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Paul was a dedicated finish carpenter. He was a simple man who loved to ride motorcycles and was also a huge Alabama football fan-a true member of the Crimson Tide faithful. Roll Tide!! Above all, he was a loving family man and will be greatly missed.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents; his sister, Robin Lyle; and his nephew, Joshua Lyle.
He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Debbie Riffe; his daughters, Haley Riffe and Christine Flory and Alex Valderrama; his son, Deron Cole Riffe; his grandchildren, Jonah Paul, Cooper John, Hannah Jade and Aria Quinn; his sister, Dawn (Wayne) Ellenburg; his foster brother, Jack (Shirley) Carlisle; his nieces, Monica (Anthony) Hoyt, Miranda (Phillip) Duke, Melissa Ellenburg, Victoria (Jackie) Parcus, Brianna Lyle and Megan Carlisle; and his nephews, Michael Berry, Mitchell Carlisle and Matthew Carlisle. He is also survived by numerous great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins.
Viewing at Mercer-Adams is Friday, 12-8pm with family present from 5-8pm. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, October 18, 11:00am, at Mercer-Adams Chapel with interment in Bethany Cemetery.
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Nicole Bagley
October 16, 2025
Paul,
Although we never met, you are my father in law. I must say I've only heard wonderful things about you. You were a good dad and a great grandpa. I really do wish we could've met. My thoughts are with your family right now. Rest in peace.
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