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Paul Lanoie Obituary
Lanoie, Sr.
Resident of San Jose
Apr 4, 1929 - Oct 29, 2011
Paul was born and raised in New Hampshire. He moved to California in the mid 1950's to help his father and brother run Lanoie Plumbing; a successful family business in Campbell, Ca. He was an owner/plumber for about 30 years until retiring due to health issues. Paul enjoyed cruising and playing the trumpet. Some of his favorite memories included playing in "Big Bands" He was a very honorable, loving and respectable man of passion that loved despite any circumstance and will be greatly missed by many.
Paul is survived by his wife
Cherrie Lanoie and six children: Sandy Zappelli, Paul Jr. and Phil Lanoie, Anthony Catalina, Melissa and Jason Lanoie.
Private services already held. Donations to Hospice are appreciated.
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Jason
November 7, 2012
Words cannot express how much I miss you Dad. I haven't been the best at dealing with it, but then again, who has? I am thankful that you are free of pain, and also thankful that you don't have to see what a mess this world is coming to. It appears your influence reached farther than previously thought. I am just thankful that you taught me to stand up for what truly matters and not to run and be a coward. I love you so much, and cannot wait until the day we are united once again.
November 6, 2012
A year has passed since we were together. The family is healing and gathered together in your honor. We have had sunshine to warm our days and memories and to comfort us. WE miss you and keep you close in our hearts.
Tony
June 17, 2012
Happy Father's Day dad. I am sad you are not here to spend the day with you. Nobody to give a card and gift to....share some chili dogs with. I really want to believe you are in a better place now but it just sucks so bad not having you here. I don't know if that is just me being selfish but it is how I feel. I love you so much and though I told you before...I want to thank you again for all you have done and provided for not only me but mom, Melissa, Jason and Joey as well. You are still and will remain very much loved and missed and always in my heart.
Tony
April 4, 2012
Hi dad. Today is your birthday and I miss you here to have a birthday dinner or your favorite chili dogs. I hope you are at peace and feeling good and not in pain anymore. I miss you and love you. Happy Birthday!
Bea
November 12, 2011
Dear Paul,
You will be missed but the wonderful memories of all the good times we have shared will linger on. Rest in Peace.
Jason
November 11, 2011
I miss you Dad, so much every day. You have always been the perfect role model, and the example of what it means to be a man. I can never thank you enough for all you have taught and given. You are my biggest hero. I am so proud of you, and I have you to thank for all of my accomplishments. I LOVE YOU!!!
Cherrie
November 11, 2011
You will live forever, in my heart. Thank you for being such a loving husband and father. I'll be seeing you...
Tony
November 11, 2011
I love you dad! You were all I can ask for and am greatly appreciative for all you have done for and taught me. You will be missed and always remembered.
Dianna Shimkowski
November 11, 2011
"Loving despite any circumstances" is quite a legacy. We are blessed to have had Paul in our family, and for that legacy. May we be inspired by it and strive to model it in our lives, as a living tribute.
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