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Paul Sloan Obituary
Big, sweet, enthusiastic, driven — those are just a few of the words his family and friends use to describe Paul K. Sloan, 26, who worked for Keefe Bruyette & Woods.
Growing up in Novato, Calif., he was an ardent follower of the San Francisco Giants and played offensive lineman for the Brown University football team. Mr. Sloan was adamant about his belief that the Beatles produced the best music ever, and worked hard to convert a lot of his friends to that way of thinking.
He was a dedicated collector of articles and e-mails that he would forward to people that he thought might be interested, said his sister, Sarah Funk. Once he forced himself to buy a copy of People magazine, even though Julia Roberts, whom he disliked, was on the cover, because there was an article inside about his brother.
"He wasn't the most recognized on the field, but he took his athletic career the farthest," his friend Andrew Pridgeon wrote not long after Sept. 11 in an op-ed piece published in the Marin Independent Journal. "He wasn't the funniest, but he made you laugh the hardest. He never had the most time, but he was always the one who was there."
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Nathan Singletary
September 11, 2024
Paul was my freshman roommate at Brown University. He was one of the kindest people I’ve ever met. Being baseball fans, and with my being born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA, we’d playfully go back and forth about how Barry Bonds (a poster on Paul’s freshman room wall) would always be a Pirate to me, and never a Giant. He was a lover of history, sports, economics, and music — especially the Beatles. Everything I know about the Beatles now comes from him. I miss our many late night conversations. Your light was extinguished far too soon. I miss you, my friend. Godspeed.
September 11, 2017
Thinking about you buddy. God Bless.
Demian Davis
July 30, 2015
I only knew Paul for a short time in high school. However in that time he left a lasting mark on my life. See I was what you would call the class clown, not really motivated. I guess you would say the exact opposite of Paul. however when I looked at Paul and how he handled himself and his interactions with the people around him I couldn't help but feel envious. I often wished that I could get my stuff together and be a little more like him.
Even as an adult I would catch myself wondering abouthim from time to time, what he was doing, if he had gone to Stanford or if he had played college ball or further, and if I could find some stats on him. What amazing thing was he doing at that exact moment....
I only found out about Paul's death a couple years ago so for close to 20 years he was someone I looked up to from afar. To be honest I still think about him from time to time. You will always be an inspiration in my life Paul. Thank you for being a great man to lookup to.
Kevin Walsh
September 11, 2014
I know you are still looking out for your family and the ones you Love. We miss you Paul, so very much.
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Rory Springfield
September 11, 2014
To hear that laugh one more time...continue to miss you and your energy and thinking of you always
Janice Kim
September 10, 2014
Still missing you, Paul. Much love tomorrow on 9/11 and always.
Chris Berres
September 12, 2013
Wish we could have seen the amazing Man you would have become. You were Amazing the short time you had on this Earth. Think you would have made the World a better place. Thanks for 'touching our Lives' in just a few short years (with such an impact). Love you.... miss you.... will forever be in my heart.
September 12, 2013
Miss you buddy.
September 11, 2013
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May they rest in peace.
Amen.
Rory Springfield
September 11, 2013
Thinking of you as always on this day, we continue to miss you more than ever...
Cori Simpkins
September 11, 2013
I have learned from family (Brian Walsh) that yu are an amazing person. God bless yu!
September 11, 2013
Thinking of Paul this morning as we watch the anniversary tributes broadcast on Fox.
Jing L.
September 11, 2013
Paul, as always, thinking of you and all your other friends and family today. I'll be at AT&T Park later this afternoon, cheering on the Giants for you..
Ranch
May 19, 2013
Thinking about you today, Paul. Found this photo and it made me smile. Wish you were here.
Vic Sambel
September 16, 2012
I did not know Paul on a personal level. I just went to a rival high school. From the comments I have read I wish I knew him better because he had such a positive impact on the lives of so many.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends of Paul.
Alex Hautau
September 12, 2012
After 11 years Paul's memory & spirit is still alive and well. The positive impact he has had on so many lives is undeniable....miss you Sloansky.
