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Paul Marandola Obituary

MARANDOLA, PAUL JOHN JR. 59, of Providence, RI, passed away February 20, 2014 at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, MA. Born April 29th, 1954 in Providence, he was a son of Ann (Spinella) Marandola and the late Paul John Marandola Sr.; and husband of Lauren (DelBonis) Marandola. In addition to his parents and wife, he is survived by his two loving children: Paul Thomas Marandola, and Deanna Marie Marandola; his four siblings: Cheryl A. Pagliarini, Diane S. Costantino, Steven M. Marandola, and Janet E. Smith; his wife's two children Alexander and Kaitlyn McNally; and his 16 nieces and nephews all of whom he loved dearly. Paul worked for the City of Providence for 37 years and was passionate about his work there and the Union. He served on many leadership positions and committees including Housing Program Coordinator for the Department of Planning and Development; the Secretary-Treasurer for the Public Employees', Local Union 1033, LIUNA; local union steward; The City of Providence/Local Union 1033 Safety Committee; Trustee of The RI Public Employees' Health Services Fund and of The RI Public Employees' Legal Services Fund; Delegate to The RI Laborers' District Council; Delegate to The Providence Central Federated Council. He was also a proud Eagle Scout. People would describe Paul as a loving, giving, selfless man with an enormous heart. His passion for family, gardening, and life was admired by everyone who knew him. We will all miss him dearly. Visitation will be held Monday, 4-7 p.m. with funeral services on Tuesday at 9 a.m. from the PONTARELLI-MARINO Home, 971 Branch Avenue, Providence. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. in Blessed Sacrament Church, 179 Academy Avenue, Providence, followed by burial in St. Ann Cemetery, Cranston. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101. For online condolences, visit : pontarellimarinofunerals.com

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Published by The Providence Journal on Feb. 23, 2014.

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Diane Gebhart

February 27, 2014

Diane, we want to express our sincere condolences to you and your family. We are praying for the repose of Paul's soul and our Lord's love and comfort for you and your family.

Diane & Paul Gebhart

February 25, 2014

Janet, I am sad. Farther Forcier remembered you in morning prayer and all your friends are praying for you and mourning with you because we love you. Maeve, Adam, Selena, Eric, Sophia, Karla, Keila and Marcos had many questions and I just told them the truth: that your big brother was not feeling well for a very long time, although was surrounded by his Mother and sisters and little brother because Jesus needed him now; and although you are happy for him, you were very very sad kind of all at the same time. I didn't tell them this but I know for sure with time your relationship with Paul will transend your grief and you will again feel his presence. love Lisa miss you

Audrey & David Hoyos

February 25, 2014

To Lauren, Deanna, Paul, Mrs. Marandola, our dear friends Cheryl & Diane (and their families) and to all those who loved Paul... we send our deepest sympathy and prayers for the peace and comfort that can only come from our Lord, Jesus. Paul lives on through all of you. "When you love someone, you see the face of God." With love from Audrey, David & Christian Hoyos, Paula, Jorge & Sarita Gomez and Etta Crudale

Bartone Ben

February 25, 2014

My condolences go out to the Marandola family. RIP Paul

Richard Bruzzese

February 25, 2014

I was in Scouts with Paul the year he made Eagle Scout back in 1972. It was truly a proud moment for everyone ! He was truly someone that all the young kids in the troop looked up to.
May he RIP

February 25, 2014

Diane and Family I`am so sorry for your loss for those off us that believe... Christ make`s all thing`s new again!!!! Tony Sciarra

Mr. & Mrs. Edward T. Marfeo Jr.

February 25, 2014

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

April Wolf

February 25, 2014

Goodbye Paul. You were always a gentleman

SEAN+CAROLYN FITZGERALD

February 25, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Rhonda Parente (Power Yoga)

February 24, 2014

Steve and family,
So sad to hear of your loss and will keep you in my prayers. Surround yourself with great friends, family and happy memories.

February 24, 2014

Steven, I'm so sorry to hear about your brother. My deepest condolences to you and your family.

Sincerely,

Valerie Poe (Jena's mom)

Wanda McNeil

February 24, 2014

My condolences go out to the Marandola family on the passing of Paul! May God Bless you all!!

Sybil Bailey

February 24, 2014

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Mary-Kathryn Aranda (McKenna)

February 24, 2014

Diane and Family,
My deepest sympathy to all of you. Your family has been part of our lives since we lived on Mt. Pleasant. We're just so sad to hear about your brother. You are all in our prayers.

February 24, 2014

My thoughts are with the Marandola family during this difficult time. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared with Paul comfort you now and in days ahead.

My deepest condolences
Eleanor Robinson

February 24, 2014

Dear Marandola family,
Our most heart felt sympathy, love, thoughts, and prayers for you all in your time of sorrow.

