With sincere condolences to the Phair family -
I was truly shocked and saddened to recently learn of Paul's passing.
As part of the old Darlington NGS "Computer Maintenance Department" back in the 80's and 90's I had the priviledge of working with Paul and his talented staff on a regular basis.
Paul was a great guy whose warm friendly smile and encouraging words always served to brighten up one's day.
Again, my sincere condolences...Paul was indeed a fine fellow and a gentleman and will be greatly missed.

Janis, I just read of Paul's passing and I'm shocked. Although it has been many years since you and I worked together, I still often think of you and wonder how you are doing. I can't imagine your loneliness and devastation right now. Thinking of you.

Jani, Sean, Dodi, Joel & families,
       The news of Paul passing was shocking and very saddening.  I have great memories of Paul and he is part of a group of people whom I trusted in for advice, as a parent would give. Paul lived his life, which I respect and we all should learn a lesson from him by taking each day and living it to it's fullest!  You will be missed by all Paul.

Jani, Sean, Dodi, Joel & families,
       The news of Paul passing was shocking and very saddening.  I have great memories of Paul and he is part of a group of people whom I trusted in for advice, as a parent would give. Paul lived his life which I respect and we all can learn a lesson from him by taking each day and living it to it's fullest!  You will be missed by all Paul.

The Phair family,

I was shocked and saddened regarding the loss of Paul.  I have memories of Paul and his love for his Chevelle, his quirkiness with "Penny Puddles" and his adoration for his wife and children.  Carry those memories in your heart my thoughts are with you.
Kim Sorichetti

To Janis & Family:
  Bonnie and I were extremely upset to hear of Paul's sudden passing. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you at this most difficult time. May all your great memories of your wonderful husband, father and grandfather sustain you through this most trying time.Our prayers and thoughts are with you.

                                                      Bonnie & Frank Stark

Sean - please pass my condolences along to your Mom and your family.  Your Dad was such a nice man and he will be missed by all who knew him.  I know people at OPG who have very fond memories of him and I know it is wonderful memories of your lives together that will sustain all of you in this difficult time.  

Peggie Thom

Dear Janis and family,
We are very saddened to hear of Paul's sudden passing. He was a good person and will be missed by many. Please know you are in our hearts at this difficult time.

To Janis, Sean, Joel & Dodi and families:
We extend our deepest sympathies to you at this difficult time.  Paul was our boss and friend for many years both at the Bruce and Darlington.  We worked, partied, golfed and had alot of laughs.  We shared many stories.  He was a great guy and we will deeply miss him.

Janis and family  We were saddened to hear of your loss.  Paul was a great person to work with, both at Darlington and at Qinshan.  He will be greatly missed.  Our condolences.  John and Esther Sharp.

We extend our deepest sympathies to Janis and her family. Our thougths and prayers are with  you. In a very short period of time we got to know Paul as a warm, friendly and happy individual. We became friends instantly, as if we had know him forever. We are deeply saddened at his passing and his memory will never fade from our lives.     Gregg and Judy Madill

To thePhair family  It is with great sadness that i learned of Paul,s passing, when we worked together in the 70,s  paul was a great help & friend to me.he will be greatly missed.   Fox & Marilyn Macdonald   Kincardine

Janet and Family It was our intention to attend today's service but due to the extreme weather conditions we will not be able to attend. Our prayers are with you all, as Paul was a lover of life and extremely kind to all people he came in contact with. As you are aware we were and still are in shock with the news. Paul was a special person for our Family. At a time like this we have to appreciate the life, caring and laughter he gave us. Janet we are with you in spirit today God Bless 
Ken and Florica

To Janie and family---we were so saddened to hear of your loss. Paul was foremost a totally dedicated family man but also extended himself to be a good friend to so many of us on several continents. He will be missed but remembered by all.  Lindsay & Carole

 Janis and Family
Please accept our sincere condolences at this time and be assured our thoughts are with you. Paul was a great colleague at work, a well respected member of the community, a good friend.

Mike and Dale

Dear Jani, Shawn, Joel, Dodi & families:  You are in our thoughts daily with the loss of Paul.  He was a wonderful friend since childhood and we will never forget him.  We have some great memories that we are very thankful for.

Jani, Sean, Joel, Dodi & families
Words cannot express how shocked and saddened we were to hear of Paul"s passing. Paul was admired for so many things, his sense of adventure, great sense of humor, zest for life and his dedication to his family, friends and career. We have such wonderful memories of the fun times we had in the old days and are glad that Paul went on to see the world with his work. It was great to see him this past summer. Love to all of you.   Jake & Betty

Dear Janis and the Phair Family. Please accept our deepest sympathies on the passing of a marvellous man. Though we didn't know him for long, he had a huge impact in our hearts. Paul will be remembered with Love and Warmth for the rest of our lives. Doug and Pinkie.