Alice and Bob Kauer
September 11, 2012
You will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
September 11, 2012
In our prayers.
Greg & Monica Nowell
Aaron Lassila
September 11, 2012
Miss you, bro... Thinking about you today and always!
-Lil Fighter
Barbara Sloan
September 11, 2012
In loving memory of a fantastic man.
Chris Berres
September 11, 2012
Will always love you and miss you, Paul. Not just on this day, but everyday.
Paul, Chris, and Andrew in SF
Chris
September 11, 2012
I am one of the lucky ones that got to know Paul from a very early age. As we grew up together, we learned so much about what it means to grow up, have fun, eventually be responsible and upstanding citizens, have more fun, and truly appreciate the people we have in our lives. My parents have always told me that I have been lucky to have been surrounded by friends that are good people - I'm sure they were thinking about Paul when they said that.
One of the things that Paul would enjoy on this day is knowing that we're all still close, some of us building families of our own, and that we still truly care about each other. As much as we give each other a hard time for our vices and idiosyncrasies, Paul would be happy knowing we're still connected. Tonight, some of us will have a drink together, in commemoration of this fact.
Thanks, Paul, for being a guiding force for us, even after you've left. Your memory will never be forgotten.
Love,
Chris
Betsy Bozdech McNab
September 11, 2012
That so many of Paul's lifelong friends remember him so well and so often is a tribute to what a special person he was; no one who was lucky enough to know him will ever have this day go by without a thought and a smile.
Flynn
September 11, 2012
God Bless the Sloan Clan for all they have endured. Paul is a role model for all those who looked up to him in Novato and the Loretto Parish. RIP.
Julie Hays
September 11, 2012
Although I didn't know Paul, I have been listening to stories over the years from my brother, Matt Simpson, what a wonderful friend he was! May Matthew see you again one day! God bless Paul's family and friends.
Lisa Dabrow
September 11, 2012
Paul,
I am so glad that we would touch base every once in a while after high school. Back when people actually wrote letters...I am glad I kept them. I kept the emails, too...I am so glad you looked me up.
And while I do think about you today I prefer to be reminded of you when I drive by Brown's practice field (I live in RI, now), or when I hear any song from License to Ill (especially Paul Revere), or when I see fuzzy dice like the ones you gave me in some Christmas gift exchange or (my favorite memory) when I see those pom poms on the plastic stick like the one that accidently went up you nose at a SMHS basketball game when we were talking...I swear like 3 inches of it was in your nose, it had to of touched your brain, we laughed so hard, and I still do every time I see that visual in my head.
There are really too many memories to list, and I wasn't even in your inner circle. Their lists of good times must be endless.
And while you started as my 5th grade+ crush, as the years passed, you were more than that, you were my friend, thank you for that, Paul.
gary malfatti
September 11, 2012
I remember Paul. I was not close friends with him, acquaintances at best. I do know he was a great person and left us way too early. God bless him, his family and his friends forever.
With hope and love
Gary Malfatti
Caroline Kalve
September 11, 2012
Rembering your kindness.
Andrew Mendle
September 10, 2011
I wish nothing but, love, strength, and courage to the Sloan family and friends. Your journey back to New York will be one to remember. For me, I remember my great memories with Paul. He and I had great debates at our Lady of Loretto, about the best Beatles song of all time, while waiting to be picked up from C.C.D. Paul, Chris and I tried ever so hard not to destroy the side of disabled Ann's house. We decided that we would repaint her home for Confirmation. I just remember laughing with them because we had to avoid the cat poop during a warm weekend day. He was a great and dedicated running partner while we both lived in San Francisco and our trips to a Tom Petty and Beastie Boys concert will be days remembered spent with a wonderful friend.
Karen Turnbaugh
September 8, 2011
I feel I learn more about Paul as the years go by and I hear all the wonderful things people share about him. May all the joy and love he brought to those around him bring some comfort to his family especially in the difficult days ahead.
