Paul Maltzman

Paul Maltzman passed away peacefully at the age of 95, surrounded by his family. Born and raised in Boston, he was a proud U.S. Army veteran and a retired structural engineer whose career and life reflected his disciplined mind, deep sense of responsibility, and commitment to getting things right. He graduated from Northeastern University in 1953 with a degree in Civil Engineering, repeatedly making the Dean’s List. That same year he married Shirley Dubin. Soon afterward, he served as a Military Policeman in the Korean War from 1953 to 1955.

After returning home and beginning his family, Paul became a longtime member of Temple Israel of Sharon, sustaining a devoted commitment to his synagogue and the Jewish community for more than six decades. He also served as Quartermaster for the Massachusetts Department of the Jewish War Veterans, forging strong bonds with fellow servicemen and honoring the legacy of Jewish military service. Each Memorial Day he organized the sale of red poppy flower pins to support the organization. An avid traveler, he visited many parts of the United States as well as England, France, the Netherlands, and Israel, and in his later years participated in an Honor Flight to Washington, DC, sharing a meaningful experience with other veterans. In Sharon, he was an active member and Secretary of the Sharon Men’s Club, where he found camaraderie and lasting friendships.

Paul loved baseball and the Boston Red Sox, particularly Dom DiMaggio and Ted Williams. He often recalled taking the train to Fenway Park and sitting in the bleachers, and he channeled that passion into coaching Little League in Sharon for many years. He will be deeply missed for his wisdom, loyalty, sense of humor, and steady guidance.

He is survived by his loving wife of 73 years, Shirley Maltzman (plus five years of dating and engagement), his children Richard and Ellen Maltzman and Donna and Kenneth Kaplan, his grandchildren Sarah and Neil Shah, Brenna Cibley, Daniel and Dahlia Maltzman, and his late grandson Jordan Cibley. He was blessed with four great-grandchildren: Brooke and Cayleigh Briggs, Dilan Shah, and Marah Maltzman. He also leaves behind extended family members and many dear friends.