Dr. Paul Edward Drummond, died unexpectedly Friday December 7^th, 2018 at his home. He was born September 25, 1930 in Dorchester, MA to the late Henry and Edith {Cochrane} Drummond. Paul is survived by his daughter Edie Pullen, his sons Peter and David, his grandchildren Nicole and Jessica Pullen and Emily and Katherine Drummond, his sister-in-law Nancy Shea Hughes, his son-in-law Scott Pullen and his daughter-in-law Patricia and his many nephews, nieces and cousins. Paul is preceded in death by his wife, Irene Shea Drummond, his parents, Henry and Edith Drummond, his infant sons John and Andrew and his brothers Robert, Henry and sister Joan Gibson, his beloved Aunt Frances, and brother-in-law James Hughes.

Paul was a graduate of Boston College where he earned his Master’s degree in Chemistry, earning his PhD from Vanderbilt University with Post-Doctoral studies at MIT. 

He met his wife Irene at BC and they were married in 1958, raising three children in Western NY and Yardley PA before working in Amherst MA.  

His career ranged from leading FMC’s Research & Development department as their Director, where his team produced notable agricultural chemical patents that were sold worldwide. He later was Director of Physical Operations for UMass’ Chemistry and Physics departments, where he earned the Chancellor’s Award, until he retired. 

In addition to raising his family, Paul was active with the Boys Scouts, the Catholic Church where he taught CCD classes, loved to cook, listen to classical music, enjoy British mysteries and comedies, spend time with his beloved pets, in particular Sammy who helped him after the death of his wife. He was also very proud of his four granddaughters. 

Paul was blessed to have the support of his faith, family, friends, spirit and the excellent care from and the many fine doctors and caregivers in the Pioneer Valley. 

Paul is going home to God. 

Calling hours will be today, Monday December 10, from 5 – 7 pm at the Douglass Funeral Service, Amherst. A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 am Tuesday at St. Brigid’s Church, Amherst. Burial will be private. 

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your local animal shelter.