Paul G Kit

I missed you quietly today. So quietly that no one noticed.

I missed you as I climbed out of bed and as I brushed my teeth; when I waited at the lights on the drive into work and as I heard the rain outside my window.

I missed you as I ordered lunch and as I kicked off my shoes when I got home; as I switched off the lights and climbed into bed for the night.

I missed you without tears or noise or fanfare.
But oh how I felt it.

I felt it in the morning, at lunchtime, in the evening and at night. I felt it as I woke, as I waited, as I worked. I felt it at home, on the road, in the light, in the dark, in the rain.

I felt it in every one of those moments, each one sitting heavier and heavier as the weight of me missing you kept growing and growing.

Yes, I missed you so quietly today.

But I felt it so loudly.

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Written by Becky Hemsley 2024, but so very close to my heart´s words

Paul welcomed me to HS when I loved to FL in the 10th grade. He was a friend from that moment on.

Paul welcomed me to HS when I moved to FL in 10th grade. A best friend thereafter.

I knew Paul well in junior and senior high. To this day whenever I see the NY Islanders I think of him and his admiration of their early 80's dynasty. He had a very dry and witty sense of humor. Just an all around good guy. Go easy Paul.

I will always cherish my time with Paul. To his family that he loved so, I thank you for sharing Paul with us. His guidance over the past 20 years remains with me and I take great comfort in his gift of friendship. He is deeply missed. Please accept my sincerest condolences.

Paul was my first friend when I moved into a new high school my junior year. Words are not enough to explain the influence he had on the person that I am. My sons are both enormous hockey fans and played throughout high school as a direct result of Paul´s passion for the sport.
I always regretted that we did not live closer in adulthood and was jealous he was fortunate enough to marry and have kids at such a young age.
I will forever miss him.

Paul, Michele and Cameron were our neighbors on Somerton Road. They were always generous with their time whenever we had a need. Both at our home and our two apartments , Paul would come at the drop of a hat to assemble our bed (on moving day), install bathroom cabinets and bars, and hang wind chimes. Michele and Cameron even carried in our live Christmas tree at the house.
Paul was one of the kindest people we have known. I told him he was my surrogate son. Our caring and sympathy go out to Michele, Jordan and Cameron. May the loving memories you have of your husband and father, and the support of family and friends carry you through the difficult days.
We love you all.

Paul was my mentor at work and good friend for 16+ years. He hired me straight from college before I knew what an overhead crane was and now it's become my career. My family and I owe him a lot for his support over the years. He always had time to chat when I needed advice for work, family, etc. I will forever be grateful for that time. Rest Easy PK.

We met Paul years ago, doing a joint project with Simmers Crane, we remained friends and allies for the rest of the time we knew each other, incredible man, wonderful human and just wisdom beyond his years, he will be greatly missed by all who knew him, he was a good friend, god bless Paul !

We were great friends growing up together. We enjoyed many of the same things especially music. One of my favorite memories with Paul and Michele was going to the Jimmy Buffett concert in Massachusetts. He loved the music and sharing it with family and friends.

Paul was an amazing person who was admired by everyone and I feel very fortunate to have known and worked with him. My deepest sympathies to Paul's family for their loss.
Sue Dollivar

I knew Paul only during his time with Gantrex some 35 years ago. He was a most enthusiastic and ambitious young man with wisdom way beyond his years. Our condolences to his family. We will be thinking of them on Nov 12. He was taken from us long before his time and will be sorely missed by the communities that he served.

Paul was such a kind hearted and generous man. The Manns Kit family took me to my first ever showing of Rocky Horror Picture Show, and it was such a fun and wonderful night. Thanks, Paul, for everything you have done for my family.

Paul was a good friend and co worker for many years. He was so gifted in many ways. I will miss him. God bless his family.

We laughed a lot and really enjoyed being together...Just celebrated our 35th Anniversary in Buffalo and Paul´s MBA Graduation in Bowling Green.

Paul was a awesome boss an friend.