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Paul Alan HABER

Paul HABER Obituary

HABER, Paul Alan
Paul Alan Haber, 55 years old, passed away on Thursday (December 6, 2012), at Santa Monica-UCLA Medical Center, in Santa Monica, CA, with his brother Robert by his side. A bi-coastal resident of both Santa Monica and New York City, Paul was an award-winning filmmaker, actor, writer, and journalist. He was also a wonderful brother, uncle, and friend, with a gentle soul and a loving, generous heart. The son of Sylvia and Irving Haber, of West Hartford, Paul is survived by brothers Howard and Robert Haber; sister-in-law Frances Haber; and niece Miriam (Zachary) Greenberg (nee: Haber) and nephew David Haber. He is also survived by his many friends all around the world, in whose hearts he shall be remembered always. Paul's family would like to thank the incredible staffs of the Hematology and Oncology departments at Santa Monica-UCLA Medical Center for their tireless efforts, and inexhaustible kindness. They would also like to thank Paul's many friends in both California and New York for their love and support, generosity, and patience through this difficult time. Donations can be made to The Aids Health Foundation at www.aidshealth.org, the Hematology/Oncology Department at Santa Monica-UCLA Medical Center, or The Actors Fund at donate.actorsfund.org.
There will be a graveside service held at Beth Alom Cemetery, 48 Allen Street, New Britain, at 10:30 a.m., on Sunday, December 9, 2012. Rabbi Philip Lazowsk officiating. Hebrew Funeral Association of West Hartford has charge of arrangements.

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Published by Hartford Courant on Dec. 8, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul HABER

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29 Entries

Michael Collins

February 16, 2025

Although I did not know Paul well, my takeaway was he was a very special, smart and kind man, he left us too soon. May he rest in peace

Jerome Nash

February 28, 2023

I will always remember you with kind loving thoughts.
Jerome Nash

Russell Sommers

December 3, 2020

Not a day goes by ... without thinking of you, missing you, loving you, my dear, dear friend!

Neil Alan

December 6, 2018

It's been seven years without you Paul. You were an inspiration to me. I finally made it out to Cali but just a little too late. I cannot get you out of my mind. I miss you dearly. We promised each other we would reach out if we needed each other. I wish I could have done more for you. We will always be friends.

Bryan Bird

April 17, 2018

I am so sad, as I just now became aware of Paul's death. I've known him for many years, and last saw him I think in 2011 or early 2012, when I was in NYC. We had a lovely visit, and he seemed so happy. When I later sent him some stupid text about staying off the roof during hurricane Sandy, I never heard back, and later realized I was unfriended on Facebook, so I assumed that maybe I had offended him.
I just this morning googled him, and was shocked to see his obituary.
Now I realize that all of this was due to his illness, and I'm so sorry I was not able to offer him any comfort or say goodbye. He was a jewel of a man, and I will never forget him.

December 4, 2013

Knowing that this guest book is unfortunately going to go away very soon, I just wanted to say that I think of Paul all the time. Maybe not every day (he'd be pissed at me if he knew that, modest as he was), but each week and in each season. There were so many of us who didn't learn of Paul's passing till it was too late, but it's never too late for us to repeat -- to each other, to ourselves -- how much we loved him. I know I will see you in time, Paul. Be at peace, sweet man, my dear friend. Always with love, LJ

Russell Sommers

December 3, 2013

Oh how you are missed, dear friend!

Almost one year has elapsed, not a single day of which has gone by without my thinking of you.

My only consolation: Love transcends Death. I hope there is another side to see you on; too much unfinished business between us.

But if not, I shall remain eternally grateful our paths crossed, however briefly, in the great whirligig where Time meets Space. And I shall always, always remember you, and never ever forget you.

"Never, never, never, never, never."

Susan Edwards Martin

September 10, 2013

Paul was a wonderful talent and a truly loving, sweet, kind and gentle soul. I had the pleasure of performing with him and loved his voice! I will miss him. My sympathy to his loving family. He lives on in our hearts and memories forever.

mark rapp

June 4, 2013

Paul was a kind and dignified , may he rest in peace.

Jeremy `Lawrence

May 21, 2013

News of Paul's loss only reached me recently. I was shocked and deeply saddened. We met workingin GHETTO at the Taper but my great joy was having Paul in the company of the Florida production of my show CABARET VERBOTEN which tapped Paull's unique comic sense and his deep soulfulness as well as his bravery and courage as an artist. My heart goes out to his family and all the many people who share his loss.

Erin Donovan

February 4, 2013

We are still reeling from the suddenness with sadness and shock over losing Paul. It's hard to find the words to express how deeply he touched the lives of those who knew him. As an artist he inspired through his own work as well as supportiveness of others. As a human being Paul was kind, generous, honest, funny, thoughtful and a dear, dear friend. His passing leaves a great hole that can't be filled... except maybe with fond memories of our times together.
We'll miss you Paul.

