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Paul Welch
August 11, 2023
Paul and I worked together in the Production Control Department at Printed Circuit Corp in Woburn. Paul was a good friend and a good man. We would talk about sports, politics, and History at work. My. Deepest sympathy to Paul's Family.
Scott Todaro
May 6, 2010
What can I say about my lifelong friend Paul. I could tell you that Paul was a triple letterman in high school. Or that he played based guitar in a local band called Dyonesis. Or that he set a record for leg presses at World Gym in Woburn pressing 350 Lbs 66 times. Or that he got his MBA from Bentley. Or that he was a successful entrepreneur founding several business. Or that he thought everyone should be a republican. Or that he could barbecue meat like nobody’s business…. but I wouldn’t be telling you the whole story. Paul’s story is about family, friendship, courage, and faith.
Family:
Paul always put family first. His lovely wife Julie was his soul mate. In addition to being husband and wife they were truly best friends. You could see it in the way Paul spoke about Julie. They shared experiences, they shared their responsibilities, but most of all they shared true love.
Paul was also a loving, caring father. Most of you experienced this first hand in his interactions with Ella and Paul Jr. He always had a gleam in his eye when he spoke about his kids and he loved to talk about them.
Paul’s loving, caring nature stems back to his strong relationship with his mother and father and three sisters, Andrea, Lisa, and Stephanie. A tighter knit family you will not find. The love and closeness of the Stepanian family instilled the values that made Paul the great family man that he was.
Friendship:
Paul treated his friends as his extended family. And it is a large one. I am just one voice of the many friends in attendance today, as Paul has several close friends. Paul was inclusive of everyone and always stood by his friends, in good times and in bad. He was always there to lend a hand no matter what the cause. Paul was also a source of sound advice… we all look back and wish we had taken more his advice.
Courage:
Who heard Paul complain in the end… the answer is nobody. Paul showed extreme courage in the face of tremendous adversity. He was selfless, thinking only of others when asked that daunting question, “How do you feel” and the answer was always “good”. Paul fought his own disease privately, while publicly leading the charge to end Multiple Myeloma. I would ask him from time to time, don’t you get upset about your condition, and he always said how can I ever complain when see children at Dana Farber fighting for their life. I learned more about being courageous in the past three years with Paul then I have in my previous 36 of life. I, along with many of you, will make the most of the lessons he taught.
Faith:
Paul had a strong faith in God, and it was this faith that helped pull him through the tough times. In the end he told me that he put his life in God’s hands and there is no doubt in my mind that he is taking that walk with God today.
Paul, I love you. I miss you. I will miss our talks about politics, sports, or the news topic of the day. You have graced my life more than you will ever know. Paul you were my best friend, my rock, and my hero and you will never be forgotten. God bless.
Kevin Sullivan
September 17, 2009
So sorry to have just learned about Paul. I met him briefly a few years ago and never did he show anything but a very positive attitude about everything in life.
Julie Labreche
June 30, 2009
Julie, I am still in shock and deeply saddened after hearing about Paul. Please know if you need anything just call. God bless you and your beautiful children at this time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Julie Sarmento Labreche
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Neal Murphy
June 26, 2009
Julie, I have just recently learned of the death of your husband Paul and was very saddened to hear so, I am truly very sorry. I realize he had been sick for some time, but the loss of a loved one is of course difficult no matter how much preparation is made. Please know that the thoughts and prayers of myself and my family are with you, Ella and Paul during this difficult time.
June 1, 2009
To Julie and whole family-
I cannot even begin to express the pain that I feel, everyday that I mourn the lost of my best friend. Paul taught me more about the business world then any other man I know. His passing has put a pain in my heart which I know will never leave. I hope that you will always keep his memory alive through Ella and Paulie. The lord is almighty, and his will is law. I hope you know that every night I will pray for you and your whole family.
Ivana Curcic
May 28, 2009
Dear Julie and Stepanian family, We are very saddened by news of Paul's passing. My cousins, husband, daughter and I met Paul through his work and always appreciated his dedication and care for us. His kindness, thoughts, and good sense of humour will always stay with us. He always updated me about his lovely family and it was obvious how much he loved you all. You are in our thoughts.
Ivana Curcic, with Eric and Azra Gordy, Srdjan Holovac, Borislav Petric and Petric, Holovac, and Curcic families (London, UK)
Lois Kepnes
May 19, 2009
Dear Julie,
I am saddened to learn about Paul's passing.
Although I have only known him for a very short time, I marveled at all the courage he had shown. While outside playing with Ella and Paul one would never have known how sick he really was.
My thoughts are with you and your children.
Lois Kepnes (Alyson Mason's mother )
Jeff Manning
May 18, 2009
I was deeply saddened to learn of Paul's passing. I was one of Dan Strollo's roomates at UMass and got to know Paul through his many visits. Paul was a person of quality, and we all enjoyed his presence immensely every time he came to see us. I came to consider him a friend and though I haven't seen him in several years; oddly he will be missed. Such is the impact that good people have on those that they meet on the trail of life.
Moses & Rita Avakian
May 14, 2009
Dear Julie and Stepanian Family,
We were shocked and deeply saddened to learn of Paul's passing. We will always remember Paul and feel very fortunate to have know him. His warm smile and great personality will never be forgotten. Please know that you are all very much in our thoughts and prayers at this time of sorrow. We will miss him very much. <3
Lisa & Joe Carrozza
May 14, 2009
Dear Julie and Family,
It’s difficult to convey in words how sorry we are for your loss. We hope you will be comforted in the days ahead with the wonderful memories we all have of time spent with Paul. Joe thoroughly enjoyed their friendly sports rivalry and always looked forward to the back and forth banter he would engage in with Paul. We will miss him very much.
