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Paul Paver Obituary
May 6, 1924 - May 26, 2007
Paul Leonard Paver, 83, Sarasota, formerly of Great Neck, N.Y., died May 26, 2007.
Services were Tuesday at Temple Beth Sholom in Sarasota. Toale Brothers Funeral Home handled arrangements.
Saturday, May 26, 2007, saw the passing at the Siesta Key family home, of Paul Leonard Paver, a wonderfully beloved and preeminent Sarasota pioneer and philanthropist.
Paul came to Sarasota in 1949 soon after his father, Martin, and mother, Mildred Paver, arrived in Sarasota. Together, along with his brother Stanley, the brothers formed Paver Construction Company. Over the next half century they built over 6,000 homes in Sarasota and developed numerous commercial properties.
Paul was born in New York City and graduated from Great Neck North High School in Great Neck , N.Y. He attended Hofstra College before joining the Army.
He was a veteran of World War II and served in both the European and Pacific theaters. Paul served in the Army's 480th Ordnance as staff sergeant and was in Paris on Victory in Europe Day.
He so enjoyed being part of and contributing to the greater Sarasota community and was a member of the Sahib Shriners, Temple Beth Sholom, and the YMCA. He was a charter member of the Sarasota Power Squadron, and was a supporter of the Wellness Community and the New College Foundation. He served on the board of directors for SunTrust Bank.
Paul was a board member and supporter of Temple Beth Sholom for 55 years. He and his brother Stanley founded the Martin and Mildred Paver Religious School at Temple Beth Sholom.
He and his wife, Doris Morrow Paver, were married 54 years ago in Temple Beth Sholom.
He is survived by his wife Doris, daughters: Randa Paver of Alexandria, Va., Andrea Paver Kaine of Sarasota, Pamela Paver Barton of Fort Lauderdale and Diana Paver of Sarasota. He also survived by his sister, Sydelle Paver and his grandchildren, Judith Kaine and Daniel Kaine.
He will always be remembered by everyone who knew him as a wonderful gentleman and a kind and generous friend who loved life, people, travel, learning, and most of all - family.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Martin and Mildred Paver Religious School at Temple Beth Sholom: 1050 S. Tuttle Ave, Sarasota FL 34237.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Paver
Valerie von Guttenberg
June 16, 2007
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to the Paver Family. Paul and his wonderful brother Stanley were my first employers in the real estate business and a joy to work for. The thing I remember most regarding Paul was his utter delight in talking about his travels around the world and what he had learned on those journeys. He was a fine gentleman, "gentle" being the key word.
judy parks-karp
June 10, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time. My pretend Uncle Paul Thank you, The childhood memories that last forever. You were the best, My dad could not of had a better friend like Uncle Paul lifelong friends. Aunt Doris I am so grateful to you and Uncle Paul for being such great friends to my parents. Randa,Andrea,Pam,Diana what can I say, You had the greatest dad. Please call me if there is anything I can do. Please keep in touch.
Jim & Susan Tollerton
June 9, 2007
We are sorry to hear of Mr. Paver's passing.
Steve Weatherly
June 4, 2007
Andrea, I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. It doesn't matter how long you have them it's never easy in the end. My thought's and prayers are with you. Take care.
Karen Kleinschmidt Diffley
June 4, 2007
Andrea--I remember your dad from years ago...a very fine man. I am incredibly sorry for your loss and I send my prayers to you and the rest of the Paver family.
Curt Eskew
June 2, 2007
Andrea, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. May the memories of all of your good times together carry you through this temporary separation. God Bless you and your family. Sarasota has lost one of it's founding fathers.
Terrell Davis
June 2, 2007
Dear Andrea-Terry and I understand your grief at this time but just know your friends are thinking of you and your family. Our condolences on the passing of your father, truly a man who helped shape our Sarasota.
Crystal Corbett
June 1, 2007
My Prayers are with the family in this time. Mr Paver was a wonderful man. He will be truely missed.
David Williams
June 1, 2007
Andrea:
My greatest sympathy for the loss of your father. I am so sorry. Your father contributed so much to "our Sarasota." Please let me know if there is anything you need or if there is anything I can do.
NATALIE & LEE BRUSH
May 31, 2007
SO SORRY TO LEARN OF PAUL'S PASSING;WE REMEMBER SOME GOOD TIMES WE ALL HAD TOGETHER.WHERE DID THE YEARS GO? OUR DEEP SYMPATHY TO YOU ALL.
Holly Strom
May 31, 2007
Dear Doris, Pam, Diana, Randa and Andrea,
My folks sent me this link- my deepest condolences to all of you. I remember a lot of sleep overs at the house in Kensington park- wasn't that ages ago! With love and sympathy,
Holly (Baumring) Strom
Sue Obenauer
May 30, 2007
Dear Mrs. Paver,
I'm a friend of Pam's from highschool and was notified today of her daddy's passing. I want to tell you how sorry i am to hear of Pauls passing and want you to know my prayers are with you and your family at this time. Thinking of you, Sue Obenauer
Sara Folse
May 30, 2007
Doris, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Your long relationship and happy memories will sustain you during this difficult time.
