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for Paul POTH
Rich O'Connor
December 29, 2009
So hurt to read of Paul's passing in a Nichols publication that arrived yesterday.
What a smart, driven, and caring guy he was. They don't come any brighter.
I really enjoyed working with Paul and Kristen a few years back.
What a loss to his family, friends, and
Massachusetts.
Fred Cavese
September 23, 2009
Kristen: I was a fellow ND law student with Paul in London and am also from Buffalo. Paul and I loved to talk about Buffalo food, sports, etc. What I remember most about him was his good humor and upbeat personality. He brightened every room he entered and will be missed.
Kurt Kjelland
September 15, 2009
To the Poth family –
My deepest sympathies for your loss. I attended law school with Paul. No one was better at telling a story, and few had his compassion or zest for life. He was a good and cherished friend, and all were better for knowing him.
Laura Leonard Knapp
September 10, 2009
I am so sorry for your loss and the community's loss of such a wonderful person. I met Paul during the first week of school at BC. I too am from Buffalo and was so happy to meet someone from "home." He was one of the funniest people I have had the privilege of knowing. I remember his smiles, his laughter and his kindness. I am keeping you all in my prayers during this most difficult and sad time. I am not able to attend the memorial in October but my thoughts will be there. God bless you all.
September 4, 2009
Kristen and family-
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love, Suzanne Palma Baratta, and family
Ocala, Florida
June Cotter-Lanctot
September 3, 2009
Kristen, Luca and family,
My deepest sympathy on your loss. I worked with Paul at the BMC and remember him fondly. He was a talented ADA who was well liked and respected. I will remember his smile and his sense of humor.....and I will always remember his bow ties!!
Take care,
Dan Maranci
September 3, 2009
I am very sorry for your loss. I did not know Paul well, but worked with him on a matter briefly at Mintz Levin. Though our interaction was brief, he immediately struck me as a genuinely good, funny person, on top of his obvious legal skills. That combination is all too rare.
Carol Zins
September 3, 2009
I had the pleasure of working with Paul at the District Attorney's Office when he was just beginning his career. A most loving, generous and passionate person.God Bless you and your family at this very sad time.
Cathy White/Brown
September 3, 2009
Peter and Mary, I read today's Boston Globe article about Peter, and as I read it, I thought, "is this the little kid who was on the Park Club swim team with my little brother Tommy and my sister Suzanne White? Is this the son of Mr. Poth who was at Peat Marwick? As I read further I realized that it was indeed Paul. My heart breaks for you, please know that people from way back when are remembering him as such a great kid, and send you our deepest sympathies. I will never forget him diving and swimming, it's funny how little things in your life stick with you. May he rest in peace. The White Family sends our condolences.
Beth Balliro
September 2, 2009
Although I never met Paul, his generosity has always been in my thoughts. Around 5 years ago, I found his information online and reached out to him on behalf of one of my Boston Public School students who was a shooting victim. Paul was an unrelenting advocate for this young woman, and literally changed the path of her life. His memory will surely live on as one of the powerful souls that make our world worth living in.
In Peace,
Beth Balliro
Marcy Breton
September 2, 2009
May each special memory shine in your heart and bring you peace.My prayers are with you and your family. Marcy
Daniel Fitzgerald
September 2, 2009
Dear Kristen, Luca, and the Poth Family:
I was very sorry to hear of Paul's passing. I bumped into him recently at one of his hospital visits, and in typical fashion, Paul was optimistic about the long-term plan for his care.
As a member of the defense bar I can tell you that Paul was well respected as a very smart, fair, ethical, and talented Assistant DA, and we shall miss his competitiveness and his wonderful sense of humor.
I am so sorry for your loss.
Dan Fitzgerald, Esq.
September 2, 2009
As I read the previous entries it became very clear that my interaction with Paul was not unique. I was among the lucky people who met and were touched by Paul and his family. Please accept my deepest condolences,
Cathy DeFuria, MGH RN, Phillips 20
Jim & Jane Carrig
September 1, 2009
Dear Kristen, Luca and the Poth Family:
We are so sorry for your loss and pray that God brings you comfort as you mourn the loss of Paul. We had the privilege of being law school classmates with Paul at Notre Dame and were later honored to have Paul stand up in our wedding. He was creatively brilliant and outrageously funny. Whether throwing around the disc, studying for exams, cooking up a batch of chili, or listening to one of his classic stories -- it was always great to be around PPP. Paul -until we meet again may God hold you in the palm of His hand.
