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PAUL CRUMB Obituary
Ocala - Paul Crumb, age 89, died peacefully at home Sunday, May 11, 2014 in Ocala, FL with his family at his side.
Mr. Crumb is survived by his wife, Eunice Hotelling Crumb and three children; Sandra Joye Holmes, Barbara (Ed) Edeker and Russell David Crumb. He also leaves behind ten grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren with number 23 due on Paul's 90th birthday. He is also survived by a daughter-in-law, Linda Crumb; a sister, Isabelle Crumb Webb of Preble, NY and a brother, David Crumb of Ocklawaha, FL as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins. Besides his parents, he was predeceased by a son, Paul Franklin Crumb, II; brothers, Thurston, Kenneth and Phillip.
Paul was born November 24, 1924 in Deposit, NY, the second son of Andrew and Idabelle Clark Crumb. He attended schools in Windsor, Cincinnatus and Marathon, NY. After being discharged from the U.S. Army on December 29, 1945, he married Eunice and together they raised their family in Brooktondale, NY where Paul was the Rural Letter Carrier for 28 years. Paul had been residing in Ocala, FL with his wife of 64 years since 1985. Paul was a veteran of World War II, where he earned many medals including two Purple Hearts and a Bronze Star. He was a proud member of MPEG 427th, the 425th, and K company of the 47th RGT. Paul was proud of his service to the community and his country. He was instrumental in founding the Brooktondale Community Center and served on the Camp McCormick Advisory Board for many years. Paul was a life member of the NYS Rural Letter Carriers, Brooktondale Volunteer Fire Department, Dryden Township Post 8158, Veterans of Foreign Wars, DAV Chapter 85 and American Legion Post 284 both of Belleview, FL. The discipline, patriotism and service to country that he learned in the U.S. Army never left him as friends and family will attest.
Calling hours will be held Friday, May 16 from 1 to 2 PM at the Perkins Funeral Home, 55 West Main Street, Dryden, NY with a funeral to follow at 2 PM. Donations can be made to the Brooktondale Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 25, Brooktondale, NY 14817 or to the Brooktondale Community Center, 524 Valley Road, Brooktondale, NY 14817.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jim & Vance
May 8, 2019
Remembering a fine man on the fifth anniversary of his passing. We think of him fondly every time a bluebird taps on our window or visits our yard.
Brian Hotelling
May 16, 2014
Paul was a great uncle that I will miss very much. He was a courageous and modest soldier and man - a leader in his community.
Tim & Patti Anderson
May 16, 2014
Russ and Family,
Our thoughts are with all of you at this difficult time.I'm sorry for your loss!
Victoria Crumb
May 15, 2014
Rest in peace Paul .... You will be greatly missed !!
May 15, 2014
Eunice & Family my mom & dad (Paul & Vivian Bush) just told me of Paul's passing. Tom & I (Sharon) express our deepest sympathy. He will be missed by many of his friends & family.
Sharon & Tom Rountree
Ann Kesti
May 15, 2014
Eunice and Family, I was so sorry to hear of Paul's passing. While I knew him only a short time from bingo, I enjoyed his smile and quick wit. My deepest sympathies and may your many memories bring you comfort during this difficult time.
May 15, 2014
Eunie,Sandy,Barb, Russ and family: I am sorry to hear of your loss! Growing up your home was like our second home. Many many fond memories! You can be proud, Paul was a wonderful, caring person. Hold onto your fond memories and cherish them.
Doris & Pat Ferrese
May 15, 2014
Dear Eunice & Family, when we moved to South Gate Manor 27 years ago, Eunice & Paul were the first people we met and we've been good friends all these years..We have wonderful memories together, something we wouldn't trade for all the money in the world.We will miss Paul more than words can say..A great man and a true friend..
Our deepest Sympathy,
Doris & Pat
Bob & Edie Spaulding
May 15, 2014
We are so sorry to see that Paul has died! I understand the grief when someone this close to you dies. Our sympathies to the Crumb family, I know he will be greatly missed!
Leanna Dixon
May 15, 2014
Mr. Crumb was one our school's biggest supporters and what a role model for our students. Hammett L. Bowen Jr. Elementary will truly miss his wit, wisdom, and love of life. Mrs. Crumb, you are in our prayers.
Resa Monticello
May 14, 2014
Aunt Eunice, Uncle Paul was a true gentleman in every sense of the word. He was always willing to help anyone. One of his best traits was his ability to talk to people not talk at them. That is one thing that endeared him to people. He was a good man and I consider it a privilege to call him Uncle.
Jim Stefl & Vance Edeker
May 14, 2014
It was an honor and a privilege to meet and get to know this true American hero! His love of country was an inspiration to those whose lives he touched with his first-hand accounts of his service in WWII. We're as unlikely to forget him as the war in which he fought to guarantee our freedom!
May 14, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Eunice
and the whole family.
We have all lost a true Patriot and a good friend.
Ed and Lucille Jaworski
JACKI BROOKS
May 14, 2014
Eunnie and I worked at the NY Telephone Company on Tioga St and that is how I met Paul who was always a very kind, gentle, considerate and helpful person. Paul would always come to pick up Eunnie to take her home. Paul is in heaven now looking down on his family
Roxanne Hills and Family
May 14, 2014
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
May 13, 2014
So sorry, our thoughts and prayers for the whole family. Love, stella & covert
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