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Kelly Paul Obituary
Kelly was born in Northampton, PA to Richard Paul and Jean Guss. He graduated from Northampton High School in 1973 where he was president of the senior class. He played football, baseball and basketball.
He moved to Southern California in 1977 where he worked in the automotive industry. At the time of his death he was Financial Director for Hertz Auto Sales, which allowed him to travel extensively on business.
He married Crystal Paul (nee Eble) on August 17, 2019. Kelly loved Crystal, and he lived well, laughed often and loved life. He enjoyed all kinds of music; in particular, he was a huge Dave Mathews fan. He and Crystal attended a Dave Mathews concert at the Gorge Amphitheater in Washington State to celebrate their wedding.
Kelly loved to garden and tend to the birds who frequented his backyard. He was also a fine cook, and made a memorable barbequed tri-tip. Kelly made friends wherever he went, and they delighted in his company and affection. He loved to follow baseball and the Chargers. Until recently, he was a regular softball player.
Mr. Paul is survived by wife, Crystal of Huntington Beach, mother, Jean Longenbach of Surprise, AZ, brother Scott Paul, Olangopo, Philippines; and sister Debra Colmers of Baltimore. His niece Elly Cowan, nephew Max Colmers, step-daughter Camille Marti, step-son John Marti and brother-in-law John Colmers will miss him deeply. He was preceded in death by his father Richard.
A celebration of Kelly's life will be held at a later date. His ashes will be used in planting a sycamore tree. Contributions in his memory can be made to either your local SPCA or the Humane Society.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Kelly Paul
Laura Hernandez
November 15, 2024
Hi. Does anyone know where his ashes were distributed? I would like to visit the site. Thank you, Laura
Terry Ann Oswald
August 10, 2021
Sure do miss you from a classmate of NHS. R.I.P. Kelly Paul GOD Bless you and your family. We will have your class picture on our Memory Table at our 50th Class Reunion. Always remember our classmates forever!
Mark Lelko
August 22, 2020
R.I.P Kelly
You walked me to school on my first day of elementary school at Wolf. We played many wiffle ball games in your yard! Then we worked at GAF until you moved west. Lost track of you until Facebook showed up. My condolences to your wife and family.
Kathy
August 19, 2020
Dear Jean, Crystal, Debra, Scott and Family,
I am very sorry for your loss.
The loss of Kelly is heartbreaking and shocking at this time.
Kelly was a wonderful person and he will be dearly missed.
God Bless you all.
Maria Stenack
August 19, 2020
Dear Scotty, Debi,Jean and Crystal,
The last time Kelly and I talked we joked about how young we were when we were together and laughed, at how foolish we were back in high school. He talked about how happy his life was and that he still felt like he did at age 35. I was excited for him and his newlywed life with Crystal. We both were happy to wish each other well and I can’t believe he is gone when he was so full of life, love and happiness. Doesn’t seem fair that someone as loved as he was with so much to offer should be taken from his loved ones so unexpectedly and I am so sorry for all of you and for all who were lucky enough to have been a part of his life. He will be missed and thought of every October 12th and I am sure more often by most of us. RIP Kelly till we all meet again .
Maria
Charlie Poandl
August 18, 2020
Annie & I are shocked and saddened by the news of Kelly's untimely passing. We enjoyed time spent together in Northampton and on visits to CA. I enjoyed his sense of humor and passion for life. Scottie and Debbie, my thoughts and prayers are for your comfort at his loss.
Kathy
August 18, 2020
I will always remember Kelly as being so sweet and thoughtful.
Ann Louise McCambridge
August 18, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Love, Weez
Robert Michael Hanson
August 18, 2020
Kelly was loving and caring, he will definitely be missed by his family and friends.
Terry Ann Oswald
August 17, 2020
Kelly Paul was a great NHS classmate. He was always will to do things even from Calif. He will be missed very much. LoL RIP and GOD Bless his family and his wife.
Martin Sabo
August 16, 2020
Kelly was a former student at NASD. I taught at the senior high school,and was fortunate to know him. He was a great person and will be miss. My deepest condolences. God bless. Marty Sabo
Jo Ann
August 15, 2020
Kelly we met when we were 11 and we became friends, we had great times and I’m so glad I have the memories we made. The miles between us didn’t affect the once in a while calls and texts. I will never forget the good times we had, RIP dear friend. Love you
Jo Ann cenchitz
August 15, 2020
Kelly was a great friend, I met him when we were 11 years old and became fast friends. California May have separated us by miles but it didn’t separate our friendship. We stayed in touch until the end and I will truly miss those once-in-awhile phone calls and texts. You were loved by many, I’m glad to have been your longtime friend. I will miss you every day but the memories we made will never be forgotten. Love you and RIP my friend.
Jo Ann cenchitz
August 15, 2020
Kelly was a great friend, I met him when we were 11 years old and became fast friends. California May have separated us by miles but it didn’t separate our friendship. We stayed in touch until the end and I will truly miss those once-in-awhile phone calls and texts. You were loved by many, I’m glad to have been your longtime friend. I will miss you every day but the memories we made will never be forgotten. Love you and RIP my friend.
Ed. Biondillo
August 15, 2020
He was the most soulful person I knew. I will miss him more than words can say.
Debra Paul Colmers
August 15, 2020
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