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Paul Flanagan Obituary
Paul graduated from Wachusett Regional High School and Worcester Junior College and joined his family's insurance agency in Sterling, M. J. Flanagan Insurance Agency, where he worked until retiring as president in 2011. He enjoyed playing golf and was a former member of Oak Hill Country Club in Fitchburg, The International Country Club in Bolton and Worcester Country Club in Worcester. A graduate of the United States Coast Guard Training Center in Cape May, New Jersey, Paul was an avid boater who loved cruising the waters of Cape Cod and relaxing with family and friends aboard the Seanair.
He was a member of St. Richard of Chichester Church in Sterling and chaired its Bishop's Fund for 30 years. Paul was also a lifetime member of Clinton Elks Lodge #1306, and served 30 years as Secretary and Charter Member of the Sterling Lion's Club, receiving the Melvin Jones Fellowship for humanitarian service in 2001.
He is survived and will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 50 years, Marlena J. (Lanza) Flanagan; a son, John M. Flanagan and his wife Beth of Westford; a daughter, Kelly M. Flanagan and Peter Drawbridge of Holden; a brother, Michael J. Flanagan and his wife Mary of Sterling; a sister, Joyce Flanagan of Novato, CA; three grandchildren, Kayla, Krista and Kiley Flanagan of Westford; cousins, nephews and nieces.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 7, at the Miles-Sterling Funeral and Tribute Center, 100 Worcester Road (Rte. 12), Sterling. The funeral Mass celebrating Paul's life will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 8, at St. Richard of Chichester Church, 4 Bridge Street, Sterling. Interment will be private in Hillside Cemetery, Sterling. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lion's Club International Foundation (LCIF): LCIF\Areas of Greatest Need, 300 W. 22nd Street, Oak Brook, IL 60523-8842; or St. Richard of Chichester Church, P.O. Box 657, Sterling, MA 01564.
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March 15, 2012
Marlena,
So sorry to hear of Paul's passing. You were soul mates if ever there were any. Thinking of you and hoping you and your family will know that many have you in their prayers. Millie & Bob Federici
Lyman & Marcia Rugg
March 8, 2012
Dear Marlena & Family
Sorry to hear of Pauls passing. When i would see him he always had a smile and a pleasure to talk with. Our hearts and prayers are with you always.
March 8, 2012
Dear Flanagan Family :
Know that Paul will be remembered as an
important and recognized member of St Richards Church. Our heartfelt sorrows on your (our) loss.
St Richard's Knights Of Columbus
John Ruscito
March 8, 2012
Dear Marlena and Michael and Family:
Our heartfelt condolence to you and your family on Paul's passing. He was a devoted family man, honest business man and friend. May your warm memories of Paul sustain you and may God's grace help you as you mourn your loss.
Sincerely,
John and Linda Ruscito
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March 7, 2012
Dear Marlena and Family,
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your dear husband and father. We were saddened to learn of Paul's passing,such a brief time after his retirement.
We have fond memories of Paul, playing golf with the Wednesday group at Worcester Country Club. They were very special times with Paul, and something we will always treasure.
Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Ray and Sally Trottier
March 6, 2012
Paul & Marlena - Ken & Barbara
50 years of total enjoyment. When you moved to your apartment on Osgood Rd. We were in the apartment next door. When Barb & I bought on Brooks Crossing you & Marlena were next door. When you bought at Verano in Florida we were there across the street. Now Paul, you have moved on alone. Save three chairs
Love Ken & Barbara
Bambi (Nystrom) Mellor
March 6, 2012
I was so saddened to hear of Paul's passing. He was so sweet! One of my favorite customers! He will be missed.
May faith. friends, and memories comfort you in this difficult time.
March 6, 2012
MARLENA & FAMILY,
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE DEATH OF PAUL.
MARY GAFFNEY (STERLING,MA)
March 6, 2012
Dear Marlena, Remembering you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Kelly and John. Paul will be sadly missed.
Your old friends Robin (Tenken) Tibbetts and daughter Bev Ramsdell
Shelly (Whitney) Valchuis
March 6, 2012
I am so saddened to hear of Paul's passing...Kelly, John, Marlena, Paul..you all were so dear to me, you'll never know how much you all meant to me! The years you all extended your family to me, the times at the Cape, watching Mrs. Flanagan, my old teacher, cook up the cohaugs, dandelions..RIP Mr. Flanagan..may you be at peace knowing you have one more Angel above to watch over you! God Bless you all, you all are in my heart & prayers!
Cassandra McGill
March 6, 2012
Dear Marlena, Charlie and I knew Paul only a short time as our neighbor in Florida, but so enjoyed his stories and sense of humor. Our condolences to you and your family. We hope you continue to visit Florida to enjoy the sunshine and warmth.
Bernie Temple
March 5, 2012
Dear Marlena,
We were all so sorry to hear the news on the passing of Captain Paul. He was a all around great guy that loved you, his family and many friends.
We will always remember the summers spent at Kingman Marine ( The Chart Room, The Club House and Ramp7). The time spent together on our yearly trip to Nantucket Boat Basin and the great trip to Boston Yacht.
Paul always made sure that our watches were synchronized with his ramp 7 noon time call out. Which consisted of Paul going to the bridge of the Seanair and giving the horns a blast with a follow up shout out that it was MILLER TIME over his P.A. system.
Our thoughts are with you and your family durring this difficult time. Please know that you are in all of our thoughts and prayers. The Ramp 7 gang
March 5, 2012
Dear Marlena,
My wife Angela and I were deeply saddened to hear of Paul's passing. What a wonderful Christian gentleman the world has lost. He always had a smile when I saw him and always spoke of his loving family. His love and adoration for you, your children and grandchildren was always quite evident. I pray for him and for all of you that you find peace and comfort during these most sorrowful and difficult times. God has called home a great guy. I will miss him dearly. May Paul rest in peace with The Lord.
Bernie Dow
March 5, 2012
Please accept my deepest sympathy on the passing of Paul.
Cecelia Rugg Burgwinkle
Karen Carlson
March 4, 2012
Thank you for all the wonderful childhood memories of Snug Harbor, a place where I learned to swim, to sail,and to laugh loudly. Fair winds and following seas.
Roy and Joan Dahlstrom
March 4, 2012
Please accept our deepest condolence and sympathy on the passing of Paul. We will always remember the help he gave us as our insurance agent and as a friend. Rest in peace Paul.
Cape Cod canal '06-Sean Aire'
Trey
March 3, 2012
Fair winds and following seas on your final voyage.........R.I.P. Paul Flanagan, Good friend and fellow Coastie!
March 3, 2012
“Some of it's magic and some of it's tragic but I had a good life all the way.”
~ Jimmy Buffett
Sandra
March 3, 2012
If it wasn't for Paul, I would not know or love "The Cape" the way that I do. THANK YOU PAUL, from the bottom of my heart.
It's 5 O'clock somewhere...Stan's got a cold one waiting for you !
Robert Mary Ann & Family Himmer
March 3, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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