Paul Gregory Aldrich – 1954-2023
On the afternoon of February 14th, 2023, Paul passed away after a six-year battle with cancer. He was at home with his loving wife, beloved dog Jake and family by his side.
Paul was born May 23rd, 1954, at Tacoma General Hospital in Tacoma Washington to Harry and Lorraine (Randich) Aldrich. Paul was raised in the Fircrest area of Tacoma, WA. He attended schools in the Tacoma area, graduating from Wilson High School. As a young boy, Paul loved playing in the family pool with friends. He also enjoyed going to Pacific Beach to visit with his grandparents and spending time in Aberdeen, WA with the Randich family, enjoying many happy times with his cousins.
Paul worked for 25 years with Safeway and over 10 years with Intermec as a Warehouse Manager. Paul loved his team at Intermec. He retired December 31, 2015.
On October 6, 2012, in Las Vegas, NV he married the love of his life Keleen McHenry. They made their home in Marysville and Everett Washington until they moved to Helena Montana in August of 2019.
Paul loved the Pacific northwest especially time on the water or on the golf course. He had a passion for the Seattle Seahawks and Montana Grizzlies football. Paul was a PN3 in the US Navy from 1972 till 1976 when he was honorably discharged. Most of his time in the military he was stationed at the Whidbey Island Naval Base. Paul loved to read and spent many hours on his Kindle reading mystery novels and watching old western movies with Jake. Paul would start planning his upcoming Christmas light displays in September to make sure they were perfect especially after moving to Montana where he learned that the ground would be frozen by November 1st.
Paul is survived by his loving wife of 10 years Keleen, brothers Anthony (Jarma) and Jay. Brother-in-law Kevin (Diana) McHenry, Sister-in-Law Kim (Nick) Ramberg, Brother-in-Law Doug (Sonia) McHenry. Nieces and Nephews -April, Jamila, Christopher, Sean, Alison, Benjamin, Kristina, Tanner, Kaitlin, Kale, Kyrie, Karis and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and his beloved pal Jake (the puggle).
Paul was preceded in death by his parents Harry and Lorraine, and stepmother Tessa along with numerous aunts and uncles.
Special thanks: Dr. Warr, Nurse Patsy and staff at the Great Falls Clinic, Oncology and Infusion Center, St. Peters Hospice nurses and staff.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, February 25, at 11:00 a.m. at the Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N Montana Ave, with a Luncheon to follow in the Social Hall. After the luncheon, everyone is welcome to join the family in Townsend at the Deep Creek Cemetery for a Graveside Committal.
The Live Broadcast will open 15 minutes early at 10:45 a.m. MTN time and can be watched at any time there after.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m. to Noon
Saturday February 25, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N Montana Ave
Helena,
Luncheon
Following the Service
Saturday February 25, 2023
Social Hall at Anderson Stevenson Wilke
,
Graveside Service
Following the Luncheon
Saturday February 25, 2023
Deep Creek Cemetery
Townsend,
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 a.m. to Noon
Saturday February 25, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N Montana Ave
Helena,
Luncheon
Following the Service
Saturday February 25, 2023
Social Hall at Anderson Stevenson Wilke
,
Graveside Service
Following the Luncheon
Saturday February 25, 2023
Deep Creek Cemetery
Townsend,
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Jamie & Will Tangen says
We love Paul and Keleen. They have been our beloved neighbors since 2019. The first time I introduced myself to Paul he had a big beautiful smile on his face and declared with conviction that he was a cancer survivor and he indeed was a survivor, strong and determined. We loved watching him work tirelessly in his yard, keeping things beautiful and meticulous. We enjoyed our conversations with him and Keleen and exchanging Holiday treats every year. We wish we woukd have had more conversations and time with our beloved neighbor. Rest in peace, Paul. We love you. And we are always here for you, Keleen, whatever you need.
Billy Ray and Pat Batley says
Paul was the best friend I ever had. I love him like a brother. He was and always will be so dear to us. He was one of a kind and the best guy both my wife and I have ever known. He will live forever in our hearts.
Billy Ray and Pat Barley says
It’s Billy Ray and Pat Barley. Sorry, the tears made me do it.
Linson Laura says
There are no words to express the loss of such a wonderful soul, Paul. I had the great honor of working with both Paul and Keleen, and in the process, the gift of friendship. Their love, and they way they both embraced life and cancer is inspirational. Rest in peace dearest Paul. Keleen and Jake you are loved.
Peggy Stenson says
I am at a loss for the right words. Paul was one of my favorite supervisor and one of my favorite people. I loved working for him and working with him as he was right there always helping getting the job done. I will never forget him walking me to my car my last day at Intermec and the hug not sure to this day who was more upset him or me both of us had tears. I am glad he is free of pain but he will really be missed. I am also glad he and Keleen found each other, I know they were so happy together.
Debbie Benedetto says
Keleen
I am so sorry for your loss. What a wonderful service.
I always loved you and Paul’s love story, so very glad
you and Paul found on another. I’ve always got an ear to listen.
Take care of yourself, hold tight to Jake. Love you my friend, sending hugs and prayers.
Debbie