Leanne Salvia
May 14, 2009
Dear Julie - We would like to extend our condolences to you and your family, we are so saddened to learn this news. We are thinking of you and praying for you. If there is anything we can help you with, please let us know.
Leanne and Jay Salvia
Eimear Chi
May 13, 2009
Dear Julie and Stepanian family, we are deeply saddened by the news of Pauls passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Jen Draper
May 13, 2009
Dear Julie, I know it has been a while since we have seen one another; but, I wanted to reach out to you with my deepest sympathy on the loss of Paul.
I was so sorry to hear of his passing. You and your family are in my thoughts.
Michael O'Rourke
May 13, 2009
My wife Mercedes and I would like to send our condolences to you and your family.We are saddened by your loss and want you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.God bless you all.
Michael and Mercedes O'Rourke
David Walsh
May 12, 2009
Dr. Stepanian and family - I knew and was friendly with Paul in high school, and as we had many mutual friends, when we saw each other occasionally over the years it was always around a lot of laughs about the old days. I was deeply saddened by his passing and will miss him. Please accept my deepest condolences. Sincerely, Dave Walsh, LHS Class of 1988
Millie Thomson
May 12, 2009
Dear Julie and Family,
May all your wonderful memories of Paul help you through this very difficult and sad time. It was a pleasure to meet Paul and I will remember him at Storyland. From the little I knew of him, he was truly a remarkable man. My sincere condolences. Millie Thomson (Braintree, MA)
Cynthia Barsamian
May 12, 2009
Stephen and Esther---- Our deepest sympathies to you and your families. May GOD help you through this difficult time. We share in your sadness.
Artie and Cynthia Barsamian
Joe and Joan Powers
May 12, 2009
Dear Julie and Family,
We would like to acknowledge Paul and the wonderful person we knew him to be. Paul was an usher in our daughter Liz and John's wedding 10 years ago. Our deepest sympathies to Julie and the Stepanian Family.
Joe and Joan Powers
maria sousa
May 12, 2009
Dr Stepanian I am so sorry for your loss. Paul was a wonderful person and he surely will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless you and your family.
May 12, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, know that you and your family are in my thoughts.
Diane Wade
Norwood, Ma
Dominic & Linh Carrozza
May 11, 2009
We would like to extend our deepest sympathies in regards to the passing of Paul. It was a privilege to have known him through his great friendship with John, which brought him to so many of our family events. In the last few years, it was truly inspirational to see Paul battle his illness with such humility and grace, and to see the remarkable response to his work with Reaching for a Cure. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
May 11, 2009
We are so very sorry. Paul was the best friend to our son that anyone could ever have. We will never forget him. Our deepest sympathies to all of you. We are so sorry that we are unable to be there at this time. Barbara & Frank Limoncelli
Maritza Cabrera
May 11, 2009
Dear Dr.Stepanian,
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God Bless you and keep you all!! M
Tony Callis
May 11, 2009
I would like to encourage the family with these words my brother has now gone to see our fartherGod all pain and suffering is no more. He leaves us with great fawned memories. Steve will be missed but Jesus has come and delivered our brother to eternal grace I am truely sorry for all the family's pain. May all good things come to his family and friends in Jesus's name this is my prayor for Steve's family on this day. Be Blessed all this are possible through Christ who strengthens me Phill. 4:13
Tony O. Callis
Jennifer Knight
May 11, 2009
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you all and keep you in his mercy. Jennifer
Maureen Todaro
May 11, 2009
I remember the day in 2001 I met Paul and Julie like it was yesterday - a barbeque in the backyard of the Wellesley home. From the first day I knew how important you have been in Scott's life, and you both were so welcoming. I will always remember Paul's love of entertaining, debating politcs and most importantly having fun doing both with family and friends. We miss him dearly and will think of him every day.
Betsy & Nunzio Carrozza
May 11, 2009
Julie and Family
We are so sorry to learn of Paul's passing. We know through John that he was a warm, good hearted, loving person. We were blessed to have met him. Our prayers and sympathies are with you and the family. May you find peace and strength in the days ahead.
Deborah Keith
May 11, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you at this sad time
Walter&Carolyn McCarthy
May 11, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of sorrow. Paul was taken from us to soon,but in his short life here on earth he truly showed us the meaning of love , friendship, fatherhood and devotion. God Bless! Walter and Carolyn McCarthy(Fort Pierce,FL.)
Melissa Mahoney
May 11, 2009
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Paul and Patti Rossetti
May 11, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I pray that the support of family and friends comfort you now and always.
Kelly and Jason Holland
May 11, 2009
Julie, Ella & Paulie Jr.,
Paul was such a role model to so many people. Always a smile on his face and in his voice. Our deepest symphony for you, and you are all in our thoughts and prayers. He will be greatly missed.
Love always,
Tod and Margaret Loofbourrow
May 11, 2009
Paul is an inspirational person. His dignity, strength, and positive personality are an inspiration to all of us in how to live, and in how to inspire others no matter what our personal circumstances.
Susan Shaver
May 11, 2009
I am very sorry for your loss. Please let Frankie at the Noah's Ark Preschool know if parents and or the Board of Directors can help in any way such as meal delivery.
Susan Shaver, President, Board of Directors, Noah's Ark Preschool
Margaret and Tod Loofbourrow
May 11, 2009
Paul was an inspiration to so many people. He always held his head high, fought the cancer as hard as he could and kept his spirits upbeat for those around him. We will miss him. Our prayers are with the family.
Cristina DeGuglielmo/Watson
May 11, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Paul, May your memories give you some peace at this very sad time. My thoughts & prayers are with your family at this time.
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