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Paul Joseph John Bavlnka Jr.

Paul Bavlnka Obituary

Passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 3 at age 52. Paul was loved dearly and predeceased by his parents, Paul Joseph Sr. and Ruth Kathryn (nee Pospichal) Bavlnka. He was the loving and devoted partner and best friend of Dr. Charles "Chad" Pratt. Paul is further survived by his siblings and other family members as well as many dear friends, including Bill Siebrecht, Peter and Caroline Kondos, Betsy Harwood and Sue and Todd Montgomery.

Paul was a unique, vibrant and passionate person who will never be forgotten and always be remembered as a dynamic man who was out to make a difference in the world. He was a man of great distinction and honor and a good friend to many. Paul was a fervent supporter of many community causes. He was a past Village Trustee in Shorewood and involved on a variety of community beautification. Paul had many other widespread interests, including antique cars, the fine arts, and the performing arts. He was committed to philanthropy for many good causes and also involved in a range of political endeavors. Paul was a dedicated and enthusiastic member of the Milwaukee Athletic Club, where he was involved in a variety of projects. Paul's good friend of many years, Bill Siebrecht, sums up the kind of man Paul was by saying "Paul had a big heart and would do anything to help a friend. He will truly be missed."

Visitation will be held on Saturday, Nov. 12, from 4:00 until 8:00 PM at the Feerick Funeral Home. A Requiem Eucharist in thanksgiving for Paul's life will be celebrated on Sunday, Nov. 13, at 7:30 PM, at All Saints Cathedral, 818 East Juneau Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53202. Interment at Holy Cross Cemetery will be on Monday, Nov. 14. (Please meet at the Funeral Home at 10:30 AM to process to the cemetery). Memorials in Paul's name may be made to All Saints Cathedral Bell Fund at the above address or the Milwaukee Ballet, 504 West National Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53204.

FEERICK FUNERAL HOME

2025 East Capitol Drive, Shorewood

414 962-8383

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Nov. 10 to Nov. 12, 2005.

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Mary Beth Hall

November 15, 2005

Paul will be deeply missed by everyone's life that he touched. Look up to the heavens and see the stars shining through. Those are our loved ones shining down on us letting us know they are happy. My deepest sympathy to Chad. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Pat Stepanski

November 14, 2005

I met Paul thru fundraisers for our Aids Walk team. He had so much energy, and such great ideas, that it was hard to keep up with him. His big dreams and warm heart will be greatly missed.

Elaine Morberg

November 14, 2005

Paul was a caring individual who was moved to help others. He will be sadly missed by a great number of people in the community. Our sympathies go out to Chad on this sad event.

Frank Hodel

November 11, 2005

No, I never personally knew Paul. During summer months I am active with the downtown SVDP group, helping the poor and needy in the downtown area. Paul was a quiet benefactor of this group, never looking for publicity or special "thanks".

A good and generous person has left his friends and those of us who never knew him.

Philip Harwood

November 10, 2005

Paul was indeed a very unique individual. His charm was a warm gift which he shared w/ anyone near him. He will definitely be missed by many, many people including myself.

His love of people and his passion for change were always what defined his life. God Blessed all of us who knew Paul.

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