Paul M. LaParle
August 17, 1963 - May 28, 2008

"Our 40th High School reunion is coming up in August.. wish u could be there.. u left this world so soon.. I know u are in a better one.. God bless u.. "

"Dear Mrs. LaParle and Family, I heard about Paul's passing about a month ago. I was so sorry to hear the news. Paul and I go back to St. Mary's. The way Paul always smiled and never had a bad thing to say is what I remember most about him. In high school football games, Middletown vs Rogers, I remember walking out to center of the field before the game for the coin toss and there was Paul with this huge smile saying hello and good luck. His friendship never swayed. It put everything in perspective. Great guy who is truly missed! Sincerely, Joe Daidone"

"To the LaParle Family, I am so sorry in sharing condolences so long after Paul's passing. I have been attempting to track Paul down and finally tried on facebook. I never clicked on the obitutary as I couldn't imagine that he was gone. I knew and dated Paul at Bridewater. I am crushed that Paul has died and even more upset I didn't follow through with looking him up when I first thought to do so. I loved him very much and think of him often. Maybe he has met my daughter Jessica up in heaven....oh how I would like that. Be well and Paul will live in my heart forever!"

"To all the LaParle family my deepest condolences. It is just now that I'm hearing of Paul's passing. I was deeply saddened to hear of such tragic news. Paul and I were very close at Bridgewater State. Time, children and busy schedules have keep us apart. I feel so aweful knowing that Paul has passed but will always cherish very fond memories we had together. We shared many common intrests including music, surfing, and flying. It is my sincere hope that God somehow comforts all of you for your loss. Paul is sadly missed by my wife Susan and I and a slew of others I'm sure. You're son Paul was a very special person to us. With all my thoughts and prayers."

"I am an old friend of Paul's from when he was living in San Francisco. I am just learning of his passing now, and I cannot imagine this world without Paul's spark. In a short time, Paul became one of my most cherished friends. While we stayed in touch after he returned to RI, and he was generous enough to host me and my wife on our trip back east several years ago, we didn't talk nearly enough in recent years. But I knew we would never lose touch, and we would be friends for life. Paul was the genuine article, there was no pretense or artificiality about him. It is clear from all of the remembrances here that he had a profound impact on all of those he touched. I am proud to have called him my friend, and I will miss him terribly. Our belated condolences to Paul's wonderful family thanks for taking my call today, Gene, I'm sorry to have disturbed you. We love you, Paul."

"My deepest sympathies go out to Paul's family. To me, Paul was one of those rare people who cross your path in life. Full of energy and laughs but mostly you knew you had a true friend in him. We played music together a few years back and just recently got together again just prior to his passing. I'll always cherish those memories, his boyish grin, and his total love and devotion for his daughter. We miss you Pablo!"

"LaParle Family & Friends, Paul loved his music and I wanted to show you 2 links of Steve Vai and Paul. There are other areas of Vai's Website with Paul's Photos. It is www. vai dotcom, then click on -> Fan Forum -> mailbag -> Sept. 18, 1999 and Link Dec 27, 1999. Photographs of Paul enjoying his Music. Respectfully, Russell Allen"

"The LaParle Family, I am so sorry to hear about Paul passing away. He will always be remembered by me and Our "Class of 1982" for always lighting up any room with his personality and smile. May god bless your family and give you all the strenght at this time of sorrow. Deep Condolences RHS Class of "82""

"To All The LaParle Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I always liked Paul and have such fond memories growing up with your entire family. My deepest sympathies with you all at your great time of loss. Have solace in your memories and your time together. Love and friendship to all, Erin Walsh-Hebel"

"To the LaParle Family, I was so sorry to hear of Paul's passing. We shared many great times together playing guitar. He truly was a great guy and will be missed greatly by all of his friends. I'm sure he is at peace. Heaven's music will forever sound of Paul. My deepest sympathy, Jim Stratford"

"Mrs. LaParle, Elyse, Eugene, Peter & Family, Peter, I forgot to write your name in my first note and I wanted to let you know I will always remember the Great Times we all had together. Respectfully, Russell allen"

"I played music with Paul while I lived in Rhode Island working for GTECH. He was one of the nicest men I knew"

"My sympathy to the family I played music with Paul while I lived in Rhode Island working for GTECH. He would always put a smile on your face. What a wonderful sense of humor. He was one of the nicest men I knew. He will be missed."

