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Paul M. McDonagh, a longtime resident of Malden, passed away on Sunday, January 19th, at the age of 82. Paul was born in Boston in 1942, the son of Michael and Mary McDonagh. He was raised and educated in Boston, graduating from Mission Hill High School with the Class of 1960. Shortly after high school, Paul enlisted in the US Air Force, and served during the Vietnam War. Upon his discharge he returned to the Boston area. He began working at General Electric. Upon his retirement in 2002, he was the Shipping and Receiving Manager for the company.
In 1986, Paul married his sweetheart, Barbara Goldsmith. The two settled down together and shared nearly 40 years of marriage. Paul enjoyed sailing and golf, and in years past was an avid tennis player. He also enjoyed vacationing in Punta Gorda, Florida. Paul was also a fan of all the Boston sports teams.
Paul was a Past Commander of the American Legion in South Boston, the Past President of the GE Management Association, and a member of the Moose Lodge of Malden.
A memorial service for Paul will be held at the Weir- MacCuish Golden Rule Funeral Home, 144 Salem St, Malden on Friday, January 24th, at 1PM with visitation beginning at 11AM. Committal in Forest Dale Cemetery, Malden.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, Inc.PO Box 7410354, Chicago, IL 60674-0354
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Muscular Dystrophy Association, Inc.
PO Box 7410354, Chicago IL 60674-0354