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Paul Engle Obituary
Paul Martin Engle entered into life on February 20, 1948, and entered unexpectedly into eternity November 5, 2015. Paul, the third son of Ed and Betty Engle, grew up and spent most of his life in the South Bay. He graduated from Mira Costa High School in 1966 where he shined on the football field. He went on to El Camino College where he continued to excel in football and earned a scholarship to play for San Jose State University.
After graduating with a degree in business administration, he returned to the South Bay and started a career in sales. He eventually followed in the footsteps of his father, Ed, and found his way into the floor covering business. Paul's natural engaging personality and hard work ethic allowed him to climb up the corporate ladder, eventually becoming Vice President of Sales and Marketing in carpet manufacturing for 38 years.
In 1984 he married the love of his life, Mary Lorenz. Together they raised their three beautiful daughters Kelly (31), Whitney (29), and Jamie (26). After moving to Palos Verdes in 1995, Paul became active in the Palos Verdes Breakfast Club and served as president in 2003. He became an integral part of the club's acting troop "The Brandoliers" playing a number of roles from Marilyn Monroe to General Patton at their annual extravaganza "The Rowdy-O."
Paul's other main social passion was following San Jose State Football. He and several of his former San Jose teammates formed an alumni group and they would travel to the Bay Area to cheer on the Spartans. They traveled to all of the home games, some of the away games and hosted BBQ's for the team during spring training.
He was a devoted husband to Mary, a loving and affectionate father to Kelly, Whitney and Jamie, a proud father-in-law to Mike, Matt and Aaron and an even prouder grandfather to baby Grayson Mary. Paul is also survived by his brothers Phil (Dru) and Gene (Teri); nieces Heidi (Mark) and Krista (David), and nephew Matthew (Tara) and 5 great nieces, as well as hundreds of friends from all over the South Bay. Paul was also a huge animal lover and leaves behind his 3 rescue dogs Rusty, Lulu and Oliver. Though he may be gone physically, his spirit will live on in the countless lives he touched and changed forever.
A Memorial will be held Tuesday, November 17th at 1PM at The Neighborhood Church in Palos Verdes. The family asks in lieu of flowers contributions can be made in Paul's name to Love Leo Rescue (1908 12th Street, Unit 2, Santa Monica, CA 90404) or The Spartan Foundation (1 Washington Square, San Jose, CA 95192).
Please sign the guestbook at www.lafuneral.com.
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Michael Blackburn
May 26, 2025
It's 2025 Andi just watched an episode where he played Andy. He was terrific and that's why I looked him up. I didn't know that he had passed on. A great actor.
Bambi schmidt
January 14, 2025
God bless his family.
karl
July 6, 2024
Paul was superb in Tales of Wells Fargo in two episodes.. from what I read here so far I wish I knew this fine gentleman... rest in peace Paul !
TanToes
July 5, 2024
You were in an amazing number of programs I've never seen. But the few I have, Gunsmokes filmed before I was born, even, and recognized you in, show what a very good actor you were.
Gilbert
July 2, 2024
I just saw Paul in Gunsmoke. He was an awesome actor, The Lost Gun. I loved it!
Janice Hill-Wright
February 22, 2023
Mr. Paul Engle, gone never to be forgotten. Great child actor from The Lone Ranger.
Sandra anderson
February 21, 2023
Paul Engle a very impressive child star. I´ve seen him in several westerns.
M. Wood
December 1, 2022
I just saw Paul on Gunsmoke. "The Lost Rifle" was very well done and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Rest in peace as it seems you were a fine man and a grand husband, father, grandfather and, no doubt, a good friend.
John N. Markham
November 10, 2022
Very good actor you will be missed, I remember you on the Lone Ranger.
Joseph Petrizzo jr
November 8, 2022
I saw Paul Engle on Cheyenne on insp, he was a good child actor then may he R.I.P. Amen.
karl mezansky
November 2, 2022
I love Paul engle on his two appearances on.. tales of Wells Fargo.. a fine actor all the way around and he will be missed because he's even a finer human being
Judy Ray
July 25, 2022
I fell in love with Paul Engle in the four episodes of The Lone Ranger in which he co-starred. I am very sorry for not only your loss, but for all those who grew up watching him and loving him as a beloved, talented child actor!! RIP, Paul Engle!!