"My deepest sympathies to the LaParle family, Even though it's been over 25 years since I've seen Paul, the things I remember most were the smile he always had and the way he always lived in the moment. He is such a handsome man and he always made you feel special whenever you were around him. May God bring peace to your hearts and may your memories of Paul always make you smile... With love"

"To The Family of Paul, Paul and I graduated together in 1982, what a blast those years were and I will always remember Paul with a smile on my face. Handsome, kind and a heart of goal! God bless you, Paul and your family. Lynne Furtado DeCotis"

"Dear La Parle Family, I was so sorry to hear of Paul's passing - - - I have many fond memories of my time spent with him. We played together for a short period in a band --- Paul was a gifted guitarist -- he always had time to chat at the gym as well -- a good friend to so many. I will miss Paul and pray his soul rests in peace. May God Bless all of you and provide His Love & Healing. He will be missed by so many. . . Sincerely, Jeff Moniz"

"I was so sorry to here of Paul's passing. He was always funny and seemed genuinely happy to see you and talk with you. We graduated together in 1982 and I saw him right before I moved to Florida. He will be missed by many."

"Dear Mrs. LeParle and family, Tim and I have long ago moved from Newport but were fortunate enough to stay in touch with Paul. I am so sorry for your loss. I know we feel a tremendous loss in losing such a wonderful friend. He will be greatly missed. With deepest sympathy, Tim and Lucy Brown"

"I was extremely alarmed to hear of the passing of a great longtime friend Paul. I woked with Paul at 2nd beach as a lifeguard for many years and stayed in contact over the years as a friend. Paul was truly one of the nicest, straight-up guys I have ever known. Paul was one of the great ones on earth and he will be missed!!! God Bless; Paul Mags"

"Dear Family and Friends, No matter how much time passes between friends, you remain close at heart. A spirit like Paul's will never leave us, although his soul has been called home, we are all better people for having had the blessing of knowing Paul. I have many great, funny memories of Paul. I will always remember how his smile lit up a room. God Bless his family & friends. Stacy A. Piszcz"

"Mrs. La Parle & family, My deepest condolences to you and your family. Words can't express my sorrow for you. May prayers are with you. Nancy O'Neill"

"Dear Mrs. LeParle and family I was so upset to learn of Paul's passing. My sincerest condolences to you all. Paul and I worked together at GTECH, I use to call him â??Pabloâ?A. He was an awesome guitar player and a very funny person with a very good spirit. He was one of a kind and will be greatly missed."

"My deepest condolences go out to the LaParle Family. I worked with Paul at GTECH and it was great working with him. His smiling face will be missed by all~"

"Paul...Pit...La...Pablo...Daddy La...I called you a lot of things but mostly I called you my friend. We worked at 2nd Beach....played guitar....went snowboarding....and laughed. You treated me like a brother and taught me so very much. I was always very proud of our friendship...even though we hadn't seen much of each other in recent years....something I'll always regret. I hope you've found peace and love and that our paths cross again. I'll think of you and I'll miss you my friend. Johnny"

"LaParle Family, I am so sorry to hear about Pauls passing. Just saw him recently at my nieces confirmation. He was a very nice person and always smiling. Thinking and praying for your family. Rogers Class of 1982"

"To the LaParle family, My sincerest condolences to you all. It had been a few years since I had last seen Paul but I will always remember his infectious laugh and sense of humor. I have some great memories of Paul that will live on forever. God Bless you Paul you will be missed buddy."

