Paul T. Renaud

LEWISTON – Paul J. Renaud, 67, a resident of Lewiston died suddenly Friday evening at St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center. He was born January 23, 1942 the son of Dominic and jeannette (Cloutier) Renaud. Mr. Renaud was a 1959 graduate of St. Dominic’s High School theen joined the United States Air Force and married the former Josiana Cereia on June 23, 1962. Paul served his country for 20 years and then moved back to Lewiston and joined the Auburn Police Department serving them for 20 years retiring as Chief of Detectives. Paul was a United States Air Force veteran of the Vietnam Conflict and has over the years kept in touch with his former squadron members over the years. He also has kept in touch with his former fellow police officers with Auburn Police Department. Hobbies included a passion for candlestick bowling and won several championships with his friends. His love of gardening turned into a deep knowledge of organic vegatables. He was devoted to his wife, Josiane and his two sons Pierre and Michael. Paul was always there and ready to encourage his son’s endeavers. Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Josiane his sons, Pierre and Michael and a sister Jacqueline. Also surviving are several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by one son, Eugene. RENAUD died in Lewiston, March 20, 2009, Mr. Paul T. Renaud age 67 years a resident of Lewiston a former Auburn Police Officer.Memorial services honoring Paul's life will be celebrated MONDAY 11:00AM at the Pinette & Lynch Funeral Home.Memorial donations in Paul's memory may be made to the Greater Androscoggin Humane Society 55 Strawberry Ave., Lewiston, ME 04240Online condolences and sharing of memories may be expressed at www.lynchbrothers.comArrangements by PINETTE & LYNCH FUNERAL HOME