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Paul Kanter Obituary
Camarillo, CA
July 12, 1948 - March 1, 2017
Paul Kanter passed away at home on March 1, 2017 after a long bout with cancer. He was born on July 12, 1948 in Culver City as the only child to Ruben and Gertrude Kanter. Paul was 69.
Paul taught physics and chemistry at Agoura High School for over 40 years. Students enjoyed his unique gift for explaining complex science problems in such a way that they could understand. His passion for teaching motivated him to teach well into his retirement and into the early days of his treatment.
Paul loved to tell stories with his guitar and has amassed a long library of his own original music. He was influenced by Bob Dylan and Gordon Lightfoot, and you can truly hear Paul's soul speaking as he intertwined finger picking and storytelling.
Paul loved nature. In his youth he was an avid backpacker and explored the country's national parks and mountain ranges to find his peace in the high country. As his family grew, Paul brought his kids out into the ocean and taught them all to surf. When he wasn't talking about teaching, or playing guitar, Paul spoke of chasing the perfect wave. His ride of choice was his body board.
Paul is survived by his wife Dominique, daughter Nicole and three sons Eric, Michael, and Jaesen. Paul was a grandparent to 4 grandchildren who will remember him as a teacher, a musician, a surfer, and a man who loved his family.
A memorial service is planned for early April. Arrangements are under the care of the JOSEPH P. REARDON FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICE, 757 E. Main Street, Ventura.
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Michel Deffense
March 8, 2023
Only few days ago I was talking about Paul to one of my brothers since my other brother living in Sevilha is dying of bone cancer. Last time i saw Paul catching waves at Leo was painful to me how he was having hard time just getting into his car. Miss him at the line up sharing waves .Michel Deffense
Michel Deffense
March 7, 2022
He was truly a dawn patrol catching waves until few surfers would join him, I was one of them, i did enjoy his company. I saw him catch his last wave when I knew he was having trouble just getting out ocean and very slowly getting into his car by himself, despite his refusal to help him get to his car..
We loved listening to his music live , have few of his cd's , amazing talent , We miss you.
Michel Deffense
June 5, 2017
Paul will be missed by the dawn patrol surfers that respected him not only how good he was catching waves with his boogie board ,helmet ,gloves but also sharing his life experiences with surfer friends. I saw him catching his last wave at Leo and knew his cancer was getting best of him. Loved listening to his style of music live and listening to his CDs
May God be with you till we meet again.
Your dawn patrol surfer friend
Michel and co boogie boarder Sharon Deffense
From Samoa ,village Tuasive , Island Savaii
Herb Feinman
March 23, 2017
My condolences to all of the family. Paul was a terrific teacher who always had the best interests of his students foremost in his mind. As a counselor at Agoura High for the many years we worked together I always felt confident that the students enrolled in his classes would have the opportunity for a great education if they were willing to put forth the effort. His passing at such a young age is truly sad and I share your loss. sincerely, Herb Feinman
Dottie Wahl
March 12, 2017
To The Family of Paul Kanter,
I am saddened to hear of Paul's death. Paul was a wonderful friend to me when I worked in the Attendance Office at Agoura High. Each morning Paul would come through the Office with a smile and a comment which always made me laugh. My husband and I and our son Michael saw Paul perform at the Rabbit Hole in Agoura Hills. Such a talented and gifted song writer and musician.
Dottie Wahl
Agoura High
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