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PAUL RISEMAN Obituary

RISEMAN, Paul R. Of Wayland, formerly of Brookline, entered rest on December 8, 2022 at age 81. Beloved and devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Paul leaves his wife of 55 years, Patricia (Braen) Riseman of Wayland, his children Dennis and his wife Leah (Rickett) Riseman of Brookline NH, and Seth Riseman and his husband Iván Espinoza-Madrigal of Boston, and his grandchildren Hannah, Abigail, and Sarah Riseman. Born in Boston, MA on April 17, 1941, he was the son of the late Dr. Benjamin and Mrs. Lilian (Sibulkin) Riseman and brother of the late Jay Riseman. He was raised in Dorchester and Brookline, MA. He graduated Class of '58 from Brookline High School, and Class of '62 from Bowdoin College. After serving in the Air Force Reserve, he began a career in insurance with integrity and a deep commitment to serving his clients. He married his beloved Patricia Joy Braen on June 25, 1967. Together, they made their home in Wayland where they raised their family. He was the most loving, kind, nurturing, proud and involved father, grandfather, cousin, and friend that his family and friends could have asked for. He never missed a parent-teacher conference, a soccer game, a dance recital, a meal, or a chance to tell his family how much he loved them. He and Pat cultivated not only beautiful houses and gardens together, but a welcoming and warm home for all. Services will be held Wednesday December 14 at 10am at Levine Chapels, 470 Harvard Street, BROOKLINE. Burial will follow at North Cemetery, Old Sudbury Road (Rte 27) in Wayland. Following the burial, friends and family are invited to gather at 8 Lakespur in Wayland on Wednesday December 14 until to 6pm, and on Thursday December 15 between 2pm and 6pm. In lieu of flowers and in this time of need for so many, donations in his memory may be made to Lawyers' for Civil Rights (www.lawyersforcivilrights.org) or The Home for Little Wanderers (www.thehome.org). To share a memory or offer a condolence, please visit Levine Chapel website. Levine Chapels, Brookline 617-277-8300 www.levinechapel.com

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Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 10 to Dec. 11, 2022.

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Ken Roberts

December 15, 2022

A `senior moment´ - in my prior memories of Paul I inadvertently mentioned he being the proud grandfather of two wonderful girls. A typo I didn´t catch. There are three wonderful girls who were his pride and joy.
I´m sure `papa´ would forgive my `senior moment´

Ken Roberts

Ken Roberts

December 14, 2022

I worked with Paul for many years and during those years we had many conversations on a number of topics. Among, of which, was his family. Birthdays, graduations, vacations, plans to celebrate Pat´s birthdays, professional growth of his sons and him being a proud grandfather of two wonderful girls.
I´ll miss those conversations and I´ll miss having them with Paul.
Our condolences to Pat, Dennis, Seth and family.
Ken & Lynne Roberts

Joan Waldman

December 13, 2022

Dearest Patti
My heart is so sad for you and your family over the loss of Paul.
55 years of love is a blessing to hold tight!
I often think of my overnight with you and Paul for our high school reunion. So many giggles and just so much fun.
Sending you a virtual hug and kiss.
Love you always
Joan Levine Waldman

Deborah Cmar

December 12, 2022

Dearest Pat, Dennis, Seth, and family,
We are so saddened to hear of Paul's passing. So many wonderful memories of pool parties in Wayland and of working with him. Our hearts are with you all. Hugs, Deborah & Geoff Cmar

Daniel Alvino

December 11, 2022

Paul was a delightful young man, and a credit to Bowdoin College and our Class of 1962. A good friend who will be missed. Condolences to his family.
Sincerely,
Danny Alvino

Marcia king

December 11, 2022

So very sad to hear about Paul. One of the nicest people!!

David Levy

December 10, 2022

A friend of over sixty years. Your kindness and good will be missed.

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