Susan Shaughnessy

January 30, 2013

I'm still shocked by Paul's passing. I will miss his kindness, his energy and passion for his work and the utmost support and love he gave to his friends, like me. Love you Paul...

Charles Shaughnessy

January 30, 2013

Hard to imagine that someone with such an unquenchable zest for life and a " ...then I'll do it myself!" attitude could be gone so soon.Your talent, humor, kindness and energy has left its mark here.

Michael Shayne

January 23, 2013

Dear Haber Family
I only got to know Paul briefly on my trips to LA. He was a kind and gentle soul and was sadden by his passing. I will remember him from his wonderful work in What If?

Jen Ryan

January 18, 2013

My most heartfelt condolences to you in this most difficult time.

I had the pleasure to know Paul through both mutual friends and professional colleagues. We are a small community - actors and directors and lighting people and grips -- so no matter how "large" the industry may seem, chances are if you've worked a U/5 or stand in for a week or two, you know someone who knows someone.

May your light continue to shine through acts of kindness and good and even just a smile when its most needed.

S Fish

January 17, 2013

Paul we talked on and off over the years and I always was pleased by ur brains, humor and heart. I loved how U made both Coasts work, I loved how U found a lifestyle to do the kind of work U loved, I loved how U embraced life as a treat to enjoy. I feel blessed to have been a fragment of ur life. Rest in Peace my brother. "Fish"

Leonard Jacobs

January 17, 2013

Oh, Paul. I loved you so very much. I wish I'd known you were ill. I wish I'd known that the last time we would ever see each was in your apartment last June. The 13 years I knew you, and the times we shared, will live with me forever. No one made me laugh the way you do. RIP, sweet soul. Keep acting, keep making films wherever you are.

Speaking on behalf of many, many people in NY and LA who did not know Paul was ill or passed away, if there is any way even one of us could please reach out to one of Paul's brothers, please let me know. I can be reached at [email protected].

Ellie Grosso

December 13, 2012

To all of Paul's Family & Many Friends,
I was so saddened to hear the news of Paul's passing this morning. Paul had a wicked sense of humor and such a clever and creative mind. I'm so glad my family and I got to visit with him in California.
He will be missed.
Our love and thoughts will be with you all. Ellie Grosso & Gary Williams

Buck Herron

December 10, 2012

Dear Haber Family,

Paul was a dear soul, smart, creative and funny. I was grateful for every chance we had to meet, he helped me see myself more clearly. He created family where ever he went and I and so many others will miss him deeply.

Best to you in this most difficult time.

Buck Herron
London

December 9, 2012

Dear Habor Family,
We were so sad to here of Paul's passing.We have fond memories of when we were younger.
Love,Sybil,Caryn&Lauren Reno

Erick Devine

December 9, 2012

His work is phenomenal and his gentle spirit is with me always. There are no words for my sadness at his loss.

Ed Adajian

December 9, 2012

To Bob and Family,
My heartfelt condolences to all of you at this most difficult time. May the soul of Paul rest in.peace. I hope that you find comfort in the many fond memories of happier days...
With sympathy,

Robin Nicholas

December 9, 2012

Dear Haber Family — Blessings to you. My heart and thoughts are with you.

And to you, Paul — You will always be a gift in my life. Thank you for the love and laughter. I love you.

Tracy Sparmer

December 8, 2012

My family extends our deepest sympathies to your family during this time of sadness.

Linda Marks

December 8, 2012

Dear Robert and Family,
I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to all of you on the loss of your brother Paul. May all the wonderful memories you shared together give you strength at this time.
God Bless you all
Linda Baer-Marks

Russell Sommers

December 8, 2012

To Bob, Howard, Frances, Miriam and David:

Paul was a remarkable and gifted man who inspired love and trust in those lucky enough to be a part of his life. As one of his closest friends for over thirty-five years--he was the brother I never had--I share your devastation over this untimely and irreplaceable loss, and offer you my deepest and most heartfelt condolences during this most difficult time. I know how much he loved each of you, and how much your reciprocal love and support meant to him over the years. May Paul's spirit be at peace, and may God bless you all.

William Webster

December 8, 2012

My deepest sympathy to the Haber Family.

Elliott & Elissa Donn

December 8, 2012

Dear Bob and Family,

Just a note to say how sorry we are for your brother's passing. You have our deepest sympathy. He must have been a very accomplished man and a very special and loving part of your lives. Remember the good things he did.

May he rest in peace. See you at the gym.

Bob Maigret

December 8, 2012

Dear Habor Family: I'll always remember Paul as a outstanding actor in the plays he was in and dialogs/monologs in my acting class,at Hall High, He performed. R.I.P. Paul

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