Paul E. Moody
Date of Passing:
Paul E. Moody, 88, of Barrington RI, died peacefully October 18, 2024. He was the beloved husband of the late Marilyn A Moody (Leavitt).
Born on August 1, 1936 in Lowell, MA. He was the son of the late Arthur F and Violet (Booth) Moody. Many of his younger years were spent in Chelmsford, MA, Plainville, MA and Hampton Beach NH.
The last 54 years spent in Barrington RI.
Paul Moody received a BS degree in engineering from Lowell Technological Institute in 1958. He received an MBA from the University of RI in 1977, simultaneously earning an MPA degree from the University of Northern Colorado that same year.
He work for the Department of Defense, at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in NH and the Naval Underwater Systems Center (NUSC) in Newport RI from 1958 until he retired in 2000.
As an engineer for the Navy, he was granted fifty plus patents for submarine designs, as well as dozens of awards.
In addition to his full time position at NUSC, Paul was also a professor of management courses at Brown University, University of Rhode Island and Providence College, often using the book he authored, Decision Making, as the text.
Paul was a brilliant man with 40 plus years as an engineer for the navy, has numerous patents, an author, a professor, and a coach.
But more than that he was a family man. He dedicated almost 60 years to his wife. A love story that movies are made of: parents not wanting them to be together, first job hundreds of miles from friends and family, very little money to start a life. But they did it!
He excelled at his job, continued his education and still was a father that was there for his family, orchestrating family beach vacations, creating fun projects at his work bench, coaching little league, doing the magic ring trick to the amazement of all the neighborhood children. Mr Moody the best! Any kid in the neighborhood was happy to shout that and get tossed in the air, higher than an
astronaut, or at least that’s what they thought.
As his children became adults, Paul became a friend, an advisor, a support.
Over the years the time they spent together became even more valuable. He would listen to their silly stories, their stresses and worries. He would laugh or roll his eyes. Mostly he would listen and help them feel like no matter what, things would be ok. He was always their hero.
He is with his love Marilyn now. They can be dancing together knowing that the family they built is strong and thriving
because of their love.
He will always be Mr Moody the best!
Survivors include two daughters, Kristann Moody of New Hampshire and Kathleen Moody of Barrington; a son, Paul E. Moody of Barrington, their spouses, Ellen Willis, Leslie Moody, Paul Spameni ; four grandchildren, Paul III, his wife Surey, James, his fiancée Luna, Thomas and Lilyann, one great-granddaughter, Arabella and one great-grandson Kieran Paul.
He is the brother of Arthur F Moody of Big Bear, California, and uncle to numerous nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be held in the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside on Thursday October 24, 2024 from 4-7 p.m.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday October 25, 2024 in St. Luke Church, Washington Road, Barrington at 10 a.m. Burial will follow in Forest Chapel Cemetery, Nayatt Road, Barrington.
In lieu of flowers contributions in Paul’s memory can be made to, The Parkinson’s Foundation (www.parkinson.org)
I was sad to hear about Paul’s passing. He was an excellent engineer and provided support to me throughout my career in the launcher department. He will be missed.
Sad to be hearing this .he was a brilliant man,awesome father and good husband. I grew up in the same neighborhood..
I remember Mr. Moody from my little league days. he was such a nice guy, I never forgot him….Mike Blackmar
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Moody family. He will surely be missed.
Linda and Web Goodwin
Leslie, I am so sorry for your family’s loss. Your father-in-law looks so familiar to me. Maybe I’ve seen him at my church of St Luke’s. My deepest sympathies go out to your husband and family.
Such a beautiful legacy of your dad. He raised a good son. So sorry for your loss.
My deepest sympathy to all the Moody family. Paul was a great man to work for. He was a truly devoted husband and father. Family always came first with Paul. Rest in peace Paul. God Bless you and all your family.
I worked with Paul for many years and socialized with him and Marilyn on many occasions
He was a dedicated family man who loved his wife, children, and grand children unconditionally. Paul was immune to pressure on the job despite holding some stressful positions. I asked him what his secret was and he said he started his career at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard. He was scheduled to ride the submarine USS Thresher the day it sank during a sea trial. By the Grace of God he was bumped from the assignment and from that moment on he decided no other career assignment could be as stressful as saying good bye to some of his friends and colleagues. His family should be proud of him, as I am sure they are. I and many of his coworkers will miss him.
A beautiful tribute to your parents’ exceptional love story. My heart goes out to you.
Kris, Kathy and Paul, Sending love and light to you and your family. I am so honored that I got to meet your wonderful mom and dad and get to know them so many years ago. in our teens and twenties, the parents of our closest friends become role models in our lives. Your mom and dad were so important to me and I learned so much from them. I loved them so much! Losing our parents is one of the most difficult and heartbreaking things we experience in life. I will pray for you, and I am here for you as you navigate the tremendous loss of your amazing dad. love, Sue Walsh