1954
2026
Paul Anthony Addonizio, age 71, most recently of Lynn, Massachusetts, passed away on January 19, 2026. He was born on February 21, 1954, in Medford, Massachusetts, to Albert Addonizio and Norma Addonizio (Falanga), both of whom predeceased him.
Paul was the father of five children: Jennifer Addonizio Rozen, Paul Addonizio Jr., Alyson Addonizio, Lindsey Addonizio, and Jessica Addonizio. He is also survived by five grandchildren and four nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his brother, Albert Addonizio, and is survived by his siblings Stephen Addonizio and his wife Carmella Addonizio and his sister Roseann Marcoux and her husband Stephen Marcoux.
Paul grew up in Medford and was a proud graduate of Medford High School, Class of 1973. He loved football and especially cherished his time playing for the Medford Mustangs. He spent most of his adult life working at A.W. Chesterton Company, where he was known as a loyal and hardworking employee. Paul was also a member of the Knights of Columbus, Wakefield Council #104.
Paul was kind, positive, and genuinely fun to be around. In the later years of his life, despite having fallen on hard times, he became a familiar face and beloved fixture in the Lynn community, where he was known and cared for by many. His family is grateful for all of the assistance and love provided to him by that community.
A memorial service open to all who wish to pay their respects and remember Paul will be held on February 13, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Goodrich Funeral Home, 128 Washington Street, Lynn, Massachusetts 01902.
Paul will be remembered for his warmth, his humor, and the connections he made with people wherever he went.
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roger Pasinski
February 5, 2026
I just new him from his sitting area out on the Lynnway. I was amazed at how many hours he was out there. And in the worst cold weather or the rain! I wondered if he was collecting for himself or for an ill family member. He was looking more frail over the last few mos. He was always very grateful for support. Busy intersection, so we did not have a lot of time to talk.... I always hoped some day I could get to know his back story....I am sure he was a great guy...RIP, Paul.
Cathie Harris
February 4, 2026
I ve known Paul for a few yrs. Saw him 4 to 5 xs a wk. Became. Friends. Day in an out he was always there. I'd bring coffee a fresh. Marker for his sign an a bad of goodies. One x he sd. This is better than $. I worried about that busy. spot. But he was sure footed an often walked across the st. When McDonald's was open or the gas station. I asked if he was homeless. He said no. As yrs went by. I'd see pizza boxes an waters an bags. People came to give as so many grew to aquaint ab become fond of him, our friend. Paul. I found out the min I saw all the flowers an my heart quenched.grief an sadness over the loss of such a nice man so suddenly gone to heaven. I pray ill see my friend Paul. Again
Jody Faulkner
January 30, 2026
He was a great guy gonna miss him sitting there I always seen him everyday on my way to work nice guy didn't bother anyone. RIP
Connie Waters
January 29, 2026
He was a great guy going to miss him on the corner
Susan Woods
January 29, 2026
So sorry to hear about Paul and Al's passing. We had fun together when we were kids in South Medford and when I went to High School and he was at the Voke, he told other kids "don't mess with my little cousin or you will have to deal with me". Rest in peace.
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