Condolences

Condolences to the Family of Paul William Murray

2020

Silent Tear Each night we shed a silent tear, As we speak to you in prayer. To let you know we love you, And just how much we care. Take our million teardrops, Wrap them up in love, Then ask the wind to carry them, To you in heaven above.

Penelope A. Lucas
2020

I met Paul in 1968. We were 4. He lived across the street. There’s no question that comedy played a major role in his life. His father is the funniest guy you will ever meet hands down. Here are some other tidbits about him that maybe you did or didn’t know. As most kids, our goal was goofing around and ballyhoo. The majority of his time was spent with the family and family parties so, what did he do the other twenty percent of his childhood? He hung out with me and I hope you enjoy some of these vignettes. He had an interesting life. Here’s what I recall. From childhood he had an exceptional memory. We were not great with schooling so he got to know everyone and interesting stories about them from the good to the bad to the ugly. So, you could ask him a question about a person or a scenario and he could offer some riveting insight into the story or the situation. Basically, he knew where the bones were buried. On a lighter note, Whiffleball in the back yard was a pastime. We would play games for hours on end and as kids drinking gallons of iced tea which in time changed to beer and too much of it. Even though he wasn’t the most strategic at Pai Gow he enjoyed it whether if it was Vegas or Foxwoods. Since he socialized at Foxwoods they would often comp’d him VIP tix. Once it was Huey Lewis and he embellished it for years. He loved scratch tickets. Prior to the Bicknell prom he won $40 so he could pay for his date’s dinner. He bought the ticket at the Harborlight Mall with the last and only buck he had. I’m not 100% sure who was the gal but I have an idea. And yes, back then kids could buy lottery tix, cigarettes and the world didn’t end. He had the oddest taste in music. Whilst most were listening to hard rock, punk rock or heavy metal he preferred smooth sounds of Gordon Lightfoot, Roger Whittaker or some other contemporary folk trio. He was 20 with 70 year old ears. He was an avid golfer. He played high school for 2 years and was their ringer. He did the softball circuit for years, won many homer run derby’s and enjoyed the comradery. After a 3 error game he decided to hang up the cleats. We used to rent the rinks in Hingham and play hockey. To prepare, he would practice wrist shots off the back fence and the neighbor Bill Hall would scream for hours as we squealed in laughter. We also joined the Boy Scouts and then after a while they tired of our antics and asked us to leave. After summer camp buffoonery it was the golden ticket out. In his final game of Little League baseball, he hit a walk-off homerun advancing his team into the play-offs. The team was invigorated until he noted that tomorrow would begat his vacation at Hampton Beach dooming their championship hopes. Hampton to him was mecca. There’s nothing more he enjoyed than Blinks Fried Dough. He would babble about it all year and eat it daily during the summer 2 week stint. His parents would always invite me which was a kind gesture. Having both of us there must have been undue stress for any adult. Every day was constant nonsense. The first call every Christmas morning started with “What you get?” Death, taxes and the Christmas call were guarantees. Back then he enjoyed the phone and as technology improved he always gravitated towards the gadgets. When he got his first blackberry he never put it down….even at The Sand Trap. He delivered papers on and off for a bit. After collections we would go to burger king and I got to watch him eat. After a few months of not paying the company they pulled the route from him. It was like 10 clients who rarely got the news…..what, what, Elvis died? If you have ever have heard his unique sneeze you will never forget it. At first its baffling and then you start looking around for a distressed Chihuahua. Time rolled on and so did we. We eked out a neighborhood known as Fort Point. It was different than Lovell St so why not see how the other half lives. There were more kids our age and who knows what the outcome would be. For Paul Murphy I think it was depression…. Everyone has their stories of people they go through life with so I just wanted to share what I recall. Maybe to some it’s crass or to others its comedy but it’s the true stories of what we did in our world of Lovell Street in the 70’s. It wasn’t all good or all bad but it was our world and wanted to invite you in it for a few moments. Condolences to family, friends and everyone that knew him. RIP and enjoy the field of dreams wiffleball style. Leave the mound open for me. - Mike Wysocki

Mike Wysocki
2020

It was such a pleasure getting to know and work with Paul. He tackled everything thrown his way with tenacity and perseverance. He made everyone around him laugh no matter how he was feeling. He made an impact on those who met him, even if it was briefly. He will be remembered in our work and hearts forever.

Suzie
2020

Paul and I worked together for several years at Medstar Medical. He was one of the finest employees that I worked with over my career. Not only was he talented at his job, he also brought a terrific sense of humor to the office each day. He could bring smiles and laughter to everyone. He was a terrific person who will be missed. Marie & Joe Sheehan

Joe Sheehan
2020

im so sorry to hear this news due to my own health problems i wont be able to attend. my deepest sympathy to pauls wife sue and his family and friends. i first met paul at emmas pub we both shared the same comedic outlook at life and people we hit it off immediatly as im sure he did with a lot of people i will miss him dearly as will many people at emmas will r.i.p. paul.

paul bruce macmurdo
2020

To the whole Murray family. Paul was one of kind. He could make anyone laugh at any time. We will miss the many memories of our days together, but will do so with a smile because that's the way he would want it. Please know that Sandra and I are there for you. You have a wonderful family and a great group of friends to help you through this. He fought hard. May he rest in peace now. We will miss you Paul!

Matt & Sandra Rinella
2020

Michele and I are heartbroken over the news of Paul's passing. Paul used to make me laugh so hard. His quick wit and easy smile were gifts that he used to full extent. We are praying for all of our extended Murray family and especially for Suzanne, William, Uncle Ed and Paul's awesome clan of brothers and sisters. God's peace be with all of you.

Al Mann
2020

My condolences to Paul’s immediate family and to the rest of the entire Murray family...Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilis.

Paul Moran
2020

I am so sorry to hear about Paul, I send my Condolences to the all the Murray family. Love Bill Norton

WILLIAM A. NORTON
2020

Pattie Hastry and family, May your memories give you comfort during this time of grief. Words can not express my heart felt sympathy. Sending you much love, Jen Toye ❤️

Jennifer Toye