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[email protected] /Joe Fazio
October 27, 2009
For Paul...
R.I.P. My friend
WEEP NOT FOR ME
Do not weep for me when I no longer dwell among the wonders of the earth; for my larger self is free, and my soul rejoices on the other side of pain...on the other side of darkness.
Do not weep for me, for I am a ray of sunshine that touches your skin, a tropical breeze upon your face, the hush of joy within your heart and the innocence of babes in mothers arms.
I am the hope in a darkened night. And, in your hour of need, I will be there to comfort you. I will share your tears, your joys, your fears, your disappointments and your triumphs.
Do not weep for me, for I am cradled
in the arms of God. I walk with the angels, and hear the music beyond the stars.
Do not weep for me, for I am within you;
I am peace, love, I am a soft wind that caresses the flowers. I am the calm that follows a raging storm. I am an autumns leaf that floats among the garden of God, and I am pure white snow that softly falls upon your hand.
Do not weep for me, for I shall never die, as long as you remember me...
with a smile and a sigh.
© Joe Fazio
Pamela Davis
October 14, 2009
Jane,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. You and Paul hold a special place in my heart.
Tomi Flanagan
October 6, 2009
Dear Jane and Family,
I was truly saddened to hear of Paul's passing. He was truly a great man and brought a great deal of joy and happiness to all those who knew him. I for one was blessed to have known him in my life. He always made me smile and I am fortunate to have shared many happy moments with you and him. I am sad he left us so soon and I offer all my prayers and thoughts with all of you and I am certain that he is peaceful now with God.
October 5, 2009
TO THE ENTIRE MASSEY FAMILY:
TOM BONFIGLIO AND I WOULD LIKE TO EXPRESS OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY ON THE PASSING OF YOUR DAD, SPOUSE, ETC. IF HE IS ANYTHING LIKE HIS CHILDREN, HE WILL BE GIVEN A PASS TO HEAVEN FOR ETERNITY
GREGG MARK
Scott McDonnell
October 5, 2009
Dear Jane and family,
I am so sorry to hear the news of Paul. He was a great man. You are all so lucky to have such a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend. It was always so nice to see him and talk with him. He had such great stories. I wish I had the chance to golf with him. He will be missed. God Bless you all at this difficult time.
Scotty M.
Gerald Rosdahl
October 3, 2009
Dear Jane and family,
We feel priviledged to have had Paul as a friend these last years. Such a kind gentle and helpful person, with a warm smile and personality. He and his leadership will be greatly missed, especially at Belmont Ct. Our prayers are with all of you at this time. Liz and Jerry
Lori Geishecker
October 3, 2009
Jane & Family,
I was so saddened & shocked when my parents & I heard of Paul's passing. Thinking of our family vacations so many years ago, I have such fond memories of that ever present smile & quick wit. My prayers & love go out to you all at this difficult time.
Bud and Betty Hanson
October 3, 2009
Jane and Family, we were so shocked when we heard of Paul's passing last night. What a gentleman with that sweetest of smiles when he was talking with you. We will always remember our days with you in Dedham, as well as, the wonderful reception you and Paul gave us when we visited Fairbanks. So happy we were able to see you this past March in Naples. May your many fond memories give you much peace, and may God sustain you and your family at this time.
Bob Paquin
October 3, 2009
Jane, I am so sorry to learn of Paul,s passing. He was such a nice man and a pleasure to work with. My condolences to you and your Family.
James P
October 2, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss, he was definitly a great man and will be missed by his entire family so my thoughts are with them all. He and his wife seem like the were wonderful people for both their family's and the community's that they lived in.
God be with him and Bless him!
JP.
October 2, 2009
JANE
So sorry to hear about Paul. He will be missed by all the members at GHYC.
Truly a gentle man and always a beautiful smile. Prayers to you and your family.
Diane Hilliard
October 2, 2009
Dear Jane,
Paul's passing was a great shock, and a significant loss to us, as it is to so many, we're sure. He was a fine man and a true friend, and we shall surely miss him. Our deepest sympathies to you and the family. Betsy and Dave leonard
October 2, 2009
To The Massey Family:
Paul was a wonderful man.
Working at the Dedham Transcript was always an adventure. We had a lot of laughs.
Your husband was a gentleman and a gentle person.
May God Bless you and your family at this difficult time.
Margaret "Bella" Figlioli
October 1, 2009
Mrs Massey...So Sorry for your loss. I worked at the Daily Transcipt office for many years, so I had the pleasure of working for your husband. I'm truly sorry. He was a nice person to work for. Betty Pantier
Shirley Sam
September 30, 2009
My condolences to the family and friends.