Brook Rolka
August 26, 2011
I haven't seen Paul since the day we graduated in 1993. I watched in horror on September 11, 2001, as the towers fell and prayed to God that no one I knew was there. When I found out, I was crushed. I've known Paul since fourth grade. We played basketball together in elementary school. We had a lot of the same classes together all throughout middle school and high school. Although we did not run in the same circles, I believe he would say that we were friends.
Of all the people I ever knew in high school, he was one of the most upstanding people I knew. He was more than just smart, athletic and outgoing. He was a great guy. He was that quality type person that that people could look up to.
Every year about this time, I think about him. Because I live in Virginia, I have not been able to get back for any of the memorial runs. But I am happy his friends back home continue to honor his memory. In 2007, I went to New York with my girlfriend (now wife), and I insisted on staying at the 9/11 memorial until I could find his name on the plaque. I took a picture and have kept it.
Paul, I will never forget you. You were a great man. You will always be missed.
David Briggs
July 30, 2011
Happy Birthday Paul. Giants are down 7-2 right now. They could use some of that Armando Rios magic right about now!
July 29, 2011
Thinking of Paul on this anniversary of his birth. Glad we'll be able to see you again this week.
Ken and Barbara
David Briggs
September 10, 2010
The last time I saw Paul, he was home from New York and he had come into SF to go out that night with all of us still living there. Everyone was over at "Club Lawton" in the Sunset where I lived with Andrew and Alex. We were up on our roof hanging out, drinking some beers and looking out over Golden Gate Park. It was a rare time in July/August that the fog had not rolled in over Golden Gate Park. As the sun set behind the Golden Gate we all ganged up on each other, told stories, laughed, reminisced, and talked about the what kind of trouble we were going to find that night.
It was one of my favorite moments ever in San Francisco, and it was all because we were there to hang out with Paul.
I miss those days in SF, and I miss Paul.
Watching the Giants game tonight thinking about him. Keeping the Sloan family in my thoughts and prayers.
Rory Springfield
January 8, 2010
We continue to all miss you Paul, hard to believe it's been this long since we last heard your laugh or seen your smile...not a day, or perhaps even an hour, goes by that someone down here isn't thinking about you and missing you.
David Rhein
September 14, 2009
You've been in my thoughts and prayers. I'll never forget you.
Brett Stevenson
September 11, 2009
Hey Sloans, It's Brett Stevenson, I was your neighbor in Novato while I was growing up. I lived at 5 Ravine. We moved to Salt Lake City in 1992, But I remember you guys well...I was friends with Peter and remember walking up your impossibly steep driveway to hang out at your house! Just want you to know that I think about you guys a lot, I'm so sorry about Paul. Although I didn't know him as well because he was older than us, I will never forget him...Take care of yourselves.
Dina
September 11, 2009
I'm not done processing this... loss. Everyday I seem to catch the clock at 9:11 at least once - and I spend some time thinking of Paul. You touched so many lives while you were here, and your presence was so great that we're still affected. And always will be.
Rusty Ware
September 11, 2009
I had the honor of memorializing Paul this year as part of Project 2996. I hope you are pleased with my words. May all your families experience a peace in remembering Paul today.
http://rustyware.blogspot.com/2009/09/i-didnt-know-paul-k.html
Andrew
September 11, 2009
Paul,
Sorry I won't be at the Giants game tonite ...but will be watching and missing everyone - thanks for being a guiding light and driving force yesterday, today and tomorrow
Chris Kayser
September 10, 2009
Thinking about the last time we spoke and looking forward to sharing good stories with our friends tomorrow. We're all missing you, Paul.
September 10, 2009
Miss you every day! All your buddies are going to the Giants game on the 11th as they figure that is what you would like to do...love you always, mom
henry hautau
September 9, 2009
Thinking about Paul today.
Doug Abraham
July 30, 2009
Happy Birthday!!!
Shawn Kenaley
November 5, 2008
I miss you and will forever love you.
