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Phillip Paragas Obituary
Mar 18, 1940 - Jul 27, 2010
Preceded in death by father Dr. Modesto Paragas; mother Carol Evans. Survived by wife Betsye; son W. Randall Paragas; daughter Charlotte Paragas; granddaughters Stephany Bailes and husband Brett, Kari Zahm; grandson Bradley Paragas; brother Dr. Rodney Paragas, Santa Barbara, CA; other family and many close friends.
SERVICES Saturday 7pm 72nd St. Chapel. Interment Sunday 3pm Graceland Cemetery, Creston, IA. VISITATION Saturday 3-7pm 72nd St. Chapel. Memorials to Omaha Sports Academy or Omaha Community Playhouse. JOHN A. GENTLEMAN MORTUARIES
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Memories and Condolences
for Phillip Paragas
Marcia Fulton
July 22, 2021
Betsye, It is amazing how often I think of Phil & his class of `58. We the 59ers were in awe of them. Phil then married my best friend the rest is history. A true love story. Rest In Peace Phil. Your children, grandchildren & yes, great grandchildren are your true legacy Miss your wit
Cheryl Anderson
August 9, 2010
Dear Betsye and Randy,
I am deeply saddened to hear about Phil. Losing a loved one is so very painful. I feel privileged to have met and worked with Phil. I'll forever be Sissy Mae.
Love you all. You're in my hearts and prayers. Cheryl Anderson
August 3, 2010
Dear Betsey,
I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Phil. He was always so cleaver & witty and could light up a room. I can't imagine much worse than losing a spouse. My heart goes out to you.
Your highschool friend, Doris Hatchett Clark
August 1, 2010
Randy and Charlotte,
I am so sorry to hear of Phil. He truly was one of a kind. I will never forget when Jim and I had the triplets, he kept calling Stacy to go shopping with him so he could get us something. When they could never meet up together he just went up to the bar and threw her some money and told her to go pick something out. Later, he told me how he really wanted to go out shopping but didn't know what we needed. I really believe he was disappointed that he couldn't go pick something out himself.
You guys have always been there to help me and my family, if there's anything I can do for you, please let me know.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tracy Tangeman and family
Jay Thomason
July 31, 2010
Betsye, Charlotte, Randy and family:
I am sorry to hear of Phil's death. I will always remember his mischievous grin, his methodical words and his tremendous sense of humor. I can hardly remember a time that he didn't greet me with a joke and that smile! My prayers are with you.
July 30, 2010
Words cannot say what the heart feels. . .the page turns and we are left with the memories. I cherish the picture in my head of Mr. Paragas and his wonderful smile. . . oh, those Glenbrook days. All my love to you Betsye, Charlotte, Randy.
Jim Braegelmann
July 30, 2010
Dear Betsye
The good Lord has called Phil home, celebrate his life as you are in my prayers.
July 30, 2010
Betsye, Sorry to hear of Phil's passing. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Frank & Mary Ellen Ethington Mesquite,Nevada
July 30, 2010
Judy Knopp
July 30, 2010
Dear Betsye and all of Phil's family,
I am so sorry to know of Phil's passing. My arms are around all of you holding you in love and sympathy and knowing the sadness you feel. I mourn the loss of a joyful, laughing, playful person whom we all loved for his positive outlook on life. Phil was like a frolicking puppy dog to me, always exploring funny little corners of interest in the room, rushing back for a little laugh, poking his nose about and touching you to make sure he connected. I enjoyed him so much in high school, and I am very sympathetic to you, Betsye. I am so sorry for Phil's illness and for your losing the companion of your life.
My prayers are with you,
Scott P. Benson
July 29, 2010
Dearest Betsye, Randy and Char.... I was stopped in my step when I was told of "THE GOVS" passing. A man that was close to my heart in many ways. the lessons he taught me about business, people, friendships, I can go on forever. He was my mentor in the biz, taught me skills I could have never learned elsewhere or by another. I know that now he is looking down upon us with my parents and God at his side, proud of what his family brought to him thru all the years. The only guy I knew that put peanuts in his Cola! Go figure. My thoughts and prayers for you in this time of loss. For those of us that knew him, we were blessed to have had the moments that we can take with us thru our lives. It was Phil that gave me the nickname "SCOOTER" years ago and it still sticks to this day! I am forever greatful to have had him in my life. He shall forever be "The Gov".
Shirlee Tourek
July 29, 2010
Char, you know I'm there for you, whatever you need, just say the word, Shirlee
Carl Hartman
July 29, 2010
Betsye, Sorry to hear. Phil always had time to share and listen with interest.
