Paul E. Hegarty

Paul E. Hegarty

Hegarty, Paul E. a resident of Peabody and formerly of Cambridge, Arlington and Cape Cod passed away at home peacefully surrounded by his loving family on February 17,2024.

Paul was the beloved husband of the late Marcia E. (White) Hegarty. Loving father of Paul E. Hegarty Jr. of Belmont NH, Robert M. Hegarty and his wife Laura (Havern) of Arlington and Sean W. Hegarty and his wife Melissa (Neri) of Danvers. Paul was a devoted grandfather to his cherished grandchildren Ryan (Maddy), Tori, Brad, Joe and Will, and a loving great grandfather of Peyton and Cameron. All of whom loved their Pops very much. He was the son of the late John F. and Isabelle A. Hegarty and brother of Jack, Patricia, Mary, Isabelle, Robert, Anne, Mother Karol Marie FSE, and the late William, Judith and Carol. Also survived by a loving niece, Kate O’Neill Noto-Moniz and many other nieces, nephews. Also survived by his good pal Bill Stimmel, his Cape family: Charlie Breen and his wife Patti and Rick Roderick. Also survived by his good friend Carolyn O’Leary.

Paul grew up in Cambridge. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and the Massachusetts National Guard. After marrying Marcia they moved to Arlington and raised their family. Paul was an employee of Polaroid Corporation for 40 years, moving up the ranks from entry level to his management role of Purchasing Manager, Worldwide Electronics. After retiring from Polaroid, Paul got his USCG Captain’s License. Thus began a new career in the boating industry: selling boats, running boats and teaching families how to maximize their on-the-water enjoyment. Captain Paul started and managed two businesses: a yacht brokerage business and a charter fishing business. The business success was only part of his enjoyment; the most special part was on the water with family and friends. Paul was humbly satisfied with many business successes. His greatest joy and prideful satisfaction was being a father to Ed, Rob and Sean.

Honoring Paul’s request, the celebration of his life will be private. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to: Marcia E. Hegarty Memorial Fund Development Office, Mass Audubon 208 South Great Road, Lincoln, MA 01773.