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chrisf0047@verizon.net posted a condolence
Friday, March 3, 2023
I used to play volleyball with Paul and Rita at Wakefield Park in Virginia. I also served in Vietnam with the Army 101st Airborne Division. I was there in 1966-1968.
Regards and condolences
Chris Franz
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Leslie & David Leising posted a condolence
Tuesday, January 4, 2022
Paul was a good and true friend and we treasure our long friendship with both him and Rita. Besides opening up their Potomac Falls guestroom to us on numerous occasions, they were great traveling companions on several driving trips around England. We are grateful to Paul for his diligence in planning the trips and introducing us to, and guiding us through, the ins and outs of military stand-by travel. After a long day trekking through quaint English villages, historic sites and museums, often in chilly, rainy, spring weather, we could count on Paul to find the best pubs with a warm fire and fine English ale for a relaxing and enjoyable end to each day.
Leslie's friendship goes back to PWP volleyball days with memories of the after game stop for a late night snack. We both fondly remember attending New Year's Eve formal dances with them in Fairfax City, giving Paul and Dave an opportunity to once again wear their dress uniforms. We recall them visiting us at Anna Maria Island during the winter and walking down the beach as the wind whipped the sand in drifts, not unlike snow, and how we took refuge at a beach restaurant for a welcome warm lunch.
We will miss Paul's boyish grin, we will miss the way he enjoyed sharing special Scotch whiskeys, we will miss his loyalty to friends, we will miss his great enthusiasm for life and too many things to list or even recall. We will miss our dear friend, greatly!
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Robert Mason posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, December 27, 2021
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Sorry to see him go. He was a tough soldier.
Robert Mason
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Frank Lafferty posted a condolence
Sunday, December 12, 2021
Another brother is gone. Served with Paul in the 11th Air Assault and 1st Air Cav. Wonderful man. It will be my honor to attend his funeral in January. He was a great supporter of keeping the B/229 gang together each November over for many years. He will be missed. God bless - RIP my brother.
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Saturday, December 11, 2021
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Robert G Kiess II purchased flowers
Saturday, December 11, 2021
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Robert G Kiess lit a candle
Saturday, December 11, 2021
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God bless you Paul and thank you for all you did helping my father, CW3 Robert Kiess getting recognized for his action in the Ia Drang Valley battle. It meant so much to him and the rest of our family.
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Bob Towles posted a condolence
Saturday, December 11, 2021
God bless you, Paul, you will be sorely missed by all who knew you. Garryowen Paul, Bob Towles
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Francisco Morenoof posted a condolence
Thursday, October 14, 2021
My sincere condolences to Rita and family on your loss. Paul was always proud of his place in "the long Gray line", and wthout question, eill take his place in that line through his own legacy documented in his writings on helicopter warfare now pending publication. Rest in peace my friend.
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garye.morin lit a candle
Sunday, September 26, 2021
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My most sincerest Condolences to you and family members . Many fond memories RIP Sir.
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Craig Beyers posted a condolence
Sunday, September 26, 2021
Paul was one of the first people I met when I started to play volleyball with Parents Without Partners in 1989. He and I shared a common conclusion that essentially none of our compatriots had a clue about how to play volleyball properly and that we should do something to fix that. He was a man of action and arranged with a GMU women’s assistant volleyball coach to run a series of volleyball clinics for our group. Those clinics led to better play (for most people), some new friendships, and my long-running involvement with the GMU volleyball programs. I lost track of Paul and Rita when I left PWP, but remember him fondly and wished we’d been able to stay in contact. My condolences to the family on Paul’s passing.
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Gerald Towler posted a condolence
Saturday, September 25, 2021
To a friend and brother in arms. Rest in peace Paul .
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John ‘Doug’ Sievers posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
Though Paul was graduating from West Point when I was barely out of diapers, we both played “Seniors” volleyball together for several years at Montgomery County, MD East County Rec Center. As one who’s knees and back constantly reminds me of my 67 years of antiquity, I always marveled at Paul’s discipline, ability, and will power to continue playing and competing. Not only was he a war hero, but he was a role model for perseverance.
May his spirit live on in all those whose lives he touched.
R. I. P.
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Eric Orr posted a condolence
Wednesday, September 22, 2021
The best "big brother" adored by my mom, always hospitable, exceedingly generous, willing to share his knowledge and experience, and worthy of respect. I was honored to help with his book and miss his exuberance when relating stories to us at holiday meals, and his passion for history, whiskey, travel, and volleyball. He left his stamp on the world and an enduring impression on his family. Thank you for your time. Rest in peace, Uncle Paul.
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Wednesday, September 22, 2021
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Ken Jayne planted a tree in memory of Paul Winkel Jr.
Sunday, September 19, 2021
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William Weber uploaded photo(s)
Sunday, September 19, 2021
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A fearless pilot and an honor to be his crew chief. RIP, Paul
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Ken Jayne posted a condolence
Sunday, September 19, 2021
Paul was a great warrior and a great scholar. His work on the "re-look" boards provided well-deserved recognition to many Army Aviators. I hope that his book will be published and carry his memory on to those who follow us.
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EmRoy posted a condolence
Sunday, September 19, 2021
God bless you Paul. You will be missed and our ranks are fading. Your spirit will live forever.
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Bob Stinnett posted a condolence
Sunday, September 19, 2021
I gave you your kudos before you left us. Cheers.
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Frank Lafferty posted a condolence
Sunday, September 19, 2021
God bless you Paul! I have so many memories forged in fire in Vjetnam. I love you brother. Rest in peace.
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Lee Komich posted a condolence
Sunday, September 19, 2021
Veterans of the Pleiku Campaign and specifically the 229th lost one of their foremost advocates this week. Col. Paul Winkel has passed away. His wife, Rita, asked that I put the word out. Paul will be buried in Arlington National Cemetery at a yet undetermined time. No other services are planned. We will miss Paul especially during our traditional Veterans' Day gatherings, which he was instrumental in initiating several years ago. Our ranks have thinned significantly since then, and the most recent loss is one that those of us remaining certainly acknowledge with respect and regret. Rest in Peace, Paul. Lee Komich
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Friday, September 17, 2021
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