Paul Taras STEFANIW
Paul Taras STEFANIW
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Paul STEFANIW Obituary
This obituary was originally published in the Herald Sun.
52 Entries
April 16, 2014
My deepest condolences to the Stefaniw family... I met Peter and Paul at interstate Police basketball championships back in the 80's... Both very lovely blokes... Very sad to hear this news... Felicity Harley
Carol Swayn
April 15, 2014
Deepest sympathy for your sad loss.I went to kindergarten and primary school with Paul & Peter.His birthday was the first boys party Cheryl and I had been invited to.My thoughts are with Peter and his family. Carol
Roby Gillman
April 15, 2014
I am very sorry to here this on SBS Twins. Condolances to all who new Paul
Marietta Steiger
December 24, 2013
I'm allways sad my dealest friend Paul isn't here!
Marietta
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Dilys Clarke
October 30, 2013
Miss you Paul, you were a wonderful person, I think of you often and will always remember your greeting to me in the office "Woof", and our discussions about your dogs and cats.
a. badaracchi
October 21, 2013
Stef, still thinking of you mate and you are truly missed. I still cant believe you have left us!! A true friend and a top fella. Dont forget "its ok".
Rhiannon Dipple
May 29, 2013
Not a day goes past that I don't think about you, missing you always x
Sonia Borysiuk
January 7, 2013
Paul, Since hearing the news of your passing, it has been very difficult, both with a heavy heart and with many tears shed, to write what I feel.
You have given me many fond memories in my life, from our many wonderful times during our years in Plast, as well as the times you visited Adelaide to celebrate birthdays or just for a visit. I will cherish these memories forever.
Today, our Christmas Day, I wanted you to know that you are sadly missed and that my thoughts and prayers and heart are with you, Peter, Roxy and your family.
Vichnaya Pamyat
Nadia Fedorenko
December 23, 2012
Thinking of the Stefaniw family during this difficult time especially on the eve of christmas. Its funny I never met Paul but felt like I knew him through hearing lovely positive stories about him from my mum and our friend who attended the same Church and through an ex partner who is also VicPol. I felt deeply saddened as a human being,a fellow ukrainian and an ex "plastunka" on hearing of his passing. Clearly a beautiful soul as evidenced by the tributes on this site and all that knew him. Gone too soon though Paul will live on in many hearts. Rest in Peace Paul. Love, Solace and Strength to your twin brother Peter, your beautiful children and all the Stefaniw family.
St Tre
December 21, 2012
Le vent souffle
l'amour s'ecoule
le temps s'arréte
et avec toi, je reste
Mary Kohl
December 20, 2012
Rest in Peace Paul! Mary
Beth Thompson
December 19, 2012
To Peter, my heart has been so sad since hearing of the death of lovely Paul. Such fond memories of good times with the two of you and in particular Pauls wonderful sense of humor and great smile that lit up the room. My heart hurts for you Peter and for Pauls family. You are in my thoughts at this difficult time. Beth (Possum) xx
A. Badaracchi
December 16, 2012
Stef, thanks for all the laughs and the good times we had mate. You always made me happy with your police war stories and funny one liners!! I will never forget you and hope you are at peace now. Cheers my big friend with the big heart! Bye mate, AB.
December 16, 2012
December 14, 2012
Darling Paul,come back we miss you too much,-Detty x
Peter STEFANIW
December 13, 2012
To my dearest friends who have entered condolences in this book. My sincere thanks to you all for your kind words in the passing of my dearest(twin) brother, Paul. I was born, lived and died with him. Your thoughts and prayers for him and my families have made grieving just that little easier. I hope Paul, you have now found peace and can rest your troubled heart. I know you are around me because i can feel you.
Dont worry, "its OK"
love, "the other half"
Patrick Herft
December 10, 2012
I'm so sorry I've just found out of the sad passing of Paul. My deepest sympathies to Maryanne, Leisa, Nicholas, Peter & families. I have been massaging Paul for over 13 years. His beaming smile & laugh will never be forgotten. Thank you for your friendship. Patrick Herft - pH MASSAGE
Liana and Katya Slipetsky
December 10, 2012
To our favourite Uki twins Pavlo and Petro.