September 1, 2009
PAUL, AS A YOUNG ADA ,WORKING WITH THE AREA A BOSTON POLICE WAS A HARD WORKING LAWYER. AS A MEMBER OF THE DEPARTMENT AND WORKING NIGHTS I FOUND PAUL EASY TO TALK TO, UNDERSTANDING AND MOST OF ALL VERY EASY TO GET A LAUGH OUT OF. I FOUND THAT OVER THE YEARS IF THERE WAS NO HUMOR AT THE WORKPLACE THERE WAS NO ENJOYMENT IN THE WORK. IF I HAD SOMETHING FUNNY TO SAY OR TO TELL HIM I WOULD SEEK HIM OUT BECAUSE I KNEW HE ENJOYED A GOOD LAUGH. NOW THAT I THINK OF IT IF HE SAW MY OFFICE DOOR OPEN HE WOULD TELL ME SOMETHING SO I COULD LAUGH.FROM ONE WHO HAS FAITH I WILL REMEMBER HIM IN MY PRAYERS.
PAUL BAKER,BPD RETIRED
Amy Ruona-Banister
September 1, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Paul was a dear friend of my brother Eric and he spent a lot of time with our family one summer in LA. He put up with all of my little sister antics and always had such a great attitude. I haven't seen him in years but remember him fondly. Please accept my condolences.
September 1, 2009
Kristen, Luca and family-
I was terribly saddened to learn about Paul's passing. I worked with Paul at the District Attorney's office and will always remember how funny, weird, crazy and smart Paul was!! I only hope that all of your happy memories together bring you some measure of comfort and peace. I offer you my very deepest condolences.
Nancy Carlos
Robin Vaughan
August 31, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of Paul's passing. We thought so highly of him at Suffolk and enjoyed working with him while he was with the DA's office. His bow ties were legendary and he always had a great outlook, even when his case wasn't going as well as he had hoped. May his memory be a blessing to your family.
With deepest sympathy,
Robin E. Vaughan, Assistant Clerk Magistrate, Suffolk County Superior Court
John Kolaga
August 31, 2009
Dear Poth Family:
Although I only met Paul a few times (through sister Clare and brother-in-law Tom), he seemed to be a wonderful guy. I know that he was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed. My sympathies to all his family and friends, especially his wife and child.
Margaret Hegarty
August 31, 2009
So heartbroken to hear of your loss. I was a classmate of Paul's at BC, and our paths continued to cross throughout our careers in the DA's office and as lawyers in Boston. What a wonderfully bright and witty person! Paul always, always made me laugh, no matter how much time had passed since we had last connected. I consider that a gift, but little consolation at this sad, sad loss far too early. Blessings.
Jennifer Wutz-Lopes
August 31, 2009
Please accept my sympathies.
Jenny Cooper
August 31, 2009
Kristen and Luca, I am so very sorry for your loss. You, and Paul, are in my heartfelt thoughts and have my deepest sympathy.
With Love,
Jenny Cooper
Greg Wymer
August 30, 2009
Kristin, Luca, and all of Paul's friends and families -
The sense of loss is profound. It's due to the sense of joy we all feel from having had the pleasure of Paul being a part of our lives, and the knowledge that his was a life unfairly ended far too soon.
Paul will live on through our family in many ways, but especially through the term "chambered" that he introduced to me when we lived together.
We will be on vacation in Maine next week and will miss Paul's tribute, but Leon will be there to represent the men of the Kennedy Biscuit Lofts.
Peace.
Michelle Mogil
August 30, 2009
This is one cousin who is regretful that she didn't know Paul better between the high school and college years, but very grateful that she got the chance to reconnect with him in Boston in 2005. My heart goes out to Mary Ann, Clare, Kristen and Luca. I will be in Buffalo October 30, come hell or high water...
Oh, and I hope this picture cheers you all up. I think it epitomizes what Paul was all about...
