Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania
Sep 8, 1936 – Jan 3, 2016 (Age 79)
Paul was born on September 8, 1936 and passed away on Sunday, January 3, 2016. Paul was a resident of Mount Carmel, Pennsylvania at the time of his passing. Mr. Semicek is a graduate of Susquehanna University with a Bachelor's degree in Music Education. He also performed graduate work at the Peabody Institute of Music in Baltimore Maryland Bucknell and Bloomsburg Universities. Relatives friends and neighbors are invited to attend a funeral mass on Friday January 8 2016 at 12:00 noon in the Church of Our Lady 47 South Market Street Mount Carmel with Father Francis Karwacki officiating. Burial will be in All Saints Cemetery Elysburg. Visitation will be held Friday morning from 9:00 - 11:30 in the C.J. Lucas Funeral Home Inc. 27 North Vine Street Mount Carmel C.J. Lucas IV Supervisor. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to the Paul Semicek Scholarship Fund CO Mount Carmel Area School District 600 West Fifth Street Mount Carmel PA 17851.
I started with prof in 4th grade. For the next 8 years he was a teacher, mentor and friend. He truly was a great influence in my life and for that I am forever greatful. Thank you for the gift of music, honor, responsibility and respect. Rest well, you earned it!
David Dormer
January 05, 2025
Prof was one of the greatest mentors to our youth. Our son was in the Danville High School Band under Prof. He learned so much from him - not only in the classroom and football field(s) but also in everyday life. He still talks about Prof and experiences with him and also continues to play drums whenever the opportunity arises (at the age of 39). Prof was a great man and will be missed by many.
Bonnie Edmeads
January 06, 2016 | Danville, PA
`Sorry to hear of Pauls passing, He and my mother, Marie Semicek were first cousins. I remember him from when I was in high School (old MCH building). You have my sympathy.
Marie Dimm
January 12, 2016 | Cumming,, GA
I played trombone with the Mounties when Paul was in charge! It was a fantastic time & many great memories. I will always have a lot of respect for that man. He will be missed, my prayers go out to his family.
Blaine Kessler
January 11, 2016 | Marietta, GA
I feel blessed to have been part of the Danville Band from 1983 to 1988. Prof was the best and had such a positive influence on me and countless others. God bless you, Prof.
Tim Wilver
January 09, 2016 | Mt. Pleasant Mills, PA
"Prof" maximized his musical talents to become a legend to all his students, and his legacy will always be with his students. I'm so honored to be one from Danville. Thanks "Prof".
Craig L Getz
January 09, 2016 | Milton,PA
I will always treasure the wonderful memories I have of being a MOUNTIE. Prof was a blessing in my life and was the foundation and strength of that organization. I will miss him just as so many other's who knew him will. I am so glad I got to be part of the reunion in Sept. "One last wonderful memory with PROF!" My prayers are with his family.
Tom Thompson
January 09, 2016 | Marion Heights
To the family and friends of the "Music Man", it was an honor to have known "Prof". He gave life a heck of a ride. And he took thousands along with him. Maybe tens of thousands ! I had the distinct pleasure of being a part of an awesome band and he supported my athletic participation as well. Great man. Treasure the memories. I certainly will !!
MCAHS 1976
Bass Trombonist
Mike Fegley
January 08, 2016 | Menomonee Falls, WI
"Prof" was an amazing man. I feel so honored to have had him not only as a teacher, leader and mentor but as a friend. He taught all of us invaluable life lessons ... He taught us to work hard and be proud of our accomplishments. He made us feel important. You will be missed beyond words.
Mary Williams (Kutcher)
January 08, 2016 | Danville, PA
