Paul D. Howryla

January 31, 1956 - October 24, 2011
Paul D. Howryla

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Paul Douglas Howryla, 55, of Wilmington passed away Monday, October 24, 2011.

He was born on January 31, 1956 in Butler, PA, where he grew up and graduated from Butler Senior High School . He was an active Boy Scout and was awarded the honor of being an Eagle Scout. Paul served in the Army National Guard and was retired from General Electric Air Craft Engines.

Remembered is his daughter, Lynette Messick who preceded him in death.
Paul is survived by his wife, Rosemary Howryla; daughter, Marylee Reaume and son-in-law Gabriel Reaume; his parents, Michael and Arlene Howryla of Butler, PA; sister, Joyce Sheakley and husband
Baxter, and brother, Rick Howryla and wife Carol.; many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.

The family will see friends from 6 to 8 pm Friday at Wilmington Funeral and Cremation Chapel, 1535 S 41st St., Wilmington, NC.
A memorial mass will be 10 am Saturday, October 29, 2011 at St. Therese Catholic Catholic Church, 207 S. Lumina Ave., Wrightsville Beach, NC.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to Cape Fear Community College Marine Science Program 411 N. Front St., Wilmington, NC 28401.

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Wilmington Funeral and Cremation, 1535 S. 41st Street, Wilmington,NC 28403 791.9099


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  • October 28, 2011
    Allison Rankin says:
    Dear Rosemary, I am so sorry for your loss. I'm praying for you and your family. God's peace, Allison

  • October 28, 2011
    Jimmy & Leslie Phillips says:
    Dear Rosemary, We are so sorry to learn of Pauls passing. We will always remember the way he brought treats for our dogs and stopped to talk with us during his walks around the 'hood. He was a generous, sweet man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jimmy & Leslie, Jake and Sassy

  • October 28, 2011
    Jane & Bob Rock says:
    Rosemary, Marylee, Arlene, Mike, Joyce, Baxter, Rick, Carol and families; So sorry to hear of Paul's passing. We will continue to keep you all in our prayers asking that God will comfort and support you at this time.

  • October 28, 2011
    Beth Gray Strickland says:
    Rosemary, I am so sorry to hear of Paul's passing. May the Lord grant to you and your family His perfect peace that passes all of our understanding. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Beth

  • October 28, 2011
    Katy Leitch says:
    Dear Rosemary and Family: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I want you to know that my heart is with you during this time of such great loss. You and Paul had a love for each other that was beautiful. You were each other’s spouses, friends, confidants and soul mates. I am so glad that you had each other for so many years. I watched over the years as you took such wonderful and selfless care of him. Thank You for allowing my family and myself to be a part of your lives. He was a good man, husband, father and grandfather. Paul will be greatly missed. Please know that the girls and I are here for you if you need anything. I love you my dear friend. Sincerely, Katy Leitch