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Paul Holland Obituary
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for Paul Holland
50 Entries
Shari (Waters) Stottler
January 21, 2015
To Paul's family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. I had worked with Paul back in 1988-89 and still remember that smile. He was great to work with and always made us laugh. Such a great guy who will be deeply missed.
January 17, 2015
Jesse and family, so sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts and prayers-
Sandy, Mark and Tim Leffew
Rick Ball
January 16, 2015
My deepest condolences to Paul's family, friends and co-workers. I worked with Paul several years ago at HAM and will always remember him as someone who took his job seriously, but knew how to keep things in prospective, a lot of times by cracking a joke or two to make the job more fun. I can remember me getting all worked up about an issue several times just to have him break the tension and get on resolving that issue. Of all the people I worked with in my 13 years there, he was definitely one of my favorite associates. Since the news of his passing I keep thinking about him and what a good person he was. HAM will not be the same without him.
Ouida
January 15, 2015
Phoebe, I am so sorry and sad for your loss. You and the kids are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lisa Steighner
January 15, 2015
Phoebe and family, so very sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Thad Hartzler
January 14, 2015
My condolences to Paul's family. I worked with Paul over the last 28 yrs, and as everyone has said he was one of the most up beat guys you would ever meet, always a joker and always striving for Honda quality. I was lucky enough to play golf with Paul & Rich Gray this fall, those are the memories we all should keep of Paul, our best times because that's what he would want. Phoebe I'm sorry for your loss.
Phillip Vaughn
January 14, 2015
My heartfelt condolences go out to Paul's family. Paul was my best friend as a boy growing up in Harrisburg, Ohio many years ago. We spent many a great day shooting hoops, riding our mini-bikes, and camping in the woods just outside of town. I seem to remember we may have once hit a baseball through old Newt's garage window and then ran like crazy in fright (we paid him back later; after all, he had seen us playing baseball in his yard). Reading all the comments on here I can tell Paul never lost his ability to make people smile and happy that they knew him.
Rest in Peace my friend.
Cyn Tehan Marsh
January 14, 2015
So sorry to hear of Paul's passing. What a fun loving guy who could always make you smile! Paul will be missed by many!
January 14, 2015
Like everyone here in this guest book... I was very sad to hear of Paul's sudden and unexpected death. Paul was one of the good guys. I think that it is safe to say, that EVERYONE who knew Paul LOVED Him here at HONDA. Great Guy. I swear, I just passed him in the hall way at ELP and I heartily congratulated him on his most recent promotion to Level 4. It was very deserving. He thanked me with a roar. And that was it. So many stories. So many memories. He was like Yogi Bera. People loved his humor and antics. I will miss him terribly... Shane V. Zaborszki
January 14, 2015
To the Holland Family - you are in our thoughts and prayers. Paul was a wonderful baseball coach and will be missed by many in Plain City.
The Goldsmith Family
Patty Drennen-Rodriguez
January 14, 2015
Phoebe, Uncle Ray and all of the family,
My deepest sympathy to all of you. Paul was the youngest of the cousins and will always be remembered for his laughter and his love for life. I'm so thankful that we met up in 2011 at Uncle Francis birthday . He was way too young and my heart is with you this day . Again my sympathy to all! Patty Drennen-Rodriguez (First cousin)
Duane Nasworthy
January 14, 2015
Paul was actually the first person I ever met at the Marysville Auto Plant. While visiting from the Honda Alabama factory for training, he actually snuck up to the person that was escorting me and gave the biggest bear hug from behind lifting feet off of the ground. I was expecting a argument, but learned this was Paul's way. From that point on I knew who Paul Holland was. He was always hard working, but never took things too serious to stop realize how important the moment and the people around him were. From then on I stayed in touch with Paul both professionally and personally. Mostly we would have good banter back forth regarding North vs South college football. He will be missed but not forgotten. My thoughts and prayers to his family.
Amanda Donovan
January 14, 2015
Phoebe & family,
I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort in the days to come.
Christina Holland
January 14, 2015
Our farewell words were not spoken, there was no time to say goodbye, Paul you were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why.
