George Fidelis Paul
1938 - 2012
George Fidelis Paul
1938 - 2012
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BORN
1938
DIED
2012
George Paul Obituary
Eskasoni
George Fidelis Paul, 74, Eskasoni, passed away on September 16, 2012, at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital, with his family by his side.
Born in Potlotek, he was the son of the late Frank M. and Isabelle (Battiste-Joe) Paul.
He was a member of the Holy Family parish, Eskasoni. He was a barber by trade, and an accomplished fiddler, partaking in benefit concerts, church fundraising and Treaty Day Showcases. He was a past member of the Cape Breton Fiddlers Association and participated in the Maritime Fiddling competitions.
His love of the outdoors included bird watching, floral gardens and yard maintenance. He enjoyed travel throughout the Maritimes and Maine.
Mr. Paul is survived by his wife, the former Annie Sylliboy; son, Brian (Serena); stepson Wayne (Elizabeth) Sylliboy; granddaughters, Paulina, Brianna, Rebecca and Isabella; grandson, Brian David; and step grandsons, Eric and Lyndon; sisters, Mary Ann (Murray) Marshall and Mary Carmel Mellen of Potlotek; and brother, David Joe, Eskasoni; brother-in-law, Benjamin Sylliboy; sister-in-law, Barbara (James) MacDonald; goddaughters Chrisanna Gould and Patsy Frances and numerous nieces and nephews.
Besides his parents, George was predeceased by sisters, Evelyn (John) Joe and Theresa (Ralph) Wade; brothers, Frank Joe, Andrew (Ku'j) Joe and Stephen (Casey) Paul.
Visitation for the late George Paul will be held after 7 pm on Saturday, September 22, at the Gabriel Centre (Church). A Musicians' gathering and feast will be held on Sunday, September 23 at 2 pm. Funeral mass to celebrate his life will be held on Monday, September 24 at 10:30 am at Holy Family Church. Meal and Salite to follow.
In accordance with George's wishes, cremation will follow and a private burial will be held at a later date.
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Annie Gould
September 21, 2012
my condolences to his wife Annie and the rest of the family.George . as quiet as he was,will be always be missed in Eskasoni.Always had a kind word and a smile for you.Rest in peace my friend,---------
annie Gouls,Eskasoni,N.S.
Sharon Phillips
September 21, 2012
Annie & family, may you find joy in the memories you shared with such a wonderful husband and friend to all. George will watch over you until the time comes that you will meet up again in Heaven. I only met George once and I new he was a very kind and loving person. My deepest sympathy in your loss. God's blessings to all.
George & Natashia Herney
September 20, 2012
our condolences to the family of the fiddling barber!Our prayers are with you!
Dorothy Paul
September 20, 2012
I never met George but feel like I did. Annie told me daily his many undertakings. Never ending, always finding something to do she always said. My heart goes out to Annie and the family. Dot
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cheryl ratliff
September 19, 2012
I only met George once, he was very gracious, to us people from the "states". He did lots of wood work too, wanted my husband to meet him they would have gotten along great. We have his CD. will cherish it. Our love to the family, Cherie Ratliff West Virginia, USA
Kimberly Vigue Grassl
September 19, 2012
Dear Annie and family: My heart is broken for your loss of your dear husband, George, father, and grandfather. I'm comforted though because I got to meet him along with my (late) husband, while visiting Eastport, Maine. We had such a great visit... and we made 2 new friends that day! May you find love and comfort in the days and months ahead as you remember such a fine man.Much love to you across the many miles....
Lorena Edmands-Junta
September 19, 2012
Our condolence to the family, Lorena Edmands-Junta
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