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for George Abely
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Marilyn and Al Caporizzo
September 3, 2008
Dear Cynthia,
Al and I are sad to hear about George and the loss to you and your family. We're thinking of you and praying for you.
Gary Abely
August 27, 2008
Cynthia and Family,
Our sincere thoughts are with your family. We hope as time passes you think not about your loss, but rather all you gained in sharing "Uncle" George. Many people go through life without garnering the respect or friendship of others. While George's life was cut short, he had a life full of fun, friendship and love and was loved by many. We hope your memories of George brings comfort during difficult times. Love & Peace, Gary & Beth Abely
Debbie Abely
August 27, 2008
Dear Family and Friends of My Uncle George,
Thank you for sharing your memories and thus allowing me a greater insight to the man I called Uncle George. I was not privelaged to know him as most of you as I lived so far away. He was always special to me as my Uncle. It is so nice to read how special he was to his family, neighbors, community and friends.
Several years ago I visited and was greeted so warmly and lovingly and I knew then that I had missed out on a very special side of my family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you my family. Uncle George will forever be loved, missed and by reading the memories; it appears he will be the center of many family camp and fishing stories!! God Bless you and help you through...
Patrick McMahon
August 23, 2008
To the Abely family,
Ever since I was younger my dad and I would stop in for a quick beer and a coke. I used to make a snow man in his back yard almost every winter. George taught me to shoot when i was 11 years old and I loved whenever he came shooting because he would tell me how much better I am then my dad. Even when my dad and I would go camping every year he would think of me by packing a brown paper bag of canned potatoes, spam, and anchovies.(Even though I hate anchovies he swore they were delicious on crackers.) Although he will be missed during those coveted money shots at The Lowell Sportsman Club, I am thankful for every great memory he has given me.
Tom Lynch
August 20, 2008
To the Abely family,
Memories of George bring me back to the great times we had while ice fishing on Lake Winnipesaukee.
More than once, while someone was trying to land a fish, a bunch of us would huddle around to watch and George would describe exactly what was happening in the unseen depths below the ice. Including what the fish was thinking.
Other random memories from days when the fish were not biting:
Gaffing a Michelob - who knew that was possible?
The best mashed potatoes I've ever had - Pittsburg NH.
El Coyote '85 (or was it '84?)
I am very sorry for your loss and grateful for the memories.
Regards,
Tom Lynch & Family
Jeff & Midge Davidson
August 19, 2008
To Cynthia and family;
Please accept the sincere sympathy of our family to your family.
Sharon Dean
August 19, 2008
Dear Cynthia,
How sorry Ron and I are to hear of George's death and how difficult these days must be. May you find comfort in your memories and in your children and grandchildren.
We go back a long way, but what I most remember about George is his weed free garden. I could use a little help from the gardener in the sky this year.
Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Ron and Sharon Dean
Billy Gilet
August 19, 2008
To the Abely family,
I am genuinely sorry about the loss of your husband, dad, grandfather, brother, uncle…and my friend. These short words cannot begin to describe the impact George had on my family and the many memories he has left.
A coach is defined as someone who teaches or mentors others. As such, that's why I began calling him by this nickname about 15 years ago. Over the last few days since he passed, I've recalled many of the things "Coach" taught me.
• He was the first to show me how to shoot a bb gun at the sportsman club, which is still in the bumper room today
• On my first cub scout camping trip, I caught the first fish and he gave me my first sterno stove, which I still have today
• He taught me how to do a deer call and gave me my first one as a gift, which I still have today
• He made me my first meal tailgating on my first hunting trip, beans and brown bread, which I quickly learned is a tough meal when hunting
• He made me my first manhattan, which although I cannot recall a lot about that night, I'm still reminded of the stories to this day
• He made the first cannon I ever saw and shot it off at Richie Lynch's graduation, where the dent in the telephone pole is still there today
• He was always right there when some emergency plumbing issue happened at the house…and then he started to bring Philip along to teach him as well
It won't be the same walking into the Bumper Room without seeing him on his stool. But we'll visit just the same and talk of the memories…and maybe now we'll be allowed to have more ice in our drink! I will miss you Coach, thanks for everything.
Sincerely,
Billy Gilet and family
Kim McMahon
August 19, 2008
Cynthia,
I am so glad that I got to know George over the past few years.
