Name: Calling hours for Paul W. Park Jr.
Start: 2019-01-31T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-02-01T01:00:00.000Z
Location: Walker Funeral Home & Crematory - Sylvania

Paul W. Park, Jr.

Paul W. Park, Jr. passed away peacefully on January 27, 2019 at Kingston Residence of Sylvania surrounded by family and friends.

Paul was born in Norwalk, Ohio to Paul and Mildred (Hall) Park on April 24, 1926. On September 20, 1947 he married the love of his life, Gloria (Stanislawski), who preceded him in death on March 3, 2013.

He served in the United States Navy during World War II as a Petty Officer in the South Pacific. Shortly after returning from the war he began building an independent insurance agency thriving today under the leadership of his two sons, Jim and Tom, and his grandson, Jim, Jr. At 92, he continued to come into his office on a daily basis until a few weeks prior to his passing. Park and Company Insurance and his family's participation was a great source of pride to Paul.

Paul was a family man devoted not only to his immediate family, but also to his niece, nephews and all their children as well. He enjoyed a particularly close and lifelong relationship with his brother Dick.

He and Gloria enjoyed a vibrant social life with many close friends, especially John & Nancy Brenner who were by their sides to the end.

Paul loved and appreciated music, particularly traditional Jazz, and knew many of the more accomplished local musicians. He frequently listened to them perform, sometimes at impromptu jam sessions held in his own living room.

Paul was an active member of First Congregational Church for over fifty years. In December 2018, Paul was recognized by the Masonic Brotherhood for 70 years of service.

He will be remembered for his gregarious nature, intelligence and sense of humor. He was an ally and first call to countless clients and friends.

Paul is survived by his loving children, James Paul (Jennifer) Park, Thomas Richard Park, Paula Park and grandchildren James Paul Park, Jr., Allison (Kyle) Wippert and great-grandson Cole Wippert.

Friends and family may call at the Walker Funeral Home, 5155 Sylvania Ave on Thursday, January 31, 2019 from 2:00 – 8:00 pm and Friday from 12:00-1:30pm. The funeral is at 2:00pm Friday.

In lieu of flowers, the family wishes, if you so choose, to make a contribution to your favorite charity in memory of Paul. Condolences may be shared with the family at walkerfuneralhomes.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Blade from Jan. 30 to Jan. 31, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Park

11 Entries

Marianne Hewlett Hutchinson

February 2, 2019

Jim, Tom, Paula and family,
We are sorry your Dad has passed on. We shared so many years together in Old Orchard including many fond and fun memories. I was happy to see Jim at our DeVilbiss reunion. Prayers for your Dad and your family at this time.

February 1, 2019

So sorry for your loss.Larry and Lynda Hunt Riggs

Barbara Longenbarger

February 1, 2019

Your father was the first to greet us when we first attended First Congregational Church. We were awed as we walked through those big front doors to hear a solo by Jerry Masters that morning. The doors weren't closed behind us when your father approached us smiling with extended hand saying, "Welcome to First Congregational Church. I'm Paul Park." An amazing man who was married to an amazingly friendly woman. They're both missed! My sympathy to you all but take comfort in that he lives within you and your children.

Chris Basilius

January 31, 2019

Our condolences to your family. A pleasure to have known Paul. Prayers for your family.

January 30, 2019

My condolences for your loss. May fond memories and the love of family and friends comfort you during this difficult time. Jeremiah 29:11.

Richard Ellis

January 30, 2019

My wife worked closely with him at the agency and always spoke very highly of him as a mentor and a man.
He gave me a great impression as a human being and an example of how to keep active, vital and relevant into old age.
RIP Paul.

Tom Strohbeck

January 30, 2019

When I began performing with the Chefs at Sodbusters, Paul was one of the first persons to introduce himself and make me and my wife feel welcome. I have many cherished memories of him and his support for the band. Truly a great man.
Tom and Deb Strohbeck

Sue Savage

January 30, 2019

Jim, Tom, and Paula,
When we bought our home in 1974, we had no idea what wonderful neighbors we were getting in your mother and father. They just couldn't have been nicer to us and our children - who added much noise to their quiet surroundings, but no complaints from them. Your dad was such a good guy, and we enjoyed seeing him in recent years at The Andersons and at The Blade parties with Tom. He always had a smile, and a remembrance of times past. His obit and story tell it all - Paul was just a friendly man who took his responsibilities seriously and gave his all to his family and friends. We leave tonight to visit our son abroad, and regret that we cannot express our sympathy to you in person. Know that we keep all your family in our prayers. Bob and Sue Savage

Carla and Dick Lies

January 30, 2019

We are sorry for your loss. Paul was such a great man, He will live on in our memories forever. Our heartfelt condolences to the Park family.

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