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He retired as chairman of Disney Tire Co., a business he co-founded with his father and managed with his sons and brother-in-law for over 50 years. He was instrumental in the formation of several national private brand tire companies and held various leadership positions in the tire industry. He was a board member of Future Federal Savings and Loan.
Mr. Disney was an active alumnus of Male High School, and an avid fan of the University of Louisville where he attended the undergraduate college as well as the Louis D. Brandeis School of Law. He was also active in the Kosair Shrine, the Scottish Rite and the Royal Order of Jesters. He was a member of the Louisville Boat Club and the Pendennis Club and a former member of Big Spring Country Club. He was a faithful member of St. Matthews Episcopal Church for over 50 years.
Mr. Disney was preceded in death by his parents, Laura Adams Disney and Paul E. Disney Sr.; his daughter, Ann Disney Davino; and his granddaughter, Elizabeth Noel Disney.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Jane Ashton Disney; his sons, Paul E. Disney III (Nancy) and Stephen A. Disney (Cathleen C.); and five grandchildren, Paul Disney IV (Sarah), Jennifer Disney, Laura Disney, Clark Disney and Christine Disney. Also surviving are his sister, Thelma Tolakis (Emanuel); and two nieces, Laura Tolakis and Dana Tolakis German; and her daughter, Ariann German.
Paul will be remembered by his family and many friends as a devoted husband and father, a lover of landscape and gardening, a diplomat with a quick wit and disarming nature..."a true gentleman." Visitation will begin at 1 p.m., with a memorial service at 3 p.m., and a reception to follow on Sunday, November 28 at St. Matthews Episcopal Church, 330 N. Hubbards Lane Louisville, KY 40207.
Memorial contributions may be sent to St. Matthews Episcopal Church at the address above or to Kosair Charities, P.O. Box 37370 Louisville, KY 40233-9926.
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Gary and Deb Berry
November 18, 2022
Dear Jane,
We still miss Paul and Steve very much. They were real gentlemen and a pleasure with which to have done business. It doesn´t seem possible that it has been 12 years since Paul passed away. I know that you still cherish the wonderful memories of your lives together. Our thoughts and prayers still go out to you and the family. Mother passed away in 2012 and Dad in 2018. We miss them immensely also.
Love,
Deb and Gary Berry
Omar Tatum
November 28, 2010
The Tire Industry And The World Have Lost A Dear Friend. May God Bless His Family Far And Near.
Gloria Bohannon
November 28, 2010
Disney & Tolakis Family,
Our sympathy to your families. Gregg & I have such wonderful memories of working at Disney. You taught us alot. We were sad to find out Disney was gone when we came in town the last time. We always made time to visit our friends there. Paul was a true southern gentleman.
Gregg & Gloria Bohannon
Diane Ambrose
November 26, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Paul, jr. was my first boss, and was a kind, patient man. My prayers are with you all. Diane Ambrose
Joe Jones
November 26, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gene Weikel
November 25, 2010
Steve and Paul, I am deeply sadened to hear of your loss. Paul Sr. was a great gentleman and a professional to work for. The Weikel family wish your family peace in your time of grief.
(Gene Weikel & Family)
Dick & Mary Bostic
November 25, 2010
Our deepest sympathy to the entire Disney family. Having known Paul and proudly served him at Disney Tire is truly the highlight of my career. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief.
Linda Curry
November 24, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family during this time of grief and loss. We will certainly miss him at our Travelogue Cocktail hour.
Deb & Gary Berry
November 24, 2010
Jane, Steve and Paul,
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you in the loss of a wonderful husband and father. May the Lord bless you during this time of grief. We know that you have many fond memories of times shared as a family.
He was truly a friend to our family. It was great to have known him and to have served with him concerning our mutual business interests.
Scott Little
November 24, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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