Post  retirement  get together! RON , PAUL, Bill, JOHN 

My sincere condolences to the Temple family.
I worked with Paul at United from 1967 until my retirement in 2001.  Paul was optimistic, funny, an excellent mechanic, a people person and someone you could count on and trust.  I watched him give countless roasts.  Then it was my turn.  Paul gave me a typed copy, which I still have.  I asked him where he acquired all the information about me, he smiled and said, “ from your buddy Al Stutz.”  That was Paul, many good memories.  He will be missed.
Sincerely, 
Bob Griem

Sorry to hear about Paul, and shocked. I just talked with him a few weeks ago, on the phone! We had some laughs about 'old times' at work, the good and the bad. Not to mention the retirement party's  at work,the 'roasts' ,the cards,and all the cakes that Judy made over the years, thank you! You will be remembered! 

Well, all I can say is that Heaven got a good one on the team this time. 
I have no doubt that he’s looking down on us and smiling at the outpouring of the well deserved accolades from his multitude of friends, both personal and UAL.  
I could go on and on about how great of a person, co-worker and Christian he was but I’d just be repeating what everyone else has said. 
I’ll just say “+10” on all that. 
Miss you buddy, you’ve earned your Heavenly reward by living the life the way you did 
God Speed “PRIMO”, and KCJ922 

To the best friend , teacher , mechanic a person could ever known I haved learn so many things from you which has made me a better mechanic and also a better person. As I write this condolence tears come to my eyes of what a great person you are. You were one of the Best so  God bless you and see you in heaven.

You friend Joe Schaffer 

The first time me and Dey brought your great grandson Oliver to you we will never forget how precious that moment was. I will always strive to be the best dad you were to my dad and the moments you taught me. 

We love you Pepa

You are the reason your great grandson loves board games and he will always remember playing in the basement with you. 

When being told of Pepa’s passing Ethan told me that he was being taken care of by god and Jesus. 

We love you Pepa and will always miss you

                                                             
     I worked with Paul from the late 60's to 2001.  Always the eternal optimist, he was fun to work with.  He was an excellent aircraft mechanic.
     Paul had a wicked sense of humor and did a great job roasting us at our retirement parties.  As a prolific E-mailer, he continued to entertain us in our retirement years as well.
     Thanks for the memories Paul!  My deepest sympathy to the Temple family.

Sometimes in life you a gifted to share part of your journey with people who set an example worth emulating - Paul was definitely such a person!  His skill, knowledge, and integrity as craftsman are impressive by any measure but his willingness to share his vast expertise, mentor other techs, or volunteer to help out whether the task be high profile or routine cleanup reflects a work ethic and ethos that firmly enshrine him as one of the best of the best.   

As if being one of the “hangar humps”(a rare group of Techs who were relied upon and did indeed sort through the most complex and labor intensive problems day in day out) was not enough, Paul was always a sought out and reliable resource to represent his coworkers where contract issues arose.  The testament to his judgment, knowledge, and integrity on work rules, discipline, etc was demonstrated regularly with the respect his input garnered from both his peers and the management team.  

On the surface Paul is a serious man, seriously skilled, seriously dedicated to his craft and coworkers yet that demeanor was a sheath that held a razor honed wit and humor that stoically dissected many a retiree’s career in hilarious detail - often discovering/ revealing truths only known by a rare few.  

I’m better as an aviation tech, co-worker, unionist, person, and humorist for the luck of working with and around Paul.  While rest was never a defining part of your life nor I suspect the better place you occupy now - there is no doubt you will add peace there as you have done here for so many! 

we were very shocked to hear of Pauls passing. Mavis and I both counldn't beleive it .  Paul and Judy have been great friends to us . Condolences to the Temple family.    Paul will be very much missed.

Condolences to  all. Paul I will always remember your voice and hardy laughter across the hangar.

I didn’t really work with Paul since he was always on a different shift and different location but it didn’t ever seem to matter because Paul considered everyone a friend.  When the word got out that Paul was going to speak over a mechanic that was retiring, guys were tripping over each other to hear what Paul was going to say about them.  I enjoyed many packed rooms of laughing mechanics when Paul unleashed a weapons grade roast on retirees.  So many fond memories at the big U with Paul.  My condolences to the Temple  family….. May the Lord bless you and keep you, may His face shine upon you and give you peace.  God Bless  Amen

So very sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. He was a very special person in my life both as a very good mechanic that I learned a lot from but more importantly he taught me how to be a better man myself. Paul was compassionate ,understanding and he was a person I could go to for advice anytime day or night. 
Paul I will miss you greatly but I will never forget the stories and advice you have given me.
Rest In Pease my friend

Dennis DeWeerdt


We were shocked to learn of Paul’s passing.  Our condolences to his family.  He was a great friend and co-worker.  He always did a great job roasting all of his fellow retirees.  He will be dearly missed.

It’s been so many years, but I remember Paul and Judy when our kids were little we would go down the street and play cards while the kids played, My husband Ron Totterdale always had the highest regard for Paul and his family I am sorry for you loss

Paul,I am so thankfull for your freindship.No matter was going on good or bad,you always showed your knowledge,your compassion and frienship.YOU ARE THE BEST

Mike DeLuca

So sorry to hear of Paul's passing.  Even thou I haven't seen him in several years, I have many good memories of working with him and 
listening to his " roasts "  of previous retirees as MC. He had a great sense of humor and was talented in aircraft maintenance. He will be sorely missed.

Paul was a good friend and a great coworker.Learn many things from Paul. May he Rest In Peace.

I am sorry to hear of Paul's passing. I very much enjoyed working with Paul. He was knowledgeable and always friendly. My condolences to the Temple Family

Paul was a great person to know and a great employee to work with and I know he will be missed by everyone he came in contact with

I sadden to hear of Paul's passing. Iv'e known and worked with Paul at United, since the early sixties. He was one of my best friends and a superb  Aircraft Technician . We always had a good day working with Paul. My prayers go out to Paul and his family. God Bless all of you.
Jim Kulik

Paul was a true and caring gentleman. While I did not work with him , I was on a different shift, at UAL, I knew of him and talked  with him frequently. Sorry to see him leave us so soon. 

Paul was a true gentleman.  Always giving and thoughtful.  My condolences to Judy and family, prayers and my deepest sympathy.

My deep condolences to the Temple family, I  loved working with Paul and will always cherish the laughs shared.  

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Paul S. Temple

August 25, 1943 – October 9, 2022

Marengo-Union Funeral Home

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