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Paul Tougaw Obituary

Paul William Tougaw VALPARAISO, IN - Paul William Tougaw, 70, of Valparaiso, passed away Wednesday, October 25, 2017. He was born June 22, 1947 in Princeton, IN the son of Paul C. and Violet M. (Kennedy) Tougaw. Paul was an Education Professor at Valparaiso University and a former Teacher and Superintendent of Red Hill School District 10 in southern Illinois. He was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, Kappa Delta Phi, the St. Paul Men's Club, and a former Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus. On April 22, 1967 he married Ruby G. Rigg, who survives in Valparaiso. Also surviving are his children: Douglas (Cindy) Tougaw and Laura (Jon) Sanders of Valparaiso; five grandchildren: Leanne, Jenni, Alex, Isabel and Abby and a brother Edward (Ellen) Tougaw of Ringgold, GA. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation will be held Sunday, October 29, 2017, 4:00-7:00 PM, with a Wake Service at 4:00 PM, at BARTHOLOMEW FUNERAL HOME, 102 Monroe St., Valparaiso and Monday, 10:00 AM until time of Funeral Mass at the church. A Funeral Mass will be held Monday, October 30, 2017, at 11:00 AM at St. Paul Catholic Church, 1855 W. Harrison Blvd, Valparaiso, Rev. Joseph Pawlowski officiating. Burial will be in St. Francisville Catholic Cemetery in St. Francisville, IL. In lieu of flowers, Memorial Donations may be made to, the VNA Hospice Center, the American Cancer Society, the American Heart Association or the American Diabetes Association. www.bartholomewnewhard.com

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Published by The Times on Oct. 27, 2017.

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Shawn Penrod

October 29, 2017

I always remember greeting him in the hall by his classroom door between classes. Never had him as a teacher in my classes, though he was always smiling when l'd see him. Another great man and Teacher that will live in our hearts and memories. Prayers, love, blessings and condolences to his family and friends.

Pat Maher

October 28, 2017

Hello Laura,
I was so sorry to hear about your father. Sending warm thoughts and a big hug to you and your family.

Bud Hall

October 28, 2017

What a great guy! We had so much fun, when we could get together for Archery shoots in S. Indiana. Haven't had a chance to see Butch for awhile, but his has been in our conversations often! He was a true gentleman, he will be missed, but he will still be in our memories.

Elaine Richardson

October 26, 2017

Dear Laura and family. We share your grief and are holding you all in our thoughts and prayers. Elaine and Roy

David Reedy

October 26, 2017

Your family is my heart and prayers.

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