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Paul Iula Obituary

Iula, Paul J.
EAST GREENBUSH - Paul J. Iula, 86, passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 10, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family.
Paul was born in Bronx, N.Y., the son of the late Paul and Mary (Cusimano) Iula. A proud New Yorker and a devoted sports fan, Paul cheered passionately for the New York Yankees and the Miami Dolphins.
Paul worked for many years as a graphic artist and prepress supervisor at New Art Printing. He retired after decades of dedicated service.
Paul is survived by his loving wife of 58 years, Sue Ellen (Warburton) Iula; two sons, Christopher (Starr) Iula and Mark (Deanna) Tantillo; a daughter, Angela (Jonathan) Sheehan; and daughter-in-law, Christine Iula. He was the beloved "Pa" to Nicholas and Michael Iula, Kara Blakeman, and Gabby and Gianna Sheehan.
He is also survived by Samantha, Sal, Dominick, and Christina; in addition to brothers-in-law, Ned (Kit) Warburton and Robbie (Karen) Warburton; and several nieces and nephews.
He was predeceased by two sons, Michael P. Iula and Paul Tantillo, who remained forever in his heart.
Calling hours will be held Tuesday, July 15, from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., at the Wm. J. Rockefeller Funeral Home, 165 Columbia Tpke., Rensselaer.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to Dr. Filippone and his staff for their exceptional care and support throughout the years.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Jul. 13, 2025.

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Betty Dickson

July 17, 2025

Angela and Jonathan, my heartfelt condolences. May our God of peace comfort you and family. May your memories sustain you in the days ahead.

Jacky Lafey

July 15, 2025

Condolences to Sue Ellen and family. RIP Paul.

Bruce Turner

July 13, 2025

Chris & Family, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I worked with your Dad many years ago at Cromwell Business Forms, he always had a great sense of humor. Years later I got to work to with you at M&J.

Gary A.DeRusso

July 13, 2025

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Paul and our group of friends spent many of times together having good times and laughs enjoying life.

Gary A. DeRusso

Deb Cunningham

July 13, 2025

Sue Ellen and Family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. paul was a wonderful person who will be missed by many. May he Rest in Peace.

Pam LaCroix

July 12, 2025

I'm so sorry for your loss.

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