Guest Book for Paul Schena

Provided by SALVATORE Rocco & Sons Funeral Homes Inc.

Posted by: Dan Considine
Tue December 30, 2008 I had the privledge of knowing Paul for almost twenty years; he was a good man and a great friend. I'm a better person for having known him.
I'll keep him in my prayers,
Dan Considine

Posted by: Donna Galloway Burke
Tue December 30, 2008 Paul was such a wonderful person. I have many memories, riding on his motor cycle, horse back riding, his laugh, his smile! He'll be missed dearly....

Posted by: The Caponegro Family
Tue December 30, 2008 To our Uncle Paul, who has joined so many others at the big family table in the sky. We will never forget your courage and will continue the fight against cancer in your honor. Love always.

Posted by: Bill Considine
Wed December 31, 2008 I was very fortunate to spend Sunday afternoon with Paul watching the Patriots win. After the game - I hugged Paul and headed home. I had just waked in the door when the call came that Paul had passed away. Whoever said that grown men don't cry... obviously never met me. Paul was the kindest man I've ever known - his cancer was his only enemy. Paul touched many people with his gentle way, his generosity and his humor. We will miss him dearly and our golf outings won't be the same without him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends.

Bill Considine
Townsend Ma.

Posted by: Malcolm Low
Wed December 31, 2008 As one of the three founders of HITEC Corporation in 1966, and its past President and Chairman, I had the pleasure and the agony, but that wasn't his doing of working with Paul on countless time-sensitive and "Its never been done before" type projects.

I was always amazed at the ability Paul had to stand back, analyze, and come up with a machining solution that always worked sometimes with a "tweak" or two. Paul was a master at odd-ball setups for exotic aerospace part machining. His abilities and dedication expanded and saved our small business' reputation more than once.

He did me many personal favors, taught me to be a better machinist, and was always ready to do more.

Although I left HITEC many years ago, his passing touches me deeply and personally; in the past year we shared our thoughts on the treatments we were each getting for what turned out to be the same type of cancer. We discussed the Lahey Clinic in detail. I was unable to speak to him in the last month and shall always regret that.

He was a good employee, a good friend, and I shall miss him.

Posted by: Peter Healy
Wed December 31, 2008 Our sincere condolence goes out to the entire Family.

The Healy's

Posted by: Mrs. Watkins
Wed December 31, 2008 Dear Family of Paul Schena,

I want to express my sincere sympathy for the loss of your loved one. You can be assured that hope and encouragement needed is found in the Bible. In the Bible book of Revelations 21, 4 we read of a time when every tear will be wiped from our eyes. Please take care of yourselves.

Sincerely

Mrs. Sandi Watkins

Posted by: Kathy Albertian
Thu January 01, 2009 To the Schena Family and John,
When I read this poem, it reminded me so much of Paul. He will be truly missed. Love, Kathy

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Posted by: Ashley Considine
Thu January 01, 2009 I remember how every year, a few days after christmas, Paul would come to our house and we'd exchange gifts. This year he couldnt though, because he was so sick. But we all pray for him, and are glad he's in a better place.

Posted by: Donald Auger
Fri January 02, 2009 Here's to a great guy with whom I had the pleasure of sharing and experiencing great childhood memories. Love, Don.

Posted by: mary mclaughlin
Fri January 02, 2009 I considered Paul one of my dearest friends. We worked together for 20 years at hitec and he was one of the funniest guys I ever met. Paul showed us all what bravery is and I am in awe of his positive attitude in the face of such a grave illness. I will miss Paul for the rest of my life.

Posted by: jack mac lean
Sat January 03, 2009 Paul and I worked side by side for more than 25 years,we were more than co-workers,we were close friends and chated daily about problems in and out of the workplace.
Two years ago when Paul got sick we talked almost daily about his treatments and on a few occasions I accompanied him,not so long ago when he was not up to it, he came to work to bail out and train the new machinest on a special project.

He was a fun guy and a very special friend to me.

Rest well Paul, Jack

Posted by: Doug Unkel
Sat January 03, 2009 Paul was a very special person both at work where I knew him for over 25 years and out where he always delighted all with his arrival at the annual company picnic with the largest inflatable pool toy he could find or carry. His proficency in the machine shop in somehow getting almost any job completed was quite remarkable especially with some much of his work planned on the proverbial napkin.
I had the privelege of visiting Paul not long before his passing and was pleased but not surprised by his positive attitude as it reflected how he had dealt with the entire situation.
He is already and will continue to be missed but also remembered as a positive influence on all whose lives he blessed.