Dear Janis & Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this sad and difficult time.  Paul was a great guy and will be missed by all that had the pleasure of knowing him. Treasure the happy memories of Paul and hold them close to your hearts.
Luv ya
Bill & Nancy Stewart

Janis, I am sorry about your loss. I remember Paul as a generous, kind, gentle and happy person. I will not forget his help in my settling in Canada. I remember the time when I came for a short vist to your house in Oshawa and you comforted me with kind and encouraging words. Thank you for the warm memories of your discrete friendship.
Sincerely, always,
Violeta Sibana

Hi Jani and family
We wish to extend our sincere sympathy to you all. May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Ruth & Ken MacDonald, Nancy Tout, Joan & Vernon Dunlop and families.

The Phairs,

Very surprised and sorry to hear of Paul's passing, our thoughts are with you during this tough time.

The Phair family ... Words can't even begin to heal the pain from your loss. He was a solid man, married for 42 years (wow!!!) to an amazing women and raised three wonderful children.  Always remember the wisdom he brought you and have him live on through your memories for years and years to come.
Hugs and kisses to you all!

Jani, Sean, Joel and Dodi,
My thoughts are with you at this time. I never walked away from Paul without a laugh and a smile. He was genuine.

Our hearts and thoughts are with the Phair family at this time. We remember Paul for his humour, laughter and joy for life.  He will be remembered fondly.
Ian and Ellen Linton

Dear Janis and family, I was shocked to hear of Paul's passing. Having worked for Paul at AECL in Chalk River in 2007/08, I was exposed to his positive outlook and he often talked of his family and friends whom he loved so very much. Of the bosses I have had in my long career, he will always be remembered as one of the greatest "people persons" I have come to know.

To Janis and family - We were both saddened to hear of Paul's passing - He was not only my mentor but a great friend and I will miss him terribly - Our thoughts and prayers are with you

Paul was a true gentleman who gained your admiration, respect, and trust effortlessly ....... a rarity in this world.  We feel so fortunate to have known him and we will miss him dearly.  Janis, please accept our heartfelt sympathies and know that we are thinking of you.

I can't find the words to expres the sadnnes. I still can't belive he is not with us. 
He will always be rememberd as the best friend ever and a great man .
Johnny and Georgiana

Dear Janis and Family, 
I was sadden to hear about the passing of Paul, my sincere condolences to you and your family. It has been many years and given different locations, I did not have the opportunity to stay in touch but occasionally our visits to Kincardine coincided. Paul was a good man and he will be missed. Remember the good times.

Janis and Family, 
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during
this time, 
With deepest sympathy, Rick and Jean Melnyk
Chapala, Mexico

Dear Phair Family. I am so sorry for the sudden loss of your father, husband and fantastic grandpa. I didn't know him as much as I knew Yellow and Dod but if anyone can help raise strong kids like these guys, then you know that he was a great man. My thoughts are with you all. Love you
Joanne, Ray and Girls

Dear Janis and family, We were shocked and so very sad to hear of the news about Paul.  He had one of the sunniest smiles ever and we saw it every time we were together.  I hope that your cherished memories will help get you through this very difficult time.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you.  
Brian & Margaret Atkinson

To Jani and Family ...Kenny and I are saddened to hear about Pauls sudden passing....I remember you and Paul as super fun neighbours..& really nice freinds back in the old days in Kincardine.....We are sooooo sorry...

Janis and family - so sorry to hear of your loss.  Paul was a great guy.  He took delight in talking about his family, including Dodi's figure skating.  I remember going to dances with Paul, and him falling asleep at the table.  He didn't seem to age.

Like someone else said, I too still think about Paul daily, and remember all the reasons why he is leaving such an impression on my life.  He was truly an awesome man, in every way, and he will always remain one of my favourite people (as will Janis).  My heartfelt condolences to Janis and his family during this very sad time.

Janis and family,
May your happy memories of Paul give you strength and comfort. Our sincere condolences.
Lynne and Stan Johns

Dear Janice and family.  We were at Kim and Calvin's house when John told us the shocking news.  We have known each other since our teens in Kincardine.  I have worked and partied with Paul and all I can say is "What a wonderful man."  If the world was only occupied with men like Paul, it would be a world of kindness, humour and peace.  I will deeply miss him.

Janice and family, I was so sorry to hear of Paul's passing. I have many fond memories of our high school days in Kincardine. My condolences to you and your family.

