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Paul Gawenus Obituary
The son of the late Otto Gawenus and Friea Roessler Gawenus, he was born December 7, 1929 in Flushing, N.Y.
Survivors include his wife, Bernice Babcock Gawenus at home; three sons, Mark Gawenus and Paula of Port Jervis, Dan Gawenus and wife Linda of Maine and Brian Gawenus of Pennsylvania; five grandchildren, Marlana, Jason, Jennifer, Rebecca and Shane; three great-grandchildren, David, Joshua and Heather.
Friends may call from 7-9 p.m., Tuesday, December 11 at the Knight-Auchmoody Funeral home, 154 E. Main St., Port Jervis. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. Interment will take place privately with the family.
Arrangements by Knight-Auchmoody Funeral Home. For information, directions or to send a condolence note to the family, visit knight-auchmoody.com 845-856-3312
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Gawenus
Millie (Jones) McConnell
December 23, 2007
Dan,
I am sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. You and I graduated in 1974, and I hope you remember me.
You and my Dad worked at Spangenberg Vault many years ago.
My Dad passed away in 2004.
Please contact me, as I have often thought of you and Linda.
My thoughts go out to you and your family.
Millie (Jones) McConnell.
Harley & Connie Morrison
December 18, 2007
Bernice we were so sorry to hear about Paul's passing. Our Prayers
are with you. He was a good and kind friend we will miss him.
Paul KD3L & kathy N3HKE Hild
December 18, 2007
Paul was always there for some one needing help! Most times you did not have to ask. I am really going to miss a good friend who was always there for me!
I was calling him on the Radio. When I got the message. I felt like I was hit with a sledge hammer. I know I will sure miss him.
Kathy and I were sorry to hear the news and both of us will miss him.
Bernice we send our thoughts and love.
Paul 73 and safe journey
Bud and Phyllis Kingsbury
December 17, 2007
Dear Bernice, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are saddened by your loss.
Roger (WB4HDW) Schmitt
December 17, 2007
Sorry to hear that Paul is now a SILENT KEY, my final 73's .- .-.
Gary & Angela Gish
December 15, 2007
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Betty J. Stickert
December 15, 2007
My sister Barbara Meurer and I am so sorry to hear of Paul's passing. We'll be thinking of you Bernice and your family.
Happ and Polly Feser
December 15, 2007
We feel your loss greatly. Sincere condolences.
Frank Smith
December 14, 2007
We are so saddended by your loss. We had so many good times, yard sales, swap marts and most of all I enjoyed Paul at the woodshop and his good advice he gave me.
Curtis & Elaine Grabau
December 14, 2007
Dear Bernice & Family, Our thoughts & prayers are with you.We have many fine memories of good times together.
Art and Donna Kress
December 14, 2007
Our sympathies are with Bernice and family, Paul made many friends in P.E.M. HE Contributed his many talents to the woodshop.He was missed when he left P.E.M. But we all have very fond memories of him.
Jim & Ruth Holstine
December 14, 2007
Our deepest sympathy to Bernice & family. Paul was our caring helpful neighbor & friend in Pueblo El Mirage. May God be with you at this time.
Don/Joan Skinner
December 14, 2007
We sure had some great times together and if you ever needed help, Paul was there to help and fix. He was a very giving person.
Jim and Betty Denning
December 13, 2007
Paul was a great friend and neighbor. We will miss him dearly.
Brian Gawenus
December 13, 2007
Im the youngest in the family of three Brothers my dad has always been there thru thick and thin and has touch so many lives in so many ways he has taught me what i know today, My Dad will be Missed Dearly in all our Hearts, just remember all the good memorys we had and go on, my Dad was there for my mom with all her problems now us Kids must watch and help her because they where always there for us it is now our turn to take care of mom. Love you both so much. Brian and Deborah
Marie Vernon - k3mev
December 12, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Arthur Smith - kb3fli
December 12, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
David Henry (W2DRH)
December 12, 2007
Having had Paul for a close friend since 1965, I am deeply saddened by the news of his passing. His loss will deeply felt by all that knew him. I can only say I will say another prayer for the family and his loving wife. God Bless you all!
Kevin & Lisa Gawenus
December 11, 2007
So sorry to hear of Paul's passing. May the love of friends and family help carry you through your grief.
Gary and Amy Winglovitz
December 11, 2007
We are sadden to hear of Paul's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Gawenus Family.
Rebecca Gawenus
December 11, 2007
Pop i'll miss you you held everyone together and now that you're gone we'll all try our best to keep grandma strong i love you and i miss you :( ..
AJ and Chuck
December 11, 2007
Paul, you will be missed. You were a great and giving person. I appreciate all the knowledge you have were so kind enough to pass along.
From everyone at Advanced Recovery we would all like to say Thank you for blessing us with your presence and knowledge. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
Karen Bea
December 11, 2007
Dan - My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Karen Bea
December 11, 2007
Dan - I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Gerald, Robin and Kids Mead
December 10, 2007
We are so sorry to hear about Uncle Paul. My prayers are with you guys.
olivia & fred may
December 10, 2007
we are very saddened to hear of Paul's passing. we lost a good friend. our condolences to the family.
olivia and fred may
Steve LaCroce - N2TMT
December 10, 2007
I am very sorry to hear that Paul passed, he was a good guy! I will miss hearing him on the radio,always a gentleman.
Bob day
December 10, 2007
Sincere sympathy to all family members Bob & Dot Day Betty Smith
Sally, Jess and Mihaly jr.
December 10, 2007
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Barbara and Bill Sutton
December 10, 2007
Dear Bernice and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Paul's passing. I just saw you on Friday in Rite Aid and you said Paul was waiting in the car for you. God be with you and your family. My prayers are with you.
Jason & Jessica Gawenus
December 10, 2007
Grandpa Will Be Well MIssed And He Was Well Loved.
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