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for Paul Goodpaster
BJ Day
July 10, 2007
Mrs Goodpaster,
I just found out today about you & your family's loss,and I want you to know you all are in my prayers, and I send my deepest sympathy to you & your family.
Paul died on my birthday, and after about 9 years of no contact with my former Nsg school instructor, my brother and I traveled to Owinsville, from out of state, and we walked into Pauls office last year, and I saw a family photo on his desk, and lo and behold, i seen you. After my brother and Paul finished their business, I asked him if he was related to you, and he replied, "Linda Gayle is my loving, caring wife." My eyes were teary then, because I remembered how you took me under your wing, & pushed me to do my best, and I have never forgot you for that! Linda, you helped me realize I could do anything I set my mind to.
Love Ya, BJ Day,LPN
(previously Billie J. Catron)
P.S. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Brad and Linda Collins
February 21, 2007
Paul, Kim and Family,
We are praying for the Lord's peace and comfort during this sad time.
With our Sympathy,
Brad and Linda
Phil Layne
February 14, 2007
Paul-I've been out quite a bit, and just learned about your father. Our deepest regrets at this troubled time. Let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
Kaye Jones Templin
February 13, 2007
So many memories of Paul come to my mind. I've lost a neighbor and a friend. A man who worked hard, loved his family and treated others with respect. He was all that and yet so much more - it's just hard to put into words. I am truly saddened by his passing and hold you all in my heart.
Sen. Walter Blevins
February 13, 2007
My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. May God bless.
Dear Linda and Paul we all feel the loss of Paul. He will be sorely missed by all that had the opportunity to meet him. I am shocked and saddened by your terrible loss. A man who lived life to the fullest. Call if I can be of any help.
Mino Rolfes
February 13, 2007
I am so very sorry.
Former resident of Owingsville,
Mino Suttles Rolfes
Rita Robinson (Class of '67)
February 13, 2007
So sorry to hear of the passing of another Hazel Green Academy graduate. I was on the cheerleading squad for Paul's 1965 basketball team.
Kathy Donovan
February 13, 2007
Paul was truly one of the kindest men I have ever met. It has been my priviledge to call him my friend. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
glenda Gibbs-Potter
February 13, 2007
Another friend from Hazel Green Academy. My deepest condolences to the family.
Glenda Gibbs Potter
Class of '64
Kenneth Boatright
February 13, 2007
I attended Hazel Green Acedemy with Paul and remember him as being a very caring person. My heart goes out to Pauls Family
ROXIE RAY
February 13, 2007
TO THE FAMILY:
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
BERNIE REDDY
February 13, 2007
TO THE FAMILY:
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
Bill Alward
February 12, 2007
Linda and Family:
May God bless you and your family during these trying times. We in the PVA association have lost one of the really "Good Guys" in this state. Paul made us laugh and smile, today along with you and your family we are crying and very sad. May God wrap his warm blanket of comfort around you and your family during these trying days to come.
John, Mary Ruth, John Barry and Willie Staton
February 12, 2007
Linda and family,
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Paul was always there for you and willing to help others in any way possible. May God bless each of you during this time of sorrow.
Donnie Bickers
February 12, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of Paul's passing. I attended HGA with him and his brother Phil before I graduated in 1962. I was their basketball manager and friend. How I remember the fun we had in the dorms and around the campus as well as on the basketball court.
Donnie Bickers
HGA Class '62
Eric Taulbee
February 12, 2007
A classmate and friend from Hazel Green Academy. May God watch over and Bless You in this time of morning.
Edwin Burden
February 12, 2007
I was very saddened to hear of the death of Paul. As a real estate agent/appraiser I have visted his office many times in the last 25 years. He always was very coridial, patient and helpful. He will be missed very much. May God comfort you in this time of sorrow.
Bob Bickers
February 12, 2007
We at Hazel Green Academy were very fond of Paul. He was a friend to many and my basketball teammate. Many may not know he was a starter on the last (1965)HGA team in school history to win the District 56 Tournament. He was an unselfish player for Coach Jim Hollon. Sad to say, I never saw him again after my 1963 graduation. God bless you, Linda, and his children.
Mike and Marian McGuire
February 12, 2007
Linda and Family: We were shocked to hear of the death of Paul. You have our deepest sympathy. Mike and Marian McGuire (former Clark County PVA)
Connie Carpenter
February 12, 2007
Laura Ellen,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Morehead-Rowan County Chamber of Commerce
February 12, 2007
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Margaret Hensley
February 12, 2007
Justin,
Please accept my deepest sympathies. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Greg Bell
February 12, 2007
I have known Paul for many years and consider him a good friend. My heartfelt wishes go out to his family at this deeply sad time. I will always have fond memories of him. He always greeted me with a smile. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Rhonda Holley
February 11, 2007
Linda and Family, We want you to know that we are thinking of you at this time and saying a prayer for you. You have our deepest sympathy. Rhonda and Skip Holley
Judy McCarty-Bussell
February 11, 2007
Linda Gayle, Paul and Laura Ellen:
My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family during this trying time. Bath County has lost two great men, Mr. Byron and now Paul. He was a wonderful friend and was always there when you needed him.
