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WEDGE, Paul G.

WEDGE, Paul G. - Passed away peacefully with his family by his side on August 20th, 2011.

Paul lived his life with determination and zest. He had a wonderful sense of humour and leaves behind many dear friends. Paul was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 1932. During his late teens he and his family moved to North Vancouver. Paul later built the family home in South Burnaby overlooking Deer Lake. Many celebrations and dinners were held there. Paul was loved dearly by his family. He lived, loved and laughed with his soul mate, Charlotte Anne for 36 years. Paul loved skiing into his 70’s and enjoyed the outdoors, golfing, camping, fishing, walking in the forests and canoed the Bowron Lakes with Charlotte. Fascinated by machinery, architecture and engineering he designed and built many things. Paul built numerous hand-split granite rock walls and chimneys. He created large mechanical kinetic displays for Expo 86 and built a business, P Wedge Co. Ltd. His company provided aviation windsock assemblies that are installed all around the world (now carried on by his son). An architect at heart, Paul designed and built houses as well as an office building. Paul had a great passion for music, travel and art. He began painting in the 1990’s and produced many wonderful paintings.

He will be sadly missed by all his loving children: Larry, Karen (Allan), Paula (Martin), Sally (Peter), Gordon (Sally), Lynn (Wayne) and Valerie. He also leaves behind 10 grandchildren: Jason, Luke, Carly, Derek, Matthew, Alexa, Sarah, Kody, Veronica, Darian and great grandson Alton. We welcome all Paul’s friends and family to attend a celebration of Paul’s life.

The celebration will be held at 12:30 PM on Saturday, September 10th, 2011 at First Memorial Funeral Services, 1211 Sutherland Avenue, Kelowna, BC.

Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.mem.com.
Arrangements in care of First Memorial Funeral Services, (250) 762-2299.

A beautiful life came to a sudden end
He died as he lived – everyone’s friend.
He was always thoughtful, loving and kind
What a precious memory he left behind.

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