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Paul Shairs Obituary
BEVERLY — Paul A. Shairs, 53, son of the late Michael J. and Dorothy L. (Hinckley) Shairs, died Saturday, Jan. 23, 2010 at Salem Hospital following an extended illness.
Born in Beverly, he was a graduate of Beverly High Patten Vocational School, Class of 1974. Paul lived in Beverly most of his life but also resided in Rowley and Ipswich. He was a skilled self employed carpenter. Paul was an avid sports fan and loved to follow the Boston Celtics, New England Patriots, Boston Red Sox and the Boston Bruins. Paul also enjoyed ice fishing, working with family members in carpentry and especially spending time with his grandson.
Surviving him are four children, Jordan C. Shairs of Beverly, Adam P. Shairs of Salem, Rachel and Nicole Shairs, both of Beverly; his brothers and sisters, Michael J. Shairs Jr. of Rowley, George D. Shairs of Kennebunk, Maine, Charles A. Shairs of Reading, John H. Shairs of Danvers, Diane M. Capozzi of Raymond, N.H., Pamela A. Crisafi of Salisbury, and Joseph W. Shairs of Beverly; his grandson, Aydan MacDonald of New Hampshire; and several nieces and nephews.
ARRANGEMENTS: Visiting hours will be at the Campbell-Lee, Moody, Russell Funeral Home, 525 Cabot St., Beverly (North Beverly location) on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. Relatives and friends are invited to attend. Funeral services will be private. Contributions may be made in his memory to American Liver Foundation, 88 Winchester St., Newton, MA 02461-1720. Information, directions, condolences at www.campbellfuneral.com.
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Bill DiPaolo
February 2, 2010
Paul was always a fun man. He and the Ryal Side crew (Pat Stellato, Jimmy DePiero, Billy O'Keefe) were great to be around.
I last saw Paul at the 35th HS reunion at the French Club. He came up and squeezed my arm. He looked me right in the eye and asked "How are you doing?" Quietly, not in that usual jolly tone he usually had.
We had a really nice talk. He told me about his great kids, asked me about my family. He seemed happy and sad at the same time.
Nikki Shairs
January 31, 2010
I loved my dad more than anything in this world. It is really crazy to think that he is really gone. He was the best father anyone could ever ask for and a best friend to me as well. I will never stop thinking of him, missing him, or loving him.
Dawn Deacy
January 28, 2010
Alot of good times where shared during the drum corps days...
Maureen (Twiss) Cragen
January 27, 2010
So sorry to hear about Paul. I remember him from St. Mary's. I'm glad I got to see him at last class reunion. Class of '74. Rest in Peace.
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Nick
January 27, 2010
Uncle - I wish I was able to be by your side when you passed, but you know through my prayers how much I love you. Thanks for everything and God rest your soul.
Kathy Haley
January 27, 2010
Paul will be missed by all. Known him since we were kids and always liked him so much. He really loved his kids...was nice to see.
michael jenness
January 27, 2010
i will miss you paul. we had some great times together. my prayers go out to your family. peace. class of 74
James DeLeskey
January 27, 2010
paul was a lifelong friend ,I will miss him.
January 27, 2010
So sorry. Words can never be enough to express the feelings we had for Paul. He was a good man.
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Cerissa and Aydan MacDonald
January 26, 2010
Paul is a wonderful man who has been a huge part of mine and Aydan's life for the last 5 years. I feel truely blessed that I was able to spend the time I did with him. He has always been there 100% and then some for my son and I and is the BEST Pa a little boy could ask for. Paul welcomed me into his family with open arms and with that Aydan got 2 of the BEST Aunties and I got two amazing little sisters that I love with all of my heart! Rest in Peace Paul aka PA Aydan's BEST FRIEND We love you very much. NICOLE, RACHEL, ADAM, and JORDAN, I love you we are family and I will always be here for you.
AYDAN LOVES PA!
Gale Fatello
January 26, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Paul was a great person and he will surely be missed. May he rest in peace...
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