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Paul McKendry Obituary

Assistant Fire Chief Paul McKendry, 51, died Monday evening, Feb. 23, at Fairfield Mercy Hospital.

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Published by The Western Star from Feb. 23 to Feb. 28, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul McKendry

35 Entries

Andrea Frey

March 13, 2009

Janet, Missy, an Chris
I was both shocked and saddened to hear of Paul's death. He helped me many times,and ways during my years on the FTFD department. I and so many others can not find the words to say how much he will be missed. I hope you have been able to find some comfort in knowing how much he ment to so many. The world has lost a wonderful man.

what a great man!

March 2, 2009

Dave, Marcia, Eric Smith

March 1, 2009

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

Bruce Neumeister

February 28, 2009

Janet,
Becky and I are truly saddened for your family's lost. When I first met Paul at Fairfield North's Cub Scout Pack 984 meeting and I saw him in uniform I thought, now here's a real role model. I mean not only for my son Kevin, the other boys in the Pack but for me.
He was a very special person as you well know. Your children are good people too and proves that you and Paul have done a great job raising them. They are strong and will be with you for future needs I'm sure.
I can't wait to have you back at work and greet you every morning before our shift begins. Call us anytime! Love you, Bruce

February 28, 2009

I am sorry for your loss. God is watching over you and the kids. God bless you and your family.

John David

February 27, 2009

To the family and friends of Paul:
I wanted to extend my deepest condolences. When I read about Paul and how young he was, it touched my heart. May you all find comfort and strength through your prayers and through your love for and your support of each other. Also I hope that it brings you hope and encouragement (as it does me) to remember the promise of Jesus to reunite us with our dead loved ones here on earth under his kingdom rule when there will be no more debilitating sickness, no more tears of sorrow, no more war, crime, or violence, and no more painful death. May God bless you, dear ones.

Shannon Oberle (Wells)

February 27, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. I am turely shocked to hear of Paul's passing. My thoughts are prayers are with you. I can remember hanging out with Melissa when we were kids and Paul was the nicest man.

February 27, 2009

Dear McKendry Family,
You have our sympathy at this time of great loss. We pray God will give you strength and healing. We knew Paul through the fire service. Richard & Jane Robinson, Somerville Vol. Fire Dept.

Sharon Marshall

February 26, 2009

Janet and Kids,
I just want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you guys, and if you need anything at all please call. May God be with you in this tough time
Love,
Sharon Marshall

Ashley Hale

February 26, 2009

Dear McKendry Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and tragic time.

Ken Wells

February 26, 2009

I was truely shocked to hear of Paul's death. I had known Paul in high school and in Boy Scouts in Forest Park. My dad was our scout master for troop 610 and I was there when Paul got his Eagle. Though we didn't keep in touch over the years I still remember Paul as a really great guy even from way back then. My condolences go out to his family. His time here is done but his memory will live on through all the people that knew him and those he touched.

Jackie Manning

February 26, 2009

Barb and Dave, our sympathy and prayers are with you and your family. From what we've read from the postings, Paul was a wonderful person. May the Lord be with you at this time.

Tom Atha

February 26, 2009

Dear McKendry family, I was in shock when I saw the story of Paul's passing on the news. I have many fond memories of spending time at your home in Forest Park when Galen and I used to run around together. My deepest sympathy to your family. If there is anything that I can do for you please don't hesitate to call on me.

Emilie Mallette

February 25, 2009

Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints. Psalms 116:15; AC Paul McKendry will always be a saint that lives among us. I feel blessed to have known such a wonderful man... Our prayer is that Christ's love will touch you and your family during this difficult time. May God bless you all. With great love from our family to yours, The Mallette Family

Edna Strunk

February 25, 2009

words can never speak what your family is going through at this time...I just wanted to stop and say that you all are in my thoughts and prayers....

Joe & Marion Oppold

February 25, 2009

The Oppold family is saddened to hear of Paul's passing. Our four son's look back fondly on their scouting experience with Troop 960 and I know Paul was one reason why. Our prayers are with you at your time of loss and hope Paul's memories console you through the years.

Maggie Clark

February 25, 2009

The Clark family would like to give our deepest heartfelt sympathy to Jannet, Missy and Chris. Paul was and will continue in his next journey to be one of the most well liked and admired men. He leaves behind a wonderful family and many friends who will miss him but remember he has done a great wonderful things in his life time and may that give you some peace. My love and prayers go out to you.
Maggie, Meghan, Courtney and Benjamin

Nichole and Kayla Over

February 25, 2009

Mr. McKendry will be sorely missed. He was and will continue to be one of the biggest inlfuences in my little brothers life and in the rest of troop #960 lives. Our deepest sympathies to the McKendry family, troop #960 and the Fairfield Twp. Fire Department.

