(1933-2008) - After a lengthy illness, Paul died peacefully with his family at his side on Monday, September 8, 2008. Beloved husband and best friend of Jessie. He was the love of her life. Loving father of Paula Hooper (Tom) and Nancy Wissell (Wayne). Proud grandfather of Meagan Anning (T.J. Robinson), Lindsay Spina (Sonny) and Alicia Anning. Special great 'Grandpa Paul' to Gabriel Paul Anning and Ella Robinson. Survived by his sisters Gilberte Lamothe (late Leo), Geraldine Malcolm (late Stewart), Theresa Daigle (Fernand) and his brother Maurice (late Theresa). He was pre deceased by his sisters Rita Gauthier (Gerald) and Jean Noel (late Jacques). Brother-in-law and dearest friend of Betty Owen (late Bob), Roberta and George Miller, Nancy and Dennis Durocher and Jimmy Innes (late Hetty). He will be sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews. Paul retired from the Sault Ste. Marie Police Force in 1988 with the rank of Detective Sergeant. He was an avid outdoorsman, gardener and self taught musician. At Paul's request, cremation has taken place. Family and friends are invited to visit and 'Celebrate Paul's Life' at the Northwood Funeral Home (942 Great Northern Road 945-7758) on Friday, September 12, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. until time of Memorial Service in the Chapel at 11:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made to the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated by the family. Special thanks to the wonderful, caring staff of the Sault Area Hospital-Plummer Site Transitional Care Unit, 3rd Floor.
