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Paul Appleby Obituary
Paul was a carpenter by vocation and he used this skill to serve on a mission trip in Africa, as well as build his own home in Idaho. He was active throughout his life, enjoying deep sea fishing, camping, water/snow skiing, cruising on his Harley-Davidson, riding his bicycle, and more recently, playing water volleyball. He loved rock music, barbequing, and SF sports (Giants, 49ers). He appreciated the simple things, and had a zest for life. He left us all too soon.
Paul is survived by his wife Leslie; brothers, Robert and Tim; children, Michele, Melinda, and Daniel; grandchildren, Isaac, Jaxon, and Zoey.
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Sue Taylor-Lane
October 30, 2024
I meet Paul at his home in Green Valley when Leslie had our "Bunco Babes" group over at their backyard pool! I was amazed at Paul's beautiful remodeling, a lovely transformed home he was making for Leslie. I only met Paul just this one day, he was in the kitchen helping out and then 8 ladie's arrived, and I think he must have taken a ride on the Harley. We had such a beautiful day there!
Sue Taylor-Lane
Jennifer Diamond
October 1, 2024
"I remember Paul as a quietly confident man, someone who exuded calm strength and was a hard worker. I´ll always remember him unwinding to his favorite music in the living room, those peaceful moments of him rocking out really captured his spirit. And that unmistakable smirk of his - the one that appeared when he found what he called `an all-around good deal´. I will honor Paul with music and I´ll always be on the lookout for that all-around good deal in your memory."
Cherie Sosa
September 24, 2024
Paul was VERY "Easy Going" (always had a "ready" smile He Enjoyed Life and lived it to the Fullest!!!
He had a Deep Faith in GOD, and was instrumental in Me accepting Christ...I am Eternally GRATEFUL
He Enjoyed Family and was VERY Proud of his 3 children
He was a Remarkable Person and we are SO BLESSED to have known him
Michele appleby
September 19, 2024
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Michele appleby
September 19, 2024
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Michele Appleby
September 18, 2024
Here are some pictures of me and my Dad back in the day. He loved to be in the outdoors. I miss his eyes and his smile and just his calm and grounded gentle presence to be around. I love you forever Dad
J.
September 17, 2024
May God's promise found in John 6:40, of the hope to see our loved ones again, comfort your heart and give you peace, strength, and hope in the days ahead.
Pamila Towa
September 12, 2024
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Pamila Towa
September 12, 2024
Paul was the nicest most generous loving guy. He cooking is so good, He was just a chill person. My son and I were blessed to know him. The photos are when Paul was playing ball in the pool with my son Kenan. Great memories
Melinda Appleby
September 11, 2024
I've heard it said that people die how they've lived. That is true for you... your quiet strength, upright character, sense of humor, provider and hard working nature, appreciation for good food, love of sports, positive attitude, and trust in God, were just as evident at the end as they've been throughout your life.
Michele
September 10, 2024
Michele
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Marilyn Moshos
September 10, 2024
Though I didn´t see him often, each time was very enjoyable. First impression? Those eyes! Beautiful. It was obvious that he had a kind gentle spirit. Rather laid back until we got talking about his enjoyment of sports and construction. It was obvious that he had a connection with God and a strong devotion to his daughters and son.
Such a loss way too soon.
Marilyn Moshos
Leslie Appleby
September 10, 2024
Leslie Appleby
September 10, 2024
Leslie Appleby
September 10, 2024
Melinda Appleby
September 9, 2024
Dad,
Sharing the last moments of your life with you has had a profound impact on me. In a measly attempt to process this, I wrote . . .
Reflections on your passage
We are not born alone
it would be impossible
we are literally attached to another
the connection is physical
But to be an individual in this world
that connection has to be severed
the physical bond is replaced by one that is invisible
an emotional one
Throughout life we develop
few or many emotional ties
No one is born alone
and no one should die alone
at birth, this is certain
at death, it is not
But those invisible cords
that throughout life
we link with others
that, is present in death
All those invisible connections
Both past and present
Seen and unseen
Are there
In this way, no one dies alone.
You did not die alone
Physically, loved ones were there
Emotionally, loved ones were near
Both those in flesh and spirit
As I grasped your body here on earth
Someone grasped your spirit in heaven
You were never alone.
And thus
your death prepared me
in some way
for my own
I claspED your body with my body
You WILL hold my spirit with your spirit
'til we meet again . . .
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