Paul Anthony Gerth

Margaret, Heather and David, just before I left for China, I dropped by and saw Paul and he was in good spirits. I could not believe that news that he had passed away while I was over there. I am still in a state of disbelief. From all of the Coopers our hearts go out to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Graham and Olwen (Langley)

Words just don't seem to do justice for how Jo and I feel. Marg we send you our love and please know that you, Heather and David are in our prayers. I will miss my freind and the many light and deep conversations we had over his tea and my coffee.

We have just returned today and learned that Paul has too quickly gone on to the next adventure. Oh Margaret.... if it hurts mere neighbours so much to lose our gentle giant, how so for you and the kids ...well, that is the measure of the man, to touch the hearts of so many so easily. Just weeks ago we sat and talked about the next adventure or the peaceful sleep ...all theories to toss around as Paul loved to do ...and now he knows the answer.

Dear Margaret and Family

I was deeply saddened to hear of Paul's recent passing. In the short time that I knew Paul, I saw his kind gentle nature, bravery, and sense of humor. I really valued the fragile time that the 3 of us shared together at RCH. You all are so fortunate to have been blessed with such a wonderful man in your lives! And Margaret...your strength was immeasurable as you stood by Paul's side as he fought for his life and the chance to spend many more years together with you and your family. I can only imagine your pain and regret. You were both so fortunate to have found each other so many years ago. I’m confident that the impact of your unity and love will influence many others for years to come. I am so blessed to have met both of you.

With deepest sympathy,
Heather Andruski
(Paul’s RCH room mate in the “holding pen”)

Dear Margaret and Family,
We will always remember Paul taking photos at our parties. He was our friendly giant. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Hang in there!

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
I had the pleasure of working with Paul at Telus, I found his smile and demeanor brightened the day. He will be missed.

We are so very, very sorry for your loss.
There are many things that could be said but we will just say that it was a pleasure to have known Paul.

Paul was taken way to soon. With his vitality and love of life, he should have lived much longer. His love for Margaret, David and Heather, was evident every time he spoke of them. He was a good friend and neighbour. We shall miss his cheerful "Hi neighbour" and chats on the front lawn. Love and hugs to his family.
We will miss you, Paul

Our condolences to Marg,Heather, David and Family. We will always have fond memories of Paul. Paul made coming in to work each day alot more enjoyable. His quick wit and warped sense of humour always brought smiles to peoples faces. He was always there to help people and genuinely cared about how you were doing. When we remember him we will always see that giant of a man with that big infectious grin that would light up a room. Marg, Heather and David, he was so proud of all of you, I feel I know you quite well from all the stories he told about how you were doing in your everyday lives.
Paul we will miss you so much, you added so much happiness to so many lives.

I hadn't seen Paul in a few years and was stunned when informed by Angela R. I expect to be at the remembrance for one of the great ones.

Our Hearts go out to Margaret, David, Heather, their family and friends. Paul was a great man and will always be remembered; there are so many incredible memories of him and every one of them makes you smile.

Darren, Sandra, Nicole and Tyler

Our Hearts go out to Margaret, David, Heather, their family and friends. Paul was a great man and will always be remembered; there are so many incredible memories of him and every one of them makes you smile.

Darren, Sandra, Nicole and Tyler

Our sincere sympathy to Margaret, Heather and David on the loss of a wonderful husband and father. We will remember Paul for his quick smile, sense of humour and kind words.

Rosemary & Hugh McNeill

Deepest condolences to Margaret, David, Heather, and all the family. Such a sad sad time. Paul was such a good and gentle man. He will be missed terribly by all his family and friends especially by his best friend Margaret. We shall miss the stories of all his adventures.Our thougths are with you all.
Patricia & Roger Troxler

There are so few people in life these days that have the ability to touch and enlighten so many lives such as Paul has done. Paul was a friend, leader teacher and a mentor to all, he always had time and would make time for you, know matter what the question was or how complex the problem may be. Paul always inspired you to be and to do your best, and would guide you to that end.
Paul was the embodiment of what it meant to be a loving husband, father and friend, and will be missed by so many people. He had an unquestionable love for life and especially his sole mate and love of his life Margaret and his two wonderful children Heather and David.
Even as friends we are all overcome with emotions with Paul's passing, so one can only imagine the feelings and loss that his family must feel. Paul will be so sorely missed by all of us.
From the off the cuff comments he loved to make just to get a rise out of you, and his smirkish look he would give you when you looked back at him, to the insightful commentary he would add to any discussion.
Paul was always the piece maker, in any matter that required mediation, Paul was right there and would always try to find peaceful and respectful compromises for everyone involved.
We miss you so much “Tall Paul”, and you will forever be in our hearts and minds.

