Paul Solomon

Paul Solomon Paul Solomon of Lacey, Washington, died May 29, 2012, after a brief illness following the loss of his wife Roberta, almost a year ago. Paul was born in Seattle on February 2, 1926, the son of Joseph and Hattie Ann (Brashen) Solomon. He graduated from Franklin High School and entered the US Army to serve in the European Theater during World War II, earning his Combat Infantryman Badge as a marksman, and also a Good Conduct Medal. He was very proud of his military service. Upon return, Paul graduated from the University of Washington in Seattle, where he went on to earn his law degree. After a long and honorable career working as an assistant attorney general for the state, mostly with the Washington State Liquor Control Board, he retired in 1993. In his younger days, he was an avid skier, including earning National Ski Patrol certification. After he met Roberta (Pody), they moved to a house in Lacey in 1970, to raise their family. He was active and involved with numerous family priorities, including serving as PTA President, on the curriculum advisory board, and as Vice President of Temple Beth Hatfiloh in Olympia. He also volunteered for several years as an advisor for the Community Accountability Board for at-risk youth. After retirement, he also worked as a court appointed arbiter, and contributed his time as an enthusiastic volunteer "watchdog" at his grandchildren's school, a census taker, poll worker, and citizen bailiff at the local courthouse. Paul was a true sports fan, cheering on his beloved Huskies, Mariners, and Seahawks. He was a genuinely caring man and prided himself on being a dedicated husband, involved father, and devoted grandfather. He will truly be missed by his family and all of those who knew him. Paul is survived by daughter, Stacy (Solomon) Lappin, son-in-law Nathan Lappin, grandchildren, Raymond Joseph Lappin, Olivia Zoe Lappin, and Samuel Benjamin Lappin, of Puyallup; daughter, Paula Solomon Farber, son-in-law George Farber, granddaughter Shaina Pearl Farber of Federal Way; son, Jerry Solomon of Las Vegas; brother, Orley Solomon of Seattle; sister, Marsha (Solomon) Hirsh of Tucson, Arizona; and many nieces and nephews. A small service was held graveside at Masonic Memorial Park in Tumwater for immediate family and friends. The family suggests memorial donations be made to the Make a Wish Foundation, Community Youth Services of Thurston County, Temple Beth Hatfiloh in Olympia, or the charity of your choice. Please leave remembrances at www.FuneralAlternatives.org Arrangements are with Funeral Alternatives of Washington 360-753-1065.