Paul Lesqueraux Gerhold

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Paul Gerhold Obituary

GERHOLD Paul Lesqueraux Gerhold, 49, died peacefully in his sleep August 5, 2007, in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. Born June 28, 1958, in Columbus, Oh., he was a 1976 graduate of Bexley High School. Paul fell in love with Fla. and divided his time between warm waters and fall colors. He was gifted in many ways and operated his business: Gerhold Wallcoverings, in both Fla. and Oh. His passions were his boys, family, historical guns, flying, gardening, cooking, fishing and partying. He never met a person or animal in need that he did not try to rescue. Preceded in death by father-in-law Dick McCall. Paul is survived by sons, Clayton and Luke Gerhold of Fla., Zach Marcum of Columbus; parents, Leo and Gloria Woods Gerhold of Lancaster; brother and sister-in-law, John Gerhold and Dr. Marty Johnson of Columbus; sister and brother-in-law, Cindy and Col. Jim Herd of Lancaster; ex-wife, Laura McCall Gerhold of Fla.; soulmate, Char Marcum of Columbus; nephews and nieces, Logan, Dylan and Caleb Herd of Lancaster, Richard and Mathew Hedges, Amanda Margolis, and Jamie and Charles London of Fla.; Uncle Vic and Ann Woods; Uncle Chuck and Joyce Gerhold; beloved cousins and lifelong friends.....all who would give anything to see him one more time to tell him how much we loved him! Paul's spirit will bloom in every rosebush, tree and flower planted in his many gardens. Memorial service Saturday, August 11th at 2:30 p.m., Grace Lutheran Church in Lancaster. The Rev. Aaron Layne officiating. "Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries"

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Aug. 10, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Gerhold

12 Entries

John Patton

August 14, 2007

Paul was a good friend. I was deeply saddened to hear of his passing. My prayers are with him and his family.

Nancy Arnold Worswick

August 13, 2007

Cindy and the Gerhold family,
I was so sorry to hear about Paul. There are so many fond memories of growing up in South Bexley and living next door to your Grandparents. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.

Ann Senn

August 12, 2007

Dear Leo, Gloria, John and my dearest and oldest friend Cindy,
My heart is so sad. My memories are so clear. Paul will live on in spirit and be with God. Paul will always be Paul, and we each have the best of our memories of him. He will be missed.
With deepest sympathy and much love.....Ann

Ed Pritchard

August 11, 2007

Dear Cindy & Family,
Ann called me today to tell me about Paul's passing. Please know that my thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. I haven't seen Paul since our days at BHS but I'll never forget the good times we used to have in Peter Cooper's art class. Paul was a good soul.
Sincere best wishes,

Ellen (Branstitter) Jordan

August 11, 2007

To Paul's family,

Paul has always held a very special place in my heart and always will. I will treasure my many memories of Paul as I am sure all of you will. He was such a good friend to so many. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Carole Ennis

August 11, 2007

Gloria and family,
We were so sorry to hear about Paul. Although I didn't know him, mom always kept us up to date on what he and Cindy were doing. It sounds as if his talents were limitless! May you all feel the Lord's presence even more now and know that He is with you always.
Carole Stewart Ennis

Stacey Cohen ( Ruben)

August 11, 2007

To Pauls family;
I am so sorry for your unexpected loss. I haven't seen Paul since highschool but his face is etched in my mind. He had a big grin and hiding underneath it you knew that something was always up. "Here comes trouble" was almost a sign that he could have worn. His spirit was strong and it will be remembered.

Anna Greenberg

August 10, 2007

Cindy and the rest of Paul's family, I am so sorry about Paul. Although I have not seen him since our highschool years, I am picturing him right now standing outside of art class with a kind and mischievoous smile on his face. What a loss for this world.

Christine Birhanzl

August 10, 2007

I will remember Paul as compassionate, creative, fun loving and kind hearted just to name a few. Going to school with Paul gave me years of smiles, laughter and the unexpected. God loves people who love to give. God blessed Paul in every way which allowed him to do many good things for others. He believed in sharing generously. If there were Paul Gerhold angels for every person who was touched by his smile, his outlook on life or his love for animals, family and friends we would be surrounded. He will continued to be loved by all of us. God bless.

Christi (Singletary) Graber

August 10, 2007

I'm so sorry to hear about Paul. We went to high school together and although it's been many, many years since I last saw him, he always held a very dear spot in my heart. I remember him as such a kind, funny and charming guy. Someone who always brought a smile to my face whenever I think of my Bexley years. I wish our paths would have crossed again. My condolences to all his family and friends.

Lisa Bowen Stevens

August 10, 2007

Paul,

You were and will always be my first love. You made me laugh more than any person I have ever known, and you were a true gift to all of us lucky enough to have known you.

Chad Bowen

August 10, 2007

Paul had a full & fun spirit, so many stories to tell. You will be missed Paul.

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