Samuel Philip Andrews

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Samuel Philip Andrews

March 5, 2002 - May 11, 2016

Samuel P. Andrews, 14, of Hanson died on May 11, 2016.
 Sam was the loving son of Philip J. Andrews of Hanson, Melissa M. Andrews and her partner Jared Royse of Chelmsford. He also leaves behind his loving sister, Abigail Andrews of Hanson, and his younger siblings, Logan Gonyea, Ella and Jay Royse of Chelmsford.  In addition to his parents and siblings, he is survived by his grandmothers, Phyllis M. Andrews of Hanson, Sandra Andrade of  New Bedford and many aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was born March 5, 2002. Sammy was an 8th grader at Hanson Middle School.  He was a rambunctious boy that loved riding ATVs, dirt bikes and an occasional lawn mower.  He took many family trips to Vermont. Most recently he went on an RV trip across the Southwest states. As most kids his age, he liked playing video games, hanging out with his friends and country music. He was known to have an ungoverned sense of humor. He was happy and proud to be a trusted helper to his grandmother and especially being rewarded with a brownie (without nuts) or a very large bowl of ice cream. Sammys presence brought true joy to everyone who loved him, a sensitive soul who asked for so little but gave so very much.

Visiting hours will be held Sunday, May 15, from 2-6 p.m. in the Blanchard Funeral Chapel, Plymouth Street (Rte. 58 at the rotary), Whitman. His funeral service will be held Monday, May 16, at 11 a.m. in the Chapel.

Following the service, Sammy will be laid to rest beside his Grandpa at Fern Hill Cemetery in Hanson.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sams honor to Samaritanshope.org

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Frederic FitzSimmons

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Frederic FitzSimmons

September 6, 1927 - May 2, 2016

FRANKLIN - Frederic J FitzSimmons of Franklin, Vermont passed away peacefully on
May 2, 2016 with his family at his side. 

He was born in Dorchester, MA on September 6, 1927. He was the son of Julia Coveney FitzSimmons and Edward Joseph FitzSimmons. He is predeceased by his sisters Marie McFadden, and Joan Stinson, his brothers Richard Seton FitzSimmons, Paul FitzSimmons, and
his granddaughter Julia Eldora FitzSimmons. 

He is survived by his loving wife, Audrey Vivian FitzSimmons of Franklin VT, his sister Celestine Gookin of Norton, Massachusetts and his nine children. Susan and Dan Burns of Enosburg, VT Carol and Richard Fontina of Mars Hill, Maine, Michael and Jane FitzSimmons of Brockton, MA, Ann and William Tucker of Middleboro, MA, James FitzSimmons and his partner Lisa Wong of West Bridgewater, MA, Joseph and Jennifer FitzSimmons of Swanton, VT, Julia FitzSimmons Chartier of Northampton, MA, Janet and Paul Wells of Enosburg, VT, and Mary FitzSimmons and her friend Rick Bence of Swansea, MA. He was also was the proud Grandpa of 37 grandchildren and 32 great grandchildren as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins that he has faithfully kept in touch with.

He entered the Marines at the age of 16 and served his country in World War Two in the occupation of Japan in Chi Chi Jima. He was in the 1st Battalion, 3rd Regiment of the USMC. He was honorably discharged on August 21, 1946.

Daddy married Audrey Baker on July 7, 1950 and they have enjoyed 65 years together. They spent their early years raising their family in Brockton, MA and retired to Franklin, VT in 1990.

He was a member of Local #276 Plumbers and Pipe Fitters of Brockton, MA where he was a Steamfitter for his working years. He was also a member of Local #51 of Providence RI. 

Daddy’s character can only be described as strong, brutally honest, lover of family and his country, polite at all times but, at the same time able to be forthright and stand up for any injustice.
He loved his country and proudly flew the US flag outside his home on the flag pole he
made himself out of polished steel.

Family always came first to Daddy. He and Mama hosted Sunday dinner for anyone who could come, through all the years of their married life. That’s a lot of roast beef dinners! It was always the safest and happiest gathering place for all of us.