With sincere sympathy,
Sara (Baccus) Folse
Heinz & Margot Affolter
May 30, 2007
Doris and Family, we just were informed by a friend of Sarasota that Paul has passed away on May 26. Please except our condolences and deepest sympathies. We will miss Paul, but the memories of all the good moments we were privileged to spend with him and Doris are unforgettable.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
stephanie green
May 29, 2007
Dear Aunt Doris, Aunt Sydelle, Andrea, Randa, Diana, Pam, Judy and Danny,
I was so saddened to hear of Uncle Paul's passing and wish that I could have both made it to the service and spent more time with you all. I remember nothing but good things about Uncle Paul—his kindness, generosity and spirit especially. I still miss grandpa Stanley every day and wish that he had lived as long as Uncle Paul did, but maybe they are somewhere together now, laughing it up about Uncle Robbie winning the lottery. I send you all love, sympathy and prayers and know that you will have the strength to survive this. Love,
niece/cousin Stephanie
Annie McCullough Webster
May 29, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May all the wonderful memories bring you comfort. He helped create a loving family.
Annie, Al, Hannah and John
Pat,MJ,Shirley
May 29, 2007
Dear Mrs. Paver, Randa,Andrea,Pam and Diana,
May you all be blessed with individual happy memories and draw strength from each other during this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jay& Sherrell McIlwaine/Apple Carpet Cleaning
May 29, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
JJ Mink
May 29, 2007
To our friend, Randa - and all her family and friends. We want you to know we are thinking of you, and wish you great comfort. We also wish to extend our sympathies for the loss of your father, husband, and the wonderful mentor in your lives..
JJ and Ken Mink
Nancy Tatom
May 29, 2007
To Mrs. Paver, Randa, Andrea, Pam, and Diana,
You were so blessed to have such a wonderful man in your life, and he certainly blessed all who knew him and all who knew each of you because of his generous and creative spirit. He will be remembered through all of you.
My deepest sympathies are with you at this time.
Katie Gerhardt
May 29, 2007
Dear Doris, Diana, Andrea, Pam & Randa,
I am privileged to have known Paul and his family and send you my blessings at this difficult time. He was a great man and his influence will continue in this city for many years to come.
lorraine setliff
May 29, 2007
Randa and family: we were saddened to hear of your father's death and we send our thoughts and prayers at this time. Lorraine and Roy Setliff
Lisa Schlesinger
May 29, 2007
Randa - Just wanted you to know that our thoughts are with you and Shawn. I have not lost either of my folks yet, and can't imagine your sorrow. It looks as though there are many that loved and respected your father, which is something to hold onto for the rest of your life.
Our best to you. Lisa and Sue
Janice Calomiris
May 29, 2007
Randa,
I am very glad your father is now at peace. Please except my condolences and extend my deepest sympathies to your family in this time of sorrow. My thoughts and payers are with you all.
With Love,
Paul M., Shirley R. Segal
May 28, 2007
Paul and Stan Paver were both contributors to the wonderfulness of Sarasota Beth Shalom Temple and the members. The Paver Family represented the goodness of our faith. Paul/Shirley Segal and Family. Ocala Florida.
Joan and Bob Brand
May 28, 2007
We are so saddened upon hearing of the loss of Paul. We have wonderful memories of times spent with he, Doris, and the girls.
Deepest sympathy.
Joan and Bob Brand
CHERYL CLARKE
May 28, 2007
DEAR PAVER FAMILY,
YOUR HUSBAND AND FATHER WAS A TRULY WONDERFUL MAN. HIS KINDNESS, INSPIRATION, AND GENEROSITY TOWARD OTHERS WAS BOUNDLESS. HE WILL BE
MISSED BY NOT ONLY HIS FAMILY, BUT EVERYONE HE CAME IN CONTACT WITH. IT WAS, FOR ME, A PRIVILAGE TO HAVE KNOWN HIM. WITH LOVE, CHERYL CLARKE
Judee Bedenko Kensington Park
May 28, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mike Monahan
May 28, 2007
Doris, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I have such fond memories of Paul. His integrity was inspiring and the Paver projects span the county. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten.
Jack Baumring
May 28, 2007
I remember seeing Stanley and Paul each holding the Torah at the Bemah during High holidays.The passage of time is bringing all the old timers back to the arms of Our Lord.May he have peace forever in His arms.Kindest wishes to Doris and the family from Jack and Maxine Baumring.
Susan, Peter, Carla (Gubernick) and Robert Fleischmann
May 28, 2007
To Doris and the girls we send our deepest sympathy on the passing of Paul. We have very fond memories of him from our younger years, especially on the 4th of July, first at your home (with the elevator and phone booth) and then on the boat. What a great man and friend to our father, Paul.
Fred & Winkie Engels
May 28, 2007
Dianna - Our thought and prayers are with you and your family today - Your Dad was a truly generous person and certainly helped Sarasota grow!
Ernest Smith
May 28, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with Doris and family during ths time. Ernest Smith
Doris Edwards
May 28, 2007
Doris and Family, my deepest sympathy on the passing of Paul. He was a beautiful person and I am honored to have known him and to have worked for him. I will always remember him as a sincere, kind & compassionate employer and friend.
My love and prayers to all of you.
Doris Edwards
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