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Paul Grace Obituary
Born in New York City on March 11, 1934, he was the son of Francis X. and Marie E. (Torpey) Grace. He was educated in the NYC Parochial school system and earned his bachelor's degree from Fordham University. He also earned a master's degree in business administration from SNHU (formerly New Hampshire College).
LTC Grace served his country honorably in the U.S. Army for 24 years. After retiring from the military in 1979, Paul served the people of New Hampshire as Deputy Director and then as an adjudicator in the Department of Employment Security.
Paul's life was one based on his Catholic faith and service to his community. He was a Eucharistic Minister and member of the Consoler's Group at St. Catherine Parish. He had a longtime involvement with the Boy Scouts of America, in Daniel Webster Council and in Ft. Leavenworth, Kan. He loved his model trains, loved traveling to visit his family, and to watch anything his grandchildren were doing. Above all else, he will be remembered as a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend to all who knew him.
He was predeceased by his wife, Patricia (Maloney) Grace in 2006.
Family members include his seven sons, Martin Grace and wife, Kelly of Atlanta, Patrick Grace and wife, Katherine of Strafford, the Very Rev. John Grace of Nashua, Thomas Grace and wife, Jennifer of Stratham, Daniel Grace and wife, Linda of Cumming, Ga., Kevin Grace of Manchester and Brendan Grace and wife, Erin of Manchester; his three daughters, Margaret Green and husband, William of Andover, Mass., Theresa Crowther and husband, David of Randolph, N.J. and Mary Calhoun and husband, James of Morrisville, Vt.; 29 grandchildren; one sister, Patricia Toolan of Southern Shores, N.C.; three nephews, one niece; and several cousins.
Calling hours will be held Sunday, Feb. 28, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Lambert Funeral Home & Crematory, 1799 Elm St., corner of North Street, Manchester.
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Monday, Feb. 29, at 11 a.m. in St. Catherine of Siena Church.
Committal prayers and military burial honors will follow in the mausoleum at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.
Donations may be made in his memory to St. Catherine of Siena Parish, 207 Hemlock St., Manchester, NH 03104.
To send an online message of condolence, please go to lambertfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Grace
Greg and Patti Green
February 27, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Share your memories and your parents will live on sharing the warm light of the Lord with you. God Bless.
Bev & Jim Hawkins
February 27, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers go to Paul and his family. It was our pleasure to know Paul and will fondly remember him for his friendship, honor and integrity.
Christine D. Wilson
February 26, 2016
We have lost a great friend and mentor. My most vivid memories of Scouting are those shared with Paul and his friend Paul Potvin - we had a lot of laughs together over the years and many tender moments. I will miss my friend as he has always had a special place in my heart. My deepest condolences to you all.
The Israel Family
February 29, 2016
Our heartfelt sympathy is extended to the Grace family. Hold tight to the very special memories you have of your Dad and Grandfather. May these happy memories bring you peace in the days ahead. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless and comfort you.
Tom & Deb Endyke
February 26, 2016
Our condolences and prayers for peace to the Grace family. We are so sorry for your loss...
Donna Brigley
February 26, 2016
My deepest condolences to Patrick and his family. May the memory of your father give you peace and comfort in the time to come.
cindy simms
February 29, 2016
Brendan, Erin, and family, so deeply sorry for the loss of your Dad. He sounds like he was an amazing man who touched many lives. Keeping you all in our prayers. Love, Cindy Simms and family.
Bob Creamerq
February 26, 2016
My condolences and ongoing prayers for Thom and the entire Grace family.
Bob Creamer (Seniorlink)
Edward Mele, Jr.
February 27, 2016
Father John and Family,
Our condolence to you and your family.
When the lord, calls our loved ones home, he
leaves a gift of memories in exchange. He is safely home with your Mom.
All our prayers,
Ed and Mrs. Mele
Estelle McGarry
March 8, 2016
My condolences to Brendan and Erin...I just found out about Paul's passing...It is so difficult when losing a parent...I pray that God will give you the strength you need during this difficult time...
Jill Capobianco
February 28, 2016
We are so sad to hear about this and our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We have many good memories of your Dad.
Jack and Janet Gaylord
February 27, 2016
Our heartfelt sympathy and condolences pour from our hearts to the Grace family. I knew Paul through our connection in Scouting. He epitomized Scouting's ideals as he lived by our Scout Oath and Scout Law. Paul has graduated with high honors into Heaven and can be very proud of the legacy he leaves with us now and to generations yet to come! God's peace, love and support for the Grace family.
Jason, Amanda and Eli Calhoun
February 26, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Jason and Amanda Calhoun
February 26, 2016
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
February 26, 2016
With love, prayers, and sympathy to the Grace family. Reggie & Carol Audet
Heather Larochelle
February 26, 2016
Love to the Grace family, especially Brendan, Erin, Isabelle, Ian, Elliott, and Emmett.
February 26, 2016
My condolences. Paul was a very caring man and loved Boy Scouts.
Deana Dubois -First Congregational Church Scout Units 134
Les Weymouth
February 26, 2016
My sincerest sympathy to all Paul's family. My life is blessed and richer for having known him. I'll always remember the laughter and cheerful demeanor Paul brought to all the things we were involved with as Scouters. He was part of a team of leaders that I spent many years with. He will be missed by all.
February 26, 2016
May God give the family strength and peace in the weeks to come. Psalm 29:11
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