Daddy was an avid reader, lover of the Boston Herald newspaper, politics, the New England Patriots and FOX news. He enjoyed gardening, and planting trees. The trees surrounding his Franklin home were planted as saplings in the early 1990’s and he had the privilege of seeing them mature to lofty heights. He was a staunch Republican and a member of the NRA and the Heritage Foundation. 

He and his wife enjoyed many trips with his fellow war Veterans travelling to Gettysburg, PA., and Washington DC, spending time together and honoring their fallen comrades.
This was very important to him. 

For the last weeks of his life as he adjusted to the reality of his diagnosis and the time he had left, he demonstrated tremendous humility, strength and grace. Letting his nine children and extended family care for him. He was never without a smile for each of us.
He continued to be his witty and playful self, surprising us with his keen sense of all that was going on.
So much so that we were able to laugh and cry with him.
We even enjoyed writing down all the funny things he said which we will fondly refer to as “Fredisms!”

Most importantly, we would like to share that after Daddy received a visit from a priest at UVM Medical Center, he was able to say that he was in a “state of grace with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and that it felt like Christmas”. He was at peace with God, his face visibly displaying serenity and happiness.

Funeral Services will be held Saturday, May 7, 2016 at 11:00 AM the East Franklin Union Church, 4610 Lake Road/Vermont Route 120, East Franklin with Rev. Jason McConnell officiating. Interment with Military Honors will follow in the East Franklin Cemetery.

Visiting hours will be held Friday from 5-8 PM at the Spears Funeral Home, 96 Dickinson Ave., Enosburg Falls. 

For those who wish, contributions in Fred’s memory may be made to the Franklin County Home Health Agency – Hospice Program, 3 Home Health Circle, St. Albans, VT 05478.

God's Garden

God looked around his garden
And found an empty place.
He then looked down upon the earth,
And saw your tired face.

He put His arms around you
And lifted you to rest.
God’s garden must be beautiful,
He always takes the best.

He knew that you were suffering,
He knew that you were in pain.
He knew that you would never
Get well on earth again.

He saw the road was getting rough
And the hills were hard to climb.
So He closed your weary eyelids
And whispered “Peace be thine.”

It broke our hearts to lose you
But you did not go alone…
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.

 Author: unknown

Mary M. Chassey (Trynasty)

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Mary M. Chassey (Trynasty)

of Brockton passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday April 10, 2016 at the age of 67. She was the beloved wife of Craig S. Chassey. Daughter of the late Frank and Jennie (Nickolauk) Trynasty. Sister of Irene Trynasty of Brockton, Kathy Rogers of Plymouth, and Peter Oneglia of NJ.  Aunt of Derek, Peter, Michael, and Kathlyn.  Mary was formerly employed at Avecia Bio-Tech in Milford, the American Red Cross in Dedham, and the Goddard Hospital in Stoughton. She enjoyed working with computers and loved  to vacation by the ocean in Newport, RI. Mary loved all kinds of animals and is survived by her cat Pucci and her dog Pikacua.  

Visiting hours will be held in the Sampson-Hickey-Grenier Funeral Home 309 Main St., Brockton on Thursday 5-8 PM. Services will be held in the Funeral Home on Friday at 10AM. Relatives and friends respectfully invited to attend. Internment Coweeset Cemetery, Brockton

VISITATION

Thursday
April 14, 2016
5:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Sampson-Hickey-Grenier Funeral & Cremation Service 
Brockton, MA

FUNERAL SERVICE

 

Friday
April 15, 2016
11:00 AM
Sampson-Hickey-Grenier Funeral & Cremation Service 
Brockton, MA

Rae Bakka

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Rae Bakka

December 7, 1927 - November 9, 2015

Rae Bakka, a longtime resident, died Monday,

Nov. 9,2015 at Golden Living Center-Oak Hill 

in Middleboro. Rae was born December 7, 1927,

in Boston, daughter of Charles and Helen Franz.

