PAUL R. GARDELLA Jr.

PAUL GARDELLA Obituary

PAUL R. GARDELLA, JR. CDR, USN (Ret) (Age 55)
Of Burke, VA on May 28, 2012. Survived by beloved wife of 31½ years, Joyce, three children, one grandchild, two siblings and his parents. A memorial service will be held at Burke Community Church, 9900 Old Keene Mill Road, Burke, VA on Saturday, June 2 at 10 a.m. Please view and sign the family guestbook online at www.jeffersonfuneralchapel.com where a list of contributions in lieu of flowers is offered.

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Published by The Washington Post on May 31, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for PAUL GARDELLA

11 Entries

Norby Vondra

May 26, 2019

I remember Paul for his humor,intelligence,logic,and kindness. Yes,he was the student, boys scout leader,and person that everyone could not help but like. One story that still makes me laugh was when Paul was my tentmate camping in upstate New York with troop 36 Boy Scouts. Before dawn, Paul went outside of our tent and thought that he heard a bear. He dove inside landing on me which made me think that I was being attacked by a bear and the screams woke up the whole troop in a panic. I also was a little upset when Paul threw all of my gear and sleeping bag outside of our tent when he thought that my pet snake had escaped. Even though we drifted apart,Paul was a big part of my early life and a positive influence that I can never forget. I know that he is truly at peace with our Lord and Savior for eternity. Norby Vondra classmate of Paul 1974 Sacred Heart

Paul Meredith

June 18, 2012

From a former BCC Men's Ministry friend, I am very saddened to hear of Paul's passing. He had a great heart and we had some good weekends together. Sincerely, Paul Meredith

Thomas Rea

June 8, 2012

Dear Joyce and Family,

I just learned of Paul's sudden passing today from Hugh. I am so sorry and send you my heartfelt sympathy and prayers that God will give you the strength to cope with this tragic loss.

Rick Palena

June 3, 2012

Dear Joyce and Family,

I was a friend of Paul's during our time in the NROTC unit at Villanova. It is with great sadness that I heard of Paul's passing.
With deep sympathy,

Art Corbett

June 2, 2012

Dear Joyce and Gardella Family,

I am among Paul's many friends from Villanova NROTC who hold fond memories and deep respect for Paul. We are all deeply saddened by this news. Confident that Paul is now rejoined with the Lord, we will remember you and your family in our prayers as we share his loss.
With deepest sympathy,
Art Corbett USMC Ret.

Bob &Cathy Tate

June 1, 2012

Dear Joyce -

I know you don't remember me, but I was at Villanova U. NROTC with Paul; we were the same year group along with Dave Young, with whom I went to boot camp in 1976. I was in awe of Paul, like you he was a brilliant student who literally excelled at everything... He was our NROTC class leader, and I always valued his friendship. You two were soooo made for each other, I cannot begin to fathom what you are going through, but I can only tell you how sorry I am to hear of this terrific loss, and how much I am praying for you to get through this, bless you Joyce, for now and forever,

In Christ,

Bob Tate
Executive Director
Truro Anglican Church

Fred McLaren

June 1, 2012

Joyce and family, I am so very sorry to hear about Paul passing away ... He was great friend during our years at Villanova and the NROTC unit... I know we all lost contact over the years as we each pursued our own careers and lives after graduation, but it was good to briefly reconnect with him on Facebook after all this time. Please let me know if I can be of any help through this very difficult time... He is now with God and that is some consolation.

June 1, 2012

Joyce and family: "During our years at Sacred Heart, Paul was one of my dearest friends. From my earliest memories of Paul, he had the greatest desire to join the navy. Together we joined boy scout troop 36, were simultaneously inducted into the"Order of the Arrow', fished, biked,collected coins,and ran on Sacred Heart's first winning cross country team. When Paul first earned his pilot's license, we flew over Landis Ave in Vineland at night as it was awesome. Our country was extremely fortunate to have a man of Paul's character and integrity in the service. Everyone in school loved and admired Paul for his witt, inteligence, and friendship. Paul was a true role model for anyone having the pleasure to have known him. I know how very much he will be missed." Norby Vondra (Pittsgrove,NJ)

May 31, 2012

to an old friend from the boy scout days you will be dearly missed and always in my prayers your friend kevin greico

May 31, 2012

All of us from the Lake Braddock Track and Camp Varsity community send our thoughts and prayers.
Coach Digby and Camp Staff

Dawn Schaefer

May 31, 2012

Dear Joyce and family: I'm so sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

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