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Memories and Condolences
for Paul Cressy
Charlie Jones
August 14, 2014
Being a colon cancer survivor myself, I hate hearing about people like Paul who were less fortunate than I have been. I feel for your loss. I ran the NYC marathon in 2011 after completing my year of treatment and I'm returning this November to give cancer the finger again. Paul's involvement in Colon Cancer Challenge Foundation has inspired me to join CCCF which I did today. This November I'll be running for Paul, my friend Reid's wife, and all the others who have or are facing colon cancer.
August 14, 2014
I am sorry for your loss. I had dinner with Paul and ran the 2011 marathon with him as a member of the team. I am a colon cancer survivor and know what he went through and then to run that marathon was a true inspiration. I have thought of him often and told his story many times. My prayers are with you. Steve Furst
August 11, 2014
Sarah,
We are so sad to hear this news. Know that we will continue to lift all of you in prayer for strength and comfort. Johnette Thomas
August 9, 2014
David,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time of the loss of your son, Paul.
Sally Gambino Pierce
Robert Hinyub #13 and Family
August 9, 2014
Please know that our family and the Jesuit Lacrosse community is thinking of and praying for Gray and the entire Cressy family.
Abby Patton Genka
August 9, 2014
Sarah, Gray, and Helen- I am so sorry for your loss. I know you may not remember me; I babysat Gray and Helen a few times when they were very young and y'all still lived in Shreveport. I still think of y'all often, and will add you to my prayers. Much love,
August 8, 2014
Sarah,
I am so sorry for your loss. Farron Peatross
Anne Kilpatrick
August 8, 2014
Sarah, I am so sorry for your loss. You, the children and all of Paul's family will be in my prayers.
Michael Redmond
August 8, 2014
Paul and I were members of the Colon Cancer Challenge Foundation New York City Marathon Team in 2011. I will never forget meeting him 2 nights before the marathon at dinner. He shared the story of his battle with us and provided unbelievable inspiration. He went on to complete the marathon with Jill at his side. I have often thought about him and his battle over the last 3 years. Such a sad lose. I am better for having met him.
Liz Broekman
August 8, 2014
Sarah, Gray, Helen and all of the Cressy family: Words cannot express the sadness I feel for your loss. Paul was one of the greatest guys I knew. He was always happy and full of energy. Even though I did not see you all that often, it was always like not a day had passed when we would visit. My heart breaks for all of you but he is going to be with you every moment now. God bless you and we love you!
August 7, 2014
The Ledet family sends our prayers to you and your family at this difficult time. While we didn't know Paul personally, our son has known Gray from Stuart Hall and Jesuit, and our hearts go out to him and your daughter. W pray that the strength of your love and your faith, family and friends carries you through this. Stephen, Maria, Adam & Diana Ledet
Molly Papania
August 7, 2014
Sarah, I knew Paul as Andree's little brother in high school. The Cressy's are an amazing, warm, welcoming, and kind family. I'm sure Paul possessed all of their many wonderful qualities. His strength and unrelenting optimism even in the face of adversity are lessons for us all. Wishing you peace and understanding as you go through this difficult time.
Jennifer Molina
August 7, 2014
Sarah,
Paul took the time to share his journey with us through his writings. I came to know him as a thoughtful, courageous, painfully honest, and inspirational person through these writings. I'd always known Paul through Andree (we're friends from Ursuline), but his journey with cancer revealed what a truly incredible man he was. You are very much in my thoughts and prayers right now. I know that his passing is a tremendous loss to you, your family, and our community. He will be sorely missed.
Tony Paternostro
August 6, 2014
I came to know Paul through our mutual friend Sean Harper. Paul played with our tennis group from time to time and I found him to be a wonderful person, always kind and considerate, a gentle soul. I lost my best friend a few years ago to colon cancer and therefore feel a unique connection with Paul in this way. I will never forget Paul and now when I think of my best friend I will think of him also.