With our deepest condolences,
Anthony Fiano and Family

February 24, 2014

To the Marandola family, Our deepest Condolences to the family.Paul was a great husband, father, friend,. we go back a long long time and we will never forget all the good times we shared together.
We love you, may you rest in peace.
Love Kevin & Frances Holt

February 24, 2014

To the Marandola Family, so sorry for your loss, my deepest sympathy, may He rest in peace, He was a great and kind person, Thoughts and Prayers are with you at this difficult time. Olimpia Tudino "1033 union steward"

Pamela Raimo

February 24, 2014

Steven and the Marandola Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Paul's passing. May the love of family and friends sustain you in these difficult days. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Gina Conti

February 24, 2014

Cheryl, Steve, and family,
Words cannot express the sadness we are feeling to hear of Paul's passing. We send our love, prayers, and heartfelt sympathies to you all. May the wonderful memories we have of Paul, give you peace and comfort.
Love,
Gina and the boys

Monica Autiello

February 24, 2014

My deepest sympathy to Paul's wife, children and family. I have been blessed to have known Paul since our childhood. He truly is the definition of a kind, humble, loyal friend. RIP Paul you will be sadly missed

Linda Cesario

February 24, 2014

To the Marandola family and Lauren so sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy.

Darlene Price

February 24, 2014

Dear Marandola Family, please accept my heartfelt sympathy on the passing of my friend and your gracious family member Paul.

Bob Dee

February 24, 2014

Steve and Family, I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your brother. After reading his obituary, he sounds like he was an awesome guy., and easy to see that Steve learned many lessons from him. Thoughts are with you during this time. God Bless
Bob Dee

February 24, 2014

To Cheryl and Family,
My heartfelt condolences at this difficult time. Keeping you in my prayers.
Mona Merolla

Lori

February 24, 2014

So sad to know Paul's life has been taken... He was a beautiful man that exuberated kindness. I feel fortunate to have experienced him and he will never be forgotten. I imagine he is now in a beautiful place full of amazing flowers, healed, and feeling very at peace. I believe his great big smile is brightening up our sky. Sincere condolences to all family and friends.

Mike Pastore

February 24, 2014

My deepest condolences to the Marandola family. Paul was truly one of the nicest guys I ever knew. Rest in peace, my friend.

Cynthia Bianco Cipolla

February 24, 2014

Steven & The Marandola Family,
We are truly saddened with the loss of Paul. Your family is in our thougts and prayers. With Sympathy, Mrs. Cindy&John Cipolla

Tom White

February 24, 2014

To the Marandola family,
May God give you Grace and Strength during this difficult time. May Paul rest in the comfort of Jesus' arms where he will be healed and know only joy.

Patti Verrecchia-Moreau

February 23, 2014

To the Marandola family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Paul would brighten up a room with his smile. He was a great and kind person. He will be missed.

Anna M Stetson

February 23, 2014

A sad day for anyone who had the pleasure of knowing Paul. He was kind, loving gentleman with a love of family and friends. My deepest sympathies to Paul's family, a life taken much too soon. May he rest in peace!

Joe and Rhonda Mullen

February 23, 2014

To the Marandola Family,
We are so sorry to all of you for the loss of your father and brother Paul. Paul was such a kind gentle soul. He would do anything to help someone in need. I have witnessed this many of times throughout our friendship. Whenever Paul walked into a room he would lighten up the room with his great big smile and great big hug. He left us with a treasure of wonderful memories. It will be difficult to think of this world without him, it's a happy thought that knowing where he is Paul is spreading his love. May God Bless your Family during this time and always. Wishing you all God's peace.

Kristen Hartley

February 23, 2014

Deanna and Pauly,
I am so sorry for your loss. Your father was a great man. Your family is in my prayers at this difficult time.

Linda Conti-Bovis

February 23, 2014

To the Marandola family,

My heart is saddened to hear such a loss of someone so dear like cousin Paul. I share my deepest sympathy to you and your family. May God continue to comfort and give you strength to carry on such a loss. Certainly, heaven is rejoicing for another soul has finally reached his true home. Please let me know if there's anything that I can be of help in this difficult time.

Love cousin Linda, Angelica & Giorgios

February 23, 2014

Dear Marandola Family,
Sadness fills our hearts
Tears flow from our eyes
Our world is shattered
As our dear Paul finds a new home
Way above in the heavens

The journey of life until death Carved out by the hands of the Lord
We need not understand the plan nor ask why
Our deep faith in the Lord will sustain us
He is holding each of us in the palm of His hand
Feel the love and support of our family and friends
The pain and sorrow will pass slowly
Replaced by wonderful memories of our dear Paul
He'll always live on in our hearts

With Love and Prayers,
Nancy DaPonte-Easter

February 23, 2014

Deanna I am so sorry, your dad was a wonderful person. My prays are with you.

Deborah Anania

February 23, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the Marandola family. It is never easy saying goodbye to one who was loved as much as Paul was. May your memories help you through this difficult time. May his spirit live on in your hearts. Love you Paul.

