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Paul Witman Obituary
Paul W.
Aug 17, 1943 - Mar 30, 2025
Of Orchard Park, NY, at the age of 81. Beloved husband of the late Donna Mae Witman; father of Kevin (Amy), Scott (Anna) and Greg Witman; also survived by 10 grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents, Paul and Hilda (nee Miller) Witman and a brother Gary Witman. Friends are invited to join the family for a Celebration of Life to be held at the Donald M. Demmerley Funeral Home, 21 Pierce Ave., Hamburg, NY on Wednesday, April 9th from 4-7 PM. Burial at Hillcrest Cemetery will be private. Paul was a 2011 Hamburg High School Sports Wall of Fame inductee for his accomplishments as both an athlete and a coach. He was a three sport athlete in cross country, wrestling and track and field. He held multiple records and was the first ever recipient of the Art Howe Award for the most valuable athlete. As a coach, he coached 82 seasons in soccer, wrestling and track& field. His teams and individual athletes won multiple championships. Memorials in Mr Witman's name may be made to Cradle Beach Camp, 8038 Old Lakeshore Rd., Angola, NY 14006. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Donald M. Demmerley Funeral Home, 21 Pierce Ave., Hamburg. Please share online condolences at www.demmerleyfuneralhome.com.
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Tom Genco
April 10, 2025
First met PW my freshman year of wrestling. The freshman team was not going to practice over Christmas break so we were invited to join the varsity and jv's practice. The show Kung Fo was very popular at the time. So I show up to the varsity practice wearing Chinese bath robe with dragons drawn on my fore arms just like Kung Fo. I think I made a memorable impression on PW, and that was just the start.
Mike Berner
April 10, 2025
My thoughts and condolences to the Witman family. Coach Witman was my gym teacher and soccer coach at HHS back in the 1990s. He was always passionate and committed to helping his student athletes develop and learn life lessons. He demanded hard work, sportsmanship and being a good teammate and leader. He set high standards and used his dry sense of humor to motivate his teams. Please know that he had a positive impact on thousands of student athletes.
Greg Murray
April 7, 2025
We are so very sorry to hear about Paul and Donna Mae. They were amazing friends. We were lucky to spend 45 days with them on an unforgettable RV trip and stayed in touch ever since. For their family please know that they had a positive impact in so many peoples lives. We will miss them.
Dan Amendola
April 6, 2025
My sincere condolences to Paul´s children and relatives. Paul and I were college roommates and longtime friends. Our families were "neighbors" when we lived in Williamsville, NY. I am so sad not only to hear of his passing, but also our friend, Donna Mae.
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