She was raised with 3 sisters, May Allen, Helen Hanson,

Claire Forbes, and a brother, John Allen, all of

whom predeceased her.

Rae married the love of her life, Robert "Bob" Bakka,

in 1951. He preceded her in death July 30, 2000,

leaving her broken hearted. She had several lifelong

friends, her closest, Dotty Glassford passed away

unexpectedly this past February.
 
Rae's door was always open to family, friends and

neighbors, she loved to entertain.

Rae liked crafts, puzzles, and painting, but her favorite

pastime was watching old black and white movies.

She loved the dancing. She became an immediate fan

of Dancing With the Stars. Rae also had a 

tremendous love

for animals. She is survived by several nieces,

nephews, great-nieces,

and great-nephews who are scattered from 

Massachusetts to Florida.  

At her request, there were no services. 

Rae was buried with Bob at the 

Massachusetts National Cemetery in Bourne,

November 10, 2015. 


Published in The Enterprise on Nov. 18, 2015

Mark J. Chassey "Ben"

In Loving Memory of

Mark J. Chassey

"Ben"

August 15, 1960 - October 22, 2015

Mark John Chassey, "Ben",of Brockton,

passed suddenly on Thursday,

October 22, 2015 at the age of 55. Mark was a lifelong resident of

Brockton. He was a retired truck driver for F. W. Webb, Brockton.

 His passions included fishing and automotive repair. He is

survived by his wife, Jennifer Crosby of Brockton; mother Joan

Foster Chassey; father Phillip Chassey II and wife Paulette of

Taunton, and three brothers: Phillip Chassey III and wife Debra of

East Bridgewater, Craig Chassey and wife Mary of Brockton, and

Christopher Chassey and wife Julianne, and a niece Kathlyn

of San Antonio, Texas.

-At the request of the Chassey family, the wake and funeral will be private - 

GUEST BOOK

October 28, 2015

Jennifer and Chassey Family, So Sorry for your Loss. Noreen O'Driscoll (Julieann's Sister)

~ 

Noreen O'Driscoll,

Spring, Texas

October 28, 2015

We are so very sorry to hear about Mark's passing. You will be in our thoughts

~ 

Bernie & Mary Sawyer,

Lakeland, Florida

October 26, 2015

You will be greatly missed my friend . R.I.P. Ben

~ 

Susan Ainslie,

onset, Massachusetts

October 26, 2015

Rest in Peace my friend, Rest in Peace, Kenny Belcher

October 25, 2015

Uncle Ben u was the only father figure I had as a kid . We had so much great memories together.
U had a great impact in my life. You showed me how to do the right thing how to be a man.
My heart is crushed losing you. I will never forget our memories together all the great times we had.
U will never be forgotten. I love you with all my heart Uncle Ben Your nephew Alan

~ 

Alan Paine,

Brockton, Massachusetts

October 25, 2015

For my Uncle Mark

Sadly missed along life's way,
quietly remembered every day...
No longer in our life to share,
but in our hearts, you're always there.

I love and will miss you Uncle Mark.

~ 

Kathlyn

October 25, 2015

YOU WERE MIGHTLY LOVED BY YOUR FAMILY AND WILL REMAIN IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER.
Aunt Janet

October 25, 2015

They say it takes a minute to find something special in a person,
an hour to appreciate them, and a day to love them,
but it takes an entire lifetime to forget them.

You will be missed just be sure to have the Nova ready and we shall ride together again. Love always

~ 

Julieann & Kathlyn

October 25, 2015

TO MY FAMILY
MY HEART GOES OUT TO HIS DAD,JENNIFER,HIS 3 BROTHERS,PAULETTE &
AUNTS,UNCLES & COUSINS!
WE LOVE YOU MARK & WILL MISS YOUR BEAUTIFUL SMILE!!
REST IN PEACE BEN!!

~ 

AUNTY JUNE CHASSEY-ANNINO,

INVERNESS, Florida

October 25, 2015

You are in my heart forever .