Posted by: Dan Considine Tue December 30, 2008	I had the privledge of knowing Paul for almost twenty years; he was a good man and a great friend. I'm a better person for having known him. I'll keep him in my prayers, Dan Considine



Posted by: Donna Galloway Burke Tue December 30, 2008	Paul was such a wonderful person. I have many memories, riding on his motor cycle, horse back riding, his laugh, his smile! He'll be missed dearly....



Posted by: The Caponegro Family Tue December 30, 2008	To our Uncle Paul, who has joined so many others at the big family table in the sky. We will never forget your courage and will continue the fight against cancer in your honor. Love always.



Posted by: Bill Considine Wed December 31, 2008	I was very fortunate to spend Sunday afternoon with Paul watching the Patriots win. After the game - I hugged Paul and headed home. I had just waked in the door when the call came that Paul had passed away. Whoever said that grown men don't cry... obviously never met me. Paul was the kindest man I've ever known - his cancer was his only enemy. Paul touched many people with his gentle way, his generosity and his humor. We will miss him dearly and our golf outings won't be the same without him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. Bill Considine Townsend Ma.



Posted by: Malcolm Low Wed December 31, 2008	As one of the three founders of HITEC Corporation in 1966, and its past President and Chairman, I had the pleasure and the agony, but that wasn't his doing of working with Paul on countless time-sensitive and "Its never been done before" type projects. I was always amazed at the ability Paul had to stand back, analyze, and come up with a machining solution that always worked sometimes with a "tweak" or two. Paul was a master at odd-ball setups for exotic aerospace part machining. His abilities and dedication expanded and saved our small business' reputation more than once. He did me many personal favors, taught me to be a better machinist, and was always ready to do more. Although I left HITEC many years ago, his passing touches me deeply and personally; in the past year we shared our thoughts on the treatments we were each getting for what turned out to be the same type of cancer. We discussed the Lahey Clinic in detail. I was unable to speak to him in the last month and shall always regret that. He was a good employee, a good friend, and I shall miss him.



Posted by: Peter Healy Wed December 31, 2008	Our sincere condolence goes out to the entire Family. The Healy's



Posted by: Mrs. Watkins Wed December 31, 2008	Dear Family of Paul Schena, I want to express my sincere sympathy for the loss of your loved one. You can be assured that hope and encouragement needed is found in the Bible. In the Bible book of Revelations 21, 4 we read of a time when every tear will be wiped from our eyes. Please take care of yourselves. Sincerely Mrs. Sandi Watkins



Posted by: Kathy Albertian Thu January 01, 2009	To the Schena Family and John, When I read this poem, it reminded me so much of Paul. He will be truly missed. Love, Kathy To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say... but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you." It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on. I need you here badly; you're part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man. God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night. When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain. I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned. But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before. There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; but together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too... that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you. If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain, then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain." And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile, knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile. So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low, just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind. And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free, remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.



Posted by: Ashley Considine Thu January 01, 2009	I remember how every year, a few days after christmas, Paul would come to our house and we'd exchange gifts. This year he couldnt though, because he was so sick. But we all pray for him, and are glad he's in a better place.



Posted by: Donald Auger Fri January 02, 2009	Here's to a great guy with whom I had the pleasure of sharing and experiencing great childhood memories. Love, Don.



Posted by: mary mclaughlin Fri January 02, 2009	I considered Paul one of my dearest friends. We worked together for 20 years at hitec and he was one of the funniest guys I ever met. Paul showed us all what bravery is and I am in awe of his positive attitude in the face of such a grave illness. I will miss Paul for the rest of my life.



Posted by: jack mac lean Sat January 03, 2009	Paul and I worked side by side for more than 25 years,we were more than co-workers,we were close friends and chated daily about problems in and out of the workplace. Two years ago when Paul got sick we talked almost daily about his treatments and on a few occasions I accompanied him,not so long ago when he was not up to it, he came to work to bail out and train the new machinest on a special project. He was a fun guy and a very special friend to me. Rest well Paul, Jack



Posted by: Doug Unkel Sat January 03, 2009	Paul was a very special person both at work where I knew him for over 25 years and out where he always delighted all with his arrival at the annual company picnic with the largest inflatable pool toy he could find or carry. His proficency in the machine shop in somehow getting almost any job completed was quite remarkable especially with some much of his work planned on the proverbial napkin. I had the privelege of visiting Paul not long before his passing and was pleased but not surprised by his positive attitude as it reflected how he had dealt with the entire situation. He is already and will continue to be missed but also remembered as a positive influence on all whose lives he blessed.