Paul Fredrick Sands

For a dozen years, I, along with Paul's old friend Ed.Marble, enjoyed and worried watching a very adventurous Paul! He wanted to experience it all as he lived with a real passion and joy. I will remember his caring and his great stories he shared with us on Lopez and Az. My condolences to his dedicated daughters and family. He is missed!

Paul and Gloria entered my world through my wife Cindy as Paul and Gloria were summertime neighbors of Cindy at Newman lake. A very sweet couple. My first experience visiting Paul on Lopez Island is where Paul introduced us to the amazing world of sailing. And had it not been for Paul, a world we may have never known. Paul´s example and connection to sailing was a magnet to me. A life´s course correction. In all my experience with Paul he remain consistent in attitude, intelligence and...

Paul, you will be so missed. I grew up with Paul and Gloria and they always felt like family, from neighbors at Newman lake to showing us the beauty of the islands one of my favorite places I visit yearly since. The last time I got to see Paul was a few years ago on one of those trips and got to introduce my partner Chad, as always he welcomed us with open arms, took us out in the dingy to show Chad a little crabbing and we talked for hours and hours on the deck. I will cherish that one on...

Wonderful memories of Paul and Gloria who were our neighbors at Newman Lake, Washington for many years. Peace and love to those left behind...."from the other Gloria" (Fraser) next door.

So sorry to hear the loss of Paul. He was truly from the Greatest Generation. Sincerely, Kent & Mary Olsen ( Lopez Island Neighbors)