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Paul Brimi Obituary
Knoxville, TN
Paul Thomas Brimi, age 64, of Knoxville, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Thursday, October 12, 2017. A graduate of the University of Tennessee, Paul retired in 2007 after a 35-year career with the Tennessee Department of Human Services. He spent his retirement traveling and volunteering, most recently with the Knox County Public Library, Knox Heritage, East Tennessee Preservation Alliance, and PBS's Antiques Roadshow. Paul was well-read, thoughtful, and caring, and leaves behind many friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Dr. Robert J. Brimi; brother, William Francis and sister, Barbara. Paul is survived by his mother, Hazel Brimi; brothers, John (Betty) and Bob (Connie); sisters, Mary Kay, Elizabeth, Carol (Bob) Rhinehart, and Patricia (Tom) Janney; nephews and nieces, Ben (Lore) Mandrell, Hunter (Carrie) Brimi, Jeff Moffitt, Jose Mendez, Jill Moffitt, Selena Hilemon, Greg Shillings, Ginger Heiskel, Bill Perkins, Brian Perkins, Catherine Perkins, Sara (Jason) Ogle, Robert Rhinehart, Michael (Michele) Rhinehart, and Caroline (Michael) Hooper; great nieces and nephews, Kerrigan and Anna Mandrell, B.J. Moffmon and Grayson Mills. The family will welcome friends at Sacred Heart Cathedral, 711 South Northshore Drive, Knoxville, on Sunday, October 15, 2017, from 3:00p.m. to 4:00p.m. The Funeral Mass will start directly at 4:00p.m., with a reception to follow immediate after the Mass in the Shea room at the Cathedral. In lieu of flowers donation may be made in Paul's memory to Friends of the Knox County Public Library, 500 W. Church Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37902 or to East Tennessee Preservation Alliance, Knox Heritage, P.O. Box 1242, Knoxville, TN 37901.Arrangements by Cremation Options, Inc. (865)6WE-CARE (693-2273) www.cremationoptionsinc.com
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Mary beth Fecher
October 24, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about Paul. I haven't seen him in years but the Brimis have always been a big part of my families lives as long as I can remember. We car pooled to H.S. together and I remember Paul joking around all the time. He was a great guy. My heart goes out to his family. Rest in Peace Paul.
October 19, 2017
Paul and I worked together at DHS. He was one of the nicest, most caring people I have ever known. This is truly a loss.
Tim Witt
October 17, 2017
Paul was one of the kindest and most fair-minded individuals I ever met. I was a manager in another agency, but I worked in the DHS office many years ago. My staff and me thought the world of Paul. Prayers and condolences to the family.
Charlotte Akers
October 16, 2017
Paul was a very gentile soul. I worked with him for many years and will always remember his wonderful sense of humor and kindness.
Rest in peace my friend.
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October 16, 2017
Paul was a very gentle soul. I worked with him for many years and will always remember his wonderful sense of humor and kindness.
Rest in peace my friend.
Charlotte Akers
October 16, 2017
I am so sorry I missed the receiving of friends. It's been a long time since we grew up on Forest Glen Drive. The Brimi home was my home!
My love and my thoughts go to all.
Herbert S. Moncier
Cindy Cotter
October 16, 2017
Farewell
Sallie Gray
October 16, 2017
I am so very sorry to learn of Paul's passing. He was one of my favorite co workers. He was a good friend and so much fun.
Sharon Coonrod
October 16, 2017
RIP
Ginni Foust
October 15, 2017
Worked with Paul for years @ DHS. Such a wonderful mentor, supervisor, & friend. Such a great sense of humor & much common sense. Will be missed. Rest In Peace Paul!
Thoughts, prayers, & hugs to all of Paul's family & friends!!
Debbie Burman
October 15, 2017
I am sorry to hear about the passing of Paul. I worked with him in Evelyn Hedgecoths Medicaid Unit at the Department of Human Services. When I was new Paul was very kind and helpful to me. He was so smart and knew the policy so well. He never minded one bit to stop and answer my questions and explain the policy to me. RIP Paul.
May God comfort your family at this most difficult time.
JERRY BRIGHT
October 14, 2017
Bob,
I am sorry about the loss of Paul. May your family have comfort in memories of him.
Carrie Kaiser
October 14, 2017
Dear Aunt Hazel, so sorry for your loss. As a Minnesota Kaiser, I have always admired the Brimis. You and your family are in my heart and prayers.
Fondly, Carrie Kaiser (one of Bernie and Pat's daughters.)
Paul
C Rhinehart
October 14, 2017
Mary Proebstle
October 14, 2017
So sorry to hear that my cousin Paul has passed away. I have many fond memories of the fun times we had when our families got together. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Dorothy chumley
October 14, 2017
Paul will be missed.
I saw him on Tuesday at the salon for a hair trim.
He updated me on his mother and other things
That we usually talked about.
I had known Paul for about 7 years He was always the same.
He seemed so happy and I am thankful to remember him like that.
Nancy Proffit
October 14, 2017
My deepest sympathy to the Brimi family and friends. Wishing you all strength and courage!! Prayers and jovial thoughts to all that knew Paul.
Bob Allen
October 14, 2017
I was shocked to learn of Paul's untimely death yesterday. I was a friend for over 40 years and also worked with him at DHS. I would visit him two or three times a year, always at Christmas, and we'd talk often. I called his home "the Christmas cottage." Paul was bright, witty, caring, and a good friend. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and extended family. He will be missed greatly.
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