May 23, 2018


Gerald (Gerry) passed away at the age of 90 in Port Angeles, WA Hospital on Wednesday, May 9, 2018 after a brief illness. He was the son of the late John William and Maude Matilda Paul of Halifax, NS.

Gerry joined the Canadian Army (RCEME) in 1948 studying electronics. Upon his release from the army, Gerry worked for a couple of Canadian companies in his elected field before relocating to California to further his career. While in California, he and his wife Ruby attended night classes at Universities in the Los Angeles area with Ruby obtaining her Bachelor’s Degree and Gerry going on to obtain his Master’s Degree. He moved up within Lytton Industries retiring in 1992 in the position of Senior Scientist

After retiring, Ruby and Gerry moved back to Canada to Marble Lake, Ontario on a property they were owners of in 1956. Building their dream home, they became very active in community life enjoying golf, card playing (bridge in particular) and enjoying the company of numerous friends they felt fortunate to associate with. He was always available to help the young people in the area and also found time to participate in Legion functions. He and Ruby loved golf and were very fond of the local nine hole golf course, Hunter’s Creek. Hoping to spend their latter years taking it easy, they had a desire to spend that time in Sequim, WA, an area known for a moderate climate and easy living. Unfortunately, Ruby became ill and the dream was put on hold. They elected to relocate to Uxbridge, ON to be near Ruby’s family. Ruby passed away in January 2008.

After Ruby’s death, Gerry decided to live their dream and moved to Sequim and resided there until his death. While in Sequim, Gerry was very active enjoying some golf, playing and teaching Bridge. He kept active in various activities and made numerous friends in that community.

He is survived by his brother Edward, numerous nieces and nephews as well as the many friends who he remained close to over the years. He will be missed by all of us who have known him as a great brother, uncle and friend.

There will not be any service at Gerry’s request.

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