GAFFE, Paul

Date of death:  January 13, 2022

Funeral will take place on January 14th, 2022, at 1:00 pm at The United Hebrew Memorial Chapel of Hamilton, 28 Ewen Road.  Live stream here: http://www.mgxproductions.com/stream/PaulJoelGaffe

Interment following at the Adas Israel Cemetery, 575 Old York Road, Burlington, ON

It is with deep sorrow we announce the passing of Paul Joel Gaffe ז״ל, surrounded by family at home on January 13, 2022.
Devoted husband of Rosalie Gaffe. Loving father of Ronnie (Lori) and Lorne, and father-in-law of Jill Gaffe. Proud Papa of Jared and Isaac Gaffe. Son of the late Doris and Harry Gaffe and brother and brother-in-law of the late Eudy and Morry Halberstadt.
Shiva visits by appointment only.  Evening shiva services will be held at Beth Jacob Synagogue, 375 Aberdeen Avenue, Hamilton, Saturday to Wednesday at 6:00 pm. Proof of full-vaccination required to attend. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to Beth Jacob Synagogue 905-522-1351 or the Canadian Cancer Society 1-800-268-8874.

Full Covid-19 protocols will be in effect as follows: In an effort to avoid the spread of the COVID-19 virus, the Chapel will accommodate seating for 80 people, providing safe distancing.  ONLY THOSE THAT HAVE BEEN DOUBLE VACCINATED WILL BE PERMITTED TO ENTER THE CHAPEL. Proof of Ontario certificate and Identification WILL be requested.
At the cemetery, we will be limited to a maximum of 100 persons (including Clergy) for the safety of mourners, funeral home and cemetery staff.
Masks must be worn, covering the nose and mouth, and social distancing 2m (6′) is required unless you are of the same household.  For those that wish to participate in the mitzvah of Kevura, gloves must be worn.  Names and phone numbers will be requested.
Thank you for your cooperation.

 

 

36 Comments

  1. Dear Rosalie, Ronnie and Lorne & family

    Sending our deepest condolences as we remember a very special friend. May Paul’s memory be a blessing for the entire family

    Fondly
    Shelley and Mark

  4. To the entire Gaffe family, we offer our sincerest of condolences.

    What a legacy! You would be hard pressed to find a nicer gentleman. We will remember Mr. Gaffe as a generous, loving, family man who took great pride (and joy!) in watching Jared and Isaac in their respective hockey careers.

    Our wish is for all of you to find comfort in the amazing memories you will have of your father/grandfather, today and in the future.

    Hoping you are all well.

  5. Dear Rosalie and Family,

    I was deeply saddened to hear that you lost your Prince. You have my heartfelt sympathy and sincere understanding. May all your happy memories bring you comfort.

    Natalie DeFrancisci

  6. Dear Rosalie and Family.
    knowing Paul enriched our lives and those of others, and it is with a sad heart that we learned of his passing. He had a charm about him that never allowed him to cease being a gentleman even under the most trying circumstances and civility that never left him. We will miss his wit, kindness and consideration, and hope that the many moments you shared will help in some way to lessen the pain of your loss. May his memory be a blessing to all.

  7. My friends the Gaffe family, my heart felt condolences at the passing of a wonderful husband,father,grandfather and a friend of many
    A kind and selfless person, even thru his illness; you will be truly missed and yet remember by myself and many others with joy for having you in our lives
    Blessings to all
    from Paul Hicks

  8. Dear Rosalie, Lorne and Ronnie,

    Tiina and I send our deepest condolences for your loss. Paul was the epitome of how people should be. Kind, considerate and a great sense of humour.
    I’m glad that I had the pleasure of knowing him. We will always treasure memories of Paul.

    Rest in Peace Paul,

    Tiina and Eugene Mallais

  9. Dear Rosalie and family,

    My sincere condolences on the loss of your beloved Paul. May all your wonderful memories sustain and comfort you in the days ahead.

    Love,
    Heather

  10. Rosalie, Ronnie, Lorne, and family,

    Sending my deepest condolences on the loss of Paul. He was a very special man and I have many fond memories of him at the cousins club over the years. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

    Danna Lieberman and Josh Cherun

  11. Rosalie, Lorne and Ronnie,

    I wish I had the words to help heal at this difficult time. You are all testament to a life well lived by such a wonderful man. He always had a joke and a smile for everyone and he will be sorely missed. I feel privileged to be counted amongst his many, many friends.
    May his memory always be for a blessing.
    xo

  12. Dear Rosalie, Ronnie, Lorne, Jill, Jared and Yitzy,

    We are so sorry for your loss. We will remember Paul playing football with us, Lorne, Jared and Yitzy in the pool at Hollybrook or moving down from the nosebleed seats at the Panthers games because they were too high for Paul. Mostly we will remember Paul with Mort and the other guys laughing, recalling a golf game and laughing some more. May his memory be for a blessing.

