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Well done, good and faithful servant. You were a font of knowledge and a goid man
Norman Symonds
November 11, 2025 | Friend


Photo courtesy of Doughty Calhoun O'Meara Funeral Home - Bakersfield
Bakersfield, California
Dec 11, 1961 – Oct 18, 2025
Paul Boutin died on Oct. 18, 2025, of cancer in Bakersfield, Calif., in the company of his wife, Christina Noren, and close friends.A polymorphic polymath, Boutin was a programmer, editor, writer and recording artist whose words appeared in Wired, Slate and the New York Times, whose interactive...
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Norman Symonds
November 11, 2025 | Friend

All my love to Christina. The Universe honored me by allowing me to be there when Paul first met Christina, two souls sparking something unforgettable. I had the honor of officiating their first wedding, and years later, their second, after life had taken them through its twists and brought them back to each other. Paul´s love for Christina was fierce, tender, and enduring. I love them both deeply. His absence is immeasurable, but his legacy lives in every note, every memory, every act of...
imber Anakata
November 01, 2025 | Friend
Dear Family and Friends, It is with a heavy heart that I share my memories and condolences for my dear cousin, Paul Boutin. Paul was not just a cousin; he was a passionate engineer, a lover of music, and a true supporter of those in need. Paul's enthusiasm for engineering was contagious. He had a unique ability to solve problems creatively and inspire those around him. I will always remember the hours we spent in NZ discussing our dreams and ambitions, pushing each other to reach new...
Whamid Al-shabib
October 31, 2025

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Whamid Al-shabib and Katherine Muller and Joanna
October 31, 2025 | San Rafael