August 6, 2014
Sarah, I attended a Holy Cross and knew Paul through mutual friends and athletics. Paul was always a happy and friendly person. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Rick David
Darren Olivio
August 6, 2014
Sarah,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Although I had not seen Paul in a few years, he was a good friend. I am sadden for your loss.
God Bless
August 6, 2014
Marshall Hebert
Barbara Johnson
August 6, 2014
Sarah,
We have not met but I work with Chris here in Midland. Our prayers are with All of you. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you and your children....Fondly, Barb
Allison Sanders
August 6, 2014
Sarah, Helen, and Gray and family,
I am truly saddened by the passing of Paul. He was a true inspiration to all a warrior to say the least. We should all seek to live our remaining days on this earth as he did. Love and prayers.
John Landis
August 6, 2014
Dear Cressy Family:
I just recently met Paul through his work but can easily understand what a tremendous loss you have experienced. He was a kind and friendly man. I am very sorry for your loss.
August 6, 2014
Sarah, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find some peace. Brian Byrd
Zide Bowers Jahncke
August 6, 2014
Dearest David and Laura and All the Cressy Family, I am deeply saddened to learn of Paul's death. My thoughts and prayers are with All of you. Fondly, Zide
August 5, 2014
I know Paul from Jesuit. He was friends with my cousin Lance and his cousin Marshall was one of my best friends at JHS. God Bless Paul, Sarah, and all your family & friends. Paul's light will continue to shine through all of you. We see and feel it now... Sincerely, Scott Roussel, San Diego
Beau Favret
August 5, 2014
Sarah,, I don't know you but Paul and I were friends back at Jesuit. We reconnected when he was first diagnosed with cancer and I've been following y'all from afar. Keep the faith! God bless.
Thomas Sandoz
August 5, 2014
I know Paul from Jesuit. Great teammate and competitor. We crossed paths professionally as well and he was always a pleasure to work with. I am so saddened to learn of his passing. Prayers for Paul and the Cressy family. God Bless.
Barbin Caldwell Graham
August 5, 2014
Sarah - you and your children are in my prayers. I hope that your faith, friends and family can help you all through this difficult time. I did not know Paul but I can tell he was a very special man and touched many lives by sharing his journey. Much love to you!
Ginger Colquitt
August 5, 2014
Sarah, I am so sorry for your loss and am sending lots of love and hugs to you and Helen and Gray. Love, Ginger
Julie Foret
August 5, 2014
Sarah - Chris and I are deeply saddened by your loss. You and your family have been and will continue to be in our prayers.
Thomas Weber, MD
August 5, 2014
Dear Sarah, Gray and Helen,
Please accept our most sincere and heartfelt condolances. In the little time I was able to spend with Paul I could see he was a kind, brave and courageous man. We mourn his loss and send you deepest sympathy and support. Paul has inspired us all to fight this dread disease harder than ever.
Dr. Tom Weber & the Staff and Board of the Colon Cancer Challenge Foundation.
Lucinda Flowers
August 5, 2014
I knew Paul through work -- he was such a kind soul and genuinely nice man. I was touched by his positive spirit in the face of adversity. My thoughts to the Cressy family.
Shannon French
August 5, 2014
A bright light gone too soon... I got to know Paul as a project counterpart and greatly enjoyed working with him. He will be greatly missed, and his void will surely be felt throughout the city! Condolences to the family.
Pat Cedor Penny
August 5, 2014
To the Cressi famiy,
The Penny family would like to extend our deepest sympathy for your loss of Paul. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Pat Cedor Penny and son, Billy
Christian Charlton
August 5, 2014
Paul and I have not seen a lot of each other since the Jesuit and college years. Since that time I've had the privilege of meeting some very special people along the way and right or wrong I've always measured/compared those people to a few folks I grew up with. Paul is one of those few. He made a lasting impact on me about what being a friend is all about. He is one of the most generous, fun-loving, warm, and kindhearted people I have ever known. The world just ain't as bright right now knowing that Paul Cressy has left it.
