Paul Mckenna

He was born in Methuen, MA on June 26th, 1937. He was the son of the late Dennis and Catherine (Doyle) McKenna. Paul was predeceased by his Sister Ellen McKenna Benedict, nephew Stephen Benedict, and his sister, Elizabeth McKenna. Paul was a graduate of Central Catholic High School Class of 1954. After High School Paul worked for Mass Electric in multiple roles and retired at the age of 43. In his “retirement” he kept himself busy working for American Ski Corp at Killington Mountain Ski Resort as their night watchman. Paul enjoyed his time in VT until 1997 when he decided to move closer to Family and take on a second post-retirement job as “Papa” to his grandchildren. He settled in Rye, NH for many years after Leaving Killington.

Papa was likely the job he took the most serious in all his years. Though he did joke his favorite job was as a dancing strip of bacon, like the guy at the drive-in movie. He was known by all as a wisecracking guy, always ready for an ice cream, or couple of extra rounds around the roundabout. Weekends he could be found at a local track, baseball field, or football field cheering on his 3 favorite athletes. He was an avid fan of local sports, and really enjoyed watching his grandchildren’s success on an off the field.

Paul was what people would call a true outdoorsman. Throughout his life, you could always tell he would feel the most relaxed or at peace outside. From taking the first lift up the mountain at sunrise during his time at Killington, to 6am walks on the beach in Rye, and endless days spent fishing across NH and VT – He was always spending as much time outside as possible.

Paul leaves behind his loving daughter Jennifer and her husband Greg of Nashua, NH, and dearly loved grandchildren Timothy Coy of Dunstable, MA, Grant Coy of Nashua, NH, and Abby Coy of Nashua, NH. He also leaves behind his sister Catherine Kelley of Melrose, MA, and niece Susan Comeau and family in Andover, MA.

In agreement with Paul’s wishes, funeral services and calling hours are private. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the NH Fish and Game Association, or just performing a special act of kindness in memory of Paul. Maybe take a walk in the snow, or sing a song on an empty stage. He enjoyed the small comedic pleasures in life, so there would be nothing that he would enjoy more than his memory living in those moments for those he loved