Timeline for Paul M. Kania
Born: February 3, 1965
Died: March 24, 2023
Paul M. Kania, 58, of Ludlow, passed away on Friday, March 24, 2023 after a valiant battle with cancer. Son of the late Anthony and Helen (Karaskiewicz) Kania, he was born in Springfield on February 3, 1965. A graduate of Ludlow High School, he was a Hazmat driver for Exxon/Mobil and Praxair, driving over 1.0 million miles. His humorous storytelling always entertained anyone he met. Paul was a lifelong communicant of Christ the King Parish and a devoted parishioner of St. Elizabeth’s Parish, both in Ludlow.
Paul is survived by his beloved wife of 30 years Kim (Grosvenor) Kania and his loving daughters Elizabeth and Jennifer Kania. He also leaves his brothers Theodore Kania (Bianca); Frank Kania (Patricia); John Kania and Mitchell Kania (Susan) as well as many nieces and nephews. Paul also leaves his adored cat Lola.
Funeral services for Paul will be held Thursday, March 30, 2023 at 8:45 AM at the Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home, 64 Sewall St., Ludlow, MA followed by a Liturgy of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM in Christ the King Church. Burial will be in Island Pond Cemetery. Visiting hours at the funeral home will be Wednesday, March 29, 2023 from 4:00-7:00 PM. Donations in Paul’s memory may be made to the Sister Mary Caritas Cancer Center, Mercy Medical Center Office of Philanthropy, P.O. Box 320635, Hartford, CT 06132 or www.mercygives.org.
We are so saddened to hear of Paul’s passing. May the Lord hold you near in your heart during your time of grieving. Gery and Grace Burek
grew up with the kania family next door growing up, always remember your pops working in the garden after he got home from work and all you guys on one occasion or another would be picking veggies, oils are you guys from the breezeway on a hot summer day and the clothesline, what a thing of the past, but, good old warm memories of days gone past, r.i.p. Pauly!
my condolences to Ted, frank, john and Mitch, may he now rest in peace! chris, lueen and luke jodoin, forever in memory.
Our hearts go out to the Kania Family. We are so sorry for your loss.
Kim, Lizzy and Jenny….. sending love and light, may your loving memories help you through this time of sadness.
Kim, Lizzie, and Jenny, we’re so sorry for your loss. Sending you all love and hugs during this difficult time.
Kim, Elizabeth, and Jennifer. I am so sorry for your loss. I have the best fond memories of Paul. You are all in my prayers. Sending many hugs your way.
So very sorry for your loss, Kim. Condolences to you and your family. ?♥️
In memory of Paul M. Kania, Patricia & Frank Kania lit a candle
Kim, Lizzie and Jenny, We have a huge hole in our hearts with Paul's passing. He was a fun person to be around, thoughtful and a great Brother. We will keep in mind the funny words and phrases he made up that made us laugh . And the strength he had throughout his entire illness. May he rest in pease. Our deepest sympathy Love Pat and Frank
Kim, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Kania Family, My deepest condolences to you all !! Thoughts and prayers to you ! Sincerely, Laurie (Jodoin) Dymon
In memory of Paul M. Kania, Cindy (Jodoin)Palmer lit a candle
I am so sorry for your loss! I grew up with Paul on Ridgeview Circle and as kids we had so much fun with our group of friends on the street. I will miss him dearly and never forget the great memories we shared. Fly free Paul!
Date: Wednesday, March 29, 2023
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Date: Thursday, March 30, 2023
Time: 8:45 am
Date: Thursday, March 30, 2023
Time: 10:00 am
Date: Thursday, March 30, 2023
Time: 11:00 am
Donations in Paul’s memory may be made to the Sister Mary Caritas Cancer Center, Mercy Medical Center Office of Philanthropy, P.O. Box 320635, Hartford, CT 06132 or www.mercygives.org.
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Our sincere condolences.
The staff of Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home.
We are so saddened to hear of Paul’s passing. May the Lord hold you near in your heart during your time of grieving. Gery and Grace Burek
grew up with the kania family next door growing up, always remember your pops working in the garden after he got home from work and all you guys on one occasion or another would be picking veggies, oils are you guys from the breezeway on a hot summer day and the clothesline, what a thing of the past, but, good old warm memories of days gone past, r.i.p. Pauly!
my condolences to Ted, frank, john and Mitch, may he now rest in peace! chris, lueen and luke jodoin, forever in memory.
Our hearts go out to the Kania Family. We are so sorry for your loss.
Kim, Lizzy and Jenny….. sending love and light, may your loving memories help you through this time of sadness.
Kim, Lizzie, and Jenny, we’re so sorry for your loss. Sending you all love and hugs during this difficult time.
Kim, Elizabeth, and Jennifer. I am so sorry for your loss. I have the best fond memories of Paul. You are all in my prayers. Sending many hugs your way.
So very sorry for your loss, Kim. Condolences to you and your family. ?♥️
In memory of Paul M. Kania, Patricia & Frank Kania lit a candle
Kim, Lizzie and Jenny, We have a huge hole in our hearts with Paul's passing. He was a fun person to be around, thoughtful and a great Brother. We will keep in mind the funny words and phrases he made up that made us laugh . And the strength he had throughout his entire illness. May he rest in pease. Our deepest sympathy Love Pat and Frank
Kim, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Dear Kania Family, My deepest condolences to you all !! Thoughts and prayers to you ! Sincerely, Laurie (Jodoin) Dymon
In memory of Paul M. Kania, Cindy (Jodoin)Palmer lit a candle
I am so sorry for your loss! I grew up with Paul on Ridgeview Circle and as kids we had so much fun with our group of friends on the street. I will miss him dearly and never forget the great memories we shared. Fly free Paul!
Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home
Our sincere condolences.
The staff of Kapinos-Mazur Funeral Home.