"To: The LaParle Family, My deepest condolences to you in this time of sorrow. Paul and I worked together at GTECH and played guitar together in a band for a few of those years. Paul was a great guy with a great sense of humor. He will be sorely missed..."

"Our hearts are saddened by Paul's passing, but will always be richer for having known him, his easy smile, and great sense of humor. Our thoughts are with the whole family."

"To the LaParles, You are all a part of my childhood and life. I spent many hours in your house from the time I was in 3rd grade until Theresa was getting married. You are a wonderful family and I am so sorry for your loss of Paul. He was beautiful inside and out. You are all in my thoughts and prayers."

"Dear Mrs. LaParle and Family, I was so upset to learn of Paul's passing. He was such a wonderful spirit - always a smile and nice things to say about everything and everyone. I will always love him for his kindness and humor. God Bless, Liz O'Brien '82"

"Dear Mrs. Laparle & Family, I was so sorry to hear that Paul ha passed away. He was the most generous person I've ever known and when you talked to him he was truly interested in what you had to say. He will be missed. Peace, Love and hope to you and your family. Rose holder"

"Sorry for your loss, Its so good to hear the actual nice things about him."

"WE SEND ALL OUR LOVE AND PRAYERS FOR PAUL AND HIS FAMILY... AS SO MANY PEOPLE HAVE SAID HE IS A GREAT GUY. IM JUST ASKING GOD TO HOLD HIM IN HIS ARMS AND THAT THE PAIN FOR ALL WHO KNEW PAUL WILL BE APPEASED AND KNOW ONE DAY WE WILL ALL MEET UP AGAIN."

"Mrs. LaParle and Family- I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I have great memories of Paul back in elementary school at St. Mary's School NCCRS. My girlfriends and I were always chasing him because he was the cutest boy in class. Later on in our 20's we were housemates along with my brother and you could always count on Paul to have a smile and clean the kitchen :. Please know your family and Paul are in my prayers! Sincerely Kathy Sullivan"

"Mrs. LaParle, Elyse, Eugene & Family, I was saddened to hear of Paul's passing. I have many fond memories of the great days and wonderful families like yours that made Greenough Place not just a great neighborhood, but a generation of great families that grew up together. I often tell my 12 year old all of the stories of when we all were kids, hanging out in the Thayers yard, playing baseball and having fun. The hot chocolate at the old Christmas house and Mr. LaParle reading the "Night Before Christmas" Paul and your family are in my family's thoughts and prayers! Chris Perrotti and Family"

"Dearest LaParles, While my heart is so heavy over our loss of dear Paul, I know he is with the Lord now and so many people who love him and will take such good care of him in heaven. He was -- and is -- a lovely soul and that will live with us forever. I am keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers and will be giving to Elyse's college fund in his honor. My love to all - Carolyn Maher"

"My deepest sympathy to you and your family.My prays are with you at this most devestating time, of the loss of your son."

"Dear Elise, Mrs. LaParle and Family, Our deepest heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your dear Paul. Our prayers and thoughts are for your comfort and peace. Catriona Cunningham St. George and the Cunningham Family"

"I remember Paul from Thompson & Rogers. We had a few classes together. He was a nice guy with a good sense of humor. My condolences for your loss."

"Hay Paul Itâ??s been way to long from the last time we talked, never mind play together. You gave me so many years of great times and memories. I can remember all the places we traveled to and tore up. We had a blast living in Vail it was all to fun, we rode many waves and snowboarded many places from east to west coast you where my go to bro for action sports. I could always count on you for the early morning surf trip or first tracks on the mountain. Thank you for so many good memories"

"Mrs. LaParle, Elyse, Eugene & Family, With a heavy heart I write this note. My Sincere Thoughts & Prayers are with you. I have not seen Paul for 15-20 years as I now live in Palm Beach. Growing up I enjoyed Diving, Lobstering, Spear Fishing, Flying, Surfing, The Cliffs and so many Adventures with Paul and other close Newport Friends. I read Lloyd's kind words, and I know there are many other lucky people that got to share time with Paul. The Memories will be with me forever. God Bless Paul, He was a True Friend you could count on."

