Paul is predeceased by his parents Bill and Anna Mortimer, his brothers Bill Jr and Jim, and his sister Cathy.
He is survived by his wife Jean Hummel Mortimer, his sons Ted and Mike (Liza), six granddaughters, one grandson, one great granddaughter and one brother John (Nancy). Paul also had many nieces and nephews, children of his brothers and sister. The children of Jean’s sisters also called him “Uncle Paul”.
Paul loved to work in his yard. He tried to make the yard beautiful so that everyone could appreciate the park he had created. Each day he looked forward to seeing animals (deer, groundhogs, chipmunks, squirrels, geese, ducks, sparrows, woodpeckers) even though they enjoyed eating his plants.
Paul was a car salesman and after retirement he started a business selling decorative metal signs at shows and festivals. As with everything Paul did, he worked to create a display that others would enjoy seeing. Paul felt that a show was successful when people walked away smiling because they found the perfect sign or because they just liked looking at the booth.
Paul saw beauty in nature and hoped that others would, too. Please, take a walk and look at all that God has given us, while thinking about Paul.
At Paul’s request there will be no showing and his ashes will be laid to rest in the yard he loved.
12 responses to “Mortimer, Paul A.”
My sincere condolences to Paul’s family. I worked with Paul about 35 years ago, at O’Connor Chevrolet. I remember Paul as being a smart guy, and a good guy, with a lot of personality. I learned from him. I’m very sorry to hear of his passing.
I am finally responding to comments left about Paul. Thank you so much for taking time to leave a comment. He must have left many good memories if you still remember him after 35 years. He was all of those good things and more. We were married for almost 35 years, so we probably met at the dealership. I remember picking him up at O’Connors may times. Thank you for remembering and commenting.
Jean, Ted, Mike and family, I was so sorry to read this. Paul was always so nice to me and I enjoyed our conversations a lot. Every time I see a funny metal sign, I’ll think of him with great fondness.
Sincere condolences
Thank you for leaving a comment. Paul enjoyed our sign business. He was especially happy when he could help someone find a perfect sign. I am pleased that he will be remembered for the happiness he brought to you and others.
Paul was a cousin of mine and I have fond memories of how he was a fun loving individual that always made his presence an enjoyable experience. I remember how he loved nice cars and him coming to family gatherings usually in a Corvette. My sincere condolences to the family.
David Pulver
Thank you for leaving a comment. I recall meeting the Pulver cousins. As we got older, a Corvette was no longer Paul’s car of choice, but he still could tell make, model and year of any car. I can remember attending one family gathering in a Jaguar. It was good to hear from you.
I was sadden to read this morning the passing of my cousin Paul. I want to send my condolences to Jean and all members of his family.
Russell Pulver
Thank you for leaving a comment. I can recall meeting the Pulver cousins. Paul told stories of his youth and they included tales of family gatherings at a farm in Newark. He never lost the sense of humor that you probably remember.
Thank you for taking time to comment.
Paul was a positive influence for me. I had the pleasure to work for Paul – wholesaling cars. He taught me negotiation skills, working on multiple things simultaneously, and the flexibility to work crazy hours. Then there where the side quests. Chasing all over town to buy all the “old coke” when the new coke was introduced. The subtle difference between coke in a glass bottle (champagne) versus coke in a plastic bottle (only if there are no options). Jean, Ted, Mike and family my deepest sympathy.
Thank you for taking time to leave a comment. I heard so many stories about you and your ability to recognize different Coke products. The stories just surfaced recently when Coke introduced Coke from Mexico with pure cane sugar. You were a legend with Paul. Your name was always linked to a ton of great stories. Thank you commenting and for bringing back all those stories which he loved tellingenjoyed
As a young sales manager at Hoselton- Paul treated me with respect and kindness. He was willing to share with me things he had learned in the business and his unique perspectives in general. condolences to his family and RIP Paul.
Thank you for taking time to comment. I am pleased that Paul treated you so well and that he shared all of his knowledge of sales with you. Paul always found joy in helping others. That fact that you took time to leave such a nice comment shows what an good influence Paul had on you. Thak you.