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Paul Webb Obituary
Born in 1946 in Fargo, North Dakota, he was the son of Olga and Frederic Webb. He graduated from Western Reserve Academy in 1964, attended Oberlin College, and served in the United States Army from 1966-1970, where he earned an Army Commendation Medal for meritorious service. After leaving the Army, he moved to Southern Ohio where he earned a degree in Environmental Health from Hocking College.
Paul was a lifelong fan of the Cleveland Indians and the great city of Cleveland, Ohio. He loved photography, bird watching, and spending time with his family. Paul had a brilliant mind, was well read, and was fluent in Russian and German. He spent his career developing safe and affordable housing for families in Athens County and in communities all across the country. He loved the city of New Orleans and sharing the cuisine with his wife and family. Paul believed in winning small victories and chipping away at big ones to create a more inclusive, equitable, and accessible world for all members of our community.
He will be deeply missed by his wife, Barbara Salyer Conover; beloved sister, Betty Lou Canant; children, Evan (Tracy Turner), Sarah (Chad Burkett), Emily, Robin (Dave LaPalombara); step-children, Emily Johnson, Elissa Livingston, Ethan Conover, Eli Conover, Erik Conover; grandchildren, Sullivan Burkett and Miles Burkett; step-grandchildren, Jenna Houpt, Cameron Houpt, Christopher Johnson, Calder Livingston; brother, Frederic; sister, Paulette Holgate (Curtis).
He is preceded in death by his brother, Joel; his father, Frederic; and his mother, Olga.
The family will hold private services, and a public memorial will be scheduled on his birthday in the Fall. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to a charity of your choice and please vote this November. Arrangements are entrusted to Hughes-Moquin Funeral Home where friends and family may leave the family a message of sympathy or sign the online guestbook at www.hughesmoquinfuneralhome.com.
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Jack Burtch
July 24, 2020
Paul was a classmate of mine at Western Reserve Academy. He was gentle, generous, funny and smart as a whip. I give thanks that I got to know him and I grieve his death. I send my deepest sympathy to his family.
Wendy Cremeans
July 17, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Deepest sympathy, Wendy Cremeans
david cramer
July 13, 2020
Barbara: I will miss Paul, so down to earth and witty!
Heather Gathron
July 11, 2020
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of the Webb family. May the Lord wrap his arms around you during this difficult and may He help provide you with comfort and peace.
Shanda Lewis
July 11, 2020
I love all you guys so much and am gutted by your loss. Hug each other tightly, I'm sending distance hugs. Your dad had many accomplishments but perhaps his greatest gift to the rest of us, was creating and raising such a great kids. Lean on each other. Try to see a little light in this world where there is so much darkness and know that you are loved.
I am so. SO. Sorry.
Becki Saylor Mikola
July 11, 2020
My deepest sympathies to Evan, Sarah, Emily and Robin. Whenever I encounter Paul, he was soft-spoken and so kind. A great man with endless knowledge and insight. You were incredibly blessed with such a great father and I know you all will continue his great legacy of compassion for people and the love of Cleveland. Hugs and love.
Lisa Simpson
July 11, 2020
I was so sorry to hear of Your familys loss. I remember Pauls sense of humor and desire to help people with disabilities and other folks that couldnt typically own a home have the joy of that great American privilege. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Chuck Carroll
July 11, 2020
Dear Robin, Barb and family. I am sorry to hear about your dad. All of you will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God's Love and Peace surround you. Virtual Hugs! Chuck
Donna Wamsley
July 10, 2020
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. May he rest in peace.
Donna and Jay
Mike L'Heureux
July 10, 2020
Paul was the epitome of high achievers who give their lives to make others better. He will be remembered forever by many individuals and social agencies. It was an honor to be his friend.
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