DULL, Paul D. 68, died January 22, 2017. Born February 12, 1948 in Hannibal, MO. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Janet Dull; son, Joe Dull; brother in-law, Steve Brammer, sister in-law, June Aubry. Paul is survived by his wife of 47 years, Colleen; sons, Jason Dull (Joe Madrigrano) of NYC, John Dull and Josh Dull of Tucson; sister, Janet Jo Brammer of CA; brothers-in-law, Gary (Jeanne) Heintz, Jim (Susie) Heintz, David Aubry of Tucson; grandchildren, Justin Dull of WA, and Madison Dull of Tucson, many nieces and nephews. Paul was a 1966 graduate of Palo Verde HS, participating in football, basketball and swimming (winning 4 State Championships in backstroke). He served in the US Army and is a Vietnam veteran. He taught and coached in TUSD for 36 years, coaching the Cholla Chargers to a 1992 State Basketball Championship. Paul was inducted into the Pima County Sports Hall of Fame in 2013. After retirement, Paul's "job" was to get his handicap down while enjoying time with his many golf buddies. Per his request, there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice. Arrangements by DESERT SUNSET FUNERAL HOME.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star from Jan. 25 to Jan. 29, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul DULL

20 Entries

Stephen Thomas whipp

January 19, 2023

Met Paul during 7th grade at Fickett Jr. High school. We both played on the basketball team, however, he was good and I was short and less talented. Great man and friend.

Hon. Robert "Bobby" Castillo Pueblo High School class of 1966.

January 19, 2022

I was unaware of Paul's passing. I knew Paul from high school basketball as a competitor. My most deep and sincere condolences to Paul's family and fast friends. I last visited with him at his PCHF induction ceremony and joked that we thought his sport was BB because he was so competitive and such a challenge to the PHS Warriors. Come to find that his sport was SWIMMING! He was a championship swimmer dang it! He was just doing BB as a side sport. I respect Paul and all his many accomplishments in his 68 years. He was gone too quickly and it saddens me greatly. I liked Paul alot ; he was not only a great athlete, student mentor and an excellent coach, but a graceful and fine human being. See you on the side Paul. Bobby C.

February 2, 2017

Gary, I am so sorry to hear of your brother-in-law's passing.
Sending prayers to all the family. Freddie Kalil Schutten

February 2, 2017

Colleen and family,
I just learned of Paul's death from the Salpointe newsletter. I am so sorry to hear of Paul's passing! My thoughts and prayers are with you as you go through this difficult time of loss.
Mike Berger, '68

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Dr. John T Urban

February 2, 2017

Colleen, I know that we only knew each other in passing at Salpointe but I wanted to tell you how sorry I am to hear of Paul's passing. I will keep him, you and your family in my prayers.
Dr. John T Urban,Ed D. '68

January 31, 2017

Dear Colleen, I am so sorry to hear of your loss of Paul. You two had an amazing journey in this life as we know it. I would only wish many others had just a little of the great love you two shared during your time together. With fond memories,
Laurie Smith

Cynthia Gonzales

January 31, 2017

Colleen I am sorry to hear of Paul's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Salpointe Catholic High School

January 30, 2017

The Salpointe Catholic High School community extends deepest sympathy to Mr. Dull's family and friends. You are in our prayers at this difficult time.

Bobby Castillo

January 28, 2017

My most sincere condolences to Paul's family. As a 1966 Pueblo High School basketball player. I met Paul on several occasions as an opponent. What a player and what a fine person he was. I am saddened by his passing and I only wish I had visited with him more often. Que vayas con Dios mi amigo.

January 27, 2017

Colleen, My prayers are with you and your family. Paul was such a great guy!! I really enjoyed working with him. He has left us way too soon. Pat Vold

Chris Walburn Hill

January 27, 2017

Colleen and family so sorry to hear about Paul's passing.

Jerry Helm

January 26, 2017

Paul and I shared the Pueblo swimming pool as we coached our teams--he with Cholla High and I with the Pueblo team. He was always a kind, sharing gentleman, very professional and easy to work alongside. I shall miss him. My condolences to Colleen and the family.
Jerry Helm

Bill Cox

January 26, 2017

I wish to add my most sincere condolences to the Dull family. I played football at Palo Verde High with Paul and thank goodness for his great set of hands. But I will give Paul the highest regard that I can think of; that of Gentleman. He was always the sincere gentleman and I know he will be missed by many.

January 26, 2017

I met Paul when I was about 12 years old when he was hired by my dad, Glen Harcus, to be the swim coach at Skyline Bel Aire Estates. It was a small team but he kept us swimming and winning.
I am sorry for your lose and hope time and memories will heal your hearts.

My deepest sympathy,
Pennie Harcus

January 26, 2017

Dear Colleen and family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Bonnie Langston

January 25, 2017

Warmest regards to the Dull family. A quality Man that helped others be better Men...Celebrate his life.
A coaching colleague..
Rod A

Bruce Ash

January 25, 2017

Paul Dull was by far one of the best high school swimmers of the 1960's. Period.
For those of us who knew him we all respected his great athletic prowess.
Bruce Ash
Tucson ,AZ

Stephen Whipp

January 25, 2017

Dear Dull Family;

My deepest thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Today brings back the memories of playing basketball with Paul at Fickett Junior High and being a fellow classmate at Palo Verde High School, along with graduating with him in 1966. His life and accomplishments made this a much better world.

Bob and Terri Gastellum

January 25, 2017

Dear Dull Family,
Our Thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. I had the pleasure of working with Paul at Cholla High for many years.

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