Edward Joseph Paul

69 – Eskasoni

With great sadness, we regret to announce the passing of Edward Joseph Paul, age 69 of Eskasoni who passed away in his home on Tuesday, November 3, 2015.

Born in Sydney, he was the son of the late Stephen J. and Annie (Marshall) Paul. Edward was a member of Holy Family parish.

Edward started out as a woodcutter and took great pride in his work as a carpenter and painter employed with the Eskasoni Band, a trade he carried on before owning and operating Paul’s Convenience in Eskasoni along with his former wife and business partner. Although he was a humble and quiet man who enjoyed playing his guitar at home and playing cards, Edward also loved to share a laugh with his family, friends and particularly his lifelong friend Charlie Morris.

He is survived by his daughter Ruby and Stephanie who he raised lovingly from birth. Edward will be missed by his sisters Madeline Morris (Adrian), Mary Victoria Francis, Pauline Morris (Charlie). Edward took great pride in the accomplishments of his grandchildren, Everette, Francine, Nadine, Hugh, Kris, Stephen, Maureen, Celine, Evander, Seven and his ‘Kwis’ Braedon. Edward was a proud great grandfather to Anderson, Maira, Grace Kelly and baby Doug. He was also proud of his godchildren Troy Francis, Peter Doerfer and his many nieces, nephews, and his extended family in Membertou.

Besides his parents, Edward was predeceased by his former wife and lifelong friend Frances, a sister Nancy, brothers, Stephen Paul, Andrew Johnson and Nicholas Paul, whom he missed deeply. He was also predeceased by grandchildren Colleen and Christian as well as by his beautiful godchild Anita Morris, whom he loved dearly.

Visitation for the late Edward Joseph Paul will begin on Sunday, November 8 after 7 pm at Gabriel Center, Eskasoni. Funeral mass will be celebrated at 10:30 am on Tuesday, November 10 at Holy Family Church with Reverend Angus MacDougall officiating. Interment will be held at a later date.

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