Anonymous Excerpts From The Book Of Paul
"One thing I always admired was how you never took things too seriously. Even in tough moments, you could laugh at yourself and get everyone else laughing with you."
"His passing leaves a silence that feels unreal, the kind that arrives when someone who filled space with light is suddenly gone."
"You were unforgettable for all the right reasons."
"You always had your finger on the pulse and were totally 'in the know.'"
"Your energy and enthusiasm. Your directness and vision."
"Paul was love and energy personified."
"He made every moment matter, and gave anyone in his orbit a reason to smile, relax, and find the joy."
"He always took me seriously while somehow managing to remind me not to take myself so seriously."
"You saw in me something that I didn't know I had and encouraged me at a time in my life when I was really struggling."
"I'm sure, as it did for me, your positivity was passed on to others and radiated out from all the people you crossed paths with."
"Working with you helped me get back on my feet and gave me just a little hope for mankind."
"I'm sitting here in both profound sadness and shock, but also with a smile on my face thinking of you."
"Thank you for being one of the warmest people I've met in New York City."
"Your insights of the industry and life in general are invaluable."
"Thank you for motivating me to play soccer again. I thought I was done playing soccer until I met you."
"You were always such a bright, energetic, and fun spirit to the team."
"You accepted criticism and gave constructive advice but always did it with a smile."
"Your mark has left an everlasting impression on all our youth and we'll do our best to continue with the same message."
"Paul was never hateful and showed only care for the team he loved."
"Every time I have been around you, it was like having my best friend around / father around."
"You gave me such a love for the game and for life."
"You always believed in my ability as a player and without you I would not be the player I am today."
"Paul was brightness in motion."
"The last message I ever received from you was, 'I'll be there for you, these five words are true.'"
"Your loyalty, your heart, and your belief in others were unwavering."
"Thank you for being an amazing colleague. You are always there to answer questions and provide support."
"Thank you for the glimpse of love, joy, charisma and easy way of being around others and how you make them feel."
"His wise words were 'it's always a first time, I will show you the way '."
"He was not only great at what he did, but the life of the party and always made work fun, he had a passion that was infectious and had a talent for bringing out the best in others."
"Paul was the kindest, most generous person I ever met. Generous of spirit, brimming with ideas and wanting to connect me with this or that person, always seeing the light somewhere when I sometimes could not."
"You always greeted me with an amazing smile, and I will never forget your kindness or the thoughtful feedback you shared with me."