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rennie Grossoehme
July 29, 2010
Dear Betsye, Randy and family... It broke my heart when I heard the news about Phil. I truly loved him! We laughed so much even in the midst of him having to endure sitting through dialysis. He was such a trooper! I will always cherish the fond memories I have of Phil. I also know how much he dearly loved his family. He shared some wonderful words about each of you! I will keep you in my prayers and know that Jesus is holding each of you in His arms during this very sad time. I do have faith that Phil is walking tall and steady on BOTH of his legs in heaven with that big fun smile on his face!!!!
Dave Francis
July 29, 2010
Betsye,
Dave and I were sorry to hear about your loss, may God Bless you and your family.
Dave & Fern Francis
Karla Ewert
July 29, 2010
Betyse my dear friend, you know Lisa and I will always fondly remember Phil for his "accidental" attention to a little gray Toyota! You two took great care of Lisa in an important time in her life. Phil made us all smile and will be missed. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Lisa sends her love along with mine.
July 29, 2010
Betsye, Randy, Char and Family,
So soory to learn this morning of Phil's passing. HE was a source of joy and laughter to all of us, and he will bring the same to all in his next life! Craig, Kerry and the Kelley Family
July 29, 2010
Betsye & family, So sorry to hear about your loss. It is never easy to accept this. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you. Linda Alumbaugh, Boise, ID
Andy Miller
July 29, 2010
The Paragas Family -- Phil, Bets, Randy, Char -- were so good to my family in Omaha and a big influence on my life. Phil was my first real basketball coach; he sold my mom the yellow 1980 Pontiac Phoenix I learned to drive standard on.I met Marcia Wallace at their place and talked to Phil about my Dad when no one else would.
He was a good one.
Jim Miller
July 29, 2010
Betsye, Randall and Charlotte. I wanted to express my sincere sympathy to each of you on the great loss of your husband and father. Phil was such a social and happy person and his vivacious personality rubbed off on everyone. May the fond memories you share of all the fun and good times together be of comfort to you at this most difficult of times.
July 29, 2010
Betsy and family,
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Phil will be missed by family and friends. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time.
Carolyn Seckington Eaton and family
Cozad
July 29, 2010
Betsye and family - So sorry to hear the bad news about Phil's passing. We all look forward to a long and healthy retirement, but some of us just won't make it. It is a lesson learned that we should focus more on enjoying each day given to us so that when it is our turn, we have enjoyed some of the things and people that mean the most to us. It has been over ten years since I last saw you two at our 40th reunion. Although Phil was struggling somewhat then, his smile and laugh were as remembered years prior to that. I'd like to think of him as pulling up in that '57 Chevy in your driveway in Creston with his buddies ready to shoot some more hoops in your driveway and cast admiring looks your way once again. You have been strong through all of this for him and that reflects so positively on your character and love for him. All I can do now is pass on my favorite Biblical passage to you (Psalm 46:1) : 'God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.' Keep that thought close these next few months as you try to put your life back together and lean on Him to get you and the family through all this. Both Judy and myself will have you in our thoughts and prayers. Your old H.S. friend, Jerry Cozad
Karin Waggoner
July 29, 2010
Betsye, I am so sorry for your loss. I forgot you had a unique spelling of your name. Phil was a great man!
Marcia Fulton
July 28, 2010
Bets,
I am so sorry. I know we planned such a different tale for our golden years. I don't know how to put over 50 years of memories into an entry space. Betsye, you and Phil were such fun to watch over the years-truly you married your best friend. Phil fought so hard to come back from the loss of his leg. Eddie and I admired his courage, bravery,and his can do attitude. You, Randy, Char, and the grandchildren have our love, our prayers, and our willingness to be there when you need us.
Stephen Tuosto
July 28, 2010
Betsye, I sure we will all be together again someday, but for now we share your sorrow. I always enjoyed you and Phils company. Steve Tuosto and Jenny McCarthy
Dianne Jones
July 28, 2010
Oh, Betsy, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of grief and in the days to come. May God comfort you in the shadow of His wings.
Karin Waggoner
July 28, 2010
Grandpa Phil was the greatest man! He loved his family so much...I'll never forget the first time I met him. I used to love having him stop in to say hi at the office. Couldn't see worth a darn but always looked you in the eye anyway. He will be missed. My prayers to Betsy and the rest of his beautiful family. Grandpa Phil was one of a kind. True gentleman!
July 28, 2010
Phil, It was such a great pleasure to know you. I am truly honered to have been your friend. I promise to help watch over your family as they are all so special.
Your friend Jeff Schrier
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