Daniel Haro
August 5, 2014
Paul and his Son Gray came to see me at work earlier in the year. he seemed fine and excited to show his Gray all the new Porsches. I loaded him up with Porsche swag at the time and now I'm just glad that I was lucky enough to have seen him and spent that short time with him, one last time. He will live on in Heaven and Gray is welcome here anytime he wants to visit with the cars.
August 5, 2014
Our deepest sympathy during this dark time. Praying for all whose lives were touched by this outstanding young man
Geoffrey Moen
August 5, 2014
Paul was a great man, and his kind spirit touched me along with everyone else that he came across.
Eden Matthews
August 5, 2014
We, your friends at American Bank & Trust in Mandeville want you to know that we are very sorry for your great loss and that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you.
Leisa Reinecke Flynn
August 5, 2014
Dear Cressy Family,
I was so sad to hear of Paul's death. Please know that all of the Reineckes are thinking of you and are will you in spirit during this sad time.
Jay Conner
August 5, 2014
He is a credit to the Cressi family and an inspiration to all of us.
Blanca Vela
August 5, 2014
Cressy Family,
Our prayers are with the family. May the love of friends and family and our Lord give you strength during these trying times.
Lamar Southwest Region - Dallas, Texas
August 5, 2014
Paul Cressy was such a kind person to work with at the City of New Orleans-Safety and Permits (Plan Review Division). He always displayed great personality and a big smile. Prayers for his family that God will comfort you in your time of bereavement.
Janet Chambers
Michael Murphy
August 5, 2014
I am deeply saddened by the sudden death of Paul. I'm proud to have known such a kind, warm and brilliant person. My prayers and thoughts are with him and with those he left behind - All the Murphy Family
Michael Murphy
August 5, 2014
I am deeply saddened by the sudden death of Paul. I'm proud to have known such a kind, warm and brilliant person. My prayers and thoughts are with him and with those he left behind. All the Murphy Family
Tom, Jan, Barrett and Reese Leonhard
August 5, 2014
Dear Sarah and Gray,
The Leonhard Family sends our deepest sympathies to you during this sad time. We know this has been a long battle for your family, and we are comforted only by the fact that Paul is now at peace and in the loving arms of our Heavenly Father. You were such an example to our family when we were suffering through our own tragedy, particularly for Reese when he and Gray were still at Stuart Hall. We pray that you will continue to find strength in the days ahead as we hold you in our hearts.
Jane Brown
August 5, 2014
Sarah, You are in my prayers. Paul was a great fighter. What an example!
Jane Brown
August 5, 2014
HE Will Raise Him Up On Eagle's Wings,
Bear Him On The Breath Of Dawn,
Make Him To Shine Like The Sun,
And Hold Him In The Palm Of HIS Hand.
An Old Friend.
Tina Andrews
August 5, 2014
Sarah- My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sorrowful and difficult time. May God give you all strength to get through this. Hugs to all- tina perrilliat andrews
Harvey Loumiet, III
August 4, 2014
My prayers are with his family
Jane West
August 4, 2014
Sarah...you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so very sad to hear of Paul's death. May God's peace be with you and yours. All the West family
August 4, 2014
The void created by Paul's passing is so immense, so vast, that words cannot express the loss and pain. Paul was such a great person, and awesome brother that the absence is almost incomprehensible!
August 4, 2014
The courageous manner in which Paul faced his battle is an inspiration to all who knew him--to Sarah,Helen and Gray please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you Diane Trussell Winningham
August 4, 2014
I will never forget Playing Football at Jesuit with Paul. Big heart, big smile, a big contributor on and off the field. My prayers are with the family.
Mark Evans
Beth & Scott Galante
August 4, 2014
Our sincerest condolences to the family at this sad time.
Linda Stone
August 4, 2014
Paul was a wonderful person to work with, always funny and keeping things in perspective. He will be sorely missed by myself and all the staff who knew him from Global Green.
Jimmy Rosso
August 4, 2014
Sarah,Helen And Gray, Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We loved Paul so much and will never forget him.Love,Jimmy,Leslie,Kloe and Amelia Rosso
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