Search by Name

Search by Name

Alexander Paganelli Obituary

PAGANELLI, Alexander Dwyer O'Brien, "Alex" 21, a lifelong resident of Dover passed away on December 19, 2010. He was the beloved son of Paul Paganelli & Kerry O'Brien of Dover. Born in Providence, R.I. on Oct. 27, 1989, Alex was raised in Dover where he attended school & graduated from Dover-Sherborn High School - Class of 2008. While in high school, Alex was the co-Captain of the lacrosse & golf teams & a member of the A Cappella team. Alex was currently a member of the Class of 2012 at Hamilton College where he was a member of the varsity lacrosse team & majoring in Chemistry with coursework in the Pre-med program. He had just returned from a semester abroad on South Caicos Island with the School for Field Studies focusing on marine biology. Alex especially enjoyed visiting with his many aunts, uncles, cousins, & friends, hunting lionfish in Turks & Caicos, playing & composing for the piano, celebrating family traditions, & playing an endless variety of games with his many many friends who will miss him dearly forever. In addition to his parents, Alex is survived by his sisters, Lea, Siobhan, & Tess Paganelli; his surrogate brother, Gaelan O'Brien of San Diego; & his grandparents, Wanda Paganelli of Warren, OH, Vitale Paganelli of Glens Falls, NY, Marie Drew of Sarasota, FL, & the late Edward O'Brien of Wakefield. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, December 22, 2010 at 3:00 PM in the Dover Church, 17 Springdale Ave. Dover. In lieu of flowers, Alex's family requests that donations in his memory be made to a traumatic brain injury research organization of one's own choosing. Arrangements entrusted to the care of the John Everett & Sons Funeral Home, 4 Park St. (at Natick Common) NATICK. For online guestbook please visit www.everettfuneral.com John Everett & Sons Funeral Home Natick, MA (508) 653-4342

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Boston Globe from Dec. 20 to Dec. 21, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Alexander Paganelli

Not sure what to say?





Deborah Nolan

December 15, 2011

Dear Kerry, Paul, and Family,
We are thinking of you, knowing that this must be a difficult time of year. Your friends still keep Alex in their hearts, and reach out to you with love and comfort.
Deb, Alex, Laney and Chris Nolan

Paul & Ann Rouillard

January 13, 2011

Dear Kerry and family, We are so sorry for the loss of Alex.
You are in our thoughts and prays.

pattee lebner

January 9, 2011

Hi Kerry. I'm so sorry to learn of this tragedy. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.xoxo

January 5, 2011

Grieve not nor speak of me with tears but laugh and talk of me as though I were beside you. Sorry for your loss.
KVT

George Nolan

January 3, 2011

Dear Paul, Kerry,Lea, Siobhan, & Tess,
I was very sorry to hear about your son and brother, Alex. Paul, although we have not been in touch for a long time, I still think of you form time to time, and fondly remember our days growing up in GF. We will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Dennis O'Brien

December 30, 2010

Dear Kerry and family, so sorry to hear about your son being taken from you. There is no good time, but this is the worst time for this to happen. May you find faith in "Our Lord and Savior" at this time and throughout each day. My family will pray for yours to find peace and joy again...

Deborah Nolan

December 29, 2010

Dear Kerry, Paul and Lea, Siobhan & Tess,
I am so sorry to hear of this tragedy, and even more so because it happened to such a kind and wonderful family as yours.
As time passes, I hope that the pain will be tempered by the happy memories of your wonderful Alex. He brought much goodness and joy to many people.

K. C. Potts

December 25, 2010

Just a note to let you know that I am thinking of you, the Paganelli family during this most difficult time. Alex was a young man who made his little part of the world a better place simply because he was there, and those fortunate enough to have had the chance to know him will always remember his passion, his sense of humor, his intelligence, his determination, and the joy with which he lived his life. He knew how to keep things in perspective, to make the most of each moment, and we whom he leaves behind will keep his spirit alive with each story we tell about him in which we capture something about him that is absolute and eternal. We in school spoke the other day about the little stool he carried with him so that he could ease his aching back while sitting in class, a memory that triggered many, many more. There are no words to describe his loss – much too young, much too soon – but, fortunately, we are left with so many with which to describe his life. May you find comfort in remembering how he lived.

