Paul Foster Gammell Sr.

Paul Foster Gammell Sr. of Norwell passed away at home, surrounded by his family, November 6, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents Russell and Opal Gammell of South Weymouth. Born in Nova Scotia and raised in South Weymouth; Paul was drafted from high school to play baseball for the Kansas City A’s where he played for many years before marrying his wife Jeanne; they were married for 62 years. He owned and grew the Delorey-Gammell Drywall & Finishing business for nearly 60 years; working throughout New England and the Islands. After his retirement; his son assumed control of the business. During his time in Norwell; he became quite involved in the town: coaching Little League Baseball, being active in the Men’s Club and the Gourmet Club with his wife. Paul and Jeanne loved to explore and travel; especially their annual trips to Bermuda and other islands. He was most content at their Cape house of 25 years, in Pocasset, when his whole family and his grandkids were there. He was an avid gardener and shared his love of animals and nature with his family.

He is survived by his wife Jeanne Anne Gammell of Norwell, his son Paul F. Gammell Jr and wife Barbara of Hanover, his daughters Carol A. Nixon and husband Peter of Hanover and Judy G. Bauman and husband Christopher of Mount Pleasant, SC. He is also survived by his beloved grandchildren Paul F. Gammell III and Jennifer C. Gammell of Hanover, Gregory F. Nixon of Hanover and Alexis C. Nixon of South Boston and great-grandchild Hunter M. Gammell of Hanover.

Paul had a lasting influence on so many; his 84 years culminated into a life well-lived. He will be greatly missed.

A mass and memorial service are forthcoming.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Memory of Paul Gammell Sr can be made to NVNA hospice [Norwell Visiting Nurse Association] 120 Longwater Drive, Norwell, MA 02061 or NVNA.org.