"We can't remember Paul without smiling - every girl in our class had a crush on him and all the guys loved to hang out with him. The twinkle in his eye was ever present! Know that Paul was loved by so many. Deep condolences to you all."

"Dear Mrs LaParle and Family, My brothers and sisters - the Viau children - JoAnn, Jeff, Joe, Jeannine, Jennifer, Justin and Julie- all remember your family fondly. Jeannine remembers Paul the best for his "good looks". We are saddened to hear of his passing and will have him in our weekly prayers at Mass. I will send this information to Jeannine who lives in San Diego. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of grief. God Bless.... Jo Ann"

"Dear Mrs. LaParle and Family, I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Paul. I know this must be a difficult time for you. My hope is by you knowing the lasting impression Paul made on many of us it will help you get through this troubling time. I have nothing but fond memories of working with Paul at Second Beach. It was truly the best of times for me, and Paul was a monumental force in creating those treasured moments. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Respectfully, Larry Connell"

"TO THE FAMILY OF PAUL LAPARLE PLEASE ACCEPT OUR SINCERE CONDOLENCES ON THE LOSS OF PAUL. MARY & DAN DWYER & TIM DWYER"

"Dear Mrs. LaParle and Family, My deepest and heartfelt condolences for your loss. I remember when I first met Paul, we were in the 6th Grade and we instintly hit it off, that began a friendship between Paul, Johnny G and myself that lasted throughout our school years and beyond. Along with that friendship came plenty of good times and great memories. Though we didn't see each other that often after we graduated, when we did it was as if we had just spoken to each other days ago even though it could have been years. Thoughts and Prayers to all of you. "La" to you, you will be missed, but also remembered. PEACE Mike & Peg Mendonca & Family"

"Dear Mrs. LaParle and Family, My deepest and heartfelt condolences for your loss. It seems like yesterday that we were kicking around Greenough Place, and passing through Rogers High. Like so many big Catholic Newport Families my brothers and sisters know each of you and the common point in the lineage was Paul and I sharing the same grade. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. I recently had opportunity to chat and exchange an email with Paul and was encouraged. May the Lord of Hope, comfort and sustain you through your time of sorrow. Peace be with you, Matt Nunes"

"Dear Mrs. LaParle and Family, Paul was and always will be a son, brother, uncle and friend you could be proud of. I was one of those friends that was honored to know him and I will miss him forever."

"Elyse, I am so very sorry for your loss. Paul was a gentle soul and will be dearly missed. My deepest sympathy to you and your family."

"I was deeply saddened to hear of Paulâ??s death and have such great memories of him. We were very close friends around the age of 10-14 or so, walking the Cliff Walk, hanging down the beach, and of course as 10 year-olds working at the smoke-filled Knights of Columbus down on Mill Street as bingo callers with his sister Elyse and brother Peter, my first job and I am sure Paulâ??s too. He will be looking down and watching over us now, and I know he will especially be looking down and taking care of his daughter as she grows. Paul will always be her guardian angel."

"I've known Paul for many years, growing up in the same neighborhood. We were in Boy Scout Troop 15, in our teens. He was well liked and a good friend. I'm very sorry for your loss."

"To the LeParle Family, Although I haven't seen Paul since the school days, I have great memories of him. My deepest sympathies to all."

