Paul Martin McCabe, 82

Paul Martin McCabe, age 82, of Mattapoisett passed away on August 6, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Gail McCabe for 59 years. Paul was a loving father to his three children and seven grandchildren; Sean McCabe and his wife Judith, their children, Jack, Colin and Bridget of Dartmouth; Ericka and her son, Alexander of Mattapoisett; Kristian and his wife, Michelle and their children, Madeline, Edith and Ryan of Norwell. Paul was also the proud family member of four late brothers - Frank, Steve, Phil, and John; and one sister Martha of Manchester, VT.

Born in Boston on December 5, 1942, he was the son of the late John F. McCabe and Frances M. McCabe. Paul graduated from English High in 1961, where he captained the football team and he was eventually inducted into the Athletic Hall of Fame. He went on to Holy Cross College after earning a full football scholarship where he received a BS in Social Studies in 1965. He later earned a master's degree in counseling and guidance in 1971. His career started as a history teacher and football/track coach. From there his focus was as a guidance counselor and he retired as the Guidance Director at Fairhaven High School. He loved and respected his students and that was fully reciprocated.

Paul was an avid reader, especially nonfiction history. He also enjoyed sailing for many years, and he especially enjoyed his golf games with family and friends.

There was always a card game he never passed up with the brothers. He and Gail loved their winters in Ft. Myers Beach for over 20 years, inviting anyone who could join them. He traveled to Ireland with family to golf and with Gail to tour.

His main focus was family and attended all sporting events and recitals of his children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews alike. Paul's warmth and kindness touched everyone he met, and the sound of his laughter will echo in our hearts forever, a cherished reminder of the joy he brought to his family and friends. Fair winds and following seas always.

His Funeral Mass will be held Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 11am at St. Anthony's Church, Mattapoisett. Visiting hours will be Thursday, August 21st from 9:30-10:30am, prior to the Mass, in the Saunders-Dwyer Mattapoisett Home for Funerals, 50 County Rd., Mattapoisett. For directions and guestbook, visit www.saundersdwyer.com