Thomas A. Paul

With the Lord's grace, Thomas A. Paul, 85, peacefully passed away on June 14, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

Born on December 5, 1938, at the Sewickley Valley Hospital in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. Thomas was the son of August and Valeria (Rybka) Paul. He was preceded in death by his twin sisters, Eileen C. Paul and Eleanor J. Paul, and his daughter-in-law Tracey L. Paul.

Tom shared 61 wonderful years with his beloved wife, Dianne (Hatt) Paul. He was a devoted father to Ronald Paul (Tracey) and James Paul (Jennifer). He was a proud grandfather to Rachel Erdos (Christopher), Andrew Paul (Bethanie), and Taylor Paul, and a delighted great-grandfather to Evelyn, Rebecca, Heidi, and Grant.

Tom served honorably as a Private First Class in the United States Army. He was stationed at Fort Dix, New Jersey, and was part of the 172nd Infantry Brigade. During the Cold War, he was deployed to Hamburg, Germany, and was decorated as a Sharpshooter (Rifle) and received the Good Conduct Medal.

After his military service in 1959, Tom joined his father at the A.F. Paul Company, a steel business specializing in the machining and manufacturing of thrust rings. As a master machinist, he brought exceptional skill and dedication to the company leading him to become president and owner in 1981. He cherished the opportunity to work closely with his sons, sisters, and wife, making it a true family enterprise for nearly 70 years.

Tom had a passion for traveling, venturing to Penfield for hunting and vacationing, on cross-country car trips with his boys, and more distant places like Alaska and Israel. He was also an outdoor enthusiast, regularly tending to his yard and vegetable garden, camping, and crafting archery bows and participating in the Boy Scout Canoe Trails Program. Tom especially loved sharing these experiences and making wonderful memories with family and friends.

Tom was an active member of the Clinton Wesleyan Church. Above all, he demonstrated his deep love for Jesus in his value of time with loved ones. He was a gentle soul that adored his family and cherished moments together, especially during birthdays and holidays. His family will always carry his memory in their hearts.

Visitation will be held at the R.D. Copeland Funeral Home, 981 Brodhead Road, Moon Twp on Tuesday (6/18) from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 pm. Wednesday a visitation will be held at the Clinton Wesleyan Church from 10 - 11 am followed by funeral services at 11 am. Burial will commence with military honors at the Coraopolis Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Clinton-Wesleyan Church, 1022 Clinton Road, P.O. Box L, Clinton, PA 15026