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He was born on May 19, 1951, to the late Crozier and LaVerne (Walton) Atkinson of Pittsburgh.
Paul was a graduate of Seton LaSalle High School in 1969. Following high school, he entered the United States Coast Guard. After his time in the Coast Guard, he served as the Captain of the research vessel "Perca" on Lake Erie for 38 years until happily retiring in March of 2009. Paul was an avid outdoorsman, a great lover of food, hunting, and a fan of NASCAR.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Tracy Carnahan.
Paul will be deeply missed by his daughters, Alyssa Johnson (Zachary) of McKean and Lindsay Hayward (Cory) of New Hampshire; granddaughters, Maggie and Millie, who were his two favorite people in the world; stepbrother, Bruce Neeley (Margaret) of Pittsburgh; brothers, Alan (Lynn) Atkinson of Carnegie and Rick (Lucia) Atkinson of Bridgeville; as well as many nieces and nephews.
As per Paul's wishes, no calling hours will be observed.
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Tammy
April 29, 2024
Paul was my neighbor. Although I have not known him long, every time we ran into each other when leaving our apartments, he would stop and chat for awhile. Now I see his empty parking spot and I miss my friend.
Neil Shea
April 27, 2024
To Paul´s family,
I recall back in the 1990´s, when we both worked for the PA Fish Commission, in different divisions. In an effort to improve public fishing, Paul, using the "Perca", went the extra mile to set up an Open Water Marker, to identify an off-shore Coho stocking site. RIP Paul.
Neil Shea, PA Fish Commission (retired).
Peg neeley
April 24, 2024
Remembering Paul with love. He was present to help his mom after the early death of his dad. He was a good brother & I have many fond memories of him. Very knowledgeable in his field of fishery science & always willing to teach to share his knowledge with our family.Paul was a devoted dad to his daughters.Although his health failed him early in retirement, he found joy in exploring his beautiful land & nature. His granddaughters Maggie & Millie were his ultimate joy later in his life. He will be sorely missed. May he rest reunited with his mom & dad & sister. Wishing peace to his girls & sending love.
Aunt Peg
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Cindy Mcdonald
April 23, 2024
Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers! I'm so very sorry for your loss! Love Aunt Cindy
Shelley Chestnut
April 23, 2024
Remembering my dear Uncle who taught me about our native PA fish when I was a little girl.
His famous baked beans were always a big hit at our family picnics.
Thinking of you, Alyssa and Lindsay. With love, Shelley
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