Jan and family. We were so saddened to hear of your loss. Paul was one of those special people who once you meet, you never forget. He was a great co-worker and a wonderful friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

 To Janis and family; We are so sorry for your loss.  Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. We have fond memories of Paul. He was so kind and thoughtful and always had a smile for you. Peace and God bless.

To the Phair Family:  Paul was my boss for many years in Supply Chain and Facilities at OPG.  He was a great guy to work for.  He will truly be missed.  My deepest condolences to everyone.

Janice and Family.
We were very saddened and sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Paul. We only knew him a short time but I never saw him without a smile on his face and he always had a kind word to say to me about the good job he felt Rick was doing. He was very helpful to Rick when he first arrived in South Korea and we both appreciated that. He was a kind soul and will be missed by many. It is with a heavy heart we send our deepest condolences to you and your family.

Dear Phair Family,
Our deepest sympathies to you all during this difficult time. Paul was a wise, fun, and charismatic man. Our thoughts are with you.

Our Dear Janis and family -- words cannot express the hurt in our heart for you.  We salvage many wonderful memories since the first time we met.  Paul was an exceptional friend and will be remembered forever -- may he rest in peace!

Love to All!

To Janis and family.  We would like to extend our deepest sympany for your loss of a husband, father and friend.  We will always cherish the memories we have of Paul.  His laughter and enjoyment of good friends, his dedication to the work at hand and especially his love of family.  Our thoughts are with your during this time of healing.  Louise and Bill Ritchie

Janis:
Sorry to hear of Paul's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss.
Wes and Caroline Bateman

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dodi, 
So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts.
Dawna and John

To Jan and the family, I have said many things about Paul since his passing, so I will make this one short. I have lost a great friend, I think about him daily and dream about him nightly. He was a friend, I truly trusted and loved him like a brother. I miss you Paul.

Jimmy (Turbo)

In life, there are people who give and people who receive. My friend Paul was part of the first group – always ready to give a smile, to offer support and to create happiness around himself. I consider myself very fortunate to have benefitted from his huge generosity at different periods of my life.

        Paul, you will be greatly missed by a lot of people. And I am one of them.

In life, there are people who give and people who receive. My friend Paul was part of the first group – always ready to give a smile, to offer support and to create happiness around himself. I consider myself very fortunate to have benefitted from his huge generosity at different periods of my life.

        Paul, you will be greatly missed by a lot of people. And I am one of them.

 Jean-Guy Dalpe.

Dear Phair Family,my deepest condolences. I will be thinking of you all, and wish to extend my support in this your time of need.

Baren

To Janie and family.Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. We knew and loved Paul for about a year here in Ajijic. We enjoyed the friendship of Paul and Janie and will continue to have fond memories of our times together. Sincerely,Hal and Gucci Hutchings

Paul although we only knew you for a short time your radiant disposition and cheerfulness was inspirational to everyone whose lives you touched. May God bless you.

John and Carole Brown

To Janice and family
It may have been a short time knowing Paul but a pleasure of knowing the finest of people was a pleasure. He will be a candle burning in our hearts until we meet him again above. Janice whenever we have the Prime Rib you and Paul will always be at the table.
Les & Ann Brum

To the Phair family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.  Paul was a dear friend, avid golfer and giving person who will be missed, but in our hearts forever!

Rob and Marilyn Edwards, Chapala, Mexico

Our deepest sympathy to the families of the late Paul Phair.
Our son went through EMPS with Joel before the family moved to the Oshawa area.
We have known Dorne and Dodi for many years, and we always enjoy a visit with Dodi at Trillium Court.
Treasure the many happy memories you have shared through the years, and keep them close to your hearts.
Sincerely,
Wayne and Joan Hartwick

To Janie and family.  We extend our sympathy to you and all of the family at this difficult time.  We are all saddened to hear of this loss of a great husband, father and grandfather may the wonderful memories help you move forward.  
With heartfelt sympanthy
Shirley Kennedy and her family

Janie Sean dodi Joel and families I was so saddened to hear about Paul.I have great memories from when I was young and spending time with you.he was a great guy husband,father,and grandpa to you guys.the last time I talked to Paul was when he had his bike in the car show in kincardine.we had a great chat.I hope you can find peace in memories of him.and know you have a beautiful guardian angel watching over you.thinking of you love your cousins Julia Doug Alisha and hayley sorbara

To the Phair family. It is with great sadness that I learned of Paul's passing. When we worked together he was such a great help to me. Paul always had a friendly hello and down to earth advice. He will be missed by everyone.

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Paul Arthur Phair

August 27, 1950 – December 18, 2010

Oshawa Funeral Home

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