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Paul Greenwald Obituary
TALLMADGE -- Paul E. Greenwald, 82, passed away August 12, 2008.
Born in Akron, Paul had lived in the area all of his life. He served in the U.S. Army Air Corps during World War II and was employed with the City of Akron's Water Department retiring in 1988 with 15 years of service.
He was preceded in death by his, brother, Robert Greenwald and his granddaughter, Melissa. He is survived by his wife, Velma; daughter, Lori (Michael) McGuinness of Cuyahoga Falls; sons, James (Barbara) Greenwald of Lapeer, Michigan, David Greenwald, Douglas (Sarah) Greenwald, and Jack (Alice) Greenwald all of Akron; grandchildren, Paul, Kevin, Eric, Darla, Katie, Stephanie, Jason, Sara, Ryan, and Jared; six great-grandchildren; and brother, William (Dorothy) Greenwald of Indiana.
Funeral service will be 11 a.m. Friday, August 15, 2008 at the Donovan Funeral Home, 17 Southwest Ave., (On the Historic Tallmadge Circle) with Pastor Larry Shaw officiating. Interment will be at Hillside Memorial Park, where military rites will be conducted by Mogadore VFW Post 8487. Friends may call 4 until 8 p.m. Thursday at the funeral home. In lieu of other remembrances, memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 1815 W. Market St., Akron 44313.
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Memories and Condolences
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Aunt Mindee Robertson
August 19, 2008
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Alice Greenwald
August 19, 2008
We have Paul to thank for Jack and me getting married. He always wanted the best for his children and wanted them to be happy. Paul believed in right & wrong and would step up to make sure any wrong doing by others was made right. He did not put up with any nonsense. I respect, appreciate and admire him for his opinions and advice.
Matthew 5:6 - Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.
Matthew 5:10 - Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Paul loved his children & grandchildren and would do anything for them. He believed in tough love and would not let them use his love to take advantage of his generosity.
Paul was hard working with a very strong work ethic. He passed this quality down to all his children. Being a bit of a perfectionist that quality also remains in his children.
In his final days with us, Paul proclaimed his love for his wife, Velma (of almost 60 years) over & over. Paul had not been a religious man but had repeatedly said we are not going to die that we are going to live forever.
John 5:13-5:15 – I write these things to you who believe in the name of the son of God so that you may know that you have eternal life. This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. And if we know that he hears us whatever we ask – we know that we have what we asked of him.
Paul will always live in our hearts.
Tony Thompson
August 18, 2008
To the Greenwald family, My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. I grew up with all of you and your Dad was always one of the nicest people that I have had the pleasure to know. My memory takes me back to when we use to play basketball with him as a kid growing up. He was always competetive enough to make us learn what that means but always kind enough to hear the things we had to say. My life is blessed with many things and I consider knowing Mr. Greenwald a part of a heitage that I will always remember. Thanks for that....goes beyond any words that can be said. God Bless you all on your loss. Thanks Mr. Greenwald for always being a good friend.
August 17, 2008
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
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Stephanie Fritz
August 17, 2008
It has been one of the greatest joys of my life to be able to call Paul my grandfather. I was able to share holidays, trips to Canada, and family get togethers with a man who showed more love for his family then you could ever imagine. He was the most caring, humble, sweetest man you could have ever met. If you needed anything, he was always there, no questions asked.
My grandpa had a laugh you could never forget. It was full of life and heart felt. You could hear his laugh from a mile away, and it always let you know he was close by. His sense of humor could bring the most serious group of people to tears.
Over the past few days, I have been reflecting on memories that we had shared, jokes that were told, and photos that have been taken. I have learned so much from him. He taught me how to truly fish. He taught me never take things for granted and how to live life to the fullest. (And never to cheat at cards, especially eucher, because you will get caught..lol)
The past few days have been the hardest. It's hard to find words to say when you are completly heartbroken. Losing a loved one is not easy, especially losing someone who influenced your life. As my eyes begin to fill with tears, I ask that you keep my grandmother in your thoughts and prayers, as this is the most difficult time she must face. And please, keep my grandpa in your hearts and in your memories, as this will truly keep him young and alive forever. He will be greatly missed.
I love and will miss you so much grandpa.
Love Steffy
Burt J. Davidson
August 15, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
The Staff of Donovan Funeral Home
August 15, 2008
We appreciate you trusting us with the care of your loved one at this difficult time.
Bart Cox
August 14, 2008
Summers in canada. Party's in the back yard. Chasing bees out of the house so orba and eula would stop yelling.
A couple of things I remember about a man who was as fierce a competitor as he was to laugh. Fortunate were those who were lucky enough to know him. Truly blessed were we who call him family. He leaves behind a legacy that not many can say they will. One filled with a laughter as we remeber all the good times.
You will be missed by all but your grace and drive to be the best you can be will live on in all of us.
My deepest regards and condolences to you all. He was a truly great man and one of a kind.
Bart, Dee, Christina, Alyssa, & Zachary Cox
August 14, 2008
Dear Aunt Velma and Family,
We are so saddened to hear of Uncle Paul's passing. He was truly a wonderful person to be around at all the events, and he was such a great dancer too!!! We will miss him very much. Sorry we will not be able to attend the funeral. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love,
Bart, Dee, Christina, Alyssa, & Zachary Cox
Connie Greenwald
August 14, 2008
To the Greenwald Family,
I am truely sorry to hear of the loss of a greatman that i have known for many,many years. He was a person who would offer his help, his knowledge, his wisdom to all. He will be missed by so many people and has left a piece of his heart thru out the greenwald family. He is your Angel thats sits on your shoulders
Susan Dickey
August 14, 2008
Jack & Alice,
My thoughts & prayers are with you and your entire family at this difficult time.
Martha & Josh Chandler
August 14, 2008
Jack, Jason and Sara--It's been years since you moved, but our hearts are with you in this time of loss. Your dad/grandpa is now with my dad/Josh's grandpa and they are both at peace.
Jerry Kunkle
August 14, 2008
Dave I'm so sorry for your loss, I will be praying for your family.
Sandy Mason
August 14, 2008
When you live side by side all of those years, it feels like you are losing another member of your family. I am so sorry for your loss. I'll always remember him as the great guy he was. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Sandy {Mace} Mason and Family.
Thelma (Fitts) Cable
August 14, 2008
Lori and family I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. I'll never forget his gift of kindness and laughter. Much love and prayers to you all at this time of grief.
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