"Paul was just a great guy. Thoughts and prayers are with all his family and friends. PATRICK MALONEY"

"Dear Mrs. LaParle, Elise and family. I am so very sorry to hear about Paul's passing. My first memory of Paul was when we were in the 3rd grade at St. Mary's school and there he was sitting on a globe in the back of the classroom singing "I'm on the top of the world lookin down on creation" by the Carpenter Family and how he had the entire class laughing. I also remember how proud I was to be his date for our 11th Grade Prom. I haven't seen Paul in many years but just knowing he is no longer in this world is a loss for everyone who knew him. Stacey Connerton-Brown"

"Dear Mrs. LaParle and Family, Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Paul. I learned of this sad news from my parents who still reside in Middletown. Paul and I were schoolmates at Rogers and I graduated with him in â??82. Paul was a great athlete in high school and I have fond memories of him on various sport teams throughout our youth. Paul was always someone you could rely on as a friend and teammate. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers and I will be thinking of Paul in the coming days."

"Dear Mrs. LaParle and family, I got the sad news about Paul's death today and want to send my deepest condolences on behalf of all of the Flynn family. I knew Paul very well growing up and had many many fun times at the beach, at Waterbrothers and at St. Lucy's school with him. He was a fantastic guy who everyone loved. The LaParle family are wonderful people and we are blessed to have known you all of these years. We will keep you all in our prayers God Bless, Joe Flynn San Clemente, CA"

"Hi, I am deeply saddend as all of you are and just as many have said before , Paul was such an outgoing, fun, sincere, sweet person. I have had the pleasure of knowing him as many of us in Rogers class of 82 and those who knew Paul have hadmay you keep him close in our hearts and memories. God Bless family and friends. My deepestt sympathy to your family. Shari Danforth"

"To the Laparle Family I am sorry to hear of the passing of Paul. Although I did not know him well, I will remember him in my prayers, as I will all of his loving family and friends. -hal."

"Dear Mrs.LaParle and family - Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of Paul. We were in grammar school together until graduating in 1982., I am saddened to find out that Paul has left us. I remember you as well as I took care of your Mom at Carriage House back in the early '90s. Your entire family is in our prayers and thoughts.I pray you all find the strength to help you during this very sad time. Respectfully - Chris Hyder/ Daughter Isabelle - Jamestown"

"I am so sorry to hear of Paul's passing. I remember Paul as one of the nicest guys. Always said hello to me. We were in Class of 1982. I,too, will always remember his smile. May God carry you all during this time of sorrow."

"To the LaParle Family, I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Paul. May you all find comfort within each other as days past by. I will always remember his smile and friendliness. Class of 1982!"

"My deepest sympathy to all family members and friends. Paul will always be rememberd by his smile. Class of 1982."

"Dear Mrs LaParle & Family, So very sorry to hear about Paul.He was so talented and caring, He will truly be missed. I will keep you and your family in my prayers often."

"To the Laparle Family - I am so sorry to hear about Paul's passing. I was in the 1982 graduating class as well and remember him as such a nice, outgoing guy. He always had that smile on his face and nothing but kind words for everyone. My sympathies to your family - may your memories bring you peace in the days and months to come. Marilyn Moitoza Beach"

"LaParle Family, My prayers go out to your family during this difficult time. Paul was a great, fun loving guy. He will be sadly missed."

"Elise: Please accept my condolences for the double loss of Gene and your son. It's unimaginable. I lost Valerie 6 years ago; but life goes on. I will be back in Newport for my 60th RHS reunion at the end of July and will call you then. We can reminisce about old times on the Point. Bill"

"Mrs. LaParle and family, We are so sorry to hear about Paul. He will always be remembered with that bright smile. There are so many memories that will be treasured. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Joe and CathyChandler Vieira"

"Dear LaParle family, I am greatly saddened to read of Pauls passing.He, as all of you,has always been such a positive and inspiring person. He will always be remembered so. I and my family will be in Rhode Island in July and we will be sure to stop by and say hello personally.Again my heartfelt sympathy and my prayers are with you.Most sincerely-Jimmy Friedman"

"I am very sorry to hear of Paul's passing. I went to middle and high school with Paul and remember him being such a fun loving guy. He always had a smile and something funny to say. Please accept my condolences and know he will be sadly missed, and fondly remembered. Your families are in my prayers."