Paul was a proud WWII Army veteran having been awarded a Bronze Star for bravery during combat in the European Theatre. Upon his discharge from the service he returned home and started a milk hauling business with his brother Carl. He and his wife relocated to Oakfield in 1953 where they lived for 50 years and where they raised their family. Paul was a mechanic at several area car dealerships and upon his ‘retirement’ from that profession, he started driving trucks for several local construction companies. He loved driving trucks and was still actively employed driving 10-wheel dump trucks when he was 85 years old. By his work ethic and love of family he set a fantastic example for his children and grandchildren to follow. Paul loved hunting and spending time at his cabin in the Oak Orchard swamp. He was an avid NASCAR fan with Dale Earnhardt Sr. being his favorite driver. Paul loved playing golf with family and friends, especially with his grandsons. In his later years he and Belva took several trips to Florida and the Midwest to visit friends and relatives. The family also wishes to express their profound thanks to the staff at UMMC for the care that Paul received during his recent hospital stays. The staff could not have been more caring, compassionate and professional and it is deeply appreciated.
He is survived by his children David (Pamela) Meyer of Batavia; Robert Meyer of Rochester; sisters Anne Smith of East Aurora, Theresa Kinney of Strykersville; grandchildren Jason (Kristen) Meyer of Saratoga Springs, Erica (Chad) Minuto of Batavia, Matthew (Michele) Meyer of Stafford, Nicolette Meyer of Chicago; great-grandchildren Camryn, Jackson Meyer; Sophia, Landon Minuto; Miles, Lena Meyer. It is safe to say that he loved those kids as much as life itself and many nieces and nephews.
Friends are invited to call on Thursday August 13, 2015 from 4 to 8 PM at Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020. A 9:30AM Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Friday August 14, 2015 at Resurrection Parish 18 Ellicott Street Batavia, New York 14020. He will be laid to rest in St. Cecilia Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to United Memorial Medical Center Foundation www.ummc.org/foundation , Oakfield Fire Department 20 Albert Street Oakfield, New York 14125, East Pembroke Fire Department 2623 Main Road Corfu, New York 14036 or a charity of the donor’s choice. To leave a message of condolence please visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com or for more information call (585) 343-8260. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home & Cremation Company, Inc. 329-333 West Main Street Batavia, New York 14020.
