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1941
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2012
Paul Daoust Obituary
Charlton - Paul E. Daoust, 71, of Richardson Corner Road, died peacefully on Friday, November 2, 2012, in his home. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Beverly (Stone) Cooper Daoust of Charlton; three children, Christopher Daoust and his wife Maureen of Auburn, and their children, Matthew and Patrick, Michael Daoust and his wife Tove of Bonaire, GA, and their children, Turi and Danielle, and Aimee Goddard and her husband Bill of Leicester, and their son, Timothy; two step children, Thomas Cooper and his wife Cynthia of Hollis, NH, and their children, Benjamin and William, and Tammy Jo Cooper of Oxford; a brother, Rene Daoust and his wife Gail of Leicester; a sister, Denise Griney and her husband Steve of Gaithersburg, MD; and many nephews and nieces. He was predeceased by his brother, Richard. He was born in Ware, the son of the late Rene and Rena (DeLongchamp) Daoust, and lived in Spencer before moving to Charlton 37 years ago. He graduated from David Prouty High School in Spencer in 1959, and New England School of Accounting in 1961.
Mr. Daoust owned and operated Paul E. Daoust and Company in Charlton until 2010. He was a certified public accountant for 53 years. He was a member of the Federated Church of Charlton and served on many committees at the church over the years. Paul was a member of the Charlton Finance Committee for 20 years and previously taught taxation at Nichols College in Dudley. He was a board member of the Charlton Helping People In Need (CHIP IN) food bank in Charlton for many years. Paul and his wife ran in the ½ marathon at Walt Disney World in Florida several years ago, where they raised $25,000 for the American Stroke Association. He enjoyed classic car shows, was an avid golfer, and especially enjoyed spending time with his family.
A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. on Friday, November 9, 2012, at the Federated Church of Charlton, 64 Main St., Charlton. Burial will follow at West Ridge Cemetery in Charlton. Calling hours are Thursday, November 8, 2012, from 4-8 p.m. at Paradis Funeral Home, 357 Main St., Oxford. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to CHIP IN, 37 Main St., Charlton, MA 01507.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Daoust
Deborah L Greenslit
October 28, 2024
Forever missed! Couldn't ask for a better accountant and his smile and laughs were infectious! There has been no replacement!
Steve Murray
November 26, 2012
Please accept my sincere condolences as I am deeply saddened by the news of Paul's passing. He was a great man and my thoughts go out to Bev and family at this difficult time.
Pat
November 14, 2012
May you find comfort and treasure the memories of your loved one. I send my sincere condolences. (Romans15:4)
November 12, 2012
Aimee, Bill and Timmy,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our heartfelt sympathy is with you all. May your memories sustain you through these difficult times.
Sandy and Skip
Pauline Berard
November 10, 2012
Bev:
We were so sorry to hear of Paul's passing, may it be a comfort to you to know of our heartfelt sympathy.
Roger & Pauline Berard
Deborah Greenslit
November 9, 2012
I was terribly sadden to hear of Paul's passing. He was not only my accountant for many years, he was also a compassionate friend during many changes in my life. He had a Santa Claus smile and an infectious laugh that made you look forward to his visits. Bev, my heart and thoughts go out to you during this most difficult time. Warmly, Deb Greenslit
Debbie Noel
November 8, 2012
To Bev and the Family,
Our thoughts and prayers at your time of sorrow. Paul was a wonderful man and always made me smile...you guys were the cutest couple ever. He will be missed. Love to you all , Deb Noel
Bob & Ellie Alfeiri
November 7, 2012
Rene & Gail
So sorry to hear of the loss of your brother Paul. Our prays are with you and his family .
Karen
November 6, 2012
MY PRAYERS. TO THE FAMILY. A BIG HUG TO BEV. ALWAYS. SPECIAL COUPLE. TO ME. RIP PAUL.
November 5, 2012
Paul was my friend and accountant for over 30 years. He was as a good man with good counsel and was with me from the first day of my business start up in 1985. I will miss him. Especially the jokes and faith we shared.
Ron Braaten
Lori (Martin) Gregoire
November 5, 2012
To the Daoust family: I am so saddened to hear of Paul's death. I've known him since I was a young girl, babysitting Chris, Michael, and Aimee and also working part time for him for a short time. Such a nice man that will never be forgotten. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Pat and Topper Wood
November 5, 2012
So sorry for your loss - the world has lost a great man.
Pam McNeaney
November 5, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Joseph Pitassi Jr.
November 5, 2012
I cannot express how sadden this sudden death has effected me. Paul was not only my accountant but a true friend, we emailed one another daily. He will be missed deeply.
My prayers go out to Beverly and the rest of his beloved family.
James and Elizabeth Donald
November 5, 2012
Dear Bev and Family,
May it ease your sorrow to know that others care and send heartfelt sympathy.
Eileen Piotroski
November 5, 2012
Bev & family...My deepest sympathy on the loss of such a wonderful and charasmatic gentleman.
November 5, 2012
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Kim Westall
November 5, 2012
Bev & Family - Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers, wishing you peace.....
Arlie Corday
November 5, 2012
I am so sorry to hear this sad news. I send my heartfelt sympathy to my friends Bev and Tammy and the entire family on the loss of such a kind and friendly man.
Lisa & Frank Monti
November 5, 2012
Dear Aimee and family, I am so very sorry for your loss, may your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Wendy Griffin
November 5, 2012
Aimee,
So sorry to hear about your Dad. My deepest sympathies to you & your entire family.
November 5, 2012
Aimee,Bill and Timmy,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of grief. Remember all the good times that you had and keep the "Happy" memories in the foremost of your mind.
