Name: Viewing for PAUL LOPEZ
Start: 2016-09-22T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2016-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Location: CLOSED-McGilley Memorial Chapel-Midtown

Corporal Paul E. Lopez, 69, died peacefully in his Kansas City, MO home on Sept. 18, 2016. A veteran of the Vietnam War, he was part of the 1st Battalion 9th Marines & 3rd Battalion 3rd Marines from 1966 – 1969. Paul was born April 24, 1947 in Kansas City, MO to Florentino and Andrea Lopez. In 1966, he joined the armed forces and was assigned to the U.S. Marine Corps. He was then deployed to the Vietnam front lines as a private. From there he became a corporal in 1968. The next year, he was wounded in action and awarded the Purple Heart. Cpl. Lopez was a strong and brave soldier, as well as a loving father. He married Rosa Lopez in Kansas City, MO in 1990. He dedicated his career to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) where he would spend 35 years influencing the lives that were around him and will be missed. He is survived by his wife, Rosa; daughters, Monica, Lisa, and Malessa; his son, Alex; his 4 grandchildren; his 2 great- grandchildren; his brothers, Florentino Jr and Jesse; his dear friends, Art and Jesse Gonzales. He is preceded in death by his five brothers and four sisters. A viewing will take place at McGilley Midtown Chapel on Thursday, Sept. 22 from 5 pm – 7 pm with a rosary prayed at 7 pm. Mass of Christian Burial will be at Redemptorist Church, 3333 Broadway KCMO, the next day, Friday, Sept. 23, at 9:30 am with the burial following immediately in Mt. St. Mary's Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to VA Volunteer Services, c/o Hospice, 4801 Linwood Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64128. Online condolences may be offered at www.mcgilleymidtownchapel.com. Arrangements through McGilley Midtown Chapel 816- 753-6200. McGilley Midtown Chapel, Dignity Memorial, Life Well Celebrated

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Published by Kansas City Star on Sep. 21, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
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Alex Garcia

October 24, 2016

My condolences to the Lopez family. I knew Paul as part of our FAA family and considered him a friend. I remember the good times we had and appreciate his service and dedication to the aviation community. He will be missed.

Judy and Bruce Pearlstein

October 5, 2016

Rosa,
We are so sorry to hear about Paul's death. He was such a nice man. We enjoyed getting to know him at the Christmas eve gatherings with Tino and Delores and the rest of the family.

Joe Robertson

September 28, 2016

Rosa, so sorry to hear about your loss. You and your family are in our prayers

Connie KASL

September 24, 2016

My condolences to you Rosa and your family. It was such an honor to know him. I will always be thankful for his courage and commitment in serving his country! I will never forget his smile, his kindness,his joy and love of Rosa, family, friends and life that were so evident whenever I saw him. He will be truly missed. My mother Helen Lopez, my husband Dewayne and I will pray for him and your family.His memory will be with us always.

Jeannie Loya

September 23, 2016

My Sincere condolences to Paul's wife, Rosa, and their family.
It was good to see you both at our Bishop Lillis 50th HS Reunion last October.
Rest in peace, old friend!

Jeannie Loya (Lopez)

Enriqueta Lujan

September 22, 2016

Sorry for your loss, Familia Lopez. May God confort you in your sorrow. I knew Paul when we were high school (50 yrs ago). He was nice.

Jeff Gehring

September 22, 2016

So sad to hear of Paul's passing. Like many others in the Kansas City FAA community, I have lots of good memories of Paul from my time in engineering there. He was always a helpful upbeat soul you could count on! And the picnics at the Staging Area were the best!

My deepest sympathies to his family and friends.

Jeff Gehring (FAA ret 2013)

September 22, 2016

ROSA AND FAMILY I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. UNCLE PAUL WAS THE SWEETEST UNCLE. HE WILL BE MISSED. GOD BLESS YOU ROSA FOR LOVING TAKING SUCH GOOD CARE OF HIM LINDA AND ANGELO NIGRO (SO PLFD NJ)

Rick Louiselle

September 22, 2016

Paul was always one who could/would jump in and help "make it happen" for anyone needing the services available through the Staging Area. Was great catching up with him during the picnic events held there that also were a result of his hard work and efforts done for benefit of all his FAA companions. Good to have known ya, Paul - bye for now. Rick Louiselle FAA-KCMO

Janice & Robert Gonzales

September 21, 2016

We have been blessed to have known Paul as a good friend, gracious and loving to all he met. May his wife and family find peace in knowing he will forever be watching over them.

John Jamboretz - FAA

September 21, 2016

I always enjoyed visiting the FAA Staging Area and saluting "General Lopez", "Commander and Chief"! I was unaware of his purple heart, but I knew his endearing nature, kind spirit, and gentle heart. Thoughts and prayers for Paul and family, may Christ's grace and peace be with you.

William Daugherty - FAA

September 21, 2016

I worked at the FAA in another building from Paul but everyone in the four state region knew and respected Paul; he was legendary. My sympathies to his family. I know how special he was and how much he will be missed.

Barbara Schrader

September 21, 2016

Know that you are in my prayers that your minds, hearts and spirits might be graced with special memories. You took such good care of him.

I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you all.karen Morehouse

September 20, 2016

Rosa and Family, I am so sorry for your loss. God bless you all.

September 20, 2016

Rosa, Alex and family -
So very sad to hear of Paul's passing. He was such a sweet man. I remember him so vividly from the track meets.
Thinking of you all...
~ the DiMiceli family

Steve Alagna

September 20, 2016

I'll always remember Paul cheering on Alex and our team at swim and track meets. He always taught us to do everything "con huevos!" Sending love and prayers to the Lopez family from St. Louis.

Adrian and Cuca Suarez

September 20, 2016

Paul: Siempre seras recordado con amor,por tu buen humor, tu sonrisa,tu genorosidad pero sobre todo por ser un valiente por servir a tu patria y por la lucha para sobrevivir a tu larga enfermedad.
Te vamos a extranar. Pero tu ganaste unas alas tan grandes que te llevaron a reunirte con Nuestro Senor Jesucristo.
Adrian y Cuca Suarez
Los Angeles Ca.

Mary Lou & John Green

September 20, 2016

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Gerardo Peña

September 20, 2016

Querido Paul,
Siempre te consideré mi hermano, agradezco tu presencia en la vida de mi hermana Rosa y sobre todo el gran amor y cuidado que tuviste de Alex, sólo hace falta verlo para reconocer el gran hombre que hicieron Tú y Rosa de él.
Dios ahora te tiene a su lado..
En verdad te extrañaré.

Sinceramente

Gerardo

Dear Paul,
I always considered my brother, I appreciate your presence in the life of my sister Rosa and especially the great love and care you had to Alex, we only need to see him to recognize the great man who made him You and Rosa.
God now you have your side ..

I really miss you.

Sincerely

September 20, 2016

Paul I wish you fair winds and follows seas. You served your country well both in the Corps and the Federal Government. It was great working with you while at the Federal Aviation Administration.

Shepard, U.S. Navy Retired

September 20, 2016

It was a joy to take care of you during your last few months. You will be missed by all axelacare employees.

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