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Paul Hennessy Obituary

MERIDEN - Paul D. Hennessy, 66, passed away Monday, May 8, 2017, at MidState Medical Center after a lengthy illness. He was beloved husband of Gail (Maslar) Hennessy.

Paul was born in Canada March 21, 1951. He attended Platt High School before serving four years in the U.S. Navy, and completed a tour in Vietnam. Paul worked for Guardrail Inc. for 25 years. He was also a lifetime member of Meriden Elks Lodge 35, where he was a past exaulted ruler. He enjoyed to fish and golf, but, wasn't that good at either. Some of his happiest times were spent on vacation in Matunuck Beach, R.I., where he always had a Heineken in hand.

Besides his wife of 45 years, he leaves behind his son, Jason Hennessy, of New York; a daughter, Kelly Hennessy and her fiancé, Bryant Hinckley, of Wallingford; a step-granddaughter, Michaela Hinckley; his sister, Shelly Noyes and her husband, Brad, of Wolcott; brothers, Bryan Hennessy, of Maine, Brent Hennessy, of Montana; and many in-laws; cousins; nieces and nephews; and many close friends. Paul was predeceased by his parents, Elvon and Helen Hennessy; father-in-law, Richard (Muzzy) Maslar; brother-in-law, Richard Maslar; and nephew, Kevin Maslar.

A military service will be held at a later date. Arrangements have been entrusted to B.C. Bailey Funeral Home, 273 S. Elm St., Wallingford.

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Published by The Record-Journal on May 11, 2017.

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beverly sperry

May 17, 2017

Gail & Family
I am so sorry for your loss of Paul, we always had good times with you both, sending prayers your way

May 15, 2017

My Condolences,Sam Ferreri

Teresa Onofrio

May 13, 2017

I want to offer my deepest condolences to all of Mr.Hennessy's entire family. So sorry for your loss. May God comfort your heart's through this difficult time.

May 13, 2017

Offering my condolences to your family for the loss of your loved one. May your family find comfort from Isaiah 35:10.

May 12, 2017

Gail,Jason and Kelley,

Never a dull moment with Paul, Great friend and brother. I can hear him at the gates now, "Hold er down Luke! Sheeza fixin to Buck!

God Speed.

Paul Caponigro and Patty Davis.

Mitch Christopoulos

May 11, 2017

My sincere condolences to the Hennessy and Maslar family. Gail, I still often reminisce about the trip to Cali to see Paul in the navy. God bless you all . Love you Pauly.

Helen LaRock

May 11, 2017

Gail,sorry for your loss. I thinking of you and your family.

May 11, 2017

So very sorry for your loss.
Tom & Christine Ross

Ricky Papallo

May 11, 2017

Very Sorry For Your Loss

Elaine & Jim Harkins

May 11, 2017

Gail, there are no words to express how truly sorry we are. We'll always remember Paul fondly... the memories are all good. With deepest sympathy.

Jen Bard and Randy Corsi

May 11, 2017

Our deepest condolences to you Gail and to your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers

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