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he was a great leader to me and the students. since of humor
WILLIAM BROOKS
February 02, 2025 | School


Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
PAVEL SHELDON "SHELLY" S. on February 7, 2021. Beloved husband of Paula (nee Blackman) Loving father of Shani (David) Bardach; dear stepfather of Ariel (Afshana) Broido. Also survived by 2 grandchildren. Services and interment are Private. Contributions in his memory may be made to Jewish...
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WILLIAM BROOKS
February 02, 2025 | School
My appreciation for Dr. Pavel is endless! He always took the time to meet with me when needed. His encouragement and support meant the world to me.
Koroun Butler (250)
February 04, 2024 | School
Pavel is my inspiration for pursuing a career in education. He made every student feel seen and loved as he walked through the halls and knew every students name in some cases before you even met him. He was diligent and a student first Principal and someone that was always a pleasure to see. He always told us that there was no other place like Central High school and we took that for granted when we were there. In my professional life I now realize just how true this was and wish I would...
Ishamdy Ramos (273)
February 08, 2023
you were the greatest principal. you helped me many times to get out of sticky stuations A mensch never really dies,he lingers along to see if he missed any that could be solved. he helped central and tried to help the instructors,which he did my love to you,buddy yOU TAU GHT ME MUCH. I SHOULD HAVE LISTENED TO YOU
wildbill brooks
February 02, 2023 | School
A GREAT LEADER IN EDUCATION AT CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL IN PHILA.
WILLIAM BROOKS
July 02, 2022 | School

Group of 10 Memorial Trees
Trina Ricketts 248
February 16, 2021 | Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful colleague and dear husband of my friend and associate, Paula. I’ll always remember the beautiful dinner at their home, when my friend and I were showered with such love and embraced as family, as we spoke of our children and travel adventures. Dr. Pavel, what a great man and ultimate Leader. He will be missed by many.
Gwen Lewis
February 15, 2021 | Friend
I have known and Sheldon "Shelly" Pavel for forty years or more. I am a Central High School Alumni and Served on the Alumni Board of Directors and on the committee that chose Sheldon as our New President. He was the longest serving and the best President that we have ever had. He was also a very good poker player and we played together in a poker game that was connected to the faculty of Beaver College. Sheldon joined our game about twenty five years ago. Not only was Shelly very bright, very...
A. Richard Polis
February 12, 2021 | Friend
Dr. Sheldon Pavel was a legend in the School District of Philadelphia. He will always be remembered for the excellent leadership he provided to Central High School. Dr. Pavel shared his wisdom and education experience with students, families, colleagues and the community. My deepest condolences to the family. May all these special memories help to comfort you at this difficult time. You are in my prayers.
Dr. Mary I. Ramirez
February 11, 2021 | Coworker