Paul W. Daly
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Paul W. Daly

  • October 7, 1936 - October 29, 2011
  • Melrose, Massachusetts
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“I am so sad to hear about Paul's passing. On all my visits back to Melrose to see my family I always stopped in to Paul's shop. I always looked...Read More » ”
1 of 9 | Posted by: Jim Crowley - Asheville, NC

“oh my I just found out and I am so sorry for all of you especially you patti. I have know paul for years through the antique business and patti...Read More » ”
2 of 9 | Posted by: Beth Hylan - Wakefield , MA

“Dear Patty, I can only imagine the pain you and all your dear family are going through. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at...Read More » ”
3 of 9 | Posted by: Judy and Bob Emery - Salisbury

“Pam , Mike and Janelle, Our hearts are with you now and always. I wish I do something to take the pain away, all we can do is be here for you. We...Read More » ”
4 of 9 | Posted by: Renee Ross and Frank Paris - NH

“Patty,Penny, Pam and the rest of the family, we are so sorry for your loss. His dry humor and smile is so much a part of my Roland Park memories....Read More » ”
5 of 9 | Posted by: Jeannine Holden - Melrose, MA

“I couldn't have asked for a better papa. I'll never forget the good times I had with him. Even though he's not with us physically he'll always be in...Read More » ”
6 of 9 | Posted by: Janelle Fanjoy - Derry, NH

“The best Papa and Dad anyone could ask for. I will miss him so much, but I do take comfort in knowing my brother met him with open arms. You are my...Read More » ”
7 of 9 | Posted by: Pamela Fanjoy - Derry, NH

“My thoughts go immediately to Patty. Paul's passing will have an enormous effect on all who knew him, but none greater, nor deeper, than those upon...Read More » ”
8 of 9 | Posted by: Stephen D Daly - Hartland, VT

“Dear Patricra and Family, I am so sorry for the sudden loss of Paul. Listening to all of Pat's wonderful stories of the many happy times tells me he...Read More » ”
9 of 9 | Posted by: Dora MacLeod - Winchester, MA



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Mr. Paul W. Daly, a longtime Melrose resident, died unexpectedly on Saturday, October 29, 2011 at Melrose-Wakefield Hospital, at the age of 75.

Born in Somerville on October 7, 1936, Paul was one of seven children of the late Albert J. Daly, Sr. and Pauline A. (Moran) Daly. He was raised in Somerville, graduated from Westwood High School in Westwood, NJ and attended Salem State College. He was a US Army veteran, serving his country during the Vietnam War. Following his discharge, he worked as a lab technician at Peter Bent Brigham Hospital and the Soldiers Home in Chelsea. He and his wife of over 50 years, Patty, settled in Melrose where they raised a family.

For over 40 years, Paul has owned and operated the longtime Franklin Square Antiques in Melrose. He enjoyed buying and selling all types of furniture and was well known for displaying large wooden Indian statues in front of his store.

Paul was an avid sports fan, enjoyed cooking, crossword puzzles, and spending time with his grandchildren. "Papa" will be lovingly remembered for picking up his grandchildren in his van and taking them to the Pizza Barn in Ossipee, NH. The trips were so beloved, he even drew the affection of "Beau" the dog while waiting in the car.

Paul was the beloved husband of Patricia L. "Patty" (Carter) Daly with whom he shared 53 years of marriage. Cherished father of Pamela L. Fanjoy and her husband Michael of Derry, NH, Penny A. Conway and her husband Jim of Newburyport and the late Paul W. Daly, Jr. Cherished papa of Janelle Fanjoy, James M. Conway, Jr. and Jillian M. Conway. Dear brother of Barbara J. Mikalosky and her husband Danny of Melrose, Keith Daly of Malden and his late wife Karen, Stephen D. Daly of Hartland, VT, Janice L. Megyesy and her husband Jim of West Newbury and the late Albert J. "AB" Daly III. Also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends will honor and remember Paul's life by gathering for visiting hours at the Robinson Funeral Home, 809 Main St., Melrose on Wednesday, November 2 from 4-8 PM and again on Thursday morning where his Funeral Service will be celebrated at 10:00 AM. Interment in Wyoming Cemetery, Melrose.