Kevin Cox
May 17, 2022
I truly enjoyed his acting in Gunsmoke´s "Lost Rifle". I tried to find what he´d done afterwards in movies and/or TV and was amazed to find he quit after doing a few "Hazel"s. He was 3 years younger than me so I was also shocked to learn he had passed away.
Earline
November 2, 2021
Dear Paul, I know that today isn't the anniversary of your death. But I hope you won't mind if I place a memory here about a wonderful Actor who played your Father on "Hazel". Actor John Newton, who appeared twice on "Hazel" as your father, would have been Ninety-Six Years Old Today. You two were so good together, as father and son. My favorite scene was when the both of you were invited to The Baxter's home for lunch, in the Episode: "Them New Neighbors Is Nice", and you were crushing on Dorothy. It was funny. MAY YOU BOTH REST IN PEACE WITH THE LORD.
Janice Hill-Wright
June 7, 2021
Mr. Engle, I loved you on episodes of the Lone Ranger. You were an exceptional child actor. Continue to rest in heavenly peace.
Janice Hill-Wright
A fan from Georgia ❤
Earline
February 20, 2021
Dear Paul, Happy Birthday In Heaven. May You Rest In Peace With The Lord.
Earline
November 5, 2020
A few months ago I saw you on a Season One Episode of “Highway Patrol” titled “License Plate”. I’ve wanted to buy that Season for awhile. It will be such a pleasure to see you on that Episode again. You were such a good Actor. I hope all of Your Fans are watching you today, on some of their favorite programs. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE WITH THE LORD.
Maree Car
October 19, 2020
Watched you on an episode of Cheyenne today. You were a great actor. Rest in peace! ❤
Maree Car
October 19, 2020
Watched you on an episode of Cheyenne today. You were a great actor. Rest in peace! ❤
Earline
February 20, 2020
Paul, I'm sure your Fans are enjoying you today, as they watch some of their favorite shows on which you appeared. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE WITH THE LORD.
Earline Taylor
November 5, 2019
Dear Paul, Your Fans Are Remembering You Today, On Your Fourth Anniversary In Heaven. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE WITH THE LORD.
TERESA GREENBERG
February 21, 2019
Happy Birthday in heaven. I know you are dancing with the angels. You are missed for sure...
Earline
February 20, 2019
Dear Paul, Happy Birthday in Heaven. May You Rest In Peace.
Eric
November 20, 2018
I saw you on an episode of Cheyenne and because I was impressed with your acting I decided to research you. I was impressed even more by the man I read about. You seem like you were a good and respected man. My condolences to your family.
Earline Taylor
November 6, 2018
Dear Paul, As another year has past since you were called Home, I found out this past Summer that Actor John Newton, who played your Father on "Hazel", had past away nearly three years earlier, also in November. You two were great together, on "Hazel". I wish you two could have stayed on that longer. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.
November 5, 2017
Paul, I was thinking how Lovely It Would Be if all of Your Fans gathered up all of the Episodes, in as many shows that you appeared in, that we possibly can, and Watch Them In Honor Of You, Today. Since the Summer Of Last Year, I've Purchased Most Of The Comedy Shows that you Appeared In: "LEAVE IT TO BEAVER", "MY THREE SONS", AND "THE DONNA REED SHOW". I had Bought "HAZEL" 2 YEARS PRIOR. Unfortunately "MAKE ROOM FOR DADDY" has not been released, By The Season, for Purchase. That would round out "All Of My Collection". Whenever I think about You, I always remember You On My Favorite Earlier Sitcom: "HAZEL". You were such a Good Actor. You are missed.
Phil Bray
April 5, 2017
I just saw Paul as Andy on Gunsmoke today. That was as good of a performance as I have ever seen by a child actor. It made you want to smile, cry & was very heartwarming.
