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Paul Stanford Obituary
Sutton - Paul W. Stanford, "Captain Hook", 76, died at home Thursday, October 1, following an illness. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Mary (Calnan) Stanford; a son, William W. Stanford, of Sutton; two grandchildren, Steven M. Stanford, of Northbridge, and Katrina Stanford-Thompson, of Oxford; a great granddaughter, Abigail Ann Stanford; and three sisters. He was predeceased by two brothers and a sister.
Mr. Stanford was born in Worcester, June 25, 1939, a son of Walter and Thelma (Schofield) Stanford, and had lived in Sutton since 1944. He attended Worcester Boys' Trade High School, and he was a U.S. Army Veteran.
He was a welder, and the owner of Captain Hook's Wrought Iron Shop in Sutton. From the age of eleven until he went into the service, he worked at Bill Stockwell's Dairy in Sutton.
Mr. Stanford belonged to the Dudley-Gendron American Legion Post in Sutton, the Sutton Lions Club, and the Worcester City Cribbage League. He loved his garden, and was an award winning archer.
A Memorial honoring "Captain Hook" will be held at the Dudley-Gendron Post at a time and date to be announced.
Memorial donations may be made to the VNA Care Network and Hospice, 120 Thomas Street, Worcester, MA, 01608. To leave a condolence for the family, please visit
www.carrfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Stanford
kathy dwight
October 31, 2015
My heartfelt sympathies to you Mary and Billy-remember all the fond memories-
Seth Dudley
October 17, 2015
I knew Paul since I was very little. He and my Dad were good friends, and we went to visit often. I remember him showing me his yellow '57 Chevy, and how proud he was of it. He was a strong and kind man that me and my family loved very much.
Jean Callahan-Hanley
October 9, 2015
Mary, Billy and family. So sorry to hear about Paul. Wishing you comfort now and warm memories forever.
October 9, 2015
My his wings be as beautiful as
his kindness and his gental soul is ! His memory will always be remembered.he willbe missed !
Jon-Gary Williams
October 9, 2015
Billy and family,he was a great man and so many fond memories at that house during childhood. RIP "Captain Hook". May the happy memories ease the feeling of loss for you all.
Miriam Sanderson
October 8, 2015
Bill, So sorry for your loss.
Steve LeClaire
October 8, 2015
Mary, Bill & Family - my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Paul was one of the kindest, gentlest souls I know, and most talented. We will all miss him greatly but are far better for having known him. -
Albert L'Esperance
October 7, 2015
It was truly a pleasure to have known Paul. He was an honest, hardworking man, a true craftsman, and a dear friend who will be greatly missed. My sincere sympathy goes out to the Stanford family.
Kathy Dwight
October 7, 2015
My heartfelt sympathies to you and your family Mary-he will be missed by many-
Darren & Ginger Senecal
October 7, 2015
To the Stanford Family,
So very sorry for your loss. You now have an angel in heaven to watch over you. My prayers are with you.
Butch Myers
October 7, 2015
Mary, Bill and family, Judy and I offer our sincere condolences. All memories I have of Paul are good, from fishing in Nova Scotia with Ted to the last cook-out at your home. I pray that you are at peace with his passing. Mary in our mind you are a saint for all you gave.
Butch and Judy Myers
Heather Mandeville
October 7, 2015
Mary, Billy and family,
So sorry to hear about Paul. I was so fond of him and remember so well the laughs he and my dad shared. Paul was quite the character and a fond memory I will always remember.
Heather Mandeville (Eaton)
Fran Boutilier Rivers
October 7, 2015
My prayers to the Standford family. Hook was an amazing man who was loved by all that knew him. He will be missed by many. RIP Paul, until we meet again~
Dr.Timothy Hoffman
October 7, 2015
Thank you for serving our country. May your family find comfort in their faith and may you Rest in Peace.
Tracey La Vallee
October 7, 2015
Mary & Family,
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you always.
Darlene Berube
October 7, 2015
Mary and Family, Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Crystal Hinc ( Eaton)
October 7, 2015
Mary, Billy, and family, So sorry for your loss. Paul was a great man, many nice memories at your house when I was a kid.
marsha bates
October 7, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Katrina Stanford-Thompson
October 6, 2015
Love you grandpa
stacy pelletier
October 6, 2015
Mary, Bill & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Paul was a great man and I will cherish all of the memories...... you are all in my thoughts and prayers
Lisa,Dan and girls Cadrin
October 6, 2015
Our prayers to the Stanford family, he was a wonderful man, we miss him and his wonderful spirit for life! We will always remember the fun we had with him. Sorry for your loss.
verneice richard
October 6, 2015
May your light as always be bright , so sorry for your loss Aunt Mary and Billy
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