Doris Farzan
August 30, 2009
To the Poth family: I was shocked and saddened to learn of Paul's death. He and my son, Peter, were friends many years ago as very young boys. I have fond memories of him and his family. Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
Martha (Ruch) Ulfelder
August 30, 2009
I'm very sorry to hear about Paul. I have been a friend of Clare's for about 40 years, and used to babysit Paul because Clare went to all the parties and I stayed home. He was a bundle of fun even back then. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
August 30, 2009
Mary Ann I'm so sorry for your loss, I pray the HOLY Spirit will guide you and give you strength to endure. Love Janet Reimondo
Marianne LaNasa-Gasiecki
August 30, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Jan & Jim Eichelberger
August 30, 2009
Kristen, you and Luca are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. We are planning to be in Buffalo for the Oct. 30th celebration of Paul's life and 40th birthday. Love, Aunt Jan and Uncle Jim
Christen Clifford
August 30, 2009
Paul was a wonderfully dancey witty musicy smarty funny goody baddy boyman. A tragic loss. I am so sorry for your loss. Christen Clifford
Kathryn Henderson
August 29, 2009
Kristen,
Everytime I saw Paul he made me smile. There are not many people with such a strong ability to connect with others and brighten their days. I am blessed to have met him.
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
August 29, 2009
I am so sorry to hear the sad news about Paul. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Kathleen Flynn Zitzman
BC '91
August 29, 2009
You have our deepest sympathies. Mary Jane & Regis Stevenson
Simone Federman
August 29, 2009
I find when I think of Paul and wipe the tears off my cheeks underneath i have a big smile on my face. Thank you Paul for still making me smile. I love you now and forever. You touched my heart in the most profound of ways. I hope I can live my life as you did, by your example with warmth generosity ,compassion and laughter. Thanks to you who raised him Mary Ann and Peter and his big sister Clare , her friends and his neice Lydia and of course his nephew Fred and Kristen and Lucaa those who made him complete and her whole family and all thier frindes and Paul's friends-and c-oworkers for the part you played
You all played a part, a major part in making him a great man and that he was- a rtuly great man, job well done,
I will miss him.
Much love Simone
Simone Federman
August 29, 2009
I find when I think of Paul and wipe the tears off my cheeks underneath I have a big smile on my face. Thank you Paul for still making me smile. I love you now and forever. You touched my heart in the most profound of ways. I hope I can live my life as you did, by your example, with warmth generosity, compassion and laughter. Thanks to you who raised him Mary Ann and Peter and his big sister Clare , her friends and his neice Lydia and of course his nephew Fred and Kristen and Luca those who made him complete and her whole family and all thier frindes and Paul's friends-and c-oworkers for the part you played
You all played a part, a major part in making him a great man and that he was- a truly great man, job well done,
I will miss him.
Much love Simone
August 29, 2009
Hello Kristen and Luca,
I was a friend of Paul's from BC and spent time with him during his time in LA and London. He was most gifted in making people laugh and feel comfortable in every situation. I am so sorry for your loss, He will be greatly missed.
Annie Mallick, B.C '91
Steven Karsh
August 28, 2009
I had the pleasure of having Paul as a roommate when I lived Boston in the mid 1990's. He was always fun to hang out with and I pass along my sincerest condolences to his wife, child and the rest of his family. He is someone I will always remember and hold in the highest regard.
J Bagnell
August 28, 2009
My sincerest condolences to you Kristen, and family. I have such fond memories of Paul from the time that I knew him. You are all in my thoughts.
Katie Best Manzo
August 28, 2009
Kristin, I am so very sorry to hear of Paul's passing. I feel very blessed to have met the two of you during Paul's time spent at MGH. Every time he was in my care he was pleasant, upbeat and spoke of his love for you and your son. What a beautiful man. My prayers are with you, your son and your family at this time. Katie, RN @ MGH
Mary Jean Montague/Rudich
August 28, 2009
Very sorry to hear of your loss. Peter, Clare, Mary Ann and Paul's wife and family have my deepest sympathies.
K LaBarbiera
August 28, 2009
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Paul's passing. This is a great loss. I remember Paul, during his days as a classmate of mine at BC, as an extraordinarily intelligent, and supremely witty individual. He never failed to impress me with how deeply bright, creative, individualistic and funny he could be. My heart goes out to his family.
K. LaBarbiera BC '91
Trecia Bennett
August 28, 2009
I use to work with Paul at Mintz. He is one of the niceness person I ever meet. Sorry about your lost.
August 28, 2009
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss of husband, father and son. Our deepest condolences.
Mike & Terry Ray (Naples, Fl)
Chris & Paul Ferris
August 28, 2009
So very sorry for your tragic loss. You have our deepest sympathies.
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