Paul Ganieany Obituary

Age - 70

October 8, 2023

Belchertown, MA

Ludlow, Paul W. Ganieany, 70 passed away peacefully at home with his loving family by his side on Friday Oct. 6, 2023. Born on May 20,1953 he was the son of Victor and Louise (Dineen) Ganieany. Paul was employed by the Town of Ludlow Department of Public Works for 32 years. Serving as a foreman before his retirement in 2019. He enjoyed his family and loved working on his aluminum as a hobby. He will be deeply missed by his wife of 41 years, Lois (Butler), and son Paul Ganieany Jr. and future wife Jess Taloumis. Paul leaves behind brothers Victor Ganieany Jr. and wife Barbara of Three Rivers, MA, Lawrence Ganieany of Fort Pierce, FL and Walter Ganieany of Holyoke. Paul was predeceased by his son Christopher Ganieany, brothers Harold, Timothy, twin sister Christine Ganieany and his parents. Paul leaves behind many nieces and nephews. Calling hours are Tuesday Oct. 10th from 4:00-6:30 pm followed by a closing remembrance service at 6:30pm at the Beers and Story Palmer Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 12th at 10:00 am at East Wilbraham Cemetery in Wilbraham. In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul's memory may be made to Shriners Hospital Carew St. Springfield, MA. or to the ASPCA,

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