William “Bill” D. Paul, Jr., 70, of Warren, PA. and formerly of
Frewsburg, New York, died peacefully in his sleep, Tuesday
morning, February 4, 2014 at his residence. He was born in
Jamestown, N.Y. to the late William D. Paul, Sr. and Lois Johnson
Paul Spacht. He was a 1961 graduate of Sherman Central High
School and a 40 year resident in Frewsburg, New York. He
moved to Warren 3 years ago. Bill was employed with Fairbank
Farms, Quality Markets and retired from Sysco. He owned and
operated Frewsburg Hotel for 8 years. He was a member of St.
Joseph R.C. Church, Warren, PA., Jackson Valley Golf Club where
he was assistant Chef for past 5 years. He was an avid member of
the Warren Y.M.C.A. where he enjoyed playing Pickle Ball and
Racquet Ball.
He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Rosann Lucia Paul whom
he married May 13, 1971 in Warren, PA. at St. Joseph R.C.
Church. 2 Sons – William D. Paul, III and wife, Erika of
Rochester, N.Y., Craig Paul and fiancé Katy, both of Buffalo, N.Y.,
12 Siblings, 1 granddaughter – Elizabeth Paul, 1 grandson –
Jonathan Paul both of Rochester, N.Y. , several nieces, nephews
and cousins also survive.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his
stepfather, Larry Spacht, 1 Brother.
Family will receive friends on Friday, February 7, 2014 from 5 to 8
P.M. at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street,
Warren, PA. where a vigil service will be conducted Friday
evening at 7:45 P.M.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted Saturday, February
8, 2014 at 10:00 A.M. at St. Joseph R.C. Church, 600 Pennsylvania
Avenue West, Warren, PA. by Fr. Richard J. Toohey, Pastor.
Interment will be in St. Joseph R.C. Cemetery. Those wishing to
place memorials may do so through St. Joseph Church
Educational Center Fund, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue West,
Warren, PA. 16365 or a charity of one’s choice.
Bill, Susan and Iwill miss you despite not seeing you much since 2009. Rest in peace my friend.
Our hearts aches for Roseann and family for their loss. Bill was loved by all who knew him and will be missed. We hadn’t seen him of late but will remember all the golf outings and good times. Rest in peace Billy.
Bill was a long time friend who I’ve known for many years. we spent alot of time on the Racquetball courts battling…. great competitor and wonderful human being. you will be missed my friend!
I am very sorry to read of your family’s loss. Our loving Heavenly Father knows the pain we suffer when we lose someone and he promises to heal those who are brokenhearted.(Psalm 34:18) I hope you will find comfort in God’s promise and in the many happy memories you all made and shared together.
Rosanne & family,
Sandra and I are so very sorry for your loss. We both have many fond memories of times spent with both of you. We are sure the Heavens will be learning many new golf games and dining on some fine cooking. You are all in our thoughts
Rosanne & family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Bill will be missed by all who knew him. It was great working with him at Sysco. I am truly blessed to have called him “friend”.