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1957
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2023
Paul Vangsness Obituary
1957 - 2023
Longmeadow, MA
Paul Vangsness, 66, of New Port Richey, FL (and previously of Enfield, CT) passed away on December 24, 2023 from complications due to pancreatic cancer.
He was born on April 6, 1957, the sixth of seven children of the late Norbert and Carmen Vangsness and grew up in Longmeadow, MA. He was educated at Longmeadow Schools and Western New England University.
Paul served his country for four years in the US Navy and was honorably discharged in 1982 at the rank of 2nd Class Petty Officer. He then enjoyed a 30-year career with Hallmark, Inc. holding various managerial positions in maintenance and production, rounding out his tenure as the 3rd Shift Operations Manager. He concluded his full-time working life serving as a consultant to Carando, Inc. of Agawam and Dollar Tree Distribution Center.
Family and friends were everything to Paul and he made friends wherever he went. From the people with whom he went to school, to the people with whom he worked, to the new friends in his Florida neighborhood, Paul was always the upbeat happy guy, keeping everyone laughing and getting along. No one could be with Paul and not smile and his siblings relied on him for his positive attitude. He also went out of his way to lend a helping hand to family and friends of all generations. A clever "Mr. Fix It", his skills resulted in volunteering to complete many projects for others which gave him great satisfaction. He also hosted close friends and his nephews at his homes and always made them feel welcome.
His favorite hobbies were golf and fishing and Florida offered him both all year long. In retirement he moved into a golf community (near 2 brothers), tricked out a new golf cart and played several times a week. Paul was an avid golfer, playing both local and distant courses with close friends and family. He was very proud of his only hole-in-one and his nine eagles over the many years of enjoying the game. He was also an excellent fisherman, especially after finding a charter captain in Florida who introduced him to Gulf of Mexico fishing.
Paul was predeceased by his parents and his sister Marjorie.
He is survived by siblings David and Mark (Diane) of New Port Richey, FL, Peter (Patti) of Medway, MA, Maria Kennedy (Steve) of Longmeadow, MA, and Julie Fradette (Tom) of Centreville, VA. He also leaves his girlfriend Pam Hall of New Port Richey, FL and his former wife Patti McCormack Vangsness of Feeding Hills, MA and 9 nephews, one niece and many cousins and extended family around the country.
A graveside service and celebration of life gathering will be held in the Spring of 2024.
In lieu of flowers or other remembrances, please consider a donation through the Pan Mass Challenge, a fund-raiser for Dana Farber Cancer Research. Click on the link www.pmc.org and when prompted for a rider please enter "Tim Tower" and then follow the instructions.
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Pam S Hall
February 15, 2025
I met you two years ago today....while you were here on earth with me less than one year, you are forever a part of me.
Pam S Hall
December 18, 2024
I can't believe it has been a year already...I will love you always and forever Paul Vangsness!
Neil Martelli
January 15, 2024
Work with Paul in the system maintenance as a fellow worker and our boss. One smart guy
So sorry to hear RIP Paul
Pam Hall
January 11, 2024
Paul Vangsness was the love of my life. Paul was adored by everyone for being sincere, smart, crazy-goofy, fun loving, kind, and just plain wonderful, You are my one and only baby and. I will love you forever and always.
Gena Fitzgerald
January 5, 2024
So very sorry to hear this news about Paul. I appreciated Paul´s positive attitude and smile. He gave me a wonderful recipe for apple pie that I use to this day. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Paul Zimakas, The Villages, FL
January 5, 2024
Peter, Patti and Family,
I was so saddened to hear of your brothers passing.
May his memory live on!
Respectfully,
Bob Craig
January 4, 2024
All good memories of the big, gentle, well-humored guy. He was no doubt a great son. His older brother Mark was very nice to me. I'm happy he made a home in Florida. 66 is very young.
H. S. Classmate,
Bob Craig
Den
January 4, 2024
A heartfelt thank you for your service to our country.
Rest in peace.
Susan Shields
January 3, 2024
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Paul at Carando. He was such a nice man.
John
January 2, 2024
Prayers for strength & comfort for Pauls family.
Great times, great memories of a great guy! Whether working or playing golf with it was our" Luck of the Draw " to share time with Paul!
Rest in peace buddy,
JB
Stacyann Lothian
January 2, 2024
My deepest condolence´s to family and friends.
Best Boss ever, even after I left Hallmark to per-Sue my career he would check in on me. Will be missed.
Toren Hill
January 1, 2024
I´m really saddened by the passing of a real friend. Paul was one of a few I could actually say was a genuine person. Sorry to hear his passing,.
Bill Baxter
January 1, 2024
Such a great guy. It was always a pleasure to chat with him...very sad.
Mike Rodolakis
January 1, 2024
Sorry for your loss. I worked with Paul at hallmark cards .He was a great guy .
Renee Capek
December 31, 2023
Many years ago when I worked at Hallmark Paul was my boss. He was a great person and a great boss. Rest in peace Paul. Prayers for your family.
karen & steve brearley
December 31, 2023
I just saw this my daughter sent it I'm so sad to hear this he was such a nice guy when we would go to get togethers he was always such a fun guy my the family an your friends have the strength to get through the pain of of this sad loss
Pat and Lloyd Duperre
December 31, 2023
Our sincere sympathy to the family on the loss of their brother. Our thoghts are with you all.
Tommy Gomez
December 30, 2023
Tommy Gomez
December 30, 2023
Tommy Gomez
December 30, 2023
Sad to hear this. Grew up on Hazardville rd with his family.
He was taking us kids camping at turner pond in 1970 or 71 and while I was there, I went fishing in pond and while flipping rocks over to find worms, I tried to flip what turned out to be a 55lb Snapping Turtle!! I yelled for help and Paul came, called park service, we ended up tagging it and putting it into Connecticut River , freeing it. IT WAS A STATE RECORD at the time!
I appreciated Paul always for his kindness..He will be missed.
Tommy Gomez
Jim Werner
December 30, 2023
This is a real loss. I feel for all his friends and family.
Tatyana Root
December 30, 2023
So sorry for your loss.
Paul was the greatest manager. Always willing to help and with smile. He will be greatly miss.
Rachel and Dan McCarthy
December 30, 2023
Maria and siblings/family, we are so sorry to hear the sad news of your brother, Paul. Our thoughts and especially our prayers are with you all.
Mike Williams
December 29, 2023
Peter & Patti,
So sad to hear of Paul´s passing and just recently hearing of Margie. Please accept my sincere and heartfelt condolences and May the Vangsness´ angels keep a close watch on you all.
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