Noah Jacobson
September 12, 2008
My only regret in life was passing up the opportunity to drive cross country with Paul. I feel like I missed out on spending time with a great friend! Miss you Paul!
Leyla Leatherwood
September 11, 2008
Paul,
You are the reason I know my husband and therefore helped to create my family. We love and miss you,
Leyla (John, Jax & Bryce Ann)
Janice Kim
September 11, 2008
We miss you, Paul. Today and everyday.
Chris Kayser
September 11, 2008
Paul and I were best friends since the 4th grade, and there is rarely a time when I don't think about some impression Paul made on me or piece of advice he shared. There are only a few people in our lives who really change the course of it, and Paul was one of those people for me. The best part of it all is that he still exerts the same influence today, despite his physical absence. As a father, I look forward to the day when I can pass along some of his words of wisdom to my children.
All of my love goes out to him and the Sloan family on this day - may his memory continue to guide us and bring some little piece of joy to our lives.
Carol Gervais
September 11, 2008
Our heartfelt sympathies to the Sloan family on this anniversary day. We did not know Paul, but our hearts are broken and we are saddened for your loss of such a fine young man. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers. We send each of you a hug from the most inner part of our hearts.
Love and Peace
Carol, Madison, Emily Gervais and Sloan (our Black Lab named in honor of Paul)
marty clapton
September 11, 2008
I hope we all remember how Paul treated others on and off the field. He will always be remembered and bring a big ole smile to my face.
Angela Heather
September 10, 2008
I had the honor to work with Paul for almost a year in financial services. He stood out as a shining example of everything a man should be: Brave, hardworking, ever the gentleman without being stuffy, fun not to mention that he was both a scholar and an athlete. Every man on the trading floor always agreed that he was exactly the kind of man they would want their daughter to marry. I guess it’s taken me seven years to sign this lovely guestbook because his influence on me was so profound. He looked out for me as a young woman new to the fast pace of financial services. His generosity of spirit was as soaring as his stature. Every time I feel sadness that that he perished, I try to remind myself that he was just on loan to us as an example of all that we can be.
Thank you Paul. I will always cherish our conversations and my memories of you. Your determination to move to New York and achieve new heights inspired me to go to law school. To Ron and Muffy, whom I did not have a chance to meet at Paul's beautiful service, my deepest sympathy. You raised a truly great man. His legacy lives on. Of that there can be no doubt.
Sloan / Lab/Female/DOB 2/20/07
Carol Gervais
February 6, 2008
I never had the pleasure of knowing Paul. In fact just this morning I was informed about and learned Paul's name. At Lackland AFB, San Antonio, TX there is a program run by TSA that breeds and raises dogs to be airport bomb sniffing dogs. There is a percentage of those puppies that end up not meeting the strict requirements and therefor are adopted out to families. We are the lucky family to be receiving a labrador retriever called Sloan who was named after Paul K. Sloan. All puppies in their program are named after 9/11 victims and soldiers who have died. It is our honor to welcome Sloan to our home.
Sandy Castor
September 11, 2007
God Bless you Paul. I just read the wonderful tribute in your memory from your friend Andrew, in the Carson City, NV, Nevada Appeal newspaper. It was beautiful.
Sandy Castor
Carson City, NV 89705
kristine
August 19, 2007
As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.
Ailish NicPhaidin
March 22, 2007
May this young man, who obviously brought so much pleasure and joy to so many in his all too short life, rest in fruitful peace. I knew his grandfather, John P. Berres, and I am deeply saddened to read about Paul's very tragic death.
P Tabbernor
March 15, 2007
In remembrance....
John McCormick
September 11, 2006
So it has been five years. Incredible to think what has happened in 5 years. The Giants are still toying with our hopes, and there are still far too many bad movies coming out. We miss you all the time, and you still bring us all together in March. You are never far from our thoughts or our prayers
Dennis Nolan
September 11, 2006
Remembering everyone whose life was touched by Paul, today, especially. With much love & endless prayers...
