Born in New Bedford, he moved to Florida in the late 60’s, returning to New Bedford in 2011.He was a graduate of St. Anthony’s High School, class of 1970 and the Culinary Art Institute of CT. He was employed as a chef at CJ Bar and Grill for 8 years, retiring in 2008. Paul loved his family especially his granddaughter Brooklyn. He was an avid New England sports fan and enjoyed cooking. He enjoyed spending time with his best cat friend Norman.
Paul is survived by a daughter, Christal Ann Ptaszenski and her husband Jason of New Bedford; a son, Paul G. Poitras Jr. of New Bedford; a brother Robert Poitras of FL; a sister, Corinne Pelletier and her husband Jerry of ME; and a granddaughter, Brooklyn Ptaszenski and several nieces and nephews.
His funeral mass will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 at 10:00AM in Our Lady of Fatima Church, 4256 Acushnet Ave, New Bedford followed by a burial in Sacred Heart Cemetery. Relatives and friends are invited. Arrangements are in the care of ROCK FUNERAL HOME, 1285 Ashley Blvd, New Bedford. To leave a note of condolence: www.rock-funeralhome.com
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