~ 

Dad

Footprints

One night a man had a dream.
He dreamed he was walking along
the beach with Lord.
Across the sky flashed scenes from his life.
For each scene, he noticed two sets of
footprints in the sand,
One belonged to him and the other to the Lord.

When the last scene of his life flashed before him,
He looked back at the footprints in the sand.
He noticed that many times along the path of his life,
there was only one set of footprints.  He also noticed
that it happened at the very lowest and saddest times in his life.

This really bothered him, and he questioned the Lord about it.
“Lord, you said that once I decided to follow you,
You’d walk with me all the way.
But I have noticed that during the most troublesome
times of my life, there is only one set of footprints.
I don’t understand why, when I needed
You most, You would leave me.”

The LORD replied, “My precious, precious child,
I love you and I would never leave you.
During your times of trial and suffering,
When you see only one set of footprints,
It was then that I carried you.”

PAUL A. "BUZZY" ANNESE

IN LOVING MEMORY OF

Paul A. Annese

1952 - September 14th, 2015

Annese, Paul, A. "Buzzy" 63, of Bridgewater, formerly of
Brockton and East Boston, passed away peacefully
on September 14th following a lengthy illness. 

Husband of Cheryl (Parziale) Annese.
Proud father of Dr. Anthony Annese and his wife 
Ingelcia of Minnesota;
Ricky Annese and his wife Michelle of Brockton; and 
Kristen Annese of Bridgewater.
Adoring grandfather of Anna, Gavin, Isabella and 
Gabriella Annese.
Loving son of the late Anthony S. Annese and 
late Anna (Arsenian) Annese.
Devoted brother of Lucille Zeph and her 
husband Charles of Maine;
Lorraine Baritz and her husband Robert of Canton.
He is also survived by many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, 
nephews, cousins and dear friends.

Paul lived in East Boston until the age of 10 when his 
family moved to Brockton.
He attended Brockton public schools, where he was an 
accomplished athlete and made many life-long friends. 
At the age of 18, he joined the U.S. Army and served in the
infantry in Vietnam; during his service, he received two bronze stars
for meritorious service in a combat zone.

Paul's thirty-year career was in construction and real estate: 
he was the co-founder of Searles and Annese Builders in 
Brockton and co-founder of Copperwood Real Estate in Brockton.

He will be missed by his family and his many friends.
A private internment was held at the
Massachusetts National Cemetery at 
Bourne on September 16th, 2015.

Published in The Boston Globe from Sept. 22 to Sept. 27, 2015

Susan F. Love

In Loving Memory of

Susan F. (Geddes) Love

February 13, 1942 ~ July 27, 2015 (age 73)

Susan F. (Geddes) Love, age 73 years, of Stoughton, peacefully passed away unexpectedly surrounded by family and beloved friends on Monday July 27, 2015.

Raised in Hingham, the daughter of the late Dorothy (Campbell) Geddes and H. Paul Geddes Sr., sister of H. Paul Geddes Jr. (Natick, MA) and niece of the late Jean Campbell, Mary Elizabeth Campbell and Raymond F. Campbell.  A graduate of Hingham High School, Susan attended The Chandler School for Women in Boston and pursued a career in office administration. Soon after graduation, Susan married Robert Bruce Love (Weymouth, MA) and raised their family of four children in Stoughton: Merideth Scott Love (Hull, MA), Matthew Ryan Love (Weymouth, MA), Robert Sean Love (Nantucket, MA), and Michael Thor Love (New York, NY).

Blessed with an immense heart, a warm, caring, engaging personality, and a beautiful "gift to gab", she made friends wherever she went. She enjoyed the ocean and loved visiting her daughter Merideth and soon to be son in-law Jeffrey Shaheen, and "Grand Dog" Cisco at Nantasket Beach. She also regularly enjoyed visiting her son Sean and girlfriend Shannon and her "Grand Dog" Cash on Nantucket Island. Susan was fortunate to have enjoyed world travel with her daughter and friends.  Constantly surrounded by family and friends, she shared her caring ways, nurturing soul, and loving heart. Susan was a spit fire. Bursting with energy, full of life, she loved to be around people. She was a straight shooter, as honest as it gets. She was full of laughter, and hilarious to those who knew her. She had a way to laugh it off and move on with her day. She exemplified the true meaning of unconditional love. We have lost an amazing person, but have gained an angel.