  13. Dear Rosalie & family,
    Your prince is in a better place with no more suffering
    Henry and I send our deepest condolences to you. Be well and strong and go forth with memories of a great man.

  14. Dear Rosalie, Ronnie and Lorne,
    With deepest condolences, I mourn the passing of Paul—beloved husband, father, grandfather, friend and wonderful human being. Rosalie, I know Prince Charming will reign in you heart forever…
    With love,

  15. Dear Rosalie, Ronnie & Lorne

    Our deepest condolences to you on you loss
    May all of your fond memories of a wonderful man bring you comfort at this difficult time

    Jodi & Dean Newman

  16. Dear Rosalie and family:

    I was so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. As others have said above, he was the epitome of a gentleman – Paul was a lovely, kind and warm person and I pray that your memories of the many years you shared will sustain you. Deepest love and affection to you and your children and grandchildren during this difficult time.

  17. Dear Rosalie, Ronnie and Lorne.

    We are sadden to hear of the loss of one of the finest men we ever knew.

    Our heartfelt condolences to all.

    Ruth Magder & Jerry Belz

  18. What a wonderful man,! I will remember him as a family man, a mensch and a gentleman. My deepest heartfelt condolences to all the family. May his memory be a blessing

  19. I know that all who ever knew Paul will remember him for ever in their hearts because of the person Paul was.
    My sincerest condolences to Rosalie and the whole Gaffe family.
    Rest In Peace Paul.

  20. Dearest Rosalie Loren, Jill, andRonny, My best friend of over 66 years has left us. Paul was my best friend and the brother I never had.Through his illness he was the Energizer Bunny who never quit.The consummate gentleman. Paul signed our Katubah 60 years ago and when we renewed our vows this past summer and even with failing health he signed our new Katubah which will always be treasured. We say good bye with broken hearts. Love forever Lazer and Gerri

    • Dear Rosalie and. Family,
      We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your dear Paul. He was such a nice guy and will be missed. May your memories be for. A blessing. Sending lots of love and strength.

    • Dear Rosalie and family,

      We send our sincere condolences to all of you. We will treasure our memories of shared times. We will kee you in our thoughts and prayers. The services today were as special as the man who walked among us
      Paul Stuart & Joni Esser-Stuart

  21. Today I lost my brother and best friend of over 65 years.Paul was the consummate gentleman .
    and a gentle man.A true friend.Even when he no longer could go to Hollybrook he always wanted to know all about golf and what was happening
    In all the years we never heard a swear word come out of his mouth.
    Paul signed our Katubah when we were married 60 years ago. It was the ultimate honor to have him sign our Katubah when we renewed our vows this past summer.
    You remain “the Best” in our broken hearts.

  22. Dear Rosalie,Ronnie and Lorne

    Our deepest sympathy to the lost of our wonderful man….Paul Gaffe

    We miss him.

    Regards,Alfred,Hedy,Alex and Lily Poei

    • Dear Rosalie, Ronnie & Lorne,
      We were so saddened to read of Paul’s passing.
      Even though we haven’t been together for years we will always remember the good times we had in our youth.
      May Paul’s memory bring you comfort.

      Hugs,
      Bonnie and Alan

    • Dear Rosalie
      Our sincere condolences to you on the loss of your beloved Paul. May his wonderful memories be a blessing to you
      Janice and Eddy Tarter

  23. Shelly and I send our deepest condolences on Paul’s passing. Paul was at all times, a friend, a gentleman, and a lot of fun. Our hope is that the wonderful memories your family retains will be of some comfort to you. We share your sense of loss.

    Love,
    Joanne Summer

  24. Dear Rosalie, Ronnie and Lorne !

    We will always cherish the laughter and good times we had at Hollybrook.
    We offer our deepest condolences on the passing of your beloved Paul, husband, father, and grandfather.

    Evelyn and Gary

    • Our family sends you our deepest sympathies. Paul was always so refined. He made your family proud, as was so well said in the eulogies.
      May your memories make you smile.
      The Mintz Family

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