Paul William "Jeff" Jeffries

1929 - 2017

1929-2017 Paul William (Jeff) Jeffries, 88, passed away Sept. 30 at Riddle Hospital. Born in Manahawkin, NJ, he had been a resident of Media for over 50 years. He graduated from The Williamson School of Mechanical Trades in 1947 and served in the U.S. Navy. He was also a member of the Free and Accepted Masons of Pennsylvania. Paul was a master carpenter for over 50 years and, most recently, was a crossing guard for the Rose Tree Media School District. He was a longtime member of the William Rush Wood Carving Club. His artistic skills and talents were considered exceptional by fellow wood carvers and wood carving collectors. Several of his creations were on display at such esteemed galleries such as the Brandywine River Museum. He was featured in several wood carving publications including Woodcarving Illustrated and won several wood carving awards, including the 1984 World Championship, Ocean City, MD. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Samuel and Nellie (Elberson) Jeffries, his two brothers and two sisters, Edward, John, Ada, and Lydia (Ethel). He is survived by his only son, Michael Paul Jeffries of Pensacola, FL; one grandson, Shannon Michael Jeffries; three great granddaughters, Alyxandra, Sophia, and Mollee Jeffries, and one granddaughter, Kristina Talbot; three great grandsons, Jeffrey, Andrew, and Michael Talbot and one great granddaughter, Katherine Talbot. Paul’s wishes were to have his body donated to medical research, hence there will not be a formal memorial service. Memorial contributions may be made to Main Line Health Hospice, Riddle Hospital, Media, PA 19063. Special thanks go to Dr. Robert Centrone, the nurses and support staff of Riddle Hospital Palliative Care and Hospice units that looked after Paul and provided him with excellent care, compassion and love.