Wednesday, August 20, 2025
For 28 years, Paul was my boss, mentor but most importantly a great friend. He made coming to work both enjoyable and fun. I learned so much from him and was afforded opportunities that I wouldn’t have without him. I am so appreciative of the years we had together. He was a very special, caring man that he the utmost respect for everyone. Paul was very conscientious and often worked extra hours to ensure projects stayed on time but routinely put his family first. He would make sure he was home for dinner and bed time when Brent, Krissy and Jenna were young. He would then return to the office and work most of the night making sure he was home for breakfast with them.
I have so many good memories of client meetings (one time getting dressed in the dark so as not to disturb Sylvia and arriving at the meeting wearing one brown shoe and one black shoe), executive meetings, proposals, winning projects, company events, baseball games, baby births, pink hair, supporting United Way by having his head shaved and many, many personal events. One time while Paul was travelling he came upon a gentleman that was down on his luck. Paul gave him money to get a meal. When the individual commented that he liked his shoes, Paul said he did too and unfortunately they were the only ones he had with him so had to keep them. Otherwise he would have given them as well.
Paul, I will miss you being a part of my life. Take care my friend, until we meet again.
Michelle