December 24, 2010

Dear Paul, Kerry and Family, We were heartbroken by Siobhan's message to Michael about Alex's tragic accident. There is simply no greater loss than that of a child in his prime and full of such potential. May God keep and hold all of you as you cope with such immense grief. We are thinking and praying for you, especially given the time of year. With deepest of sympathies, Tom and Barbara Guarnieri

Marc Koenig

December 23, 2010

Dear Paul, Kerry and family:
I am deeply saddened by this tragic accident as are my daughters and son. I know that there are no words that one can express to take away the sadness and sorrow you feel, so I hope that you find the strength and faith to remember what a wonderful young man Alex was and how much he meant to his family and friends. Our thoughts and prayers shall be with you.
Marc Koenig & family.

Anita and Kurt Hausafus

December 23, 2010

Dear Kerry and Family,
Words cannot express how sorry we are at your terrible loss. We can't begin to comprehend what you are going through. Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you.

December 23, 2010

To the Paganelli Family,
The thoughts and prayers and sympathy of the members and friends of Pilgrim Church in Sherborn are with you in this time of grief and loss. Know you are being held up and remembered.

Pastor John F. Hudson

December 23, 2010

Dear Pagenelli Family,

We are so sorry for your loss. Alex was a wonderful person who will always be remembered. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mike, Cathy, Jess, Lauren, and Brian Thompson

Bob, Lynn, Emily & Becca Caspe

December 23, 2010

Dear Pagenelli Family, Our hearts go out to you as we hear of the tragic loss of your son, Alex. Please know that prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

December 22, 2010

Dear Paul

Mimi McMahon Kraus

December 22, 2010

Dear Paganelli Family,
Words cannot express how truly sorry we are...our prayers and thoughts are with you...May God shine his love on you.

Mimi McMahon Kraus & Family

Jeremy Gilbreath

December 22, 2010

Dear Paganelli Family,

Alex was one of those people you meet, and immediately knew he is a great person, just an overall excellent human being. I am a better person for having known him. Your family is in my heart and prayers, god bless.

Father Steve McNally

December 22, 2010

Dear Paganelli Family,

We were all saddened to learn of your terrible loss. Please know that Alex will be remembered at our Christmas Masses here in Virginia. May the Peace of Christ bring healing to your hearts and lives.

Richard Johnson

December 22, 2010

Paul, Kerry and family,
My heart is broken with this tragedy. I am currently in San Diego and sorry I cannot attend the services today at Dover church. Please know that you have been and are in my constant thoughts and prayers.
Richard (Sam's dad)

Margaret, Katie, Michael, Rachel Kantrowitz

December 22, 2010

Dear Paul and Keri, Alex filled our home with music! We have fond memories of Alex flashing a wicked smile, sliding behind the piano in our family room and surprising us with an impromptu sampling from classical to contemporary of his prowess as a pianist. What a treasure your beautiful boy was to us all!
Love and God Bless,

colleen remail

December 22, 2010

Dear Paganelli Family, My prayers and deepest sympathies are with you. God Bless you always for this tragic loss.Condolences from the entire McMahon Family(Kevin's brothers and sisters)

Karen Bumpus

December 22, 2010

To Kerry, Paul, Lea, Siobhan and Tess: Our hearts are breaking over Alex's death. He was so talented in so many ways. An athlete, stellar student, musician, fisherman, leader and beloved friend to so many people, his impact on the world has been great. You, as parents and siblings, epitomize everything good about a family. You exude love, caring and kindness. Your house has always been a welcoming place, a haven, full of laughter. Alex learned from you and was blessed with great compassion for others. Somehow, all of you seem to have an innate ability to see what is truly important in life: love. In a very short time, Alex has made a difference in so many people's lives. You, too, as a family, continue to generate kindness and goodness in this world. Alex was a beloved son, brother, grandson, cousin, best friend. He has been a shining light, an example of an all American boy who had courage and strength of character all wrapped up in a happy, smiling good-natured personality. Know that our entire family has been touched by the warmth and love of your family and that we will forever remember your special, special son and brother. With great sadness and love, Karen and George Bumpus and family.

Kendall Weir

December 22, 2010

I hope Alex's legacy lives on as a dedicated student, a talented athlete and most importantly an outstanding person. To his family, I am extremely sorry for your loss, you are all in my prayers, and I wish I had gotten to know him better in our time spent together at school.

