Paul lost his battle with cancer in Gilbert, Ariz. Paul and his wife, Sharon, have been residents in the Meeker area since 2000. There were 10 children with the combined marriage. Private services will be held in Prineville, Ore., at a later date. Please, no flowers, but if you wish to make a donation please send to: Hospice of the Valley, care of Cheryl Birdwell, East Clinical Office, 777 W Southern Ave., Ste. 301, Mesa, Ariz., 85210-5062.