She was awesome!

A wake will be held in her honor on Friday July 31, 2015 from 4 - 8 P.M. in The Sheehan, Lowe & Powers Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 115 Monk St.,Stoughton. Her funeral service will be held on Saturday August 1, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. in the funeral home. ALL ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND and Cremation will follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Susan's memory are appreciated and welcome to be made to The Stoughton Council On Aging, 110 Rockland St. / P.O. Box 582 , STOUGHTON, MA 02072, http://www.stoughton.org/Senior

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Charitable donations may be made to:

Stoughton Council on Aging
110 Rockland St. / P.O. Box 582, Stoughton MA 02072
Tel: 1-781-344-8882
Web: http://www.stoughton.org/Senior

In Memory of

Mary Antoinette (Procopio) Leach

March 11, 1920 - July 23, 2015

Mary Antoinette Leach was born on March 11, 1920 in Brockton Massachusetts and passed away on July 23, 2015. Mary is survived by her son Dennis Leach and his wife Phyllis of Charleston South Carolina and her two daughters Leslie Traverso and her husband Gene of Santa Rosa California and Suzanne Sullivan of San Diego. Mary also leaves four grandchildren; Tara, David, Lourdes and Marc, as well as 10 great grandchildren; Mike, Lacie, Ashlyn, Braden, Makenna, Jason, Justin, Grant, Avery and Cole to cherish her memory. She will be missed by her family and loving friends.
Mary's funeral service will be at St. Francis of Assisi, 525 W. Vista Way, Vista, CA 92083 (760-945-8000)
Her final resting place is Melrose Cemetery in Brockton Massachusetts (508-580-7833)

This wonderful woman was married to my grandmother's Brother.  My grandmother, Beatrice and Mary were best friends.  You would NEVER see Aunt Mary with anything but a big smile on her face.  

We will never forget your beautiful smile!  XO

Paul M. Diaz

Paul M. Diaz of Weymouth, February 16, 2015 after a long illness at the age of 67.
Paul was predeceased by his brother, Brian F. Diaz, his mother Patti-Lou Diaz, and his father, Frank Diaz . He is survived by his loving family, wife Patricia (Cantara) Diaz of 31 years,  son, Philip O’Sullivan, and daughter, Eleanor “Ellie” O’Sullivan, all of Weymouth.  Brother of Mark Diaz & uncle of Miles Donath-Diaz, both of Medford. Stepson of  Laura Reynolds of Salem, NC. Also three lovely grandchildren: Ashley O’Sullivan, Sara Bardsley and Joseph O’Sullivan, all of Weymouth MA. 

Paul served in the Navy during mid-60’s aboard the USS Stormes (DD-780) during the Vietnam Era. He also served in the Hingham National Guard, 1058th from the 1980’s-1993, serving in the First Gulf War. He retired from the USPS in 2009 out of Brockton.  Had a strong passion for reading. His favorite saying was “Thank & Hug a Veteran Today”.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend the visiting hours on  Saturday from 1-5 PM in the McDonald Keohane Funeral Home NORTH WEYMOUTH at 40 Sea Street (off RT.3A-Bicknell Sq.) with a prayer service at 4:45 PM. In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul’s memory may be made to a favorite charity or in support of your local veterans or buy a new pair of boots through one of Paul’s favorite organizations, Boot Campaign. 

Gus

Gus
12/4/2014 -1/29/2015

Dogs come into our lives to teach us about Love,
They depart to teach us about Loss.

A new dog never replaces an old dog,

It merely expands the heart.

Gus you are already missed so much.
We are devastated by losing you so soon.
We hope you are watching over us and that you
are having fun in Heaven.  You will be furever in our hearts.  We will see you again....

