Paul Breeding

Paul Ellis Breeding, 65, of Port Orchard, WA went to rest with our Heavenly Father on Wednesday, February 8th, 2012. Paul was born April 29th, 1946 in Yakima, WA. Paul is survived by his wife Sharon (Welch) Breeding, daughter Dawn (Breeding) Hawkins, son Troy Breeding and parents Glenn and Rose Breeding. He was the oldest of 6 Siblings.  He graduated from Selah High School, and married Sharon December 22nd, 1964. A U.S. Marine Corp. veteran, Paul spent twenty years serving his country until his retirement in April 1984 as a Master Sgt.   Known to many as Opa (meaning grandpa in German), Paul cared very much for his 5 grandchildren- Breanna Hawkins, Alycia Hawkins, Paul S. Breeding, Amanda Breeding, Matthew  Breeding and one great granddaughter, Kayla Lum.  He enjoyed spending time with family, walking his dog Lilly, riding his motorcycle, traveling and helping others in any way possible.  A good friend shared that if a man is measured by how much he is loved, Paul was a giant of a man. Memorial Service at 3:00 pm Saturday, February 18, 2012 at Rill’s Life Tribute Center in Port Orchard.  Memorials to a charity of your choice.