I pray that your family will find the strength to rise up during this trying time. He was one of a kind and it was a true honor to work with him over the 10 years I was with Mr. Byron.
May God Bless you and give you comfort and may peace.
Donita Otis
February 11, 2007
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I will remember your whole family in prayer at this sad time. May God bring comfort and peace to your heart.
Mickey Reffitt
February 11, 2007
May the Lord be with the family and all who new paul.
Kathy Rogers
February 11, 2007
Dear Linda Gail and Family:
Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful time. We are never ready to give up someone we love.
I often called Paul at his office to ask for information I needed to do title examinations and he was always so very nice and helpful.
But most of all I remember how helpful he was when my step-father, Ray Goodpaster, was dying of cancer. Paul was always there to take him to the doctor, to take him to get a treatment, or to just drive him around and listen to his concerns. Paul was a wonderful friend to Ray and a Godsent to my mother and we are grateful for his generosity.
Please take comfort in knowing that he was loved and appreciated by others.
God be with you.
Scottie & Susan Hicks
February 11, 2007
We were shocked and saddened to learn of Paul's death. The family is in our thoughts and prayers. We are sorry that we will be unable to offer our condolences in person. We are temporarily in Washington, D.C.
Gary, Bonny, Adam, Kristy Crawford, Melany & Jeff Taylor Crawford
February 11, 2007
Dear Linda Gale, Justin, Tamela, Paul and families,
Paul was a very dear person to our entire family, and we have shared many happy and wonderful moments and memories with Paul and Linda Gayle, and their children.
Paul was always so kind and generous to everyone, and he made us feel like family. He was so kind to our son Adam when he and Justin were growing up together and Adam loved Paul and Linda Gayle like second parents.
Our hearts go out to you all, and we love you so much.
May God Keep you and Protect you,
With Love and Sympathy,
Bonny, Gary, Adam and Kristy Crawford
Melany C and Jeff Taylor
Ray & Marisa White
February 11, 2007
Paul,
Marisa and I express our deepest condolences for the loss of your father. May you and your family find comfort in the Lord during this difficult time.
Your Friends,
Donnie and Laura Manuel
February 11, 2007
Linda Gayle and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Brenda Patrick
February 11, 2007
Linda and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Paul. He was one of my favorite people! We were classmates and gratuated together at Hazel Green Academy. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
john henry
February 11, 2007
Paul was a friend and roommate at Hazel Green Acad. A really nice person. My best to all his family.
John Henry, Berea, KY
Mary and Whit
February 11, 2007
Tamela,
Whitney and I were deeply saddened to hear of your fathers passing. We thought a lot of Mr. Paul and he was so kind to Whit and myself.We hold you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Danny Lacy
February 11, 2007
Class mate and graduation from high school, 1965.
Wanda and Russ Hedrick
February 11, 2007
It is with great sadness that I write this message. We have known Paul for years. Our children went to school together and we attended many sporting events together where our children were involved. Please know Linda,Paul,Tamela,and Justin how much our thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be greatly missed. Bath County has lost an important part of their history. We are sorry that we cannot come to the funeral but you all will be in our hearts on this occasion. Paul was there for us when we lost our 2 children.
Bill and Anne Edwards
February 11, 2007
I have lost one of the best friends I ever had. I have nothing but wonderful memories of Paul. My heart goes out to you Linda, and the children and grandchildren. We love you, Linda! If you need ANYTHING, let us know.
Virgil and Neila Monroe
February 11, 2007
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Kristie (Brown) Jones
February 11, 2007
Tamela and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
SHARON FULLER-HEGYI
February 11, 2007
MRS GEE,
MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND THE FAMILY,I REMEBER THE STORIES YOU TOLD ME OF YOUR FAMILY WHEN WE USED TO TALK WHEN I WAS IN NURSING SCHOOL AND AFTERWARDS WHEN I WORKED AT CLARK REGIONAL, I REMEBER ESPY GIVING ME RIDES ON HIS MOTORCYCLE AND HAVING NO IDEAL AS AN ADULT YOU WERE HIS DAUGHTER-IN LAW. MY HEART FELT SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOU IN YOUR TIME OF SORROW.
SHARON FULLER HEGYI
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