Albert DeBow
March 29, 2017
I just saw you on Gunsmoke Paul have you a great you played Andy Spangler and it was so real and believable I felt like crying at the end one Charles Bronson sort of adopted you I was adopted so I know how it feels God rest your soul Paul.
Adam Shriver
March 29, 2017
Look forward to seeing you in the Resurrection, Mr. Engle.
Dee Childress
March 24, 2017
Just watched " Sgt Preston of the Yukon" you were great .
Larry Howard
March 13, 2017
Will miss you, Paul. Still enjoy seeing you on tv.
EARLINE TAYLOR
July 16, 2016
I was recently watching some early episodes of THE SHOW: "HAZEL". I always liked Paul and was a bit surprises when I found outhat he was younger than his character. "DON" was playing a 16 years old teenager with a crush on an older woman, "DOROTHY". He was do cute in that episode. My favorite episode that he appeared in was "HAZEL, THE MATCHMAKER". THough he had less lines, he was still cute. I'm sad that he has passed away, as most of the Actors from that show has. But OUR LORD WANTED HIM IN HEAVEN, WHICH IS WHY HE IS THERE. MAY PAUL REST IN PEACE.
Rick Schuhriemen
December 8, 2015
Just heard of Paul's passing. Paul was the best boss I ever had and someone I looked up to throughout my career. 1988-1992
November 16, 2015
Paul was a giver. He never had a cross word for anyone. He was a story teller with a great sense of humor and not afraid to laugh at himself. My boys and a few friends had the opportunity to be Paul's guests at many Radeo's produced by the Palos Verdes Breakfast Club.
Most years that we went Paul was cast as a woman (Paul was a handsome guy but had issues pulling off the female persona). I remember one year he was cast as Marlyn Monroe and was sporting the Big White Dress. He was especially convincing in his roll when his dress blew up into his face. A moment to never be forgotten.
Paul and I played football together at San Jose State. He was a player that always gave his all and I could always count on him to cover my back. He was very active in the Spartan Foundation in supporting athletics. He was also the Sky box coordinator for our group at Spartan Stadium.
Mary thanks for letting us have Paul during football season. You were not a selfish person. He is one of the greatest Spartans, we all loved him!
Jim Ferryman
Brenda Krause
November 15, 2015
I will miss Paul very much. He was a great brother-in-law who always made me feel welcome. I will miss his stories that always ended with a lot of laughter. My favorite memory of Paul is at my sister Dot's wedding when he brought in a bottle of tequila to calm our nerves. He was happiest around family and his Mary. Love you Paul!
Terry Greenberg
November 13, 2015
Paul was an amazing human being, full of love and enthusiasm
for life. His positive attitude was infectious as was his ability to find good in all situations. I know Paul was complete when he met and married Mary Lorenz, and was over the top with extra blessings of 3 beautiful daughters. I am sure he embraced his son-in-loves, and was overjoyed with being a grandpa. Paul was real, his heart was true to his life view, and his ability to give was amazing. I am sure he is dancing with the angels and looking down on his loved ones. I know his family feels the loss of a great husband, dad, grandpa, etc. I know I am so saddened by his leaving way too soon.
Doris Fudo
November 13, 2015
There is nothing I can say that hasn't already been said! I wasn't around very much. Actually I was only around once in person, but because of Mary he made me feel like family. When I would call Mary I would always end the conversation with " hey to Paul"!! He will always be loved and missed incredibly.
November 13, 2015
To me, Paul was a giant version of my best friend, Whitney. He was Mr. Engle, always smiling and ALWAYS happy. His warmth and big bear hugs were the best part about visiting the Engle villa. One of my favorite memories I have of Paul is his speech at Whit's wedding. It was perfect and such a testament to him as a father.
Mr. Engle, we love you so much. You're always in our hearts
November 13, 2015
We met Paul many years ago when Mary brought him to see us while we're stationed in Germany. He came across to me as someone full of life who turned into a little kid when he played with our daughters. I knew then he would be great Dad. Over the years when we were together he was always the first to offer a beer, pick up the tab or be ready with a story. I heard many stories of his theatre group, golf and football buddies. They were always positive and ended up with him laughing with that slow deep voiced laugh of his. His best stories were always about Mary and his daughters whom he adored and was so proud of. We will miss you Paul, your life was way to short.