Georgette (Kamel) Attieh

Georgette Attieh

July 17, 1936 - August 19, 2014
Georgette (Kamel) Attieh, 78, of Orlando, FL, passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2014 at the Hospice of the Comforter in Florida.  She was the wife of the late Charble Attieh.
Born July 17, 1936 in Akoura, Lebanon, she was the daughter of the late Elias Kamel and Susan (Ackel) Kamel.
Georgette had worked for Mid East Baking, George’s Café, Garland Mills, Rena Sports and Brockwood Nursing Home.
She loved cooking, gardening, sewing and spending time with her granddaughter. Georgette was loved instantly after meeting her.
She is survived by her children, George Attieh, Richard Attieh and Dolly Attieh Colleran; her granddaughter, Michaela Colleran; her sisters, Angie Kamel and Therese Assacker; she is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Information

Funeral from the Russell & Pica Funeral Home, 165 Belmont St., (Rt123) Brockton on Tuesday, August 26th at 9:00AM thence to St. Theresa Maronite Catholic Church, 343 No. Main St., Brockton where the Service of the Devine Mysteries will be celebrated at 10:00AM. Interment will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Brockton.  Calling hours in the Russell & Pica Funeral Home on Monday from 4:00-8:00PM with an Incense Service at 5:00PM.

Donations Information

 In Lieu of flowers, Donations may be made to St. Theresa’s Maronite Catholic Church, 343 No. Main St., PO Box#2567, Brockton, MA 02305.

Margaret M. Baczek

Margaret Peggy M. (Yanuskiewicz) Baczek, 61, of Bridgewater died peacefully at home after a courageous battle with glioblastoma, Aug. 3, 2014. 

Peggy was the loving daughter of the late John E. and Pauline E. (Robichaud) Yanuskiewicz and spent her life in Bridgewater. In 1971 she graduated from Bridgewater-Raynham where she excelled in gymnastics and tennis. She continued her education at Bridgewater State College and later earned her master's degree from Fitchburg State. She had a 34-year career as a physical education teacher at Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School in Taunton where she helped so many of her students. Peggy loved camping, musicals at Providence Performing Arts Center, volunteering with Special Olympics, amusement parks, traveling to Martha's Vineyard, cruises, picnics, "The Wizard of Oz," "The Three Stooges," and just "being a goober." She wanted to be remembered as a good person. Peggy was the loving wife of 29 years of Leonard J. Baczek of Bridgewater. She was the devoted and beloved mom of Victoria L. (Baczek) Best and her husband Raymond of Duxbury; stepmother of Nathan P. Baczek and his fiancee Danielle Hutchins of Braintree; sister of John and Linda Yanuskiewicz of Plymouth, Paul and Patricia Yanuskiewicz of Stoughton, Francis and Peggy Yanus-kiewicz of Franklin, Mark and Diane Yanus-kiewicz of Calif., and Matthew and Kim Yanuskiewicz of Conn.; aunt of Beth, Kristen, Joseph, Brian, Lauren, and Carolyn. Also survived by many dear friends and former students. Funeral was from the Prophett-Chapman, Cole & Gleason Funeral Home, 98 Bedford St., Bridgewater, Friday, Aug. 8, at 9 a.m., followed by a Mass of Christian burial at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 103 Center St., Bridgewater, with burial at St. Thomas Aquinas Cemetery. Visitation was held Thursday, Aug. 7, from 4-8 p.m. Per Peggys wishes, please help her family celebrate her life by wearing only vibrant colors to both the wake and funeral Mass. Donations may be sent to National Brain Tumor Society, at 55 Chapel St., Suite 200, Newton, MA 02458, with "Margaret Baczek" in the memo line or at www.braintumorcommunity.org/goto/MargaretBaczek. For directions and online guest book, visit www.ccgfuneralhome.com. Prophett Chapman Cole & Gleason 508-697-4332

This is a blog her daughter writes: http://youknowitmeantsomething.com/

Paul Michael FitzSimmons

Paul Michael Fitzsimmons, writer, passed away on Sunday July 11, 2010 at the Bath VA, where he received excellent care in his last year of life.

