Paul Gilmore was born August 20, 1954 in Columbus, NE. Paul graduated with a B.S. in civil engineering from University of Nebraska-Lincoln and went on to earn his M.B.A. from California Polytechnic State University. Paul followed in the footsteps of his father as an accomplished civil engineer, along with his two brothers.
Paul was a successful registered professional engineer in the states of Arizona and California. He had more than 30 years of civil engineering and project management experience. Paul loved being a civil engineer. Paul moved from California to Arizona in 1997. He worked as a consultant for five years for W.C. Scoutten, a local municipal engineering firm. At W.C. Scoutten, Paul provided contract city engineering services for several cities throughout the state of Arizona. Prior to working for W.C. Scoutten, Paul was a principal and part owner of ASL Consulting Engineers and then a regional director for Tefra Tech following their acquisition of ASL. After being a consultant for seven years for the city of Tolleson, Paul became Tolleson’s City Engineer in 2009 and held that position until his untimely death. In addition to his role as City Engineer, Paul has also served as the chief Building Official for the city of Tolleson. His dedication to the city of Tolleson and knowledge of the industry contributed significantly to the city’s success, a source of pride for anyone affiliated with Tolleson.
Paul lived his life with honor and integrity. He chose to be happy; he had a quick wit and a great sense of humor. Paul was a quiet, reserved, professional man, always appropriate. He had the kindest soul and a beautiful warm smile.
Paul took great pride in his “nifty fifty” pick up, his F-150 (400k + miles), his Harley and his latest pride & joy, his Tesla. Paul enjoyed his Sea-do’s, road trips and traveling. Paul loved his dogs and had several throughout his life. Favorite move of all time was Tombstone from which he quoted lines frequently, and, of course, this native Nebraskan never missing a Huskers game. Paul was an expert “DIY” project master and an accomplished home renovator/remodeler. As Paul would say “there’s perfect and then there’s not”.
Paul was a loving devoted husband to his wife Janet for 21 years. Sadly, she passed after a long struggle with cancer. Paul was at her side, loving and caring for her throughout her battle.
Paul found happiness again with his forever love and wife, Theresa Snider Gilmore. He was preceded in death by his loving parents Bruce and Velma Gilmore. Paul leaves behind his wife, Theresa, and her family; his sister, Linda Slycord (Doug), West Des Moines, IA.; brothers, Keith Gilmore (Denise), David Gilmore (Joy), Columbus NE; sister-in-law Sandy and Bob Elliott, Rowland Heights, CA. He had 6 nieces and nephews and 7 grand nieces and nephews.
He will be sadly missed by so many; loving family, great friends, esteemed colleagues.
Paul’s memorial service will be held on October 20, 2020 at 2:00 pm at the Mariposa Gardens Memorial Park in Mesa, AZ followed by a celebration of life at Paul and Theresa’s home in Las Sendas, Mesa, AZ.
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