May he rest in peace,
with our love and prayers,
Tricia and Bill Byrne
November 5, 2012
Aimee, Bill and Tim. I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that the next few days with family and friends will help you get through this very sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Heidi LaFleche
November 5, 2012
Dear Bev and the Daoust Family,
Thank you for sharing Paul with us. He'd been my family's accountant for decades and business accountant for my husband and me. Paul actually made doing taxes fun. We enjoyed his jokes and stories, his collection of little cars, his sincere interest in what we'd been up to that year. He always took time to update us on you, his beloved family, and show off his family photos. He enjoyed showing us whatever techno gadget he'd acquired, never afraid to try something new while bringing a lifetime of expertise and excellence to his work. While we weren't Paul's biggest clients, he always made us feel important and valued. No question was too basic. He shared his time and insights freely. Earlier this year, I'd emailed Paul with a tax question. He answered from his smartphone on the beach, joking that “Someone's gotta do it.” Every time we'd leave his office, I'd remark, “There's a class act. A man on top of his game. A real pro.” We knew with Paul we'd be OK. Paul embodied what it means to be of service to your community. He inspires us to do so in our businesses and our lives. We are so very sorry for your loss and ours. Sincerely, Heidi LaFleche and Greg Passler
November 5, 2012
My sincere condolences on your loss. Paul was such a warm & charismatic businessman, and a great supporter to the community. May God bless you & comfort you at this difficult time.
~ Denise Cataldo
Lori Richardson
November 5, 2012
Dear Bev and family,
I had the privledge of serving on the Charlton Finance Committee with Paul. He was a top notch, class act person. Charlton is a better community because of him. With deep sadness and sympathy over his passing.
November 4, 2012
Dear Bev, Chris and Tom,
Paul was a wondeful accountant and unlike most, I always enjoyed tax time because I knew that I would get to spend an hour or two with Paul. We would always spend most of the time talking about life and families rather than business. Oh, and the jokes, I alaays had to have a joke prepared because I knew Paul would have one too. I would tell mine and we'd laugh, and then Paul would tell his, they were always funnier, and we'd laugh like little kids, sometimes until we had tears in our eyes. His smile and laugh were infectious. Most of all we loved to talk cars. His 64 impala was impeccable and he would beam when he spoke about it. I just took the 69 Camaro out of a ten year slumber yesterday. You know the car very well and why it was in storage. My very first thought as I was loading it on the trailer to bring it home was that as soon as I had it running again I was going to bring it down to show you. I'm so sad to hear of Paul's passing. I will alaways remember him as the true gentleman and delightful and intelligent person that he was.
Very sadly,
Ernie Volke
November 4, 2012
Dear Bev,
My father called to tell us about Paul's death. I have a sad heart hearing this. Thinking of you at this time.
Kristin and Shawn Parkhurst
Donna Gleason
November 4, 2012
Dear Rene, I am so sorry to hear about your brother's passing. I pray you and your family will find comfort and strength in Christ. God bless you all. Donna Gleason
David Shannon
November 4, 2012
Beverly and Family - got a big kick out of Paul! He loved his cars and although we did not spend a ton of time with him, we really liked him - really good man - what a nice guy! He was always very fond of Big Fran Quinn and sent a wonderful message to us when Fran passed. We are deeply saddened by your loss and pray that God embraces all of you during your time of grief. With Love
November 4, 2012
Dear Bev.and Family,So sorry to hear about Paul.He was a very best of a friend to our family.He will be missed by all.My prayers are with you and your family.Judy Nedzweckas
Tina Augeri
November 4, 2012
My dear Bev- It seems that there are no special or healing words to offer during such a time as this - the very most sad and difficult time you are going through. I've known you and Paul for most of my life, and I am so deeply saddened to know of your loss. I was so very touched to see that you have directed donations to CHIP-IN, considering the ties my dad and my family had to it. You are so very much in my thoughts - I wish that I were able to wipe away your tears, Bev. All my best to you and your family as you travel through this most difficult chapter in your lives. With much love, Tina (Worster) Augeri
Lynn (Martin) Bartholomew
November 4, 2012
So very sorry to hear about the passing of Paul. I have so many fond memories of Paul & his family when we were neighbors, living on Main St in Spencer, many years agao. Thoughts & prayers for all his family at this sad time. RIP Paul.
Judy Dyer Wrobel
November 4, 2012
It is with sadness that I/we honor Paul's life. In high school he was a gentleman and it would seem that he continued to be a gentleman. Surely his fine family speaks for him. On behalf of myself and the Class of 1959 at DPHS we offer our condolences.
Stepehn Girouard
November 4, 2012
Dear Bev and Family, I am very sorry and saddened to hear of Pauls passing.My thoughts and prayers are with you.May He Rest In Peace
November 4, 2012
Dear Bev,
So enjoy seeing You and Paul at the reunion a few years ago. I knew him since kindergarten and are fathers were friends. He will be greatly missed.
Madeleine Snay Norman
Doris and Gene Joki
November 4, 2012
Dear Bev
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your beloved Paul. So many pleasant memories of our trip to Venice and the Greek Isles.
Our thoughts are with you and your family at this very difficult time.
Doris and Gene Joki
Westford Ma.
Shirley A. Sprague
November 4, 2012
Grief is so difficult but our memories help sustain us. Thinking of Bev and family with love and prayers.
Kris Parkin-St.Peter
November 4, 2012
Aimee, Mike and Chris: I cannot find the words to express to you all of the memories coming to me. Your dad was a great guy. So sorry for your loss.
Dr. Timothy Hoffman
November 3, 2012
My most beloved friend Paul I will miss you dearly for all the fun times we had together and with our wives in our mutual travels. May you Rest in Peace until we meet again. Love to Bev and all the family. Jill & Tim Hoffman
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