You made out Plast days memorable.
Syl'no Krasno Oberezhno Bystro
We will only ever remember those beaming smiles.
Beautiful souls the pair of you.
Proud Ukrainians.
We will never forget you Pavle and always here for you Petre x
It's a twin thing ... Liana and Katya Slipetsky
Michelle Ewart
December 9, 2012
I will miss when our families got together and went to the zoo or drive in often. The way you could just stand there and hold up a finger in front and you would make me laugh for hours. So many good memories that will never be forgotten RIP xx
Susanna
December 9, 2012
I will miss you calling me "Fraulein" and calling out "Auf Wiedersehen" when you left the office. Your were a good and kind man and police officer.I am thankful to have known and worked with you. Auf Wiedersehen.
Diane Hall
December 9, 2012
Peter, I met Paul more than 25 years ago and knew him to be a very kind and truely a gentleman. I was very sadened to hear of his passing. My thoughts are with your families at this time, my deepest sympathy
December 8, 2012
Stefaniw, Paul
The fond childhood memories of dear cousin Paul shall not pass away.
2 Corinthians 5:1- "…For we know that if the earthly tent we live in is destroyed, we have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens…"
Our deepest condolences and prayers for Peter, Roxolana and their families. With love - cousin Nadia & Otto, Joelle & Ariel.
Kristina Lutak
December 8, 2012
Paul,
For the time we have known each other has been great! From all the stories that Mama and Tato have told me to all the funny jokes you shared when you came to visit us in Canberra. It will never be forgotten, you have a heart of gold.
You will always live in our hearts and prayers. My dearest sympathy to Peter, Roxanne, Leisa, Nicholas and Maryanne. May you rest in peace.
Vichnaya Pamyt
December 8, 2012
Dear Peter, We were very shocked and saddened to hear of the tragic death of your twin Paul and also of hearing of the passing of your darling mother, who was part of our family for many years. We lost contact when we moved away, but often think of you all with fond memories, Love from Julie, John, Anthony, Cameron and Shannon Wallace
December 8, 2012
Paul. A lovely human being. Gone too soon. My thoughts are with your twin brother Peter and your family. Police Life certainly loved the Stefaniw twins. Marilyn Miller
Taras Pashulya
December 7, 2012
Such a rare person - such a short life.
Sorry that we could not be there for you - you have always been there for us. Will miss you a lot. Rest in peace. Vichnaya pamyat'.
Taras and Maryana
Andre Kozaczynsky
December 7, 2012
My dear cousin Paul, your passing is a loss that we will feel eternally. You are nothing short of a gem of a man, with a heart of gold. You are now our diamond in the sky. Our deepest sympathy to Pete,Roxy,Lesia,Nicholas & Maryanne. I will be forever proud of my caring cousin Paul. With love from Andre, Lane, Maggie & Grace Kozaczynsky XX
Marcella Kozaczynsky
December 7, 2012
My Dearest Godson Paul, may you rest in peace. Dear Roxolana, Peter and the whole Stefaniw family I offer my deepest sympathy. Love Teta Marcella
Tania Kozaczynsky-Edwards
December 7, 2012
Paul, I feel so privileged to call you my cousin. Forever a gentleman. Rest in Peace. Love Tania
Julie Leder
December 7, 2012
I always looked forward to seeing your smiling face at Police functions. I'll miss ya mate!
Julie Leder
Victoria Police Band
December 6, 2012
Stef The pleasure was definatley all mine to have known you twice. You had the biggest marshmallow heart and were such a giver. I always loved you and will never loose that love for you. Some words you sent to me once, I now need to send back to you (thanks for the mwahs..they arrived with a tail wind last night and did wonders...)I know that you are still boxing on Stef... oh and I do!
