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Paul D. Osimo, Jr., 62 Paul D. Osimo, Jr., 62, died December 7, 2013. A global citizen, man of integrity and service, his vision for a better world led to humanitarian work with The Hunger Project, ending chronic hunger and poverty, Carelift International's work with former Soviet republics, and with Rotary International, as District Governor of District 7450 and a member of Haverford Township Club. Paul was a physiologist and former researcher at Wyeth Labs, an environmental consultant, a personal development trainer for Landmark Education, and an international businessman with Herbalife. An athlete of 50 years, he most recently completed a triathlon for his 60th birthday. Survivors: His wife Patricia Osimo (nee Celio); his son Paul D. Osimo III; sisters Mary Ann Burnside (Donald) and Bernadette Brown (Jerry); aunts Mary White and Sr. Frances Pollazza; mother-in-law Mary Celio (Rose); and sisters-in-law Mary Ann Celio and Christine Celio; brother-in-law Gregory Celio (Rose); niece Alexandra Celio and nephew Donald "Scooch" Burnside; granddaughter Ashley Vernacchio (Steve); and great-grandsons Talon and Bryce; goddaughter Gianna Matika and numerous cousins and loved ones. Memorial Service: Sunday, December 15, 2p.m. - doors open at 1; Providence Friends Meeting House, 105 N. Providence Road, Media. Contributions: The Hunger Project (thp.org) or The Rotary Foundation (rotary.org).

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Published by The Daily Times from Dec. 13 to Dec. 14, 2013.

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Patrick Walsh

December 7, 2024

Great Rotarian!

Rick Trivane

December 7, 2022

Paul was a great Rotarian! Today is my weekly luncheon meeting at the Rotary club of the Lower Main Line in Bala-Cynwyd, PA. Paul was a powerful leader in our Rotary District 7450 in southeastern Pennsylvania. Rotarian's do great things! The world needs more Rotarians.
[email protected] on 12-7-22 A DATE THAT WILL LIVE IN INFAMY!

Laura Matika

December 7, 2022

I was thinking about you Paul, just 3 minutes before I received the reminder email from Legacy. You are still alive in my life even since you left the physical realm 9 years ago. I love that you show up in my dreams from time to time. I know you are sending love to all of us from your higher dimensional place of Peace, Love and Freedom. The guidance, the love, the leadership and the service that you provided while you were here has lasting, lifelong impact. Please accept my heartfelt gratitude and love. I look forward to your next visit in my dreams!

Monica Hanly Foley

December 7, 2021

I will share a happy `time´ as I remember Paul(ie) today:
Back in the days, Paulie and I would dig in the dirt for worms or we´d dig to get to China - the worms ALWAYS came first soooooo I´d get a wiggly worm shoved at my face, then we would run after each other for a while ....
Yeah ... simple Spruce St life was all we knew and that was fine ...
I miss seeing Paul; he and I often crossed paths over the years and we´d do a quick `catch up´. Paul like to chit-chat about `stuff´ - he and I would `solve´ ALL the world´s problems during our conversations .... yeah, I miss seeing Paulie!
Monica

Basking in the organic, Kimberton sun!

Laura Matika

December 5, 2014

Paul, it's been a year minus 2 days since you crossed into the non-physical realm and I miss you still so much! Please continue to keep in touch through my dreams and meditations. Looking at your photo fills my heart with wonderful feelings of love and life. Here is a picture from our day together at the Kimberton CSA. We picked raspberries together. You filled your container faster that I did! I will always cherish our times together. I am so grateful that I have Pat here to play with! Love you!!
Laura

September 26, 2014

I'm in tears. I truly will miss him. What a wonderful person .
Tammie Brooks

Tom Rhoads

March 22, 2014

To the family and friends of Paul,

My condolences to you, I just learned that Paul had passed. Paul and I used to run during lunch times when we worked together, and I saw Paul's transformation into focus on exercise, nutrition, and well-being. I spoke with Paul in the fall, it was a different Paul, a very spiritual side of Paul, and at the time I had no awareness that he had any concerns of his own health, the conversation in hind sight makes a lot of sense, and suggests to me that his faith was very strong, and his concern for others in his life as well. Paul changed the world as he did the lives of all who knew him.

