Paul David Needham

This is horribly tragic. I am so late in responding, but I was just looking up Paul to ask to get together again after many years on my next trip to San Francisco in February.
Paul and I knew each other originally in Baltimore in the early 90's. I was interviewed for one of his security clearances. I stayed at his place in SF many times.
At the end of the day, I am at a loss. I wanted to introduce him to my husband who is also in recovery.

I met Paul a number of times and was impressed by his knowledge and kind attitude. He will be missed.
Paul M. Wright

This is shocking news. Paul will be missed.
I worked with Paul for years at Oracle. He helped me with a company named Ellucian where, due to Paul's expertise, the company began using our security products and is now very successful thanks to Paul's efforts. Paul spoke at a conference we sponsored in 2014 where he addressed 400 high level higher education executives. His session was extremely well received and voted the best presentation of the conference. Paul was always busy but...