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1956
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2016
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Pauli Orr Obituary
Rochester: Friday, May 13, 2016, at age 59. Predeceased by his adoptive father, Harley E. Orr. He is survived by his wife, Sothy Orr; daughter, Miranda Orr (fiancé, Kyle Van Artsen); cousins, Helena Ny and Andrew Wolff; adoptive mother, Ina Orr; grand niece, Maneth Kheng; sisters & brothers, Melanie (Mark) Steenhoff, Michelle Spencer, Ted (Susan) Orr, Tony (Terry) Orr, Jason Orr, Tirzah Orr, Emily (Brian) Kelly; cousins; many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Mr. Orr was an engineer at Xerox for 28 years.
Friends may call MONDAY from 6-9PM at the DiPonzio Funeral Home, Inc., 219 Spencerport Rd., Gates. Funeral services Tuesday morning, May 17, at 9:00 AM in the funeral home. Interment, private.
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Berl Stein
May 9, 2025
We still miss you, Pauli - you left us too soon. RIP
Ed DiPonzio
May 17, 2016
Paul was such a sweet and special person. I worked with him at Xerox for many years and he was one fine engineer ! Prayers for Paul and his family.
Ed DiPonzio
John Foxton
May 17, 2016
Pauli's passing is a loss for all. Friendly and friend, humble, gracious and hard playing all rolled into one person. I'm not sure I ever saw him lose his temper although if he did it was probably about himself and not you. A privilege to share a game with and a joy to be around. My deepest condolences and sympathies to the Orr family. I will never forget him.
Dawne Hodder
May 17, 2016
Pauli had a smile that warmed my heart. His smile and laughter was true and often. One of the kindest people I have ever meet; a sweet sense of humor and great teacher, always with paitience and warmth that showed he truly cared.
He will be greatly missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing him.
Eugene Chang
May 16, 2016
Pauli was a kind, gentle man who you wouldn't expect to be competitive enough to be ripping 100mph serves and forehands on the table. You will be missed Pauli. All my condolences to his wife and family.
Wei Zou
May 16, 2016
It is a shock to hear the sad news. Pauli had been playing in the classic league with us for so many years. His smile is still vivid and his impressive flat shots will still last for a long time in my mind.
Craig & Robi Bensch
May 16, 2016
Words cannot express the heartfelt sorrow that my family feels for the passing of our dear friend. I will miss our many talks and friendly competitions we had at the club... May our condolences bring you consolation and peace during this painful time.
Peter YU
May 16, 2016
Pauli was a great friend & competitor. I'm honored to have known him. His presence will be missed. His spirit inspires us all.
David Wu
May 15, 2016
Pauli was truly gentleman as a person yet aggressive in sport! He served as a great example of how one can be humble yet at the same time accomplished. I am honored by and enjoyed having been your team member.
It was a shocking and sadden news to know you have left us! As another Asian American, I am so proud of you! You will be greatly missed, Pauli!
Wayne Carney
May 15, 2016
I will miss Pauli at the table tennis club. We played for many years and always had really good matches. Pauli was a true competitor and always every point tried his hardest. Win or loose Pauli was always just happy to be playing. I will always remember him as a great table tennis competitor.
Robert Maronian
May 15, 2016
It is a great loss to me. I will miss him at the Greece Community and Senior Center. He was a great pal and a great TT player. My condolences to Orr family.
May 15, 2016
It is a great loss for the TT community in Greece.
I for one, played frequently with him in the Greece Community and Senior Center.
I feel bad and will miss him.
Robert Maronian
Greece NY
5/15/2016
Berl Stein
May 15, 2016
Pauli was one of the nicest and kindest people off court, yet extremely competitive at the tennis table. A true gentleman and friend, he will be sorely missed. It was a privilege to have known and played with you, Pauli.
Berl
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