Colorado Springs, Colorado
Paul died unexpectedly at a time when he was very happy. With a future opening up in Calgary as a teacher at ACAD and with the promise of a new marriage Paul was indeed ecstatic and full of vision when he died. Briefly, Paul was born in Buffalo NY, raised in Tonawanda NY, went to College at Delhi...
Read MoreI need to say how sorry we are that Paul has left us all in such an unexpected and tragic way. We have know him for many years having met him thru our son, a fellow jeweler. Paul was such a happy , gentle person and a very talented craftsman. I think of him every time I drive past his home and still find it hard to believe he and his dog aren't there any more - but in a better place.Rest in peace
jane hamill
January 01, 2011 | Colorado Springs, CO
Although we never had the pleasure of meeting Paul, we saw how he brought happiness and hope to our dear friend Joy. We had never seen our “little one” so transformed by love. We regret his early and tragic death and wish that the wonderful memories that he gave to his friends and family will sustain them in their grief.
Tanja, Nicki & Diana, the Literary Ladies of Calgary
December 20, 2010
What a large part of our lives you played, Paul, back in Oneonta. In the studio, late night. Standing waist deep fishing in the Susquehana River or on Goodyear Lake. Barbeques on the porch, shooting pool and talking science. Animals, animals, animals.....
We will think of you often.
andy & Kim cooperman
December 17, 2010 | Seattle, WA
All of us here at Colorado Wolf & Wildlife Center would like to say how sorry we are that Paul has left this world in an untimely manner. Some of us here had the opportunity to meet Paul and it is always exciting to us when someone takes an above & beyond interest in wolves and wildlife. Paul was one of those people who wanted to help make a difference. He will be missed by many. We wish the warmest blessings to all who knew him and may he continue to be a voice in the animal kingdom of...
December 17, 2010
Peter, Ricky and I met you only recently Sometimes people definately have an impact in your life, you certainly did with your comapassion and gentleness,and your great humour, we love you, you will be missed dearly.
Marilyn Kelly
December 16, 2010 | Calgary, AB
Dear Paul,
I never actually met you, but i feel as though i know you because of the way Joy spoke about you. You had a tremendous impact on her, and that alone tells me that you must have been quite a remarkable man. You gave her comfort, hope, and put a smile into her heart. For that i thank you, and i am sorry we never had the chance to become friends.
Craig Carver
December 16, 2010 | Abbotsford, BC
I met Paul probably the year I started working at Ackley's Rocks and Stamps way back in 1991.
Paul always made me smile, and he was always smiling when I waited on him as I wrote up his "resales".
He was a kind, gentle soul who will be greatly missed!
Karen Roth
December 16, 2010 | Colorado Springs, CO
Dear Paul,
Even though we did not know you, we know Joy will miss you very much. Her memory of you will live on forever. Joy, our thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless
Uncle Bill and Mary Funk
December 16, 2010 | Calgary AB
Dear Paul:
I can't really put into words your impact on my life. You showed me in your own gentle way, that I have much growing to do. You showed me what unconditional love is for your fellow man and you brought my Husband Joe and I, a beautiful ring for my finger, laughter and acceptance and support such as is rarely known. We are in shock...still...your funeral was another reminder of how much you loved Jesus and how loved and admired you were...
Mr Bear...(sweet as you too)
Lynn Schriner
December 15, 2010 | Elizabeth, CO