Cornelius "Paul" McNamara Jr.

He was born in Bronx, New York on December 25, 1928 to Cornelius Paul McNamara Sr. and Helen Owen. He is predeceased by brother, Philip Owen McNamara. He graduated from Norwich Free Academy class of 1947 and served in the United States Army.

He belonged to Friendly Sons of St. Patrick as past president, Knights of Columbus 4th degree, Rose City Chorus, Barbershop Harmony Society of Norwich as past president and Colchester AARP #4019. He volunteered over the years at both Backus Hospital and Gardner Lake Fire Department. He enjoyed watching the New York Yankees, UConn basketball and Connecticut Sun Women’s basketball team. He was part of the only championship football team at NFA in 1945.

Paul had a passion for the water and enjoyed many memories at Gardner Lake and Beach Pond with friends and family over the years.

Paul McNamara is survived by wife of 33 years; Elizabeth Ann Parkhurst, three daughters; Kim Seaberg (Lewis) of Oakdale, Eileen McNamara of New Britain and Dawn McNamara of Oakdale. Six step-children; Doreen Rabideau of Colchester, Lynn (Rabideau) Semmelrock (Edward) of North Franklin, Allison (Rabideau)Terpe (Fred) of Preston, Kenneth Rabideau of Charlestown, New Hampshire, Thomas Rabideau of Danielson and Carolyn (Rabideau) Gorman (David) of Milton, Georgia. He is also survived by four grandchildren; Gina Hutchings (Corey), Brooke Forbes , Shannon Sadlon and Carly Forbes. Also survived by ten step-grandchildren; Cindy, Beth, Jennifer, Tyler, Andrew, Brandon, Ryan, Jason, Samantha and Timothy. He was survived by eight great-grandchildren. He was an Uncle to Kevin McNamara, Kate Russo and Brian McNamara. Mother of his children, Joan Sherwood remained a close friend throughout his life.

Calling hours will be held on Wednesday June 3rd at Labenski Funeral Home (107 Boswell Avenue Norwich, Connecticut) from 5pm-8pm, followed by a memorial service beginning at 8pm.

Donations may be made in his memory to

Alzheimer’s Association at http://www.alz.org/join_the_cause_donate.asp

Paul’s family would like to extend their sincere appreciation to Middlesex Hospital of Middletown and their Hospice Care Unit for their exceptional support and compassion during Paul’s last days. Please visit www.labenskifuneralhome.com to leave an online tribute or condolence.