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Garrett - Leon W. Paul, 74, of Garrett, walked through the open gates to his heavenly home surrounded by his family on March 27, 2019 at home. Born January 12, 1945 in Southampton Twp., son of Clarence and Leola (McKenzie) Paul. Preceded in death by parents and brother Doyle. Survived by his wife of 55 years, the former Dorothy Jane Walker who was his high school sweetheart; children: David married to the former Patricia Brougher, Lisa (Brad) Brown, both of Garrett, and Amy (Jeff) Brant, Berlin; grandchildren: Elizabeth Pyle, Melissa (Jonathon) Sloskey, Kayla (Joseph) Dean, Justin Paul, Jenavieve (Andrew) Fuoco, Melissa and Kristin Paul, Megan and Brady Brown, and Ashley Brant; great grandchildren: Jonathon Dean and Abigail Sloskey; brothers: Carl Edison (Doris), Berlin, and Dalton (Julie), Chambersburg; sister Kathy (David) Blough, Berlin; and sister-in-law Donna Paul, Berlin. He was a 1962 graduate of Berlin Brothersvalley High School and was the seventh generation owner of Clover Hill Farms. Member of Hay's (Mt. Zion) United Church of Christ where he held many offices, Hillcrest, Pomona, and State Granges where he also served in many offices, Berlin Brothersvalley Community Fair, Somerset County Beef Producers, and Dairy Farmers of America. Lifetime member of the Berlin Young Farmers. Past state FFA officer, state Young Farmers officer, and Agway committee member. He was the recipient of the Century and Bicentennial Farm Awards, and the Brothersvalley FFA Honorary Chapter Degree. He enjoyed farming, spending time with his grandchildren on the farm and attending their activities, going on cruises with his wife, and family gatherings. He also enjoyed driving his 1958 Chevrolet Impala and his John Deere "A" antique tractor. His battle with pancreatic cancer was short, his fight was hard, but his victory is won. Family will receive friends from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Deaner Funeral Home, Berlin. Viewing from 10 a.m. until service at 11 a.m. Saturday at Hay's (Mt. Zion) U.C.C. Pastor Keith Grimm and Rev. Tom Sprowls officiating. Interment Berlin I.O.O.F. Cemetery. Contributions may be given to Hay's (Mt. Zion) U.C.C., C/O Mary Engle, 580 Haysmill Rd., Meyersdale, PA 15552.
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Dalton Paul
March 28, 2019
To Dorothy Jane and Family:
Leon was a DELIGHTFUL Brother always providing Leadership and promoting Agriculture. He has set a LEGACY of Community Service which was EXEMPLARY as a "role-model" for others to follow. Well done, Brother Leon, and our PRAYERS and DEEPEST SPMPHATHIES to your Lovely Wife, Dorothy Jane, David, Lisa, Amy, extended families, siblings and numerous friends. You are now in your Heavenly Home with Brother Doyle and all of our Loved Ones.
With Love, Blessings and Prayers,
Brother Dalton and Julie
Chambersburg, PA 17201
Dalton Paul
March 28, 2019
Brother Leon,
Leon was a Leader in Agriculture and being a famer he touch the lives of many people throughout the world with producing food which is a necessity of life.
Leon was an OUTSTANDING Brother always putting other people ahead of himself. Our PRAYERS and SYMPATHIES to his Lovely Wife, Dorothy Jane, Children David, Lisa, Amy and his extended numerous family members along with his siblings. Leon will be GREATLY MISSED but never be FOREGOTTEN.
Brother Dalton and Julie Paul
Chambersburg, PA
Eugene & Ann Gantz (and on behalf of 1961-63 PA State FFA officers Team)
March 28, 2019
Had the privilege of serving with Len as a 1962-63 PA State FFA officers Team. The PA FFA Association was a better organization because of Leon's dedicated service.
He an Agricultural leader fine gentleman. Leon and his lovely wife Dorothy Jane were an outstanding couple. They were our friends.
May God rest his soul in Heaven!
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