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Paul Hibbits Obituary
In 2003, Paul fell in love with Maureen Emery, who moved to Alaska on the promise that Paul would build her a "dream kitchen" - which he promptly did.
Paul was a loyal friend, witty and honest, and always ready to help others. Even at the end, when he had little strength left, his desire was to help his friends in any way possible.
Paul is survived by his daughter, Amy Nashon of Tarzana, California; his grandchildren, Amari and Zion Paulino of Tarzana, California; brother, David Hibbits of Camarillo, California; his nephew, Charles Hibbits of Simi Valley; and, his niece Sarah Mora of Santa Cruz, California. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Leona Hibbits and his loving partner, Maureen Emery.
A memorial will be given by the Hells Angels at a date and time TBD. Paul's ashes will be spread by his family and close friends in Malibu, California, where he enjoyed hang-gliding over the Pacific Ocean.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Hibbits
Steven Perryman
December 11, 2024
Here is Animal and Grundie.
Steven Perryman
December 11, 2024
I met Animal the summer of 1976, I was 10 yrs old and went to live with my father. My father was a Oakland Hells Angel and lived at the Oakland club house. Animal had a dog that rode with him on his motorcycle, he would lay across the tank. Here is a photo of Animal engulfed in flames, Halloween 1980 or 81' The best Halloween costume ever! He is and will alway be a hero of mine.. Miss You Steven Perryman
Pappy
August 13, 2022
Ride free brother
Dennis Hall
March 24, 2013
I married Pauls first love of his life Mary Belle Post and I don,t think he liked me very much at that time. But over the years we became friends. Paul was a man of his word and will be missed by me and others. i will always remember you. Dennis Hall
Gary Kubik
March 21, 2013
P.S. I wish I had known he was
sick. Paul I own and ride a 2007 HD Streetbob. I know you are UP there riding with the Angels. Gary Kubik
Gary Kubik
March 21, 2013
I remember Paul from P.E. class where we
would not be in class, but, on the hillside waiting for gopher to pop-out then be put to rest. Paul was a good person and friend. He always had your back!! Always in my heart, Gary Kubik
John Spohn
March 18, 2013
I will always remember Paul. I was a Freshman at ACHS and he was a Senior. We were on the same wrestling team and Paul was one tough guy. I believe this is where "Animal" came from. He always wore a yellow cut off sweatshirt that said the Animal on it every day during our wrestling practices. I remember him and Mark Post hanging out and having fun. RIP Paul.
Lurana Knick Heavenrich
March 11, 2013
Paul was the kind of guy who gave you a story you could tell the rest of your life. I feel lucky that he is a part of my childhood memories.
TJ HELLS ANGELS
March 11, 2013
Sunday 17th of march at four corners lounge will be a celebration of life for Animal this is a potluck starting about 2:30 pm bring on the story's show up unless your scaredHAHAHA
Crissy Ash
March 11, 2013
I am saddened to learn of Paul's passing. He was a friend from elementary and high school and we communicated at times through the years. I will remember Paul as being one of the most real, honest, loyal and dedicated friends who would do anything for you. He had a wonderful heart and was selfless. When we spoke we would reminisce over times in Camarillo when we were young and laughed at some of the funny things we did or said. I have oftened used Paul as an example of one who knew the true meaning of friendship and had just shared this with one of my sons during the past few weeks. I remember during the 80's when Paul was working with Willie Nelson and on tour he visited me while in Tucson, Arizona and took a few of us to see Willie's traveling buses and enjoy the concert. I can't say enough about him as a human being and only wish I would have known he was ill so I could have spoken with him. My life has been enriched because of knowing Paul. I know he is in a wonderful place with all his loved ones that have passed. May God Bless Paul's family and my deepest sympathies to all who knew this special person and were apart of his life.