He gave me tips on fishing and taught me to shoot for the first time. I remember being nervous handling the gun but his kindness and patience guided me through and by the end of the day I hit the "x" out of the center of the target.
Whenever we went camping Marty insisted on borrowing Georgie's one burner stove (even though we had a new 2 burner at home). It was the ritual of visiting him pre-camping and discussing our plans that was important to Marty. George would have the stove ready and always had some "special" surprise for us wrapped in brown paper- canned potatoes and spam.
Camping just won't be the same without him but the stories around the campfire will always include George's name.
He will truly be missed by many.
Love,
Kim, Marty, Lyndsey & Pat
Marty McMahon
August 19, 2008
Cynthia,
Just a short note-
Being considered a friend of Georgie was not taken for granted in my house. It was an honor. Thank your for sharing such a great man with me and my family. The world should have more men like him.
Love,
Marty,
Kim, Lyndsey and Pat
Scott Carney
August 18, 2008
Mr. Abely was a friendly and helpful neighbor. I'll always remember he and Mrs. Abely enjoying the sunshine in the backyard under the tree at the picnic table--always quick to wave hello when we drove by.
My condolences to Cynthia, Sarah, Phillip and family--he will be missed in the neighborhood.
Warm regards,
Scott Carney & Family
Michael Lynch
August 17, 2008
I remember George as a really warm, sincere and very funny guy...
Several years ago I bought my first home, clearly the biggest thing in my life to that point. George made a special effort to aks my dad to bring him up and see the old farm house. George stepped into the kitchen and immediately let out a roar of a laugh! Evidently the previous owner had positioned the kitchen sink in a strange way... George's laugh was warm and jolly and it made me feel great.
We spent a lot of time with George at the lake when we were children... I remember liking George a lot becasue he had a way of telling stories & commeting on life that both made us laugh and taught us about adult life... George was my first exposure to a special combination of wit & wisdom that makes people feel good. I bet he was a great teacher to everyone that was close to him... I'm glad he was such a good friend to our family!
Rich Lynch
August 15, 2008
When I was a kid, Mr. Abely took me ice fishing. I loved it.
A few years later, we were at a pool party. Mr. Abely did a back flip off the diving board. I laughed and laughed.
At my graduation party, he scared the neigborhood by firing his cannon. Again, I loved it.
Now that I have a family of my own, George fixed our faucet and told us how we could fix up our backyard. I appreciated it (and did it).
George always made things more fun. Our family will miss you.
Love,
Rich Lynch
Andrew Lynch
August 15, 2008
I will never forget the time Mr. Abely gave me my first ice fishing trap (he wrote my name on it). He taught me how to drill the hole, hook the bait, set the trap and wait.
I took my children fishing for the first time last month – it reminded me of my first time ice fishing.
Thank you Mr. Abely. You are missed.
Andrew Lynch and Family
James D. Doyle,Jr.
August 15, 2008
So very sorry to hear of George's passing. As a former student of his I can fondly recall how fortunate I was to have known him and how his vast knowledge and wonderful personality have followed me for the last 32 years. God bless him and his family during this difficult time. Fair skies and calm waters George ...
Tim Matthews
August 14, 2008
sorry to hear about george
i am going to miss seeing him sitting at the picnic table every time i went buy
he was a good niebor
Carlo Eracleo
August 14, 2008
Dear Mrs. Abely,
Please accept my condolences as I have recently received notice of the passing of your husband, Mr. Abely. As a former student of his in Plumbing & Heating at Nashoba Tech, I spent a lot of time with him over my 4 years; looking back I realize how precious that time was. Mr. Abely demanded the best out of me, always encouraging me to work harder and at the same time, leading by example in showing me how to get things done the right way. Although I did not pursue a plumbing career, I always kept the teachings of Mr. Abely close to heart. I'd bet he'd be pretty proud that almost 20 years after high school I can still install a water heater, and YES, I check the gas supply with a lighter just like he did....because he would say, there is nothing to worry about when you know you've done it right. Many of his sayings or expressions have carried forth into my life. I can hear him now saying 'your no good without all your tools....pencil pencil pencil....' he would say. But it was more than the pencil...I now understand that he meant you need to be fully prepared to do something before you begin or you'll just be wasting your time. Another example, that I now use with my children, is that he would get so upset with me if I had just 1 leak after soldering 100 fittings....to him that was careless and lazy, and he taught us better than that and refused to let his name be tarnished in case we were ever asked who taught us how to be a plumber, Ma'am believe me when I tell you when you say Mr. Abely that's the Gold Medal of Plumbing. And on the other hand, you could be carrying a tub downstairs and drop it, costing the school over $1,000 and that was ok, because that was an accident and those things happen, I only hope my fellow classmates took away as much from Mr. Abely as I did, he really did care...he really did. So after receiving the call yesterday from a fellow Plumbing classmate, I went home and told my wife, this weekend we are taking the kids fishing. Not being a fisherman myself she gave me a puzzled look and asked why all of the sudden....I just smiled and said "I owe it to a dear friend".