ERIKA ALLEN
September 8, 2006
I AM SO SORRY ABOUT WHAT HAPPEN TO THOSE INSANT PEOPLE ON THAT DAY.MAY GOD BLESS AND TOUCH THOSE FAMILYS THAT WERE EFFECT.
Jane Schwendinger
May 23, 2005
Ron & Muffy,
When making a quick visit to George and Joan L. last week, we learned of your loss. Please accept our most sincere condolences. I regret not having kept in touch for so many years, especially since we’re relatively close by. I remember how dedicated to your children you were and what great parents you were. As I read what Paul’s friends have said, I know he developed into a terrific adult. I hope memories of things as long ago as Olde Oaks days can bring a warm feeling. May God bless you all.
Tip & Jan Baker
September 19, 2003
In the days following his open heart surgery on 9/11/2003, my husband and I watched film clips of the 9/11 tribute in Lubbock, Texas. American flags were flown honoring each victim then were sold for charity. We donated and received the flag honoring Paul K. Sloan. After reading the many tributes to this apparently amazing young man we will be extremely proud and honored to fly his flag and will think of him each time and will pray for his family.
Tip & Jan Baker
Fluvanna, Texas 9/19/03
Jonathan Kafka
September 11, 2003
While I certainly did not have as much contact with Paul as many who have signed this page, I do remember him very fondly and am deeply saddened by his loss. I pray that the Sloan family and all who miss Paul be blessed with peace, today and always. With love...
MS
September 11, 2003
To Paul's Family:
Two years after 9-11, I still think about Paul... I wasn't very close with him at Brown, but boy did I have a crush on him! He had SUCH A PRESENCE. He was kind and fun and handsome and inviting. He had a glow about him. I liked him so much. And even though we never got very close at Brown, I've always thought about him - and even more since 9-11. So I just thought I'd write, to add my voice to everyone else's who loved him. He was an extraordinary, magical guy. I miss him, and continue to admire him from afar...
July 30, 2003
We miss you Paul
Brendan and Andy Finneran
July 30, 2003
We are thinking of Paul today on his birthday, and everyday.
I think back and laugh about his 21st birthday that we spent together in Providence. We'll always cherish our memories of you.
John & Leyla Leatherwood
July 30, 2003
Happy Birthday Paul!
Since the first day I met you, I never forgot to send a birthday card. Even if there was no doubt all you did was make fun of me for it.
Although you're not here, Cheers to another year of celebrating your life.
Love you always,
Leyla & John
Davis Houlton
July 30, 2003
It is hard to come to grips, even after a few years. Paul was a great friend...I miss him to this day. Like a lot of my friends, we played football together at Brown. I was a tackle; as a guard, he saved my rear more than once. We had a lot of adventures, on the field and off, from pushing his car 5 miles to crank calling each other at away games. There is much to Paul that I wish all could know--he was very strong, and worked hard at his training. He was also an A student, and took just pride in his academic abilities. There are some good memories among these tributes.
We always kept in contact as the years went on--I mourn his loss to this day. I tell myself not to be sad, but sometimes it's hard.
In the end, even though I am not a religious man, I know in my heart that he is in heaven smiling on the rest of us in this crazy world below, and that makes it easier. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family, espicially today on his birthday.
John & Leyla Leatherwood
July 30, 2003
Happy Birthday Paul!
Since the day I met you, I never forgot to send a card. Even though there is no doubt that all you did was make fun of me for it.
Even though you're not here, Cheers to another year of celebrating your life!
Leyla & John
Eugene Inozemcev
July 30, 2003
Paul was an incredible individual. He touched the lives of all who knew him. He is still deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the Sloan family on this special day. I am grateful for the relationships that have formed as a result of knowing Paul. Paul's family and countless friends are a testament to his character.
Janice
July 30, 2003
Paul, thinking of you especially today on your birthday...Keeping you & your family in my prayers.
