NOONAN, Paul J. of Wakefield, formerly of Everett, entered into eternal rest unexpectedly, in the Bear Hill Healthcare in Stoneham/Wakefield, Tuesday, May 4, 2021.  He was 79 years old.  Born in Everett, Paul graduated from the Everett Vocational High School. He was a retired correctional officer from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts corrections department.  A face that could always been seen at school events, playgrounds and other Everett activities aiding and helping the youth in the city of Everett. Hearing the bells or music from Noonan's Ice Cream truck was always a welcoming sound.  Beloved husband of Barbara J. (Christensen).  Dear and devoted father of Kevin Noonan and his wife, Maria of Wakefield and the late Scott Noonan. Dear brother of Leona Noonan and Virginia Noonan of Everett, and the late John Noonan, Corrine Heise and Geraldine Noonan.  Loving and proud grandfather of Darius Noonan. Private family viewing in the Cafasso & Sons Funeral Home,  65 Clark St. (Corner of Main St.) EVERETT, Tuesday, May 11 followed by his funeral Mass  in St. Patrick's Church,  71 Central St., Stoneham at 10 a.m.  COVID-19 protocols must be maintained at the Church: facemasks, social distancing and limited capacity.  Burial will follow at the Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett where friends may gather at 11:30 a.m. Contributions in Paul's memory to the Alzheimer's Association, 309 Waverley Oaks Road, Waltham, MA 02421 or to www.mareinc.org/donate (to aid in foster care youth) would be sincerely appreciated. Parking with attendants on duty.