Jeffrey Allard Paradee Jr

Jeffrey Allard Paradee Jr obituary, Leesburg, FL

Jeffrey Allard Paradee Jr

Jeffrey Paradee Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Beyers Funeral Home & Crematory - Leesburg on Apr. 30, 2025.

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Jeff Paradee Jr, 37, of Leesburg, Florida joined our Lord in heaven on April 24, 2025. Jeff battled Duchennes Muscular Dystrophy his entire life. He faced multiple challenges and obstacles, always with dignity, courage, and optimism. Jeff persevered and never lost sight of his goals. As an English Major at University of Central Florida, he was able to maintain a 4.0 GPA with distinction. He became an accomplished writer, poet, novelist, and artist. In addition to his many achievements Jeff was a mentor, teacher, and a true inspiration to all.
Survived by his loving family: Parents, Marlaine and Hadley; Sister, Jeannette; Uncles, James, Raymond, Butch, Skip, Rod, Albert, Wayne; Aunts, Tina, Bernadette, Jacque, Becky, Debbie, and Glenda; Cousins, Heather, Jennifer, Brian, Rod, Kevin, Rob, Kurt, Chris, Miah, Harry, Amanda, Stephanie, Ann, Teresa, JR, and Allan. Predeceased by his Grandparents, Cora and Harold Allen, Josephine and Harlan Pearl.
VISITATION AT BEYERS FUNERAL HOME THURSDAY MAY 1 AT 2:00 PM
ADDRESS: 1123 WEST MAIN STREET., LEESBURG, FL 34748
FUNERAL SERVICES AND MASS AT ST. PAUL'S CATHOLIC CHURCH MAY 2 AT 1: 00 PM
ADDRESS: 1322 SUNSHINE AVE, LEESBURG, FL 34748
Arrangements entrusted to Beyers Funeral Home Leesburg, FL

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Kathleen Hohenleitner

May 7, 2025

I'm so sorry to hear this. I taught Jeff a few semesters ago and he was an absolute pleasure to interact with. He was kind to everyone in online discussions; he gave people who made mistakes the benefit of the doubt, and he never, ever made a grammar error.

He had sent me some of his TED talks, so I knew how difficult it was for him type at all, let alone punctuate correctly. I would have given him a pass on punctuation, and yet he never made an error! He was that thorough and very smart and personable. His essays were full of insight and fun to read.

I'd like to send condolences to his family, particularly his mom, whom he spoke of (via email) with such appreciation and affection.

Sincerely, Kathy Hohenleitner, UCF

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