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Paul Carubia Obituary
Paul Cosmo Carubia, 59, of Ithaca, NY passed away on October 30, 2013 after a short battle with lung cancer. Paul was born November 1, 1953 in New Haven, CT to the late Salvatore and Ermen Gilda Carubia. He grew up along the shoreline of Branford, CT where he developed his love of the water, fishing, swimming and boating on Long Island Sound with his family. He graduated from Branford High School in 1971. Paul attended Worcester Polytechnic Institute where he was a member of Tau Kappa Epsilon (Zeta Mu), and received a degree in civil and environmental engineering in 1976. He continued his studies and research at Cornell University. Paul was an avid motor enthusiast, driving around the track in his BMW with his son. Paul was owner and president of Enviro-Control Technologies, Inc and PB Associates LLC. in Ithaca. His utmost pride and joy in life though, was his 7 year old son Alessandro Cosimo Carubia. In addition to his son, Paul is survived by his wife, Sonraeanna Pagliaro Carubia, of Hector, NY; a step-daughter Victoria Pagliaro-Katz, of San Diego, CA; his brother John, and sister-in-law Valerie of Guilford, CT; his half sister Pauline Cacioppo of Mystic, CT; his brothers-in-law Matthew Pagliaro (Julie), Michael Pagliaro, Mark Pagliaro, all of Ithaca; his aunt and uncle, Sue and Paul Cacioppo of East Haven, CT; his niece and godchild Melissa Carubia; his nephews Jason and Kevin Carubia, Symphonie Pagliaro, Matthew Pagliaro, Nicholas Pagliaro, Mikaela Pagliaro, Giovanni Pagliaro; cousins Sheri and Michael Cacioppo, Robert Carubia and Ginny Borgia; and his close and beloved friends, Melanie Ahouse, Wade Geer, John Grady, Steven Lichak, Susan Vance and the love and respect of many friends and professional in the community. Paul will be missed by all. May he rest in peace. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday November 5, at 10:00 AM at Immaculate Conception Church. Friends may call Monday November 4, from 4-6 PM at Bangs Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lakeview Cemetery, 605 East Shore Drive, Ithaca, NY.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Carubia
November 1, 2014
love you forever, Paul Happy Birthday in heaven
Bob Evangelisti
April 23, 2014
I have fond memories of Paul from our time at Cornell. While we did not keep in touch on a regular basis after we graduated, I still smile when I think of him. I was sorry to learn of his passing. I still recall how much he enjoyed his BMW sports car. He seemed to enjoy life and had a wonderful sense of humor.
Judy Manzo
November 5, 2013
Sonny, Alessandro & Victoria,
You And All Of Your Family Are In Our Hearts ... We Are So Very Sorry For Your Loss.
Much Love,
Judy, Marco & Nick
Manny Soriano
November 5, 2013
My heart and prayers go out to your family. May you eternally rest in piece Paul.
Philip Gourevitch
November 4, 2013
Really sorry to hear Paul's gone. I have very good memories of his big-hearted, quick-witted company in Ithaca & Slaterville Springs long ago.
Amy P
November 4, 2013
Paul - It was a pleasuring knowing you. Your kind soul will never be forgotten. RIP my friend.
November 3, 2013
One of the best ... gone too soon!
Beverly & Dick
November 3, 2013
Our family is so sad for your loss. We will always be here for you Sonny and Alessandro. Our thoughts are with you. We all thought so much of Paul and will miss him terribly. God Bless your family. Jerry and Deborah Perry
Cathryn Donovan
November 3, 2013
So very sorry for your loss my prayers and thoughts are with your family during this difficult time.
With Sympathy,
Cathryn. (Friend of Valerie)
Chris Fontana
November 2, 2013
I met Paul when he lived in Slaterville - he was always fixing my cars. I remember when my car broke down on Midline Rd and I called him, he came out, looked at the engine, picked up some rusty wire from the side of the road and fixed it! One of the good ones.
Brian & Mary Ridley
November 2, 2013
Our condolences to all of his family.
Jim & Shirley Herson
November 2, 2013
We are so very saddened to learn this. Sonny ,Jim and I are so very sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and praying for your family.
Tom Meade
November 2, 2013
Paul was friend I truly admired. I first met Paul when he was living in Slaterville Springs through my brother, Bobby. As my business grew Paul moved into the environmental field as well. Paul was very ethically driven in a tough field which I admired. Though I retired from that business and haven't seen Paul for several years. He was a true friend I admired and loved..
Rich Bitter
November 2, 2013
Too quiet in out neighborhood of two, rest in peace.
Elaina
November 2, 2013
Dear Paul, It was a pleasure to know you. You were always so sweet & kind to me. Meow & Love!
Theresa Miller Bellavigna
November 1, 2013
Ceecee. I'm am so sorry to read about Paul's passing I will be thinking of you and your family at this time of sorrow ...
Terrie, Keli & Thalia
November 1, 2013
So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Randall Corey
November 1, 2013
RIP Paul
November 1, 2013
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Kristin Peters
November 1, 2013
God bless you, Paul. I will miss your silly smirk but not your rainbow vacuum cleaner! Blessings to your family.
Kathy & David Parker
November 1, 2013
So very sorry to hear about Paul-he was a good friend and he will be missed.
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