Paul C. Brady
September 23, 1969 ~ February 8, 2024
Born in:
New Haven, CT
Resided in:
Hamden, CT
Paul Christian Brady passed away peacefully on February 8, 2024, at home surrounded by his family.
Paul was born in New Haven, CT on September 23, 1969 to Dr. James J. Brady and Dorothy A. Brady. He is survived by his brothers and sisters, James, John, Joan (Joe), Harry (Lynne), Katie (Jim), Tom, Stephen (Sheryl), and Mark, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Paul was a lifelong resident of Hamden. He graduated from North Haven High School. He was a faithful parishioner of St. Rita’s Church. Paul was a Special Olympian, having participated in the 1995 World Games in New Haven, where he won numerous gold medals. He was instrumental in The Doc Brady Golf Classic, raising hundreds of thousands of dollars for Special Olympics. Paul was an avid New York Giants fan. He enjoyed spending vacations in Cape Cod with his family. He loved the music video for “Greased Lightning,” as sung by John Travolta. He also loved mashed potatoes, ravioli, chicken, and Coca-Cola. He loved carrying the flag and leading the 4th of July Parade every year on Bell Island at his cousins John and Liz’s house. Paul worked for the Goodwill Store in Clinton, CT. He will be remembered as a loving, brave, and patriotic man. His love for his family and the USA was unsurpassed.
Friends are invited to visit with Paul’s family on Thursday morning, February 15th, from 9-11:30 a.m. at Beecher & Bennett Funeral Home, 2300 Whitney Ave., Hamden. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 12 noon at St. Rita’s Church, 1620 Whitney Ave., Hamden, followed by burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery, 3110 Whitney Ave., Hamden. In lieu of flowers, donations in Paul’s memory may be sent to Special Olympics of CT, 2666 State St., Suite #1, Hamden, CT 06517.
Services
Visitation: February 15, 2024 9:00 am - 11:30 am
Beecher & Bennett Funeral Service - Hamden
2300 Whitney Avenue
Hamden, CT 06518
203-288-0800
Mass of Christian Burial: February 15, 2024 12:00 pm
St. Rita Church
1620 Whitney Avenue
Hamden, CT 06517
203-248-5513
Will always be in my heart
What a beautiful tribute. Looking forward to celebrating Paul’s life Tuesday.
We are so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. Our thoughts are with you Katie and your family. The world has lost a light.
So sad to hear of Paul’s passing. I’m sure your Mom and Dad are happy to be together again with Paul
A beautiful soul who brought light to everybody he met. You will be missed and always admired .
Sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. Wonderful memories of the younger years, Camp Rainbow and Special O.
Sincerest sympathy to the entire family. May his memory be a blessing.
Paulie! The sweetest, kindness soul around! So grateful to have had you in my life! So many wonderful memories ❤️
Have a wonderful party up there with Mom, Dad and Aunt Joan🥰. Love you, Meathead😘
Paul was the sweetest fellow, full of light and love. No matter where his brothers and sisters went, Paul was the glue that brought everyone home. My deepest condolences to the Brady family.
Paul and Kevin had the chance to share their love for God, family and country for a brief time earlier this week as they traveled to Paradise together. God gave us wonderful gifts in our brothers. And they are now with Him, home for eternity. God Bless you Paul, you were a beautiful soul!!
Dearest Paul. What memories I have of you as a student during my very first years of teaching. We were at Alice Peck School when you were 6 years old and you had a Personality Plus!! Memories of you singing your heart out when I brought in my guitar, and dancing along with any music we played in class. You always shared everything that was going on at home with your beautiful family. You especially loved snack time where we must have eaten thousands of graham crackers with peanut butter, myself included, along with my best assistant ever, Betty Conniff. Love to all your brothers and sisters and keep on dancing up in Heaven with mom and dad. Tell them Gene Ingram said hello!
Kevin & Janice G. Valentino
Dear Steve and Family, I am so sorry for the loss of your brother Paul. I remember back in the early days volunteering for Special Olympic in the area. Paul had a sweet and lively personality. For all those we have lost, they are free of suffering and enjoying their days. Fondly, Ana Klimczak Miller.
It’s been a very long time since I saw Paul. Smiles…that’s what I remember about Paul. He made me smile:):) Thank you Paul! God bless you, your Mom & Dad and the entire Brady family.
We are so very sorry for your loss of Pauly ,your bright star shining from the heavens May all your joyous memories guide you to find peace in your sorrow Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Brady family
Vinny Cusano and Jayne Cusano Barese
My thought and prayers to all the Brady family. My you find comfort in one another and in memories of a life well lived. Rest in peace Paul, you deserve it!
Debbie Mendoza (Goodwill SNE)
We are so very sorry about Paul’s passing. Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sorry Mark 😞 and prayers 🙏🏻 for your family
Paul was an amazing soul. The glue to the entire Brady family. May he forever rest in peace with his Mom, Dad and Joan. Paul has gone home to be with them. Love Kim & Bill and All the Bedfords.
So sorry for your loss… Big hugs to all the Brady family from far away… May his memory be a blessing for you all!
Paul, you will be missed by so many. You were one of a kind! Thoughts and prayers to the Brady family.
Katie, take peace in knowing you’ve made Mom proud. Paul was blessed with a loving and caring sister.
Cheryl Franklin, Goodwill Southern New England.
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. Wishing you peace during this difficult time. 🙏
Dear Brady family. We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers during this sad time. But it is also a happy time, as your brother is now reunited with your parents and our Lord.
With love,
Lynn, Kenny, KC, Matt and Kyle Horton
Mark, I know you really loved Paul as you proudly talked about him. May God grant you and family the fortitude to bear this loss and grace to move forward together as a family.
Adieu Paul.
Dear Brady’s , So sorry to hear about Paul’s passing. We always enjoyed hearing about his sucesses. Our thoughts are with your family. Please stay good.
Remembering Paul from his earliest years, he enjoyed watching all sports , and just being one of the folks playing in the backyard of Spring Glen Terrace, sorry to hear this news! Warmed to read of his accomplishments along his path. My thoughts are with you…
I’m very sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. My condolences to the family.
So sorry to hear about Paul’s passing. Condolences to all of you from your former neighbor in Spring Glen .
Dear Brady Family,
My condolences on the passing of Paul. He made my time volunteering at Camp Rainbow so special. “My heart” rest in peace Paul.
Liz Armeno DePalma