Our deepest condolences to Margaret, Heather and David.
Paul was the nicest of men, kind and thoughtful. It was truly a pleasure to have known him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

Bob and Jennifer Hepburn

There are so few people in life these days that have the ability to touch and enlighten so many lives such as Paul has done. Paul was a friend, leader teacher and a mentor to all, he always had time and would make time for you, know matter what the question was or how complex the problem may be. Paul always inspired you to be and to do your best, and would guide you to that end.
Paul was the embodiment of what it meant to be a loving husband, father and friend, and will be missed by so many people. He had an unquestionable love for life and especially his sole mate and love of his life Margaret and his two wonderful children Heather and David.
Even as friends we are all overcome with emotions with Paul's passing, so one can only imagine the feelings and loss that his family must feel. Paul will be so sorely missed by all of us.
From the off the cuff comments he loved to make just to get a rise out of you, and his smirkish look he would give you when you looked back at him, to the insightful commentary he would add to any discussion.
Paul was always the piece maker, in any matter that required mediation, Paul was right there and would always try to find peaceful and respectful compromises for everyone involved.
We miss you so much “Tall Paul”, and you will forever be in our hearts and minds.

Terry and I will certainly miss Paul, especially at our Canada Day Soiree, which he loved coming to. He will be missed by all who knew him. Our love and heartfelt sympathy goes out to Margaret and family.
Lots of love, Marg and Terry Little

Dear Marg and all your family - our hearts go out to you. Johnny will dearly miss his chats with Paul about their B.Tel days and both of us will miss the times we shared when socializing together. I know he will continue to look after his family, he was a very devoted husband and father and a very giving, generous soul. Be at peace Paul.
Johnny & Maggie Chapman

My condolences to Paul's family on his passing. I've had the honour of working with Paul at TELUS, and we will all miss him and his knowledge and humour. Peace be with you, Paul.

Although we only met briefly during Bonnie's stay at SMH, our entire family sends our most heartfelt condolences to you at this most difficult time. Paul's kindness and caring were evident even to our family. Our prayers are with you.
Dan Buchanan & Family

My most sincere condolences go to Paul's family. I worked with Paul for several years at BC Tel. He will be missed by his BCT 'family'.

We will remember Paul with lots of love, joy & a touch of sadness. He has left us far too soon. Peter & Joan Huryn

We will miss you greatly and are deeply saddened by your passing. With Love on your journey. Jackie, Dan and Family
To Margaret, Heather and David and respective families, our deepest condolences

I met Paul in the late 80's when we were both training to become Certified Novell Engineers. He was, quite definitely, the most brilliant person I knew relating to anything "geeky". Over the years, he constantly gave me encouragement in my career in IT and even ended up being my student a number of times. His technical knowledge and quick wit made for many enjoyable conversations - one minute we'd be analyzing network traces, the next laughing about some silly pun. Over the years I lived vicariously through his stories of sailing and hiking and his idyllic trip to Greece. Margaret, I never met you but I feel as if I knew you. When Paul talked about you and Heather and David his words conveyed his pride and love for you all. Those of us who knew Paul will always remember him fondly - we were truly blessed to have had him in our lives.

I'm so sorry to hear about Paul's passing. He was such a great person, son, husband and father. My condolences to the whole family. I will miss his friendly nature and smile.

Our heartfelt condolences to Marg, Heather, David and family. I had the privilege of knowing and working with Paul for 20 years. He was always willing to share his vast technical knowledge whenever I needed help.
But it is his and Margaret's friendship which I and my wife value most. The banter and laughter we shared around the coffee table with the rest of the crew are unforgettable.
Farewell, our dear friend.

Denis and Nora

I'm soooooo very sorry to hear about Paul's passing. I will miss his humour and those wonderful stories and pictures from his time in the Maritimes.

May peace be with you and your family

Another good one gone too soon. My condolences to Marg and the family. Good bye, old friend.