Ruth Brown

December 23, 2013

Pat--My condolences to you and the whole family. I never knew Paul well, but it was clear that he was loving . . . to those he knew well and to those he knew not at all. He was also a deeply caring and committed man. I hadn't seen him in easily a decade, but ran into him a few months ago at a seminar. The chance encounter put a big smile on my face; I was so glad to get a chance to say hello. And now so saddened to say goodbye. Strength and love to you Pat.

Gregory Celio & family

December 19, 2013

Uncle Paul,
“Goodbye may seem forever,
Farewell is like the end,
But in my heart is a memory,
And there you'll always be.”
Love, Ally

We are all saddened that you are no longer with us in his world that you served so well. The many tributes shared here surely represent a small fraction of those you have reached and influenced in so many ways. We were blessed when Pat brought you into our family and know that the memories that
you have made together in this all too brief time will bring her joy and comfort in the future.
We are glad to have known you and have you in our lives and been such a wonderful husband to Pat.
God Bless You, Paul.

Greg, Rose and Ally Celio

December 19, 2013

Dear Pat, May God be with you as all your friends are to comfort you in this sad time. You and Paul were always gracious and ready to assist. I remember 1995 and finishing the Philadelphia Marathon and Paul finishing just a head of me and him standing there and giving me a hug. I can see it as if it was only yesterday. May God Bless you and help you understand why? John Burdey

Mary Pat Walsh

December 17, 2013

Pat,
I was so sorry to hear about Paul. He was a wonderful humanitarian and just oozed the spirit of Rotary. He will be missed

December 16, 2013

Dear Pat,
I was so sad to hear about Paul. He was truly one of the greats!! Let's hope he and Dave (and Les and Lynn) are somehow connected and making things happen in the next life!! Lots of love, Chris (Barber-Smith) Master

David Usner

December 16, 2013

Sweet Paul. The planet morns the loss our your generosity. Your spirit lives on. Bless you and your family.

Renee Goldman

December 16, 2013

I am from DVOC and very sad to hear about Paul, Jr. My sincere sympathies.

Liz Smiley

December 16, 2013

Paul was always a joy and a light for his communities. I am so sorry for your loss. Love to you Pat and the local community

Honey Ahijeyvch (Garg)

December 15, 2013

Thank you Paul for making such a huge difference in my life and the lives of many people. It was a privilege to have known you and your vibrant spirit. I will miss you

Jerilynn Radcliffe & Doug Ross

December 15, 2013

Dear Pat and family,
Paul radiated his love for life and for all of us who were lucky enough to journey through life with him. Doug and I will always remember the joy and energy he brought to the Raul Julia Bike Rides to End Hunger, all 9 of our events. That big smile! The joy that he exemplified! We are truly blessed to have known him. Pat, know that our prayers are with you and all the family at this very sad time of his passing. Love, Jerilynn & Doug

December 15, 2013

Dear Pat - Paul was one of a kind as are you. And, the two of you as a couple were always so special. You had such a positive impact on so many lives, individually and together. And, I know he lives on in your heart and you will continue to serve together. I have so many memories - all happy - and, I know your memories are endless, both happy and sad. I still see you in your twin crowns at the District Governor's dinner, when he was Governor. I had the privilege of working with him then. He was so visionary and inspiring within Rotary, his work (your shared work) for World Hunger, the example he set in using herbs and non-invasive healing products as a way of life. His global view of life was ahead of many. He will be remembered and missed by all who knew him. My heart goes out to you in your loss. May God comfort and guide you. Love and Light, Margaret Kelly (Frankford-NE Philadelphia Rotary)

Terri Miller

December 15, 2013

Paul, you are such a beautiful human being & I know you'll be performing miracles from the other side. We had wonderful times together. I was so sad to hear you were leaving us so soon.

Pat, I wish u peace & joy. Miss you & love you ??

Greg Paninos

December 15, 2013

Dear Precious Paul, you are and will always be my definition of an adult. My love to you and Pat.