Love,
Crissy Alexakis Ash
Linda Oliver-Megrail
March 10, 2013
I will always remember getting into mischief with you, Marky and Marybell,
at their house on Highland Dr. You are
celebrating with them right now. The high school memories will always be cherished because of your "heart of gold". It was so wonderful running in
to you at the Willie Nelson show in Lake Tahoe in 1980. I will always smile when I hear your name.
March 10, 2013
For "Animal" & Family (both by Blood & Choice): May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
My 1st Post didn't make it through
But maybe this one will?
And if, by chance it doesn't,
I'll keep trying til I do!
Animal: You ride on the Wings of Angels
To a place only some will see;
And if by chance I make it there,
I hope you'll wait for me.
Until that time.....
If the Angels lift the bar,
I'll see you on the other side,Superstar!
In the meantime....
I'm gonna miss that smile,
I'm gonna miss you my friend,
I know it may sound crazy,
But I know it's not the end.
And while I bide my time down here,
If anybody sees....
I'm not crying cause I feel so sorry for you....
I'm crying for me. (JKB)
With Love & Respect Forever & a Day...Big Jim & Judy Block Wahrer
Patti Alexakis
March 9, 2013
I met Paul when he was in the 7th or 8th grade and will always remember him for the big soul he had. I'm so sorry to learn of his passing; rest in blissful peace.
Charlie Felsenthal
March 7, 2013
Paul always seemed indestructible. It's hard to believe he's gone. I knew him all through childhood and adolescence (until I graduated from ACHS in 1964), and we served together as acolytes at St. Columba's Church. His brother David was my boyhood best friend, and over the years I've had occasional news of Paul through David. I knew things weren't going well, but still . . . this is a shock. I don't think I've ever met anyone tougher than Paul -- and though he tended to conceal it, I always knew there was a big heart under that rough exterior. May he have the peace he deserves.
Tobe Smith
March 7, 2013
Paul was definitely a one off, none like him.
March 7, 2013
Animal:
Say "Hey" to M.Post.....Camarillo '69.
Bird & Karyl Lammers
Bob Crawford
March 7, 2013
I was truly saddened to hear of Pauls (animals) passing, so many great memories and stories of him, I really regret having lost contact with you after H.S, but know you had a band of brothers that taught you well my friend.
Your heart was so big I will never forget in HS on the track team when coach McEwen asked you to compete in a distance race that you had not practiced for, never complained and didn't hesitate, you placed in the top and we won the meet, you look like hell when you finished but that,s how big you heart was you always did what was asked of you.
I will miss you MY friend
Tom Barto
March 7, 2013
Paul was always trying and doing his physical best at ACHS. He was easy to know and wasn't into puttin anyone down. I remember that at graduation, his 'Angel' pals cheered when he captured his diploma. A bigger visual memory than that helicopter that swept Liza away that June evening in 1966. Paul had a full and active life.
March 7, 2013
RIP
Debbie Mortensen
March 6, 2013
God keep you Paul. I'll miss you.
Jay Levell
March 6, 2013
Goodbye Animal! Great friend you were and are! I typed an entry yesterday and they did not print it, maybe this time it will go. Thanks for all the good times we had, man. I hope you are pain free now. If you see my Dad in the sky riding his Indian In Line Four or Knucklehead tell him I says howdy and ride together in the stars.Red and White was my school colors in Oakland California. Saint Elizabeth School. So we both liked the colors Red and White! Yeah. Later, man, Crazy Jay in Paaaaaaaaaaaaaalmer, Aaaaaaaaalaska.
March 5, 2013
Paul "Animal" Paid your dues with the Central Mat-Su F.D. Thank-You JK Senior
PEPPERMENTPATTI ALIX
March 5, 2013
MAUREEN, SO SORRY TO HEAR OF ANIMALS PASSING. HE WILL BE MISSED VERY MUCH. LET ME KNOW IF THERE IS ANYTHING I DO TO HELP YOU.
Judy Block
March 5, 2013
This one's for you Animal...the 1st entry wouldn't allow me to add it! L & R....Big Jim & Judy
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