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Paul BOBITZ Obituary
Paul Bobitz of Lake Worth, FL, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2015, at the age of 57. Born in Harrisburg, PA, in 1957 to John and Pauline Bobitz, he served as 82nd Airborne in The US Army Band and held a BA in music and jazz guitar from Combs College of Music in Philadelphia, PA. Paul was proficient on many instruments, including guitar, banjo, piano, clarinet and saxophone. He performed alone and with groups locally, and taught music both through the school system in Palm Beach County and privately through his company, Allegro Music. A lively and active man of many interests, Paul was involved in the Toastmasters Club, the Improv Theater Groupof West Palm Beach, organic gardening and church gatherings. Paul enjoyed his family; he was good father, grandfather, husband, brother, and friend. He now re-joins his wife of 28 years, Elizabeth Bobitz, his son George, his father, mother and sister. Paul is survived by daughters, Norah Bobitz Finnell of Lantana and Hannah Bobitz of Lake Worth; and sister, Toni Stepp of New Cumberland, PA. A Memorial Service will be held at the South Florida National Veterans Cemetery in Lake Worth, FL, on Monday, April 13 at 10:30AM. The family requests that any Memorial Donations be sent to "Boys Town of South Florida".
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Laura Bardfield
May 8, 2015
So shocked and saddened to read the news. Paul and I were practicing music together for about 6 months before I had to get renovations done in the house in Jan., 2015, and when they finished in April, I tried to reach him. Can anyone call me to find out the daughter's phone number? Laura Bardfield (561)331-8188
Liberty Gilmore
April 6, 2015
Forever in our hearts. Your grandson will always know what a wonderful person you were.
Jane Etter
April 6, 2015
I was priviledged to know Paul for over 40 years, since he and Elizabeth first started dating - so long ago & yet too short ago. He always had a smile or kind word, always saw the bright side, was always ready to help & teach, share & learn. I will miss him.
Patrice
April 6, 2015
It is a blessing that I got to know such a talented, funny, warmhearted man. Almost 6 years of memories from fun and crazy car rides to trying to be sneaky teenagers [which didn't always work] I can truly say my best friend has one hell of a dad! I remember some mornings Paul would play music bright and early and it always seemed to be the mornings Hannah and I would wake up with a hangover [maybe he knew when we were drinking lol] When I was a younger I always knew He loved music but it wasn't in till my 20's that it was obvious to me that it wasn't just love for music, Music was a part of him, it was his passion, it was his drive, Music was one of the main things that put that remarkable smile on his face. Paul, You are and will forever be loved and missed! Rest In Paradise <3
April 6, 2015
Codolences to all. Paul's enthusiasm for life, nature, honey bees, worms and so many other interests which Paul gravitated towards was always paired with his natural curiosity to learn and achieve.
Conversations and new ideas from Paul were always inspiring and will be missed. Paul's introduction into our lives was a pleasure and Paul will be remembered by us, most often with laughter, of adventures and new ventures shared with Paul.
Elise & Bill
April 6, 2015
Norah I'm truly sorry about the loss of your father. May the God of all comfort continue to strengthen you and your family while you heal- Isaiah 61:1,2
Norah Bobitz Finnell
April 5, 2015
Happy Easter everyone. My dad was such a generous, kind, and talented person; not to mention, he had the most hilarious way of telling a story.
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