William (Bill) McCullough
November 12, 2002
I met Paul only for a few hours when my folks and I passed through Denver Colorado on a trip to the West coast. Paul was a little boy at the time but I remember how much he reminded me of his father at that age. Ron and Muffy my heart goes out to you and our prayers also. Not a day goes by that I don't wish I had known him better. Paul will forever live in my thoughts..and will be missed more then anyone could imagine.
Pat Ermel
September 18, 2002
I am a cousin of Paul's mother, Muffy. I met Paul once at a family reunion -- and am sorry I didn't spend more time to get to know him better. I now realize what a wonderful young man he was -- and I think of him almost every day. My heart goes out to Muffy and Ron and the rest of the Sloan family. They are special people as was Paul.
Jack Davis
September 18, 2002
Thinking of Paul's family and many others, often. May God look upon the souls of those who died and give those who have gone through this and other tragedies strength to live his will.
Colleen Sawyer and Gary Gagnon
September 18, 2002
Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you, Muffy and Ron, especially on September 11. Paul is remembered in Broomfield, Colorado, with an engraved brick in the September 11 Memorial Walk. We think of our beloved cousin and his family every day.
George and Jane Sawyer
September 18, 2002
We are thinking of you, Muffy and Ron, with love and sympathy. We pray for you every day.
Love, Uncle Bud and Aunt Jane
Anne Miller
September 12, 2002
Friends whom I studied with at the University of Oregon, especially Andrew were always extremely complimentary of Paul. I only met Paul once but he had an excellent reputation not only after September 11th 2001 but also before that day. I believe the true test of a person's character is what people say about them while they are alive. I'm writing this because his fine reputation, which reached people along the entire West Coast, is the biggest compliment to his family because they clearly did a wonderful job raising such a fine man.
I pray for peace in the hearts of the many people who miss Paul.
Anne Miller
Danny Kayser
September 11, 2002
How can anyone who knew Paul not crack a smile when thinking of him? So many memories spring to life...
...him serving as the tight lipped security guard, Butch Peaches, at Sasquatch shows (showing a stern face at all times, except when, every so often, he'd have to hide a smile and shake his head when he turned around and saw what fools the Kaysers were making of themselves)...
...everyone running and ducking and getting out of his way on the basketball court when he determined that it was he, and he alone, who was going to take the ball to the hoop...
...talking to him about which new bands were really gonna be good and how my brother's taste in bands was so terrible ("Seriously, can he really like Iron Maiden THAT much?!... I'm serious, tell me.")...
Not only has Paul left me with some great memories, but more importantly, I just get a good feeling when I think of him. He was a great person. I miss him.
Chris Hull
September 11, 2002
I believe I first met Paul as he drove towards the hoop in one of our many pick up games at the Marina courts. I made the mistake of trying to slow down that momentum. I still laugh when I think about the "Jordan-esque" shots he used to take or the endless playground banter he and Kayser through at each other. My interaction with Paul was limited but he will always be in my thoughts.
Matt McGowan
September 11, 2002
I had the pleasure of living with Paul in San Francisco at the esteemed "Club Kikham" before he moved to NY. I was always struck by how humble he was despite his many accomplishments. He also had a sense of humor that helped make Club Kirkham the non-stop joke that it was. There always seemed to be something to laugh about there - mostly pranks the three of us roommates would play on each other. Paul was someone you could talk to about anything - Elvis, obscure tv shows, Star Wars, and, of course, the Giants. Not a day goes by that I don't remember all the joy that Paul brought to my life in just the three years that I knew him.
Gino Lundy
September 11, 2002
I did not know Paul. At my work in rememberance of 9/11 we each were issued a ribbon with a victim's name. I received Paul's. From all I've read about him I am honored. He truly must have been a great person. I wish I had met him. Tears and chills, that's what I felt.
One of the greatest baseball teams ever assembled.
Dave Briggs
September 10, 2002
Having become friends with Paul's friends in college, I undoubtably became friends with Paul after moving back to the Bay Area. More often than not it was Paul, rather than friends I have known for 5+ years, that made me feel welcome when hanging out with the San Marin crew. Rather than try and say something profound, I will simply state it by saying, he was THE best.
