BOYER & COOL

PAUL L. ERDY- Teacher, Coach, Sportsman

Paul Lewis Erdy died Tuesday, September 4th at EMH from complications following a heart attack. He suffered a paralyzing stroke 8 years ago after an ice hockey accident and had resided at the Ohio Veteran's Home in Sandusky for the last 5 years.

He graduated from Lorain High School in 1952, served 4 years in the US Air Force, received a Bachelor's degree from Ohio University and a Master's degree from Rutgers University. As a career, he taught high school math and coached high school sports. He coached some basketball and always football. He taught and coached at Firelands High School, Keystone High School and North Ridgeville High School where he also served as athletic director for several years.

Paul participated in organized sports while growing up lettering in track, basketball, and football at Irving Junior High School; track, basketball and football at Lorain High School; and football at Ohio University. In college he played 4 years as a lineman, lettering the last 2 years, and was co-captain his final year. In recognition of his contribution to area sports, he was inducted into the Lorain Sports Hall of Fame in 1999.

Paul's leisure activities revolved around sports. He liked to fish, especially on Lake Erie, bowled, golfed, and played recreational hockey. He enjoyed food, always had a vegetable garden, loved to explore out-of-the-way, unique restaurants, and cooked for family and friends.

Paul is survived by his wife Virginia (Mramor), daughter Janet Elizabeth Menges, son Paul Joseph, 3 grandchildren, sisters Irene (Suz) Virant, Elizabeth (Libby) Maiden, and Lois Konsevick. He was preceded in death by his parents George Erdy and Elizabeth (Solon) Erdy, brothers George, Joseph, Lawrence (Ham), Alvin (Jim), and sister Veronica Sulpizio.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, September 9th at 4PM followed by a celebratory buffet at DeLuca's Place in the Park, 6075 Middle Ridge Road in Lorain. The Reverend Carl Richter, senior pastor of the First Congregational United Church of Christ will officiate. All who knew him and the family are welcome. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of choice.

Schwartz, Spence, Boyer & Cool Home For Funerals, 1124 W. 5th Street, Lorain is handling the arrangements.

Condolences

From: Christy McGuire (Nelson)
Relation: Former Student

I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Erdy's passing. I am so glad I had him in high school. I graduated in 1993. To this day I still talk about him and how he taught. He was so funny. Things he did and said at the time didn't make sense. Now as an adult and teacher, it makes perfect sense. I got to see him and Mrs. Erdy at a local place in Lorain about 10 or so years ago. He still remembered me. He said i was bright and promising. He made me feel that way. All i learned in math, and life, I owe to him. I get it now Mr. Erdy, "the answers are out there." I use a quote of his just about each day. I will miss him allot. He was my favorite. I know he was one of a kind. Thank you Mrs. Erdy for sharing him with all us students all those years. Your family is in my prayers.

From: Gail Wasem Rose
Relation: Former student

I was saddened to learn of Mr. Erdy's death. I was student of his at Firelands High School. At the time of my father's death, Mr. Erdy was especially kind and concerned and I've never forgotten his thoughtfulness. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

From: Paul Januzzi
Relation: Childhood Friend of Paul Erdy Jr.

Dear Paul,

I would like to express my condolences on the loss of your father. He lived a great life and touched the lives of many with his coaching and teaching.

I would have like to attended the service on Sunday, but will be unable to due to other commitments.

The Januzzi family's thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

With warmest sympathies,

Paul Januzzi
6194 Oakwood Circle
North Ridgeville, Ohio 44039
440-327-2954

From: Lucky Varouh
Relation: Fellow Coach, Teacher and Friend

I am extremely grateful for the time I shared working with Paul Erdy. To me he was my Mentor. Much of my development as a Coach I owe to him. His knowledge, and viewpoint was a blessing for me to be around. As a young coach he had a tremendous amount of confidence in me and in my potential. That is something I have always leaned on, and it's been a source of strength. Thank you Paul so much, for all that you were to me and for me. I will continue to think of you often.

From: Adam J. Baillie
Relation: friend

Virginia, I was saddened to learn of Paul's passing in last Friday's paper. My wife and I were driving to VA to see a daughter and read our paper while at her house. Since I was unable to make the visitation or funeral service, I wanted you to know you were in my thoughts and prayers. I certainly enjoyed my relationship with Paul and will always remember the two of you fondly. May God provide all the comfort you need in the days ahead.

With Love, Adam J. Baillie NRHS

From: Doug Erdy
Relation: Great Nephew

Our deepest sympathy from the Erdy family in Houston, Texas. My mother and father Don and Dottie Erdy also offer condolences.

Doug Erdy

From: Tom and Linda (DeLuca) Foisy
Relation: Classmate

To Paul's Family,

All of you have our deepest sympathy. May Paul rest in our Lord's peace and your family have comfort in the knowledge that Paul is in our Lord's care.

Tom and Linda

From: John G. Sulpizio
Relation: Nephew

Dear Aunt Virginia and family,

Only this week did I learn about Uncle Paul's death. Please accept my sincere sympathies. As we all knew, he was quite a guy, one of a kind, and it's wonderful to read how he positively affected his students by serving as an academic mentor.

For me, he provided a stellar example of self discipline, and without even realizing it, he was a lifestyle mentor. His subtle gift came at a critical juncture in my life and he made a vital contribution to my overall well-being and quality of life for all my years thereafter. For that he will always be dear to me.

With deepest sympathies,
John G. Sulpizio
West Sacramento, CA

From: Gloria Doraski Mantini
Relation: friend

To the Erdy Family,
    I was saddened to read of Paul's passing earlier this month. He was a kind and gentle person and teacher. I recall having him help me solve math problems on the big slate board behind my parent's home. It was when he tried to help with English sentence diagramming that I decided to do those myself. We have nice memories of the time we spent when you rented from Mom and Dad on 31st Street.

    I'm sorry to hear he had been ill since his stroke, so unlike him not to be busy and active.

    May you find peace in the happy memories of family and friends and consolation in knowing his life was well spent in helping others.

Sincerely, Gloria Doraski Mantini

From: Rick Dearth
Relation: Friend

I am so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. He was a great individual, coach and teacher. I have so many great memories and stories about Paul while coaching and teaching with him. I am sorry I missed the services, but I was out of town. Both Virginia and Paul will be in my prayers. Thanks for being part of my life.