Dave Rand
September 30, 2009
Jane- Paul was a great man. I truly enjoyed the time I got to spend with the two of you in Fairbanks. And I appreciated your hospitality when I visited from Anchorage. Please accept my condolences. He will be missed by many here in Alaska as well as the many back home in the Bay State. -Dave
Janine Keefe
September 30, 2009
My condolence to the Massey family. I was lucky enough to have met Paul and wished that I had known him longer. I just became his hairdresser. He was such a wonderful man! My prayers and sympathy are with you all!
Allison (Wilken) Curry
September 30, 2009
Jane, my thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Paul was one of the nicest people I have ever met, and I was always amazed because he always remembered my name, even though he must have talked to 100 different people a day with all he was involved in. I always get a kick out of people who live in Fairbanks who manage to keep their infectious East Coast accents, which he most definitely had. Paul was truly a gem in Fairbanks history, and his legacy will not be forgotten.
Linda Strle
September 29, 2009
Jane,
You and Paul were, and still are such a big part of Fairbanks. I am said to hear of his passing and I am honored to say he was my friend.
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Patrick Kerber
September 29, 2009
My condolences to Paul Massey's family and friends. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Massey and remember seeing the family's involvement in community affairs. During the Midnight Sun Run, for instance, they were out in front of their home to cheer on the walkers and runners. So sorry he left you too soon.
Pamela Younker
September 29, 2009
Jane,
I am saddened at learning of Paul's passing. He was such a joy to interact with and made a huge difference in our community. Both of you did. You remain ever in our hearts.
I pray for healing for you and your family at this difficult time.
My love,
Keryl Porter
September 29, 2009
Paul Massey was truly a gentleman.
He spoke quietly and was always complimentary. He was a true mentor to me and is very missed by the Fairbanks community as well as by several past News-Miner staff.
Jeff Cook
September 29, 2009
Jane and Family,
Thank you for sharing Paul with all of us while you were in Fairbanks. Paul shared his wit and wisdom, his time and talents to make the community a better place and his friendship with so many of us. I had a great conversation with Paul last week and his love of Jane and his family and his pride in all of you were evident as we talked. We treasure our time with and our memories of Paul. We extend our sincere sympathies to each of you.
Jeff & Sue
Pamela Younker
September 29, 2009
Dear Jane,
I am so sad to learn of Paul's passing. He was a most remarkable man who I enjoyed interacting with in many civic venues.
What I will always cherish as a memory was the year we went to Florida on a civic leaders trip set up by General Van Horn. Paul overslept and the plane with everyone else aboard was on the tarmac waiting to fly back to Alaska. Paul arrived in a fast traveling cab and was met by armed Air Force personnel bent on protecting us from this obvious nefarious intruder. Later our Rotary club president received a rather lengthy (in fun) letter outlining all the misdeeds of Mr. Massey and the exhorbitant cost of the delay to the taxpayers penned by Van Horn who had been in our Rotary club. This was read to our club and met with hearty outbursts of laughter and applause and a red faced Paul Massey.
Jane, you and Paul will always be in the hearts of Fairbanksans.
With love and prayers for your healing.
September 29, 2009
I remember Paul as he came to work out with us almost every day. He was a gentle giant, who spoke quietly and wore a quiet smile. He reminded me of my dad, whom I left back east, and Paul was always there to give advice if you asked for it.
He will be missed by all who knew him.
Phil Younker Sr
September 29, 2009
My memories of Paul always brings a smile to my face, he was quite a guy and I am sure will be missed by all. my prayers are with you Jane
Jake Poole
September 29, 2009
Jane and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul was a great friend, leader and dedicated supporter who made Fairbanks a better place.
Thank you Paul, you will be missed
September 29, 2009
I'm so sorry. Paul was a great one. I will always remember him for the help he gave me.
Jim Haselberger
Alaska Tent & Tarp
doris
September 29, 2009
I worked at the News Miner when he was the boss. I expected him to be "bossy" but the first time I met him and every other time after that, he was the nicest guy you'd ever want to meet. I am so sorry for his family's loss, and for the world's loss of such a wonderful man.
September 29, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mr. Massey certainly helped make the Fairbanks community a better place. He will be missed by many.
George T. Roderick
New Braunfels, Texas
September 28, 2009
May God bless and comfort the family of Mr. Massey. I was an employee during his stay as Publisher and he was always so kind and respectful. Please accept my condolences.
September 28, 2009
Prayers are with you Jane. You and Paul are always remembered in pleasant thoughts.
Pat Mack (housekeeper)
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