Paul Bergan Winters

Some of the most amazing people and times happened to me when I worked for Paul. Between the La Boheme and the Reading Gaol it was almost 11 years of a great work-friend relationship. He created the dynamic where everyone was welcome to enjoy great food and drink. It was the best place to talk or play games. The fun, friendships and camaraderie. The party poker games. Paul seemed to me both shy and witty at the same time. Sometimes his dry quips under his breath would strike me as...

I just got this reminder about Paul. As others have said it's hard to believe so much time as passed. Paul was such a cool dude.
I first met him when I returned to Washington state in 1990. The La Boheme was a short 5 blocks from my house ( uphill ). First night I walked in that bar it was snowing and Paul was working. He had great beer and the typical Beer Steins of Bavarian lore. I told him about my time in Bavaria and we both realized we were stationed in the same part of the world,...

Miss you and the Gaol RIP

It's hard to believe it's been 10 years. We miss the Gaol and the conversations with the lost tribe of Gaolites.

Paul you were a great friend to us late night industry chef's miss you a lot miss the day's at "The Gaol"!!!

To all of you Reading Gaol friends,
We loved Paul, and we loved the community he formed there. I mighta cooked you some burgers, or something during my time working for this beautiful soul. Maybe you fixed our cars, maybe we made you dinner, maybe we just were you friends. Because of Paul. RIP Paul. We will miss you. Christine and Shawn

Reading the names of those who signed this in tribute to Paul..floods me with memories of some of the funnest years of my life while a bartender at the La Boheme. Paul you were the center of that special place, and I thank You for your part. Slato....My friend... heaven will be a Friday night happy hour I'll see you and those other dear friends, who are there with you. My condolences to his family, and all who share this loss. God Bless!

Paul,
No one but you would be able to bring together such a unique and wonderful family that is The Reading Gaol. Our thoughts are with your entire family. Wish we could be there to raise a pint in your honor...
Much Love