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Paul Oakden Obituary
Greece: Suddenly, Sunday, October 19, 2008 at age 52. Survived by his loving wife of 30 years, Cindy Oakden; daughters, Amanda (Charles) Kinmond and Sarah (Shawn) Oakden; precious granddaughter, Kiley, his "little Paula"; and soon to be grandchild; devoted pets, Atlas, Rascals and Spanky; brothers, Wayne Oakden, Steve Oakden; sisters, Joanne (Jack) Bockus, Sheryl (Bob) Ras, Nancy (Dan) Dettman; sisters-in-law, Barb (Ed) Kowalski, Kay Rogers, Patricia (Frank) Geier, Sharon (Steve) Liberti, Karin (George) VanGrol; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins; many special friends. Predeceased by his mother and father, Joseph and Dorothy Oakden.
Friends may call Friday 4-8 PM at Vay-Schleich & Meeson Funeral Home, 1075 Long Pond Road. His Funeral Service will be held Saturday 10:00 AM in the chapel of the funeral home. Private Interment. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Heart Association in his memory. For more information or to sign Paul's guestbook, please visit www.MeesonFamily.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Sheryl Ras
October 30, 2008
Hey Paul - What can I say besides I'm already missing you terribly. I'm so happy we spent some time together last summer. I can't believe I'll never see you again and never get one of your famous phone calls. I'll always have my memories, you were one of a kind. Until I see you again in heaven. Love, Sheryl
Ciara Geier
October 25, 2008
Uncle Paul,
You were always funny and made me laugh with all your wonderful jokes. We will all miss your jokes and of course you. I love you so much and will always think of you.
Gabrielle Geier
October 24, 2008
Uncle Paul,
Even though you were my great Uncle I love you like a father. You were so funny and always cheered me up. You could chew a ear off in the matter of seconds but thats what everyone always loved about you. Your bubbly personality. I will always be here thinking of you and I will always miss you. I cant wait to be rejoined with you as i will once again share the joy you bring. Rest in Peace Paul. I love you always and forever.
Betty Kaminska and Family
October 24, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Paul was a great guy, we will all miss him. God bless you.
Pat & Frank Geier
October 24, 2008
Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to your family. It's really sad you left us so young. We had many years of fun times together. You will surely be missed.
Betsy Fox (Sepaniak)
October 24, 2008
The Friends of your youth are never forgotten. May God Bless. My deepest sympathies to Cindy and family.
Charlene Strohmeyer
October 23, 2008
My thoughts and prayers go out to you, Cindy, and the entire family during this difficult time. The loss of the love of your life, your best friend and partner seems surreal right now. But, remember the happy times and memories you made together. You will feel sadness, but just know you have been blessed to have had such a wonderful man in your life. He was taken much too soon. Take care of yourself. Let your girls take care of you also. My heart goes out to you.
May God Bless You Always,
Charlene Strohmeyer ( Bob & Sheryl's friend)
Ken Arnold
October 23, 2008
Paul - Even though I haven't seen you in quite a while, I always think of you from time to time. We had some good times. My thoughts are with you and your family at this very sad time.
Amanda Kinmond
October 23, 2008
Dad,
I don't know what else to say but that I don't understand how you could be gone and that I'll never see you again. How you're not going to see Kiley grow up or Sarah's baby grow up. How you're not going to be there when I call and you'll harrass me for 20 minutes. How you're not going to be there when I need you. I don't understand! I love you so much and will miss you every minute of every day. Rest in peace knowing that we'll take care of Mom.
Cindy Oakden
October 23, 2008
My Dearest Paulie,
How will I go on without you? You left me much too soon with lost dreams and unfulfilled promises of how our life was to be together. You were the very best husband, father and friend anyone would want or ask for. You brought all of the people you came in contact with so much joy and happiness with your generosity of spirit, willingness to help anyone in need and your quirky sense of humor. I will never forget our life together - it was the best!! Thank you for being my husband, friend and my better half. Be at peace my love knowing I will always love you and wait for me on the other side. Your loving wife forever and ever Cindy.
Don Kaminska
October 23, 2008
I will miss you Paul. The greatest things in life always seem to leave us too soon. I will always have the many memories going back to the 4th grade. May you have everlasting peace.
Beau Maier
October 22, 2008
Thank you for all the laughs and fun at work. I will miss you Paulie!
Karen Jaus
October 22, 2008
My fondest memories from childhood are of visits to the Oakden households. Aunt Dorothy and Uncle Joe had their hands full with those boys. Aunt Dorothy would yell at them and then laugh. Uncle Joe was no help either. Paul and Wayne liked playing the fork game at the dinner table. Someone got his hand "forked". Ask Wayne about it. I loved you Paulie.
Linda Tice
October 22, 2008
We weren't allowed to call you Uncle and Aunt because we are all so close in age. Your contageous smile and joking, are memories I will always treasure. And watching you dote on your granddaughter at our recent picnic truly speaks of what mattered most to you. We were all blessed to have you in our lives and I will remember you forever!
Gary DeLyser
October 22, 2008
Bossman, your 20 day guarantee will never be forgotten. You will be missed.
steve mewhirter
October 22, 2008
I will miss u paulie,i'm gonna miss you and norm always kidding around with each other.paulie and norm always made it a pleasure everyday to get up and go to work.life is short and u never know what life will hand u next so try to live everyday as if it were you last.paulie did
David Molino
October 22, 2008
Our deepest sympathy for your family at this very difficult time. May God guide you and give you understanding.
Sincerely,
David Molino and family
Bobby Wischmeyer
October 22, 2008
I will miss Paulie your friendly&cheerful ways
Kim Cook
October 22, 2008
I will miss you "Woody" and I will never forget the ice cube and swim wear incidents you always reminded me of when we talked to eachother. I will miss your prank phone calls even though I always new it was you (caller-id). You will always have a special place in my heart my uncle Paulie.
norm darling
October 22, 2008
I will miss you Paulie!
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