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Paul Blaum Obituary

Paul Joseph Blaum, 76, of Covington, Louisiana, passed away peacefully Saturday, June 1st at St Tammany Hospital after a brave battle with pancreatic cancer. Paul, who was loved by many, was a top salesman for 32 years with 3M Corporation, and was a co-owner of Cafe Banquette in New Orleans and Dixie's in the French Quarter. He was a former Mr. New Orleans, a proud St. Stanislaus Rock-A-Chaw graduate from the Class of 1960 and a graduate from the University of Southern Mississippi. A generous supporter of numerous charities and a lover of both art and artists alike, Paul was an advocate for the support of small business and community and was a loyal patron of downtown Covington. Paul, beloved husband of Mary Kay Derryberry for 47 years, was preceded in death by his parents Valentine Blaum and Otillia Huber, sisters Delores Mayard, Theresa Boucree and brother Gene Blaum and is survived by his sister Marie Adams. Paul is also survived by multiple nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. Visitation is Friday, June 7th, 2019 from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at St. Peter Catholic Church, 125 East 19th Ave., Covington, LA with a Catholic Mass at 1:00 PM. A reception will follow in the Great Hall at the First United Methodist Church, 203 N. Jefferson Ave., Covington, LA. In lieu of flowers, donations to Fairhaven Children's Home, 21066 Fairhaven Road, Covington, LA 70435 are appreciated. Please sign the E.J. Fielding Funeral Home online Guest Book at www.ejfieldingfh.com.

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Published by The New Orleans Advocate from Jun. 4 to Jun. 7, 2019.

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Rick Smith

June 1, 2020

One year since Paul was called home by his heavenly father. It has been a somewhat crazy year and I would have loved hearing Paul share his thoughts and ideas on these unsettling issues we face today. He was a smart man. I miss my friend terribly, but find comfort in knowing he is at peace in God's heavenly kingdom.
Missed by many, forgotten by no one!

Cathy Wegmann Domangue

June 8, 2019

Dear Kay, I'm very sorry to hear this news. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Paul. Cathy Domangue

Bernie Cyrus

June 8, 2019

He was a friend and mentor. One of a kind gentle soul and loving person. I will miss him dearly, but never will I forget him. I missed the funeral as I was on the air doing my show, but I talked about him and his legacy. RIP my friend.

June 7, 2019

My condolences to the family on the loss of your loved one. May the God of all comfort be with you during your time of sorrow. (Psalm 145:19)

Arthur Wynne

June 6, 2019

The Clue as he was known while attending St. Stanislaus was a great friend to all. He was a great example of why St. Stanislaus is called the school of Character. The Sacred Heart Brothers made a strong impression on his life as they did to many of us.

Class 1963

Candy Modeen

June 6, 2019

So thankful and blessed to have been a family friend and neighbor to Mr. Paul for so many years! I have such fond memories of how kind and welcoming he and Mrs. Kay were to me as a young girl and into my adulthood! They were the "cool" neighbors with the "cool" house and fun Christmas parties!! Mr. Paul always had a smile on his face! God Bless all of the Blaum family and especially our sweet Mrs. Kay. You are all in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Much love, Candy Morse Modeen and family

June 6, 2019

Remembering your great love story today and always.

Betty Burke

June 5, 2019

Greg and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for comfort during this rough time in your life. Betty Burke

Paul, Kay and friends in downtown Covington

Rick Smith

June 5, 2019

What a great friend! Paul had a heart of gold, a great sense of humor and always tried to make life better for all. He wasn't afraid to think outside the box or stand up for his beliefs, he was a difference maker.
Paul may have lost a very tough battle to a vicious cancer, but fight he did, and did it as bravely as one could. I will miss my friend but know that he is at peace because of Jesus Christ. My prayers are with his wife Kay and his extended family.

June 5, 2019

I am so sorry for your loss. May God's promises comfort and sustain you during this difficult time. (John 6:40)

Betsy Sullivan

June 5, 2019

You will be missed by many. You were a great friend and Boss. We all had some great times together and many laughs. Thank you for the wonderful memories. You never stopped giving of yourself when your friends were in need. There will never be another one like you. Rest in peace, my friend, Betsy Sullivan
My thoughts and prayers are with Kay and the family.

June 5, 2019

Paul was a very unique individual and held in high regard by those who knew him. He is a beloved member of the St. Stanislaus Rock-a-chaw class of 1960. He was affectionately known as' The Clue.'

Tom Troxler SSC"60

The Staff of E.J. Fielding Funeral Home

June 4, 2019

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Visitation

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

St. Peter Catholic Church

125 East 19th Ave., Covington, LA

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7

Funeral Mass

1:00 p.m.

St. Peter Catholic Church

125 East 19th Ave., Covington, LA

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2260 W. 21st Avenue, Covington, LA 70433

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