Hamsa Wadia

December 15, 2013

We all sorry to hear he passed away I met him a few times he was wonderful lovely person god bless him

George Steinmetz

December 15, 2013

Jim Rohn must have had Paul in mind when he quoted: "Whoever renders service to many puts himself in line for greatness -- great wealth, great return, great satisfaction, great reputation, and great joy." -- Jim Rohn

December 15, 2013

Mary Ann, Bernadette, I am so sad to learn of Paul's passing....
Am happily remembering our Spruce St days as I type this! Monica Hanly

Deon Brady

December 15, 2013

Pat, may you be comforted and know this how much your wonderful husband made a powerful impact on so many. I will be forever grateful and present to his beautiful smile that melts the crowd and his ever generous heart! He has been one of many blessings to me and I am grateful for that. May he rest in peace knowing the participation in life on this earth was well received. Sending love!

Ida & Peter

December 15, 2013

Love Paul. Paul personified Love.

Mary and Steve Laxton

December 15, 2013

Pat - Steve and I join the world of other admirers of your husband, Paul, and add our prayers and healing thoughts for you.

Mary and Steve Laxton
(Mary, formerly of the Center City District and Steve the Rotarian)

December 15, 2013

Rest peacefully, fellow Rotarian. You set a fine example for us to try to follow. You are missed.

Pat Walsh
Bala Cynwyd/Narberth Rotary

December 15, 2013

Paul a true gentleman and had a huge heartU
Paul was a proud member of the union League.
Paul Welde

Kathy Ariano

December 15, 2013

Went to grade school with Paul and had been in touch until a couple of years ago. He was indeed a sweet and caring man. I'm sorry.

Gia's Godparents extraordinaire!

Laura Matika

December 15, 2013

Paul was one of my best friends. I miss him here in the physical world ... his voice, his smile, his hugs. And I know that in spirit, he will never be far from his wonderful family. Love and Blessings to you all.

Jun Sian

December 14, 2013

Its blessing for me to know paul since i met him in kuala lumpur..He was so humble,caring,loving and empower leader. .i was shocked to hear he left us...i know so many people being blessed to know him in person..i know for sure Paul is with Jesus in heaven. .be joyful there...i will meet you again paul in heaven..im blessing by the grace of God to know pat. . I love you pat.. You are wonderful person too.. I always love you both. ..may Jesus bless you pat and your family...

Joe Nero

December 14, 2013

Pat and family, Joyce and I are in utter shock to hear of Paul's passing. The world lost a good man. We are praying for you and your family.

Diane Hedrick

December 14, 2013

May GOD Bless you both! Paul offered all of us so much wisdom and friendship.. that he will never be forgotten for all he did for us.. he will just be missed for a while.. Pat please know you are in my prayers and be so grateful for your friends! Love Diane

Teri Chew

December 14, 2013

Pat, Paul was such a dynamic ,wonderful man. I was shocked and saddened to hear the news . He was always a such a beautiful soul .I will always remember his bright smile , his genuine warmth, and positive energy. I'm sorry I can't be there tomorrow. My heart goes out to you and my prayers are with you my friend.

Cheryl Rothera

December 14, 2013

So sorry for your loss. May you find peace, and comfort in God's loving arms.

Mary Thorp

December 14, 2013

Paul, I celebrate the extra-ordinary life you lived & shared with each of us you touched around the world, literally. Obviously you have a bigger calling, again leading the way for the continuing transformation of human beings & the planet.
I sense your love is carried in many a heart left here. Know we are better people out of touching with you this lifetime.
I love you, Paul Osimo!
Mary

Joyce Harrell

December 14, 2013

Paul was a wonderful man and will be sorely missed. I can't remember ever seeing him without that huge smile on his face. A very positive person. A true example of servant leadership. May the memories you made together and the love and support of all your family/friends give you comfort. So sorry for your loss.

Karen Mazzarella Asst District Governor

December 14, 2013

Pat and family
I had the pleasure of meeting
Paul at many Rotary events!!
He truly exemplified the True Spirit of Rotary "Service Above Self" in all he did!!! I feel honored to have met him! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time!! He will truly be missed!!

Cliff and Syd Bassman

December 14, 2013

Our family has benefitted from Paul's caring way and commitment to sharing his knowledge to help us live happier lives. And we are a small example of the big impact he has made. So sorry for your loss, Pat.

December 14, 2013

Pat - May you find comfort in God as we all mourn the loss of Paul. His footprint on this earth will long be remembered.

