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Paul R. Gastonguay

Paul R. Gastonguay
  • March 24, 1936 - November 18, 2020
  • Mansfield, Massachusetts
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Nancy, you are in my thoughts and prayers. His years as a coach to us were formulative for me - he gave me confidence and I will always be grateful for his time so long ago. I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to your and sister. He made a huge difference in so many lives, especially mine. May his memory be a loving and healing journey toward healing during this time and always.
Posted by: KAREN GOLDBERG - SANTA MONICA, CA - Student   Nov 24, 2020

Mr. Gastonguay,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served with the U.S. Army during the Cold War. Millions of Americans slept safe at night because you and your fellow Servicemen stood ready to defend our Country. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Posted by: Mike Casey    Nov 24, 2020

In the academic arena Paul was a man of integrity & high principals. As an administrator, he executed his duties with a seriousness of purpose in an effort to do the right thing and to make a situation better. His preparation for Graduation Day always ensured a flawless event. And, at the end of that ceremony his yellow legal pad was always full of new ideas & changes for next year's program.
Joanne & Nancy you have many happy memories of your mom & dad to bring you joy.
Posted by: Brian & Kathy Murphy - Coworker   Nov 23, 2020

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief,Paul was a great neighbor so sorry for you loss,Joanne & Family.


Posted by: Ron & Maureen Kilgallon - Neighbor   Nov 23, 2020

Paul was a neighbor and I knew him mostly in passing. My first encounter with Paul though stuck with me. We just moved in to Heron Crest, I told him I was still working and he said something like' We are not allowed to work here', like it was against the rules! He had a straight face and only laughed after I was completely confused. I thought, this guy has a fun sense of humor which just came out within

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Posted by: Joseph O'Neill - Mansfield, MA - Neighbor   Nov 23, 2020

Joanne,
So sorry to hear about your Dad. May your many happy & funny memories bring you peace and in time far more smiles than tears. You were the kindest and sweetest classmate at Hancock back in the day!!! Wishing your Dad eternal peace.
Posted by: Terese Webby Becker - Classmate   Nov 22, 2020

A true gentle man, as well as a gentleman, we were Tosca Drive neighbors for many years, sharing many joyful parenting adventures. May God allow you all to dwell on the many wonderful memories you have shared. God Bless, Ralph & Sandy.
Posted by: Ralph Ferrigno - Clearwater, FL - Neighbor   Nov 22, 2020

Paul and Connie were clients and most important friends. I am sorry to hear of Paul’s passing but know he is with his beloved Connie.Joanne and Nancy, my prayers are with mom and dad, you and your families.

Steve Murphy
Posted by: Steven L. Murphy - Friend   Nov 22, 2020

My condolences to the Gastonguay family and many thanks for sharing your dad with so many students. I graduated from Stonehill in 1978 but I had the pleasure of taking two courses with your dad. He was a great teacher and a better person. Compassionate, caring and involved with each student in his class. Great sense of humor at the right time and was truly an asset to Stonehill College .
Posted by: Rick Lawton - Student   Nov 22, 2020