Paul Alexander Beres

Tuesday, January 25, 2022 we lost our beloved Paul in a sudden Covid19 related cardiac event that surprised family and friends and left us heart broken. He left behind: his son Brandon, his brother Michael, his mother Jean, former wife Penni, and best friend Brian. His faithful companion Goober, has gone to live out his senior years with Brandon and his wife.

Sudden death is so unkind. It leaves you unable to breath. You can’t believe the words you just heard. You think incredulously he’s only 57 years old. He is looking forward to grandchildren. Time passes and you begin to face the reality that life is over as you know it. Your best friend is no more, unbearable though it is, you will never see that beloved face again. There will be no phone calls with the familiar voice saying “How was your day Mom?”

Paul was born in Abbington, Pa December 11, 1964 to Nicholas and Jean. In February of 1970 the family was transferred by General Electric to Wilmington, NC. Within 5 months Paul’s father would be dead, dropping over in the backyard of the family home. He was 53. Somehow life went on. The boys attended the New Hanover County School system. In 1976 Jean married Max who took on the challenging role of step father to two partially grown boys age 12 and 14. To his credit, Max remained in that role until his recent death July 31, 2021. He would tell you that raising the Beres boys was not easy, but in the end, they respected and loved one another.

In 1987 Paul married the love of his life Penni. Two years later came Paul’s only child Brandon. Despite the love they shared, they were unable to stay married and divorced in 1993. Paul never tired of bragging about Brandon’s talents and accomplishments. Fatherhood was his favorite role.

Paul was a lover of every living thing that crossed his path. On his property lived squirrels, birds, rabbits, snakes, a raccoon and an assortment of temporarily homeless people. He was a listener if you had a sad story. He was sweet and kind to everyone. He would share whatever he had with someone in need.

Twelve years ago he found work with Brian, someone who become his very best friend and a good influence. He was a familiar figure around their home as he was always willing to fix something or build whatever Lori needed. The 3 girls loved their “Uncle Paul”. He and Brian worked together flipping houses, repairing, rebuilding all that was needed to keep homes maintained. He settled into a regular routine.

On Sundays he would spend time with me. He would take my list and do whatever things needed to be done. We would grocery shop and he would put away everything. Then we would lunch out, often at Henry’s with Penni, where we had our usual table and favorite “wait” people. He made friends with everyone including the Sunday regulars.

We are left to go on without you. How is that done when I will miss you so much. I will wonder why I am still here and you are not. I loved you so.

Mom

2/4/22

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