Southbridge: Paul I. Girard, 86, passed away on Monday, Jan. 20 ^th , in the Southbridge Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, after an illness.

He leaves his wife, Marguerite L. (O'Neill) Girard; his three daughters, Monique Falzone and her husband Vincenzo of Charlton, Michelle DaSilva and her husband Victor of Westport and Nicole Thibeault and her husband Jason of Southbridge; his two grandchildren, Taylor DaSilva and Aidan DaSilva; and several nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his sister, Pauline (Girard) Peterkin and his brother, Donald Girard.  Paul was born in Southbridge on March 12, 1933, the son of Jean Baptise and Florida (Matte) Girard.

Paul was a tool and die maker and worked at Simmons Tool and Die for 40 years, retiring many years ago.  He enjoyed making and flying model airplanes.  Paul was an avid Boston Red Sox fan and loved watching them on TV or listening to them on the radio.  Paul loved a game of chance and was at his happiest when in a Las Vegas casino.

Calling hours for Paul will be held on Sunday, Jan. 26 ^th , from 2:00 to 4:00pm in the Daniel T. Morrill Funeral Home, 130 Hamilton St., Southbridge, with a funeral service to follow at 4:00pm in the funeral home.  Burial in New Notre Dame Cemetery, Southbridge will be held at the convenience of the family.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen St., Framingham, MA 01701.