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Yerusha Silas
May 26, 2023
I know I'm late. It's always a shocker to know that this NBA legend , cousin of my father and coach has earned his wings . His presence will be missed on those legendary courts. May the lord walk with guide, protect and wrap your immediate family in his loving & caring arms. My deepest sympathy and condolences to you all.
Tony
February 3, 2023
To the family, many, many friends, and fans of Mr. Paul Silas fine comfort with you during this difficult time in your lives. Mr. Paul Silas was a 3-time NBA champion and a head coach who was the first NBA coach of LeBron James. May you find comfort in your wealth of fond memories together with Mr. Paul Silas. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Mr. Paul Silas. We will never forget that he was a wonderful basketball player of this great game, what a tremendous goal and accomplishment.
Chris Frazier
January 17, 2023
Deepest condolences to the Silas family, may he rest in peace! Seattle Sonics fan.
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Lind
January 7, 2023
Such a good person. He will be missed
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Jahzara
December 31, 2022
May God grant the family the comfort that is needed during this sad time.
Tresia and Ernest
December 22, 2022
We send Our Love and Condolences to The Family, Papa was such a humble and loving person. Im so greatful to have been apart of your lives.May God give you the strength to endure. Love you all. Sincerely Tresia and Ernest
Peter Karakoukas
December 19, 2022
Paul was a great NBA player and coach. My condolences go out to family and friends of this great man. Rest in Peace
Paula Paula
December 15, 2022
Mr Silas .... I didn´t know much about you until your daughter and I began to work together at Discovery Network. She made me feel so welcome in my work family environment and I felt as if I knew you and your family forever. Paula and I were belly buddies ... expecting our first grands in both our families. I wish I could have spent more time with her and getting to know her family. I can say she loved you very much as I do my family. I have sent many prayers to comfort them in the days ahead. Love Paula, Paula
Acquanita Harris
December 15, 2022
Mr Silas! Wow! This was a shocker! I just worked with you on last Friday at Rehab. Helped you get in the shower and made sure you smelled good and looked good for the day(smelling like my soap from Victoria Secret) lol Then, I sat with you, why you ate your breakfast and you kept cutting up with me and laughing while you touch my face. We had a such good morning. You were so happy and cheerful. It was a pleasure to work with you and your personal Healthcare worker. God saw you struggling with some things and he came and took you with him so you could live your BEST LIFE with him. I will NEVER forget you. Until we meet again, in that upper room, you just take your rest and watch over us all with that beautiful smile. May God give your family the strength to get through this sad time. Bless you all!!!!
Dan Eramian
December 14, 2022
Mrs. Silas, my condolences. You won't remember me but I did a feature story on you for the Needham Times when you lived there. He was a great player.
Mike busse
December 14, 2022
My condolences to the Silas family. I lived a couple of doors down from him my sophomore year at Creighton. I always admired him as a player and the life he lived He was a person of character and a great role model. The game was better because of him. Requiescat in pacem.
Elizabeth Bell
December 14, 2022
R.I.P Mr.Paul
Stephanie Schell
December 14, 2022
You will be remembered in the NBA.
Peter Lanci
December 13, 2022
Mr. Silas was a person I truly looked up to. It was an honor to know him. My condolences to his family.
Peter Lanci
December 13, 2022
Truly one of the greats. His talents and experience will be missed. Heartfelt condolences to the Silas family and friends, your loss is shared by so many. May God be with you all.
Lorraine Patricia Silas
December 13, 2022
Family! You have my deepest condolences and sincere prayers. Being Paul"s Sister in Law was a blessing. Leon and I were always so happy when we could attend his games. His presence will be missed.
Lorraine Patricia Silas
December 13, 2022
Family, My deepest condolences and prayers are with you at this time. Being Paul's sister in law, we did have some good times together. His brother Leon and I, even if it was a short time. He will definitely be missed.
December 13, 2022
An amazing coach who contributed to the sport, coaching one if the greatest LeBron James. Deepest condolences to the Silas family, so very sorry for your loss, God be with you all.
December 12, 2022
I'll admit that I'm not that familiar with Paul's coaching career, which by all accounts was also excellent, but I often saw him perform during his playing career. He truly was a standout, in the key "workman-like" aspects of the game.
Paul did battle on the defensive end, and "in the paint" on both ends of the court, with some of the greatest/strongest forwards and centers who have ever played in the NBA. And Paul was brilliant in those roles, plus he was a model professional and team leader. Paul was the perfect example, that one doesn't need to have a high points-per-game average to be a superstar. And to be Hall of Fame worthy.
Stephanie D Schell
December 12, 2022
Paved the way for African American coaches in the NBA.
faith c tobin/brad herscot
December 12, 2022
Dear Silas Family.Brad and I would like to extend our condolences's to the family for your'e loss.he'll surely be missed very much and may he rest in peace.best faith/brad
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