Former
BJ transportation manager Paul Straits passed away Friday, December 16 in
Millersburg, where he attended high school.
Paul’s
obituary:
Paul R. Straits
passed away on December 16, 2016 after a brief illness with his family by his
side.He was born on January 26,1930 to Walter J. and Sue (Nye) Straits in
Millersburg, Ohio.
He was a 1948
graduate of Millersburg High School, served in the U.S. Navy, followed by six
years in the Naval Reserves and had a 37 year career at the Akron Beacon
Journal.
Paul enjoyed golfing,
fishing, watching golf and spending time with his family. He was a long time
member of Saint Hilary Catholic Church and volunteered on the Funeral Luncheon
Committee.
Paul is survived
by wife, Susie; and children, Beth (Bob) Forwark, Bruce (Tracie Lee)
Baumgardner, and Marty (Debbie) Baumgardner; also survived by grandchildren,
Andy (Brittany) Forwark,Eric Forwark, Bryan, Kelsey, Alison, and Jared
Baumgardner.
He was preceded in
death by his parents, brother, Walter J. Straits; sisters, Joann Straits, Ruth
Tillitski, and Mary Derr.
Calling hours will
be at Ciriello & Carr Funeral Home, 39 S. Miller Rd. in Fairlawn Tuesday,
December 27, from 6 until 9 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial 11 a.m. Wednesday,
December 28 at St. Hilary Catholic Church. Private interment at Standing Rock
Cemetery.
In lieu of
flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Charities Community
Services of Summit County, 812 Biruta St. Akron, OH 44307. 330-836-3100
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