My thoughts and prayers are always with Paul and his Family. I am honored to have been his friend.
Lynsey Williams
September 10, 2002
Most people don’t know that I have known Paul since childhood. His sister Sarah and my sister (along with Colleen Hauta) were all best friends in elementary school and Paul and I were forced to hang out at times. However, it was not until after college (when I started dating Kayser) that I really got to know Paul. He and I spent several evenings at Club Kirkham together when I was in between jobs. Paul always got home around 3:30 p.m., he would go for a run and then we would hang out and wait for Chris to get home. We had wonderful talks about family, sports, life, music, work, and girls.
Sometimes he would complain about my dog, Daisy and say that her fur was all over the place. But I knew, secretly he really liked her. When Chris and I would out for dinner sometimes, Daisy would reside in Chris’ room in the garage (AKA – the Hole). After dinner we would get back and Daisy would always be sleeping at Paul’s feet, in front of the TV, in his big leather recliner.
I went to the Giants game last night and thought of Paul several times.
When we went to a game with Paul and a few other Novato friends last summer he and I were joking back and forth about Robb Nen, who he always thought to be "useless".
Paul knew all the reasons and statistics why Nen was not having a good season and I just stuck up for Nen because he was good looking guy (which irked Paul even more).
Well, hopefully Paul was watching the game because Nen was hot last night! He hit the first Major League single of his career.
I have so much respect for Paul, he was strong and discipline but still very sensitive at the same time.
He will be missed and remembered for so many reasons. Thanks Paul.
-little devil
September 10, 2002
Paul, you will never be forgotten. You are my thoughts daily. There are so many memories I have of you and not one of them is anything but happy.
God Bless you and your family
Janice Kim
September 10, 2002
When I first met Paul at Brown, he was what I considered "my boyfriend's best friend". Sometimes friendships in that category don't evolve past that, but I was lucky when Paul moved to NYC just a few blocks away, because he evolved into what I considered "my friend", independent of Eugene.
I smile when I think of Paul, wearing his Asics, his GQ glasses, and his infectious laugh. He was one of the most balanced people I knew. He could be both serious and funny in the same five minutes...and he had a keen sense of knowing when to be which.
The thing that amazes me is that I continue to learn more about Paul and his personality each day. He continues to impress me...his genuinely amazing & loving family...his great childhood friends...his passions in life. There is still so much to learn & understand about Paul, and I hope that the community that has come together to remember and honor him will continue to share stories about him.
Here's one that I like to tell people, because it gives me a sense of comfort, knowing how happy he was with where he was in life. It is also my last memory of him (September 8, 2001). I was walking out of Eugene's apartment on that Friday evening, when we bumped into Paul. He was walking over to catch the van on that same corner to go hit some golf balls at the driving range. I yelled out his name, and he turned around, raised his eyebrow, and laughed. We laughed too. We chatted briefly and said we would get together soon. As he walked up the steps to the van, he paused and looked back at us, arched his eyebrow again and smiled. I turned to Eugene and said, "Sloan seems really happy...really content."
We miss you, Paul.
I wish his family, relatives, and friends strength tomorrow and comfort in the days ahead.
Love,
Janice
Brady Moyer
September 9, 2002
I can't help but smile when thinking of Paul. He could always find a way to make me laugh, whether it was intentional or not.(laughing hysterically or complaining about something)
Paul had a unique way of connecting with people on all levels and making them feel special around him.
I am thankful that I knew Paul, and he will always be a part of my life.
Thank you Paul!
Love Always,
Brady
Carol Mellott
September 6, 2002
Dear Sloan Family,
I am Dorothy Sloan's grand-daughter Carol Lynn. You have all been in our hearts and prayers and as we near the first anniversary of September 11, we remember.
I saw Paul's grandfather at his sisters house not too long after and was touched deeply by his memories of Paul. I'm sure he was a very special young man. Your loss is felt across the country.
God Bless and feel free to contact if you can. Mary Jo wishes you all well.
Prayers will continue from your family in Kansas.
