Paul E. Plesha

Plesha, Paul E. born in Sacramento, June 18, 1920, passed away peacefully with the care and comfort of all of his family by his side, on January 16, 2012. Preceded in death by parents Tom and Frances Plesha, his brother Victor, his loving wife Theresa and beloved sons Tom and George. Survived by his daughter, Paula Plesha, partner Laura Spengeman and many nieces and nephews. A member of the "Greatest Generation" who proudly served in World War II in the Aleutian Islands, Paul was a recipient of the Bronze star. He was exalted ruler BPOE Elks Club, Sacramento. He was also past president of 20-30 club, Dante club, Romulus club, Muscular Dystrophy Association, and a founding member of the Arberesh club. Graduate of Sacramento High School, class of '39, Paul was the "Yell leader" of the Cheer squad and the class clown. The world was his stage and there was no better MC or singer of "Red Sails in the Sunset". He enjoyed traveling to Sicily to reconnect with his heritage. Aptos and Hawaii were also favorite destinations. Paul dedicated himself to his family first and foremost. Faced with adversity, he provided leadership, courage, compassion, humor and turned difficulties into positive life experiences. He was instrumental in instituting services for his disabled sons. Paul was a devoted husband, father, friend, a creator of solutions, a caregiver and comforter. Leading by example, he made us all better people. This is his greatest legacy. The world has lost one of the finest men of our time. Visitation from 3-6pm, January 20 followed by Recitation of the Rosary at 6 pm at Nicoletti Funeral Home, 5401 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento, CA. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated January 21, at 10 AM at Sacred Heart Church, 39th and J Street, Sacramento, CA. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of your choice.