Mar Steig
December 6, 2012
Paul. remembering yo is easy, I do it every day, but missing you is still a heartache that never goes away. Forever in my heart. mar
Des and Angela Fedasch
December 6, 2012
Paul, what a pleasure to briefly know you. You made us most welcome in your home on a couple of our visits to meet our "lost" relatives in Melbourne. Nothing was too much trouble for you.You were charming, funny and a pleasure to meet. May you rest in peace. xx Des, Angela and Leon Fedasch
December 6, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. A tender thought that brings a tear, A silent wish that you were here. xo (There 'tis.) Deepest sympathy to Peter and the Stefaniw family. - Linda.
December 6, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. Dearest Paul, you are an amazing person, and an even better uncle. Love - Rhiannon.
December 6, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. Darling Paul, memories of you are endless. Love and miss you. - 'Detty'.
December 6, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. Uncle Paul, I will miss you forever. - Adam. Rest in Peace 'Les Mykyta'
December 6, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul LSC 25440. My dearest brother Paul, your tour of duty has now concluded. Rest gently in peace so your heart can relax. You were born, lived and died in my heart. What an honour to know you. All my love 'Big Kahuna' - Pete.
December 6, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul Taras. My Dear Husband Paul, Thank you for all the wonderful memories we shared over the years. Thank you for the beautiful children we have. The emptiness that is now left can never be filled. I pray you find serenity in your 'perfect world'. Rest in peace -Maryanne. My Loving Dad, Thank you for every moment you made me happy. I will continue to carry out my duties and never stop our activities of camping and fishing. I will make you a very proud father, for I know you will be looking down from above helping and cheering me on. Rest in peace. Gone fishin' - Nicholas. To Dad, There aren't enough words in the world to say how much I love you and how much I will miss you. Thank you for every day in which you made me laugh. I wish you were here with us. Give Busia a big hug. Love always - Lesia. Forever yours - Kyrka.
December 5, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. Thank you for sharing a lifetime of good and happy memories. We will miss you - Mr and Mrs D, Lee, Deb and Mike.
December 5, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. Members of the Blue Ribbon Foundation would like to pass on our deepest sympathies to Peter and members of the Stefaniw family on the passing of Paul. We have lost a loyal friend, and the community, a dedicated member of its Police Force.
December 5, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. My dearest brother and friend, my rare and precious gift. Love - Roxolana.
December 4, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. "Big Kahuna" One of the nicest guys in the job. Gone Fishing - Dr Smith.
December 4, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. Deepest sympathy and condolences to Pete and family on the tragic loss of Paul. - Past and Present Members of the Specialist Response Division (Water Police, Search and Rescue, Police Air Wing).
December 4, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. A great man and an even greater friend. We will miss your regular holidays here with us. Forever in our hearts - John and Di.
December 4, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. The Management and Staff at the Traffic Camera Office mourn the passing of their work colleague Leading Senior Constable Paul Stefaniw 25440. Paul was a long- standing member at the TCO and was a valued friend and colleague to all. Our deepest condolences to Maryanne, Lesia, Nick and his family. (Goodbye Big Kahuna)
December 4, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. The President, Executive and Members of The Police Association mourn the passing of Senior Constable Stefaniw and extend their deepest sympathy to his family. At Rest
December 4, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. Our long time friend and associate Our thoughts are with Paul's family and children. - Sarah and Paul, Jessica and Robbie Williams and Neil Gloster. Sadly Missed
December 4, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. L/S/C 25440 Members of the Kingston CIU would like to pass on our deepest sympathies to Peter and members of the Stefaniw family on the loss of a respected member of the Victoria Police.
December 4, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. The Office of the Assistant Commissioner of the Road Policing Command is deeply saddened by the loss of leading Senior Constable Paul Stefaniw. The Road Policing Command send their condolences to Paul's family and friends.
December 4, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul Taras. Leading Senior Constable 25440 The Chief Commissioner, Officers and Employees of the Victoria Police Force regret the tragic death of their colleague and offer their deepest sympathy to his family.
December 4, 2012
STEFANIW. - Paul. My loving uncle and Godfather, I always looked up to you. Now you're even higher. Say hi to Buc. Love - Valiska.
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