Paul Donahue Obituary
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Carol Taunton-Raynham
March 31, 2018
Brian, Audrey and family:
My deepest sympathy to each of you. Paul was a fantastic guy.
I knew Paul from St. Mary's School and Coyle. Both Shirley and Paul were a couple of years ahead of me. I met up with Shirley and Joyce when we were all living at the Franklin Square House in Boston. Paul used to cone there to date or bring her home for the weekend. Shirley, Joyce and myself became the best
of friends.
On line is something called abandoned property. I believe Shirley had money
with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Joyce also had funds with the state. Unless I am mistaken, Joyce had money in some sort of mutual fund.
I know this is not the time or place to mention money; but feel one of you should contact Abandoned Property in Massachusetts and get that money into the proper hands.
I meant to mention this to Paul; but things have been hectic for a few years; and I've had to put off many things. For this, I apologize.
Again, my deepest sympathy to each of you.
David Marshall
February 18, 2017
I'm sorry for your loss. He was always so nice to us while we were at WPI. I remember one time Mark locked his keys in the car while we were at a mall, and Mr. Donahue drove all the way out to unlock the car. I don't know how he was so calm about it.
Tim Kinne
February 9, 2017
Shirley and Family,
Spiro email'd me about Paul's passing. I was so sorry to hear. I enjoyed working Paul and just being around Paul. He was a great man who lived his Catholic values. I always respected Paul's opinions. He was a great man and loved to mentor Engineers (not only in engineering but also in life). I am keeping Paul and your family in my prayers.
Tim Kinne
Frank Berg
February 9, 2017
So sorry to hear paul passed. I met him years ago when i was cutting your mom's hair. He was always and will be one of my favorite customers at frankie's barbershop.
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Denise & Andy Bennett
February 2, 2017
We are so saddened to hear of our dear neighbor, Paul's passing. He was happiest surrounded by his family on the beach. Please accept our very deepest sympathy and know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss him.
Falmouth Heights Beach around the 1980s
Chris Coniglio
February 2, 2017
Paul was like family. One of the nicest people you will ever meet. I will miss seeing him on the beach in Falmouth
Doreen and Richard Wallace
February 2, 2017
To know Paul was to know a special man. He was a wonderful husband and father. He set an example as a father that his sons share today. His thee daughter-in-laws are the girls that he and Shirley didn't have but were lucky enough to get later.
We are all fortunate to have had the chance to call Paul our friend.
Lets all hope that Shirley lets him catch his breath before she has a job for him to do.
John and Gerry Greene
February 1, 2017
To the entire Donahue family - John and I were very sad to hear of Paul's passing. He and Shirley were our next door neighbors for over 20 years and we could not have asked for better neighbors. Paul was kind, funny and generous; he loved his family and when asked, would take every opportunity to talk with pride about his grandchildren's latest adventures. He was a true gentleman and will truly be missed.
Rick Miller
February 1, 2017
Like many other GE-Lynn engineers of our period I knew, respected and appreciated Paul's talents, integrity and friendship. But it was the golf course that brought out the camaraderie and good humor that we all so deeply cherished. I will miss his smile, strong handshake and laughing eyes. My deepest condolences to his family and friends.
RICK DOWEN
February 1, 2017
Hi Brian, So sorry for the loss of your brother Paul, Having never met him, I am sure he was a really great guy, as are you his brother . He certainly has your smile. Hang in there my friend ,
Rick Dowen
Audrey & Ray Murphy
January 31, 2017
One of the luckiest days for our family was the day Paul married my sister, Shirley. Paul has always been there for his family, for our family, for friends and was loved by everyone who ever met him.
Joanne Settemio
January 31, 2017
MARK, CHRISTINE, RYAN, LUCAS & entire Donahue Family:
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Donahue a few times, and what a nice gentleman! My Sincere Condolences to you all.
MAY GOD HOLD YOU ALL IN THE PALM OF HIS HAND DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME! God Bless!!
Sean Murphy
January 31, 2017
I loved Paul. A truely good man. I will miss him terribly.
John W. Gately, John H. Gately & Fred Sprague
January 31, 2017
The Gately Family and Staff wish to express our sincere sympathy to you. It is our hope that we may be able to make a difficult time more bearable. Please feel free to call on us at anytime as we are always available to you.
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