Tommy J. Hebert
November 12, 2015
Mary! You are so blessed to have had such a great man as your partner
David Brandt
November 12, 2015
Paul--I've had lots of great memories with you and the entire Engle family over the years...I will miss you.
Dave Brandt
Kathi Altamura
November 12, 2015
It's with heavy heart and sadness to write this msg for Mary & the girls. So much to say, but wanted you to know how sorry we are to hear the sudden passing of Paul. What great times we all had in the early 80's.First dating then we all got married around same time, having babies back to back. Lots of parties ~ Bbq's laughter, home dinners, babysitting each other kids, lots of photos & great stories were told. It was a fun group and the best of memories. What a gentle giant, just a great man...I remember his love for Mary and his beautiful daughters, a good family man. Our love
To you Mary ..
Kathi & John Altamura
Manhattan Beach, Ca.
Jim Ferryman
November 12, 2015
Paul was a true friend who you could always count on. He was a "Giver" to his family, friends, College, Spartan Foundation and the Palos Verdes Estates Breakfast Club. Paul was a story teller with a great sense of humor. He certainly wasn't afraid of laughing at himself. I and my sons and friends were fortunate enough to be invited by Paul to attend the annual "Radeo". It seemed like Paul was always being asked to play a female part.(For which he was not well suited). He did not make a very attractive Marilyn Monroe but did put his finest effort forward especially when his dress blew up around his head.
Paul, everyone at San Jose State who new you will miss you dearly. We all love you!
Vivian G.
November 12, 2015
To me Paul was a "giant" of a man not only in stature but in heart. I worked with him for 30+ years at Royalty Carpets and found his compassion for everything he undertook was a sign of a true, dedicated soul. I will miss you Paul.
Mishia and Ryan Krause
November 12, 2015
My Uncle Paul was the best dance partner I've ever had! His energy was exhausting but showed a zest for life! When I was little, I thought he was Hulk Hogan and a wrestler I love that man and am grateful Auntie Mary Lou brought him in to our family as well as my beautiful cousins. His smile and compassion will be missed but we're all lucky we got to know him. Keep my Opa in check Uncle Paul and watch over my Auntie and cousins-they are blessed to have u as a guardian angel. Much Aloha Uncle Paul-I love and miss you.
Theresa Goetz
November 11, 2015
I knew Paul as a teenager in 1976 when I worked at Charlie's Cupboard. I still remember I ran out of gas on time - he was there to help. My condolences to his family. He was a wonderful man.
ed benyo
November 11, 2015
Paul, my mentor, my boss, my father, well he talked to me like he was my father and I answered like a son. He was a Viking, the strongest, smartest, hardest working and I loved him period. Hardest part is not being able to call him and hear his evaluation on whatever is a problem in my business. You can search the world over and not find a better man than this. Nothing or nobody can ever fill his shoes. I will miss you always Paul. Ed Benyo
November 11, 2015
Paul will be sorely missed by so many people. I worked with Paul at Royalty Carpet Mills for 32 years. He was always known as a loyal husband, father and friend.
Jan Turnbough
Dottie Paton
November 11, 2015
Paul was such a force! His smile, energy, kindness (not to mention his Tommy Bahama shirts) and love of family will always be remembered! Through the years, he always showed these Oklahoma in-laws nothing but the most incredible hospitality on our visits to PVE. My heart is so heavy for Mary and the girls. What a legacy he left behind. I would say , "rest in peace, Paul" but I can't help but envision you organizing something or other up here! Until we meet again....
November 11, 2015
Paul was a great lover of life much like his dad Ed. He was so proud of his wife and daughters and always looked at the glass as half full. He could tell jokes for hours and always had something nice to say to everyone he met. This world was given a gift and now that gift will keep giving in all the memories we each have from knowing and loving Paul.
Jim Lamb
November 11, 2015
Paul was a mans man. My thoughts and prayers
for his family and friends. Paul left a big foot print in all of our lives. He will forever be with us.
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