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1935
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2020
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Paul Sackett Obituary
SPRING VALLEY — Paul Michael Sackett, 84, of Spring Valley, left us Tuesday, January 7, 2020, at Ohio's Hospice of Dayton. He was born November 19, 1935, in Dayton, Ohio, the son of Richard and Corrine (Keller) Sackett. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, James "Jim" Sackett, and by a foster brother, Wendell Matthews. He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Melba (Smith) Sackett, a daughter, Mechele Cremeans, Toledo, by several nieces and nephews, and by many close friends. Paul will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him. Paul was a lifetime resident of the Bellbrook and Spring Valley communities. He was a veteran of the United States Army, and was drafted for service in 1960. He was a Past District Governor of Lions Club, and was a 20 year member Chapter N2 of the GWRRA Club, Sabina. Private services will be held at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Ohio's Hospice of Dayton, 324 Wilmington Ave., Dayton, OH, 45420, or to the Pilot Dogs, Inc. (Lions), 625 W. Town St., Columbus, OH, 43215, in his memory. Condolences may be made to the family at www.NeeldFuneralHome.com.
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Mary Holton
January 9, 2020
Paul was a loving man who had a heart of gold. I will miss our conversations sitting on the wall.
Jay
January 8, 2020
Paul was a great man who was loving, caring, generous, kind and funny. He may be gone but not ever forgotten. Rest In Peace and prayers for Melba
Rich D
January 8, 2020
Had some great times with Paul. I will definitely miss his sense of humor and our ice cream time together.
Linda Wise
January 8, 2020
Shocked to hear of Paul's passing. So many memories with Paul and Melba. My condolences to the family. You're in my prayers.
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