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Paul Inman

1949 - 2021

Paul Inman obituary, 1949-2021, Mount Airy, NC

Paul Inman Obituary

Col. Paul T. Inman (retired), passed away on Feb. 27, 2021. He was born on Oct. 28, 1949, in Mount Airy, to the late Thomas P. Inman and Mary V. Inman. Col. Inman graduated from Mount Airy High School and earned a bachelor's degree from Appalachian State University. He retired from the U.S. Army with 30 years of honorable service. He is survived by his wife, Brenda Inman; son, Paul T. Inman Jr.; grandchildren Paul Thomas Inman and Craig Thomas Kristyniak; a brother, Donald P. Inman; and many nephews and nieces.

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Published by Mount Airy News from Mar. 2 to Mar. 3, 2021.

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William Scandrett

March 18, 2023

An exceptional soldier. We worked together at Augusta College. The man should have been a general. Rest in Peace soldier mission accomplished.

Rose Engels

February 5, 2023

I worked with then-LTC Inman at Selfridge ANGB (TACOM). I just learned of his passing. Please accept my deepest condolences. I truly enjoyed working with him and have nothing but fond memories. He was an excellent leader and an exceptional soldier. Rest well, sir. You have earned your place in Paradise.

Frank Marion

October 26, 2022

Graduated from high school with Paul. He obviously had a very successful life.

Denise Ward

August 25, 2021

So sad to hear of Paul's passing. Breaks my heart. Worked with him at Tinker AFB. Great guy. Will truly be missed.

Robert Hoffman 1SG (Ret) USA

July 30, 2021

I served with COL Inman (at that time he was a Lt)
in Germany (Babenhausen Hesse Munster Kaserne).
We made a great team together! I am truly
saddened to have read of his passing. My sincere Condolences to his wife and family.

Mike Preddy

March 9, 2021

Slow Hand Salute. Rest in Peace, Sir.

Dan Clarke

March 8, 2021

I had the privilege of working with Paul on a project at Oshkosh Defense and we became good friends He was an excellent colleague and we kept in contact over the past 10 years. Whenever we were in Florida we made a point of staying with Paul and Brenda. A great friend who we will miss dearly.

Dan Clarke and Catherine MacKinnon

Betty & David Fortune

March 5, 2021

Dear Brenda and family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers during these difficult times. I always enjoyed playing duplicate bridge with Paul. I was always amazed at how he seemed to know exactly every card in my hand even though he hadn't seen it. I know he will be missed by many.

Teddy Fitzwater

March 5, 2021

May he rest in peace. I knew Paul and Brenda playing bridge. He was always very kind to me. My condolences go to Brenda.

Helen shrode

March 4, 2021

May the love of friends bring you comfort. A duplicate bridge friend.
Helen Shrode

Jim Akers

March 3, 2021

Long time friend...together, we trained the staff, opened and ran the Myrtle Beach location of Ray's Kingburger many years ago...RIP Col. Paul Inman...

Carol McMillan Johnson

March 3, 2021

Brenda & family: I am sorry to learn of Paul's passing.. As long as I can remember it has always been Paul and Brenda. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Mary & Paul McMillan
Carol Johnson

Anne Vaughn Winebarger

March 3, 2021

So sorry for your loss. Paul was an interesting class mate many years ago. Praying God’s presence and comfort as you celebrate his life together.

Ann Taylor

March 3, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Susan Ammann

March 3, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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