Paul F. Paradis

AUBURN- Paul F. Paradis, 59, of Monmouth, died early Monday morning July 13, 2009 at the Hospice House of Androscoggin following a long courageous battle with cancer with his family by his side. He was born in Brunswick, Maine on May 14, 1950 the son of Gerard F. and Geneva (Ricker) Paradis and had been a resident of this community all of his life. He was a graduate of Lewiston High School class of 1970. He then graduated from Northern Maine Technical College in 1974. He was employed as a mason all of his life. Paul was an avid outdoorsman, enjoyed all sports, especially fishing and hunting, and riding his motorcycle. He was a very sociable person enjoying times spent with his family and friends. He is survived by two brothers Robert Paradis of Lisbon and Anthony Paradis and his wife Kathy of Searsmont; four sisters Faye Prue and her husband Danny of Auburn, Louise Lagassey of Lago, FL., Lisa Therrien of Winthrop and Janet Grandmaison of Sabattus; several nieces, nephews and many friends; and his lab "Bud". He was predeceased by his parents; two brothers Alcide and Edmond Paradis; and two sisters Debbie-Lee Mansir and Alicia Paradis. The family would like to thank the Androscoggin Hospice House, Dr. Erickson, Dr. Mandell and their staff for the wonderful care they have given to Paul throughout his illness. NOTICE Paradis- Died in Auburn Monday July 13, 2009. Mr. Paul F. age 59 a resident of Monmouth. A Memorial service honoring Paul's life will be celebrated on Sunday 2PM at the Pinette & Lynch Funeral Home with Monsignor Marc Caron officiating. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Paul's memory to the Hospice House of Androscoggin 15 Strawberry Ave. P.O. Box 819 Lewiston, ME 04243-0819 or to the American Cancer Society New England Division, Inc. One Main St., Suite 300 Topsham, Maine 04086. Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed at www.lynchbrothers.com . A Memorial gathering will be held on Sunday from 10AM till the time of the service at the Pinette & Lynch Funeral Home 305 Alfred Plourde Parkway, 784-4023.