Obituary: Richard L. Paul

Richard “Dick” Lee Paul (June 12, 1936 — December 28, 2024)

Richard “Dick” Lee Paul, 88, of Manchester passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, December 28, 2024. Richard’s family and friends will gather for visitation on Thursday, January 2, 2025, from 4pm to 7pm, at Eineder Funeral Homes — Manchester Chapel, and on Friday, January 3, 2025, at 10am, at Emanuel United Church of Christ in Manchester directly followed by the funeral service at 11am. Rev. Dr. Eugene Blair will serve as celebrant.

Richard was born on June 12, 1936, in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan, to Elmer William and Florence Marie Rose (Bauer) Paul. A 1954 graduate of Manchester High School, Richard married the love of his life, Arlene Marie Esch, on November 29, 1958, in Manchester, Michigan. Richard served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Germany for a time. He worked as an aircraft technician for Ford Motor Company for 30 years. He was a loved member of the community, being a lifelong member of Emanuel United Church of Christ in Manchester and of the American Legion. Richard worked his family farm and enjoyed gardening and hunting. He also greatly enjoyed traveling  and has been to all 50 states as well as many other countries. Richard especially loved spending time with family and will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather.

Richard will be missed by his loving wife of 66 years, Arlene Marie Paul; his children, Gary (Kris) Paul and Bruce (Lisa) Paul; grandchildren, Ryan (Anya), Katie, Cody (Cassie), and Connor; great-grandchild, Bryce; and several sisters-in-law and nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, Elmer and Florence Paul; brothers, William, Allen, and Robert; and sister, Mary.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are suggested to Emanuel United Church of Christ in Manchester or Manchester Alumni Association. Please leave a message of comfort for Richard’s family or sign his guestbook at www.EinederFuneralHomes.com.

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by Marsha Chartrand

Marsha Johnson Chartrand, a founder, writer, and copy editor with the Manchester Mirror, is a 50-year resident of Manchester. She has a long history of volunteer and community involvement.