the funeral home Thursday evening at 6:30PM.
Interment will be held privately.
At Paul's request please omit any flowers and in lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Paul's name to Care Dimensions Hospice 75 Sylvan St., Suite B 102 Danvers, MA 01923.
Read MoreMarsha, Jimmy and Jeanne. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sadness. Your Dad was a good man.
Bill & Ellie Foley
Bill Foley
February 07, 2024 | Dover, NH | Friend
I am quite saddened to hear that my old friend Paul has passed away. He and I go back 40 years and we had many fun interactions over the years. His service to our country and his continued work with our veterans proved he was a great man. I'll certainly miss his sense of humor. May he R.I.P.
bill Shea
February 02, 2024 | Hubbardston, MA | Friend
Paul was an outstanding person who loved and cared for his family and friends. Knowing him well from the South End, Camp Hale and in his later years he had the courage and temerity to fight a disease that required strength and fortitude. He fought the battle to a draw for nine years. We extend our deepest condolences to his family and shall keep him in our prayers .
Arthur and Melanie Gajarsa
Arthur Gajarsa
February 01, 2024 | Holderness, NH | Classmate
I’m so sorry for you loss. I know it is going to leave a big hole in your heart. I pray that you all get some healing.
Kellie O’Haire
February 01, 2024 | Lynn, MA | Friend
Marsha I am so sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. It certainly sounds like he was a wonderful man and loved by many. Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. MJ-612
MJ McBride
January 31, 2024 | Middleton, MA | Acquaintance
He will be missed. Another Ball Square guy leaves us
Maureen Keane
January 31, 2024 | Quincy, MA | Friend
Jim, we are so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Both Jim and I were hoping to attend the service but unfortunately both of us are dealing with a rough bout of the flu. Please know that you and your family are in our prayers. Take care.
John Monahan
January 31, 2024 | NORTON, MA | Friend
You will be missed
William Stanford
January 30, 2024 | Medford | Family
I am so sorry to hear the news of Paul's passing. He was such a kind man. A true gentleman. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Michael Doherty
January 30, 2024 | Peabody, MA | Friend