Christina Holland
January 14, 2015
Our farewell words were never spoken, We had no time to say goodbye, Paul you were gone before we knew it, and only God knows why.
Sarah Schaefer
January 13, 2015
Paul made such a lastly impression on everyone he met. I looked forward to seeing him at work just to share a laugh with him. I'm thankful to have known him and will remember him and smile. Because that is what he would have wanted.
Todd Guthrie
January 13, 2015
At a loss for words upon hearing of Paul's passing. I new Paul through work at the East Liberty Honda plant. He was one of the nicest most sincere people I ever met at honda. His humor, intelligence and wit will be dearly missed by everyone that knew him. So sorry for the family to have lost such a decent person.
Barbara Vaughn
January 13, 2015
Deepest sympathy to the Holland family. I have known Paul since he and my brother-in law, Phillip were friends in Harrisburg. More recently I have seen Paul at his dental appointments at the office where I work. Paul always had a smile on his face and he always made me laugh. He will be sadly missed.
Barbara Vaughn
Missy Gulick (Somers)
January 13, 2015
Pheobe,
I am so sorry to hear about Paul's passing. I know a certain co worker that will miss him greatly. We are all thinking about you in this tough time.
Jenni Henry
January 13, 2015
My thoughts and prayers. Paul was such a good guy. Worked with him at Honda. So sorry to hear of his passing.
Earl Delk
January 13, 2015
I worked with Paul at Honda and I'm very sorry to hear of his passing. He was always such a nice and witty person that could make everyone laugh. My heart and prayers go out to his family.
Art Siegesmund
January 13, 2015
Phoebe and family,
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. I am sorry for your loss. God Bless you!
Daryl Zimmer
January 13, 2015
So sorry to learn of Paul's passing,
January 13, 2015
You will be greatly missed little brother.
Steve
Brandon Luk
January 12, 2015
I am saddened by the loss of a good friend. I have known Paul since I started at Honda and he was always a great source of humor and knowledge to me and many others. I will miss him. My deepest sympathies and condolences to his family.
Jim McBride
January 12, 2015
I'm very sad for the Holland family and those close to him. I had the pleasure to interact with Paul the past 6+ years when he's supported HMIN. He's a guy that makes people that hardly know him feel like old friends. My condolences.
Tim Downing
January 12, 2015
I just heard the unbelievable news, and wanted to share my condolences with all of Paul's family. He was always a breath of fresh air, with his quick wit and an always present joke. Paul will be sadly missed by all.
January 12, 2015
We are so sorry to hear about Paul we have you all in our thoughts and prayers as well as the ones from Harrisburg where Paul grew up and knew him. C.P.& Kathy Sprague and friends from Harrisburg.
Sandy Gaver
January 12, 2015
So sorry to hear of Paul's untimely passing. I worked with Paul at Honda and he could always brighten the worst day with his sense of humor. Thoughts and prayers to your family.
Kyle Martin
January 12, 2015
So sorry to hear of Paul's passing. My condolences and prayers to Phoebe & his entire family, friends and Honda Associates. He was my first manager professionally in my career, I remember the meeting Paul over 20 years ago now, just like it was yesterday. He had such a great demeanor, attitude and passion in whatever it was he pursued: Family, Honda, Ohio State Buckeyes. May God's light shine upon him and may He bring you Peace & Joy knowing how many lives Paul influenced here on earth.
Many Blessings,
Kyle & Shelly Martin
Dale Quinn
January 12, 2015
Sorry to hear of Paul's sudden death. I met him in Japan years ago during a business trip and he was a professional at work and more importantly, a real good guy outside of work.
Cindy Protheroe
January 12, 2015
I was so shocked and saddened to hear of Paul's sudden passing. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. I so very much enjoyed working with Paul. As soon as you saw him, you couldn't help but smile. I hope all of the great memories will help through the sad times. He was an awesome man who made the world a much better place.
Nick Dragan
January 12, 2015
Deepest sympathy for ur loss. I feel like I lost not only a Honda colleague but a true friend. Rest in peace Paul.
Chris Ball
January 12, 2015
Phoebe & family,
Thinking of you and saying prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
January 12, 2015
My deepest sympathy to all members of the Holland Family. My prayer for you is to ask God to comfort you with the strength and courage to bear the sorrow you all feel. Only time can ease all your pain and remember that Paul was loved and all the good, loving memories of him will help you to get through daily life.
