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Paul Bostrom Obituary

ORANGEBURG - Mr. Paul E. Bostrom passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2009, at his residence.

Mr. Bostrom is survived by his wife, Lila Bostrom and 3 children, Paul Stephen Bostrom (Theresa) of West Columbia, Cathy B. Stroman of St. Petersburg, FL, and Valerie A. Bostrom of Orangeburg. He is also survived by 5 grandchildren, Lisa Ankney (Shane) of Sneads Ferry, NC, Paul S. Bostrom Jr. of Austin, TX, Nicole Doremus (Jason) of Columbia, Kimberly Stroman of Tampa, FL, and Kaitlin Claire Shuler of Orangeburg and 4 great-grandchildren.

Mr. Bostrom was born in Chicago, IL, in 1920, to Gustav and Hannah Bostrom. He was preceded in death by a daughter, Janice Claire Bostrom, 1 brother and 2 sisters.

Visitation will be held Thursday, January 15th at Dukes-Harley Funeral Home in Orangeburg from 6 to 8 p.m.

Details for a memorial service will be forthcoming.



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Published by The State on Jan. 15, 2009.

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Rebecca and Danny Sibley

January 16, 2009

Lila, Valerie, Steve, and Cathy,
Paul was a precious man of God and we will all miss him. He loved in a way that made you feel you were so special! Thanks for sharing him with many of us over the years. Jennifer and John Paul send their love and prayers for you too. They loved Mr. Paul.
love,
Rebecca, Danny, Jennifer, John Paul, Laurie, Isaiah, and Robbie Sibley

Susie Lynch

January 15, 2009

Steve,
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike & Susie

Bob & Deb Rees

January 15, 2009

Dear Steve, Theresa, Paul and family,
We're very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers for God's comfort and peace.

Mollie Dent

January 15, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Wanda Blackmon

January 15, 2009

Very sorry to hear of your loss. God bless you and your family during this time of sorrow.

Dolly & Terry Byrd

January 15, 2009

May the Lord comfort you and your family during this time of sorrow.
We will keep you in our prayers and thoughts.

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