With Love,

Nichole and Kayla

(Glendon Donohue's sister and Niece)

sandy yost

February 25, 2009

janet and family i am so sorry for your loss, i know how much he meant to all of you .you are in my heart and in my prayers.

The Wiese Family

February 24, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to your family. Paul was a man of patience, love,and true character; a hero in every way. He portrayed this in his everyday life and among the troop.We will miss Paul's laugh and special grin in the midst of Troop 960 and will forever hold him in our hearts. May God bless and comfort you at this difficult time.

Rachel Stinemetz

February 24, 2009

Mel, You and your family are in my thought and prayers. I know how much you adored your dad. I will never forget the day he single handly moved in our washer. God Bless

Darren Rutledge

February 24, 2009

My sincerest thoughts and prayers are extended to the family of this good man...selfless, kind, funny and patient. I will miss you, AC.

Becky Cummins-Moxley

February 24, 2009

May you feel God's arms hugging you during this chapter of your lives. Paul was a very kind man. He loved his family, friends, and life. We should enjoy each minute the best we can. God Bless you and peace be with you.

Angela Coggin-Howard

February 24, 2009

To McKendry Family and The FFTFD:
First, I would like to say that my husband Allen and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies and prayers to your family on the loss of Paul. I just found out at 9pm last night.
AC (Paul-Assistant Cheif McKendry)was a wonderful man, family friend, hero and all around great guy. My husband and I met him through my brother Captian Jim Coggin (FFTFD). AC, Janet and Missy have always came to all of our events. They are like family to us.I will always remember his warm smile, his patience,kindness and the way he took time to say hello when I'd visit my brother at the fire house.
Heaven received a hero last night and one of the best men I knew.
Find strength in your family, friends and faith in your time of sorrow for they will provide comfort.
Our prayers and thoughts are with the McKendry family and the FFTFD. As well as all those who were greatfully touched by Paul McKendry.
Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help out and don't hesitate to call.

God Bless and May Paul McKendry Rest In Peace!
Angela Coggin-Howard
and Allen Howard Jr.

Dawn Mann

February 24, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Chris, you kept it no secret as to how much you adored you dad. When I had you in class you spoke so highly of him. I am so sorry for your loss.

Eric Newman

February 24, 2009

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Mckendry's. A/C is a GREAT man and a GREAT mentor. He was truly an asset to the Fire Department and the Township. I had the priviledge of working for A/C and will always remember the life leasons and values he taught me. You will be missed but never forgotten. God Bless your family.

Dean & Lisa Wisner

February 24, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the McKendry family. We have lost a good man and hero. The way he lived his life was a testimony to us all the good in him. A/C McKendry will be very missed. All our love to the McKendry family.

Donohue Family

February 24, 2009

Paul-Your work here is done, but your legacy will live in the hearts of each Boy Scout in Troop 960. You have touched so many lives and you will be missed.
Janet, Chris and Missy - Be proud - Hang on to the memories and laughter you all shared. You are an amazing family. The strength and faith you have shown is just a small example of Paul's mission in life. Continue his legacy. May God Bless and comfort you all. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Matt and Laura Day

February 24, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family...

127

February 24, 2009

Assistant Chief McKendry has proven to be not only a leader of the community through his actions but also by the values instilled in his children and the integrity he maintained through his life. We should each express sorrow for the loss of a great leader, supervisor, and friend. To his family, be proud of your father, and husband. He is an example to which each of us should try and achieve. I will miss the laughter, and practical jokes, and his presence. AC we will all miss you.

jacqueline thomas

February 24, 2009

To the family of Mr. McKendry,

My brother in-law is in intensive while Mr. McKendry was there and we didn't know his condition but we were praying for him. My God comfort you during this difficult time.

Jacqueline Thomas
Sister to Mary & James Walker (ICU bed 11)

Peterloon 2006

Steve Wegman

February 24, 2009

To my son's favorite Scoutmaster: rest in peace. Condolences to the family of a much admired and respected man.

February 24, 2009

Rest in peace Paul. You will me greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the McKendry family and the family of the Fairfield Township Fire Department. It was truly an honor to know you.

Richard Hall, Shannon and Jacob Webster

Anonymous

February 24, 2009

I did not know Mr. Mckendry, but I do know his children. I knew Chris from Fairfield sports and work with "Missy". His children are very caring and of great character. My prayer is that they will celebrate the life of this great man by contineing in his memory. They are in my prayers, especially you, "Missy"!

February 24, 2009

My family went past Ivy Funeral Home last night and saw the fire trucks with the flag hanging between them. We knew then that something horrible had happened to one of FF Townships Firemen. Although you don't know us, please know that your entire community, family and friends are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless your family as you struggle to make sense of this tragic loss. Mr. McKendry....rest in peace.

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