Paul was born in Boston on Tuesday June 12, 1923. He was the son of Edward and Julia (Coveney) Fitzsimmons and brother of Marie McFadden, Fred (Audrey) Fitzsimmons, Celestine Gookin, Joan Stinson (deceased) and Richard Fitzsimmons (deceased). Paul was a veteran of World War II, serving in the Merchant Marine in the Pacific, Atlantic and Mediterranean as second mate and navigator on the U.S. Rum River. He was licensed to sail any ship, any tonnage, on any ocean. One of his most stirring memories was meeting up with his brother Freddie in the midst of the war on the island of Guam, where Freddie was serving with the United States Marine Corps. Their mother, Julia, wept with joy to receive word that her sons had such a reunion in the midst of such times. Paul was a passionate defender of the Constitution and a devoted patriot of the principles of democracy. Until his dying day, he maintained an impassioned plea to the nation to peacefully rebel against the corporate takeover of our liberties. His Peoples Manifesto was last published in the Watkins Review in 2008.

Paul is the father of Robert (Mindy) Fitzsimmons, John Fitzsimmons (deceased), Paula Fitzsimmons (Philip Davis), Marie Fitzsimmons (Kirk Peters), and Daniel Fitzsimmons (Dorothy Elizabeth). He is the grandfather of Dr. Coveney Fitzsimmons (Gabriel Gomez), Liam Fitzsimmons, Jores Peters, Jared Peters, Sophie Fitzsimmons Peters, Hilary Davis, Colin Davis, Connor Fitzsimmons, Rowan Elizabeth, and William Fitzsimmons. He is the great grandfather of Zade Ixchel.

Paul began his writing career in New York City, where his early literary successes included Family of Five (1956), End of the Road (1957), By the Light of the Moon (1957) Green Goods and Gold (1959), A Ring is a Precious Thing (1957), The Oracle Machine and Mr. Kessler (1957) and The Way of a Dog (1957). Paul was commissioned by Beacon Press to write the Howard Hughes story and to bring his family to Hollywood to write screenplays. Instead, the family moved to Burdett to an old farmhouse with 100 acres and began their lives in upstate New York.

During that time, Paul authored Confessions of a Year Round Hunter for True Magazine, scripts for plays, eloquent poetry, and impassioned political articles. He acted in local theatre with the Burdett Players, worked to bring about the Citizens Party, demonstrated against the closing of Sampson State Hospital, and wrote prolifically. After the Flood of '72, Paul wrote a sweeping ode of the Chemung River Flood. His Christmas Dream, written for his daughter Paula, was loved by Katharine Hepburn, who was touched by the magic of Pauls writing. Paul resided for many years in Front Royal, Virginia, where he wrote guest editorials for The Washington Post and The Riverton Press. In 1982, at age 59, Paul fulfilled a lifetime dream of hiking the entire Appalachian Trail, 2,175 miles from Springer, Georgia to Mt. Katahdin, Maine. His story was published in the Appalachian Hiker. In 2000, Paul made a trip to Scotland to see his beloved friend and fellow AT hiker, war correspondent Jack Willis. The two writers had a special bond borne from their restless natures and adventurous souls.

Paul recently celebrated his 87th birthday at the music recital of his grandson Colin, enjoyed a beer at the Stone Cat Caf, and ate homemade cake prepared by his son-in-law Kirk. More than anything, Paul was most proud of his children and expressed enormous gratitude to their mother. Paul died having held each of his four children on the last day of his life. As Paul lived by the pen, your remembrances may be sent to C/O Fitzsimmons Family, 5550 Peach Orchard Point, Hector, New York 14841. Perhaps you would like to buy a lottery ticket, make a contribution to the Watkins Glen Library to offset his many late charges, or hike a portion of the Appalachian Trail in his memory. Or simply start a peaceful revolution. As Paul would say: "Good Deal." The family will receive friends at the Stone Cat Caf on Saturday, July 17th from 2-4 p.m.