Your cousin,
Deb and Dave Anania

Michael D'Ippolito

February 23, 2014

To the Marandola family,
Paul and I worked together at the JCC in Providence.
At that time my own mother was terminally ill. I could always count on Paul for a good laugh and make me smile.
He was a kind, compassionate man and will be missed by all who knew him.
I will remember Paul and his family in my prayers.

February 23, 2014

Paul you will truly missed. You had heart of gold.

Ann Marie Iannazzi

February 23, 2014

To the entire Marandola Family,
I would like to extend my heartfelt condolences to all of you. Paul touched so many lives and the sentiments are always the same. A caring, warm, generous and genuine man who will be sorely missed. I witnessed Paul's devotion to his work, his family and his friends for close to 40 years. He was a rare breed, but a testament to his upbringing and bond of family, whether it was his relatives, work or union families. It was an honor and privilege having shared his friendship.

Lisa Campanile

February 23, 2014

Diane and Family I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow!

February 23, 2014

Diane and family, so sorry to hear about your loss...my prayers! Carol Owens

February 23, 2014

I HAD THE PLEASURE OF WORKING WITH PAUL AND SMOKING MANY CIGARS WITH HIM, HE WAS A KIND HEARTED GENTLE BIG BEAR I WILL MISS YOU MY FRIEND...TO HIS FAMILY AND CLOS FRIENDS I'M SO SORRY AS GOD ADDED ANOTHER ANGEL

RIP
BOBBY IANIERO

Joe Furgasso

February 23, 2014

To Paul's Family, sorry to hear of Paul's passing. Please accept my sincere condolences ;he was a brother Stewart with me in Local 1033. he was a stand up guy and a considerate guy. Paul REST IN PEACE, God Bless.

Lori zorabedian

February 23, 2014

To the Marandola Family Wishing you and your family strength and peace,and Memories that can never be erased...MAY GOD BLESS THIS HOLE FAMILY.UNITED PARKING LLC, THE ZORABEDIAN FAMILY..

February 23, 2014

To the Marandola Family, it is with sadness we heard about Paul. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Cousin Anthony Spinella and Brenda

Karen Casale

February 23, 2014

Lauren, so sorry for your sadness and heartache
In my prayer the whole Marandola family
Karen Lee Casale
Cedar Crest

February 23, 2014

To the Family of Paul Marandola:
Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Paul. We have known Paul for many years. May your memories and faith sustain you at this difficult time. God Bless and R.I.P. Paul.
Joseph, Janice, and Colleen (Mr.Lemon)

Uncle Bill and Aunt Elaine Drapeau

February 23, 2014

To the Marandola family, our thoughts and prayers are with each of you during this difficult time. Paul was a great man who was well respected by all who knew him.

Treasure the memories you have of him as they will help you find peace and strength in the days ahead.

Angelo Pitassi

February 23, 2014

To The Marandola Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. I had the pleasure of working with Paul for many years, he was a good and carrying co-worker and fellow union steward. May he rest in peace.
Angelo and Sandra Pitassi

Richard Vespia

February 23, 2014

My condolences to Pauls wife,his children and his family . Paul was more then a friend to me he was like a brother I loved him dearly and will miss him . He was a wonderful father to his children , a great friend to all ,R.I.P.

February 23, 2014

I was so sorry to hear of Pauls passing,my prayers are with you.Mr& Mrs. John C. Maccarone Hobe Sound Florda

Michelle Cote

February 23, 2014

Dear Lauren and to the rest of Paul's family our sincere condolences go out to all of you. This is a very sad day for all of you and you will be in our prayers

February 23, 2014

To the Marandola Family,
My condolence goes out to the family; Paul was a great person and fellow brother with Local 1033.


Joseph Petrangelo
Cranston, RI

faith ramm rodriguez

February 23, 2014

diane and the marandola family, i am so sorry to hear of pauls passing. prayers for all that God will comfort you in this time of sadness

Johnny Vallante

February 23, 2014

To Diane , the Marandola and Costantino families we offer our deepest sympathy to you at this sad time in your lives. God will give you the strength to stay strong for each other. Sorry for your loss.
Johnny and Rossana Vallante

Christine Taylor

February 23, 2014

Paul was a kind and generous person, a good friend, and co worker. My condolences to both the Marandola Family and The D'Amico Family. Paul will be missed.

Timothy Carpenter

February 23, 2014

My condolences to the entire Marandola family on the passing of Paul.

Cherel Morrell-Barboza

February 23, 2014

My deepest condolences to the Marandola
Family, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you. My god give you the strength at this difficult time.I know how much you all cherish each other. Your family is truly one to be admired.

The Staff of Pontarelli-Marino Funeral Home

February 23, 2014

Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

Amintha Cinotti

February 22, 2014

Paul was a wonderful colleague and friend. He will be greatly missed by many and particularly those in the Providence housing world. I will always remember his kindness to others and willingness to lend a hand to anyone that needed it.

My condolences to his children and family. - Amintha Cinotti

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