Mimi Schaffer

December 21, 2010

My thoughts are with you and my heart is breaking for you. I am so sorry for your loss.

Mary Lemery

December 21, 2010

As Betsy's sister I have been blessed by the Paganelli love and support most of my life. I can't possibly understand the pain you are all experiencing but I know that you are surrounded by love and support. Please accept the love and strength that the Phillips family sends you at this time of tremendous loss.

Paula & Neil Daly

December 21, 2010

To The Paganelli Family
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts during this difficult time. I hope your many loving memories will bring you comfort.

Jodie & Frank Apeseche

December 21, 2010

Dear Kerry and Paul,

We cannot begin to understand the grief and loss you carry in your hearts. May Alex's passions, laughter, and love stay with you forever and bring you comfort.

December 21, 2010

Love You, Deirdre Murphy

Jen & Brian Murphy '89

December 21, 2010

Dear Paganelli Family,

Our house was filled with stories of Alex last summer when our 9 year old son participated in the Natick Summer Lacrosse camp. As Hamilton Alumni, my husband and I were thrilled that our son had found Alex. Our hearts and prayers are with you all during this incredibly awful time. Please know that even though we only met Alex briefly, he made a big impact on the heart of young boy from Natick.

Anne White

December 21, 2010

Paul, Kerry and family. My thoughts and prayers have been with you since Rick told me about Alex's accident. What a tragic loss. A wonderful boy with so much promise. I wish I could find words to tell you how sorry I am.
All the family join me in sending our heartfelt sympathy. Anne White

Tom Smith

December 21, 2010

To the Paganelli and extended family,

During this time of tragedy and loss I can only extend deep sympathy and condolences. My prayers are for you as a family Alex is at peace.

Jennifer, Chun and Simon Lai

December 21, 2010

Our deepest and most heartfelt sympathy goes out to you. Simon and Alex were team mates. He was a great person and he will be deeply missed. Simon is so sad not to be able to get back in time to attend the service.

December 21, 2010

We shared the horror of tragedy but can only imagine the pain of your loss.

Please know you will always be in our hearts and prayers. I wish we could do more.

The Family of Nathaniel Bibaud
room 430

December 21, 2010

Dear Dr. Paganelli and Family,

Our hearts and prayers are with you all at this awful time of the loss of your son, words cannot adequately express the sorrow we felt at the news.
Anita McNulty, Joanna McNulty and Susan McNulty Bertram

December 21, 2010

Pags,
We just traded emails ten days ago about Alex, lacrosse, and Hamilton. I do not what to say. Your Hamilton friends and teammates in the Class of 1977 are thinking of you and your family.
Dave Donahue '77

Kevin,Tom and Mary Bilzi

December 21, 2010

OUR HEARTS ARE FILLED WITH SUCH PROFOUND SORROW AT THE LOSS OF ALEX. THE BILZI FAMILY SENDS YOU OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.HE WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED.

December 21, 2010

If only sharing the pain would relieve it from you a little we would gladly take it on. We all share your profound sadness and sense of loss.

Merri, Nalt and Sarah Ferraro

December 21, 2010

Keri and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.I always enjoy hearing stories about your family. You have such a special bond and with this you can lean on each other during this time.

With love, Heather McAdams
Jesamondo

Cutty O'Leary

December 21, 2010

My dearest Kerry and family,
My heart is breaking too. I don't know how you are possibly coping with this tragic loss. I pray you can find the strength to do so. My heart,tears,
thoughts and love are here for you always. Cutty

Judy Harris

December 21, 2010

Words cannot express how sorry I am for the loss of your beloved son. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

December 21, 2010

Paul,
I can not begin to express the sadness I felt when I heard about Alex. Such a fine young man; such a great loss. My prayers and condolences are for you and your family. Paul Whalen

Chris Rivera

December 21, 2010

Paul and Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. My thougths and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Chris Rivera

Laura Stetson

December 20, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Allie Hesse

December 20, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Showing 1 - 44 of 44 results

Make a Donation
in Alexander Paganelli's name

Memorial Events
for Alexander Paganelli

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Alexander's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Alexander Paganelli's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more