May his soul rest in peace, and may you remember all the good times you shared together. I'll miss you Mr. Abely....you made me a better man.
Love and Warm Regards,
Carlo Eracleo
Donna (Knight)Cooper
August 14, 2008
Cynthia and kids,
We couldn't have asked for a better neighbor and family friend then the Abely family. I will truly miss George but will always remember our chats and laughter.
Good Memories always - my prayers are with you all.
Donna (Knight)Cooper
August 14, 2008
Cynthia and kids,
We couldn't have asked for a better neighbor and family friend then the Abley family. I will truly miss George but will always remember our chats and laughter.
Good Memories always - my prayers are with you all.
Barbara Ducharme
August 14, 2008
Cynthia,
I was so sorry to hear that George passed. He will be missed! When I think of him it brings a smile to my face.
Barbara Ducharme
Edward Tucker
August 14, 2008
So sorry to hear of Georges passing. I am a former student of his and can say he left a lasting impression on me. As our paths crossed from time to time he was always a gentleman to talk to. As I read his last wishes I smiled because this is the man I remembered.
Lewel Picken
August 14, 2008
we love you George, Thank You for all the wonderful memories. Love, The Picken Family
Jack Durfee
August 14, 2008
The plumbing up there must be really
messed up for George to be called
up there. You know he'll get things
strighten out. To George's family. God be with you at this differcult time and help you with your sorrow
Wendi Abely
August 14, 2008
The name George Abely brings many thoughts and memories to mind for so many people. Dedicated family man, trusted and loyal friend, great spokesperson for the community of Chelmsford, great teacher for the state of Massachusettes, passionate advocate for outdoor activities. There are many lessons to be learned from all his acts of kindness and dedication. In this time of great sorrow, remember all the things that we have been so blessed with in having the chance to know and spend time with, George Abely. I will miss Papa Abely everyday but those tears will turn to smiles for all the wonderful times that I have been privileged to share a moment with him. As stated, one of the most important things to him, above others, is to get children interested in the outdoors, always keep that in mind. I love you Papa Abely...................Wendiiiiieeee
Paul & Lynne Therrien
August 13, 2008
Dear Cynthia,
We are so sorry for your loss, and offer you are deepest sympathy; you and George have been great neighbors. We will keep you in our prayers.
Sincerely Paul Sr. & Lynne Therrien
and Family
joanne (swenson)peaslee
August 13, 2008
Cynthia, Mom told me about George, my prayers are with your family. Joanne Swenson Peaslee
Eileen Inamorati
August 13, 2008
Dear Cynthia,
Ken and I are so sorry to hear about George. We will remember him in our prayers. You and your family are also in our thoughts and prayers.
Emmy, Justin and Cameron Patronick
August 13, 2008
We are thinking of you during this difficult time, love you all!
Laura Masson
August 13, 2008
Dear Cynthia,
I'm so sorry to learn about George. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I appreciate the sentiment expressed in the news article asking that we honor George by taking a child fishing. How very moving. Fondly, Laura Flannery Masson
Bob Hughes
August 13, 2008
Cynthia - I'm saddened to hear about George. Jeanne and I will remember all the great times we had up at Lake Winnipesaukee.
jim flannery
August 13, 2008
Eddy so sorry to hear of your brother passingI knew him very well he was a very nice men.may he rest in peace. god bless.
Kevin Austin
August 13, 2008
Love and Miss you Grampie.
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