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Paul South Obituary
Hyde Park - Paul D. South, 61, a lifelong area resident, died on Friday, May 13, 2016, at the Stratton VA Medical Center in Albany.
Born November 5, 1954 in Poughkeepsie, he was the son of the late Frank E. and Elizabeth A. Tigar South. He attended the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park.
Paul proudly served in the United States Navy from 1976 to 1982, and was a member of the Disabled American Veteran's Chapter #160.
He worked as a chef at the former Skinners Bar and Restaurant in Poughkeepsie.
Mr. South liked collectibles and was active in a Coin Club and an Antique Bottle Club.
Paul enjoyed gardening, photography, working on his computer, and researching his family tree.
A member of the Hyde Park Baptist Church, he enjoyed greeting people at church services, attending bible studies, and helping out at the food pantry.
He loved to sing and was a member of the choir at the VA Nursing Home in Albany.
Mr. South is survived by two sisters, Deborah A. Bagatta and husband, Joseph, and Sandra Faison and husband, Mike; brother, Phillip South; several nieces, nephews, and great nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by two brothers, James and Doug South; and step-father, Harry Ferris.
In keeping with his wishes, cremation will take place at the convenience of the family.
Memorial visitation will be from 2 to 3 PM, Friday, May 20th at the Hyde Park Baptist Church, 10 Romans Rd, Hyde Park.
A Memorial Service will follow at 3 PM at the church.
Burial of his ashes will follow in the family plot in St. Peter's Cemetery, Poughkeepsie.
In lieu of flowers, Paul 's family respectfully requests memorial donations to the Albany Stratton VA Medical Center, Volunteer Service, 113 Holland Avenue, Albany, NY 12208, www.albany.va.gov
Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet's Funeral Home, Inc., Rte. 9, Hyde Park.
To send an online condolence, or for directions, please visit www.sweetsfuneral home.com
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Rachelle V
May 13, 2021
I remember Paul fondly. He was a sweet man. Singing and taking part in the Vets of Albany Choir, the bell group and the veteran competition, brought him so much joy.
Rachelle V
May 22, 2016
Paul was a kind man who always reached out to his fellow veterans on the nursing home unit in a personal way. "Amazing Grace" and "When you're Smiling" he loved to sing and so many more. Paul sang in the Vets of Albany choir. It was a way for him to connect with veterans that did not reside on the unit and to share in creativity and singing and all the positive aspects that go along with that experience. He also participated in the bell group and was delighted to know he could be successful by playing the shortest bells. Paul had a good sense of humor that he shared with everyone. I believe, despite his own physical challenges, being apart of these groups and supporting his fellow vets brought him much joy. I miss him, he brings a smile to my heart. Paul may you rest in peace and join the singing angels. Rachelle, Music Therapist
John McDonnell
May 19, 2016
My sympathies to Paul's family. I knew Paul for many years as I worked at the VA and now volunteer on the community living Center. Paul and I spent many hours playing cribbage, sharing recipes and cooking tips and talking about old movies. Paul was a kind and generous man who always looked out for the other vets and he will be missed. I will miss our conversations and his great sense of humor. May he rest in peace.
nancy myers
May 19, 2016
paul will be missed i was his home healyh aide for 10 years we became good friends he was very giving my condolenses to his family rest in peace paul nancy myers and family
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