God is for you a refuge and strength, a help that is there to be found during difficult times. May God provide you with peace and comfort at this time. PSALMS 62:8 - Sincerely, DEE
Randy & Pati Adams
January 12, 2015
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Phoebe and the rest of Paul's family & friends. God bless you during this time of loss. Let us know if we can do anything.
Karen
January 12, 2015
Thoughts and prayers to Paul's family, friends and co-workers. Paul was always enthusiastic, positive, and most of all a funny, funny guy who could brighten anyone's day. I will miss him making me laugh! Rest in Peace, Paul. The world was a better place because you were in it.
Ritesh Sharma
January 12, 2015
I first met Paul while I was an intern at Honda in Ohio. While I did learn quite a bit from Paul, the most important thing I have learned from Paul is to laugh in lieu of worry when things go wrong.
I am going to miss you Paul. The Holland family will is very much in my thoughts.
Mark Breon
January 12, 2015
The last time I saw Paul was at my retirement party less than a year ago. As usual, people were drawn to Paul. His stories and antics were always entertaining. I observed that those listening to and laughing with Paul were the same ones with the same laughter that I first saw 25 years before. Everyone was having a great time.
When it came time to leave, Paul shook my hand and said "Thanks for bringing us all together". I wondered if he meant in the immediate sense, or in some deeper, more profound sense. In any sense, right back at you Paul. Thanks for bringing us all together.
Jim Maxwell
January 12, 2015
I'm deeply saddened by the news of Paul's untimely passing. My thoughts are with the entire Holland family and I hope the outpouring of sympathy and support from others provides you comfort throughout this very difficult time.
Michael Noonan
January 12, 2015
Worked with Paul at Honda and will never forget the friendly rivalry we had between the Boilermakers and the Buckeyes. You will be missed but not forgotten! Our prayers go out to the Holland family, and may Paul rest in peace.
January 12, 2015
I worked with Paul for many years. I was very saddened by the news of his passing. He was a very kind, funny and great guy! Sending my condolences to his family during this sad time. God be with you all.
January 12, 2015
Paul is a long time friend and one of the best co-workers in my lifetime. I'll never forget how he brought us laughter and cheer.
-Tim Grabor
Dave Jackson
January 12, 2015
I was deeply saddend by the news of Paul's passing. I extend my hearfelt condolences to your family. Paul was such a great friend and person. Such a positive influence on all people around him. He will live on in our memories forever.
January 12, 2015
I worked with Paul for many years, always so upbeat and could make anyone laugh. Paul was a great individual and friend. My heart goes out to all of his family in this difficult time. Thoughts and Prayers.
Karen Sabo
Mike Gomes
January 12, 2015
I worked with Paul for many years at Honda. Great person. Could always count on a good laugh when talking to him. He will be missed.
Mark Pafumi
January 12, 2015
Paul touched a lot of Honda associates over the years with his humor and dedication. He was a natural comedian - yet always sincere and genuine. I actually was thinking of him yesterday as I was washing the car (in the garage) when it was 2 deg outside. He always joked how clean I kept my car, even in the winter. One time - 20 years ago now - he claimed I blinded him with my white Civic on a winter afternoon driving down Sawmill Rd. The sun had come out just after a snow and the car was already clean. After the Bucks honor his memory by winning tonight - we're all going to have to step up our game and remember to be a little less serious each day.
Daniel Rowley
January 11, 2015
Thinking of your family during this most difficult time. Paul and all of you are in our prayers... Daniel, Diana and Cassie Rowley
Rick Pfarr
January 11, 2015
Worked with Paul at Honda on and off since the mid eighties. .... Always professional & enjoyable. .... My thoughts and prayers to his family. .... He will definitely be missed.
Skip Miller
January 11, 2015
My heart goes out to Paul's family during this difficult time. I knew Paul from the time he started at Honda. He was always a very upbeat person with a great sense of humor. I often joked with Paul that I thought he had to be related to Rodney Dangerfield or Kevin McHale. He will be dearly missed by many @ Honda.
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