Paul Popple

POPPLE, PAUL DAVID



Paul David Popple went to become one of God's special angels March 11, 2008 after a long illness. He was born in Johnson City ,N.Y., Nov. 23, 1931. The son of Carlton and Eva Popple, Endicott, N.Y. who preceded him.



Paul married Ila Jean Burgess on Sept. 19, 1953. He was the best husband, father, grandfather and friend anyone could have. He enjoyed traveling in his motor home, attended Gator Sports whenever possible. He had a deep passion for anything country western, horses and motorcycles. He loved his pets Gwen, Elmo, Karma and Ernie. Family always came first.



He served as a fireman aboard the USS Peterson during the Korean War from 1951 to 1953. Retired from the New York State Police in 1976 after 20 years of service. Retired from the United States Post Office in 1994 after 14 Years of service. He moved with family from Sidney, N.Y. to Sarasota, Fl. in 1976 and to Gainesville, Fl. in 1994. He worked as a courier for Village Jeweler for 4 Years.



Survivors include his wife Ila Jean, 3 sons, their wife's and 8 grandchildren. David and Linda Popple, Jessica Popple of Raleigh, N.C., Michele and Brett Howell, of Gainesville, Fl., Rodney and Shelly Popple, Justin and Hunter of Orange Park, Fl. Randy and Kathy Popple, Hannah, Carter, Keegan, and Christopher Popple of Ft. Meyers. He was preceded by a grandson Jason Popple.



On March 22, 2008 there will be a private service at WILLIAMS-THOMAS FUNERAL HOME, in Jonesville, Florida. There will be no calling hours Arrangements are under the care of WILLIAMS-THOMAS WESTAREA 823 N.W. 143rd. Street. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to a local Hospice ,4200 N.W. 90th. Blvd., Gainesville, Fl. 32606,who did much to help Ila Jean through this time Also a thank you to Comfort keepers for caring for Paul.



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