God bless

Dave Ellis

December 14, 2013

We honor a great man who lived his life as a contribution. A life ended too soon. We will not be at your service and we will live our lives in honor of the difference you made to us. To apart - we send our love and peace. Sandy and Steve Bernasek

Rick Trivane

December 14, 2013

Paul was a fantastic man, extraordinary Rotarian, Pat, and will be sorely missed.

December 14, 2013

Wish I could be there tommorow, Pat. Paul was such a great guy. May you be comforted by all the support around you.

Ann Seidman

December 14, 2013

Dear Pat, I am so so sorry to hear this very sad news. My thoughts and prayers are with you. What a loss. Paul was a wonderful, wonderful man.

Rotary Philippines

Joveline Pettus

December 14, 2013

Rotary Philippines

Joveline Pettus

December 14, 2013

Rotary Philippines

Joveline Pettus

December 14, 2013

Phyllis Borin

December 14, 2013

Today I realized how many hearts all over the world are holding you and feeling love for you and expressing that love to others because of you. You inspired so many people, so many people love you and will continue to love you. You will live on forever in this way.
And to sweet sweet Pat... nothing can replace your best friend, the love of your life. And I promise you, because of all the people he touch in such a profound way, if you just stop, sit quietly, breathe in and out slowly, you will feel his love forever....

December 14, 2013

So sorry to hear of Pauls passing. I haven't seen him in years, but can hear the sound of his voice as if it was yesterday. Very distinct, Paul was responsible for ushering me through my intro night for the Forum in 1984. He made a difference in my life, and I'm so glad I had the chance to know him. Pat may your memories bring comfort and joy, he was a special guy. Nancy Stone

December 14, 2013

Pat and Paul III, I am with you in spirit today and pray for Paul daily. Love, Aunt Mary

Barbara Heyman

December 14, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Heather Rippert

December 14, 2013

I will always remember Paul's bright and positive spirit. Much love and peace to you Pat. I would be there Sunday if I were in Philadelphia. I know it will be a beautiful celebration of Paul's life and the profound difference he made in so many lives.

Carolyn, Dave, and Terri Pickering

December 14, 2013

Pat ~ We are so sorry we can't be with you on Sunday. Please know we will be there in spirit and send our love.

Skip Torresson

December 14, 2013

May God have already gathered you into His arms. We'll miss you my friend.
Our prayers go out to Pat and the family.

Dr. Rick Weil

December 14, 2013

My prayers are with you during this difficult time. May God grant you His Peace.

Donna Cusano

December 14, 2013

Pat, I am so very sorry for your loss. I know Paul was a very special person to so many people. I wish I could have gotten to know him better. I will, though, through knowing you.

madeline e. ross

December 14, 2013

dear mary ann, don and family..
I am so sorry to hear of paul's passing..i haven't known him very long but he was such a nice gentleman..i know how much you loved your brother...those special memories of him will always bring a smile to your face......madeline ross

Susan M

December 14, 2013

So very sad we have lost such a good man. May the impact he had on so many ease the pain. Much love to Pat and family. RIP, Paul.

MS City to Shore

Mike & Meredith Haas

December 14, 2013

It was great to know Paul, work with him, play with him, and experience life with him.....We will miss you.

Nadi Holland

December 14, 2013

Paul, you changed the world for the better, you changed my perception of my experience here on earth and you are the most special person I have had the pleasure of meeting thus far in my life. Journey on in Eternal Bliss, dear Paul! Meet you on the other side! God, am I gonoing to miss you being there for me in this realm! I feel your presence though in the words you shared with me all these years. Your memory will carry on with a strong and powerful message for so very many people and we all offer our kind intentions for you. Hugs!

Jeffry Cadorette, PDG

December 14, 2013

Rest in Peace my friend. Condolences to Pat and the family. We are so sorry for your loss.

Eileen & Rich

December 14, 2013

Eileen and Rich wish we could be there on sunday to help give Paul a great send off however we are in NC so we will be there in Spirit. Our sincere sympathy to Patty and all the many people he touched during his time here. He sure made his mark in the world. Rest in Heavenly Peace.

Peggy Farley-ONeill

December 13, 2013

So very sorry to hear of Paul's passing. RIP Paul.

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