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Paul Whitacre Obituary
Bremerton, WA - Paul C. Whitacre, 79, passed away peacefully on June 15th, 2021 in Silverdale WA after a brief illness.
Paul was born in Long Beach CA to Paul A. Whitacre and Zoe E. Whitacre October 2nd, 1941.
After graduating high school, Paul joined the US Navy and later met and married his wife of 56 years Diane Whitacre (Patterson) on April 3rd, 1965 in Inglewood CA. While serving in the Navy, Paul served in the Vietnam War to which he received several service medals. During his Navy career he was stationed at Andrews Air Force Base MD, Pearl Harbor HI, Naval Base San Diego CA, PSNS Bremerton WA as the Quartermaster of the Hydrofoil and NUWES Keyport WA as Captain of the USS Hewell (AKA The Bucket), which was used to film the movie Mister Roberts in 1955. After 20+ years of service, Paul retired from the Navy in November of 1978. After retiring, Paul went on to receive his Associate Degree in Business at Olympic College, Bremerton WA, while working at Boeing in the Marine Division. He soon went on to work for Island Jetfoil, as a pilot for The Flying Princess, making several passenger runs from Seattle WA to Victoria BC. After working for Island Jetfoil, Paul finished out his career at Bangor WA working in TRF as a Systems Analyst.
Paul was involved with Gig Harbor Cruisers Car Club where he proudly showed off his restored '70 Chevelle in many cars shows around the Puget Sound. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Paul also had a love for his two Standard Poodles, Sasha and Stella.
Paul is preceded in death by both his Parents and Sister Donna Combs (Don) of CA.
Paul is survived by his wife Diane Whitacre (Patterson); his 2 children, Charles Whitacre, Gail Gray (Matthew); Sister Margaret Leonard (Jim); 4 Grandchildren, Natalie Whitacre, Nicholas Arnett, Rachel Andrews (Hunter); Tara Bartlett (Ryan); 4 Great-grandchildren, Kayleigh, Theo, Samantha, Neve, and many nieces and nephews.
Donations may be made to Tunnel to Towers Foundation in lieu of flowers.
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Mac and Maureen
June 12, 2022
I know it´s been a rough yr for your family. Your in our thoughts Dianne
Tim and Denice Hinderer (Bertucci)
July 3, 2021
Diane, Chuck, and Gail,
We were saddened to hear about Paul's passing. Sending love, thoughts and prayers to you during this tough time.
Mac and Maureen
June 26, 2021
One of the best has left us. So sorry for your loss Dianne, Gail and Chuck.
Brian and Renee Farr
June 23, 2021
Diane and family, Brian and I were shocked and deeply saddened by the news of Pauls passing. I not only enjoyed working with him for many years at TRF, but also enjoyed our friendship outside of work. Paul was a great guy who always tried to come across so gruff, but was just an old softy all along. He will be greatly missed and we are so glad that we got to see you all at Tony's in April. Sending you prayers and hugs.
Jack Baker
June 22, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Paul was a great guy. Always had a smile and a laugh. I am a better person for having known Paul. God Bless.
Robert J. Mackay
June 22, 2021
I was surprised and saddened to hear about Paul´s passing. My deepest condolences to the entire family. I worked with Paul for many years at Trident Refit Facility and always considered him a great friend and co-worker that I enjoyed working with. He was very easy going with a good sense of humor and just a really nice guy.
Vaya Con Dios my friend!
Tara
June 22, 2021
Dear Diane, Charlie and Gail -- I'm so sorry for your loss, neighbors. Wishing you peace at this sad time.
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