September 5, 2002
What a wonderful legacy Paul has left. Many may live longer but few lives will be as memorable...jk
Robyn Rowley
September 5, 2002
The first time I met Paul, I was taken aback. He seemed reserved and unassuming at first, but when I started talking to him, I realized that he was very warm and engaging. I've had a crush on Paul ever since, and I'm sure I join a ridiculously large female fanbase when I say that Paul was the type of "package" that we single gals look for in a guy. He was witty and informed in the ways of the world; gentle and polite; ambitous but honest; adored by his friends and family; was modestly unaware of his good looks; and possessed phenomenal taste in film. What more could someone want in a person?
Paul has set the bar higher for me, and I am so greatful for knowing him.
Chris Berres
September 4, 2002
It is so wonderful to read the loving comments from all of Paul's friends. It helps us to know him even better. I am his Aunt. Thank all of you for your wonderful words of support and Love. Paul's family holds all of your words in their hearts. It is the only thing that will help them get through this.
This world has lost an amazing man. We will forever miss him.
He was blessed with wonderful parents, amazing siblings, and great friends.
Chris Kayser
September 3, 2002
I have had the great fortune of knowing Paul and his family for close to 20 years. Even though initially Paul was told that I was "nothing but trouble", we spent so much time together, that I felt as though he was a member of my own family. From playing basketball together, through school graduations, and life in the working world, he was involved in many of my most indelible memories and experiences. Simply put, Paul was one of those unique people who changed the way I approach my life.
Paul will never be forgotten but will always live on in the memories that I know we all share. I miss him incredibly, and though I will look at the way his life ended with sorrow, I can't help but remember, smile, and laugh.
Mardi Nottingham
August 30, 2002
My thoughts are with Pauls family and friends. Paul has taught me to be the best person you can be ....
Jason Wargin
August 29, 2002
I remember the first time I met Paul. It was August 1996, my father and I were walking into the OMAC to report for summer camp, and Paul was walking out of the football office. I remember being so intimidated. Little did I know how much of a role he would play in my life. Playing next to him for a season in football, giving my bid to join Delta Tau, and becoming best of friends in New York.
He lives on, manifesting himself in many ways…
Anthony Dolezal
August 28, 2002
The last time I saw Paul in person was Senior Week of last year. There were many people in the Hegemen courtyard, and anyone who was there knew that the Giants were facing the Cubs in a little "high intensity whiffle ball" matchup. Paul played whiffle ball as hard as he did everything else, as was a staple of his character, and in the end, he won. But it was the enjoyment of the game that set him apart. It was contageous. Paul could turn an ordinary whiffle ball game into the world series, or a dull weeknight evening into a sumo wrestling championship in the Olney Hallway. Not a week goes by that I don't think of Paul and miss him. Paul, you and your family will always be in my prayers.
"To Paul and Ray."
Ernest De Leon
August 28, 2002
Paul,
Much love and sorrow from "all of us" to you and your family.
The brothers of Delt threw you a Get-Well Party after your shoulder surgery in '95 that we will all remember... Long live the Tau in your memory...
Emily Roth
August 28, 2002
How lucky I am to have known such a person as Paul- my heart goes out to the Sloan family.
and as for the Giants- I know Paul would have been pleased that Estes was traded because as he said 'he wastes his talent and blows it every time'.
Rory Springfield
August 27, 2002
I guess it's only fitting that as I'm writing this, Barry Bonds had just hit his third homerun of the night and Jeff Kent has just followed Barry's third homer with one of his own.
I know Paul is somewhere wonderful, watching this as well, laughing in that sweet contagious way that made him so memorable. I think I speak for everyone when I say, "What I wouldn't give right now to hear him laugh, and spend just five minutes talking to him about the Giants game, or what movies were coming out, or how NY was treating him, or perhaps nothing at all. Just five minutes to tell him how much we all miss him and love him."
Paul, you will be forever missed and loved by everyone that was fortunate enough to have known you.
Noah Jacobson
August 27, 2002
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