Frank Paul, 84, of Brock Street, Ashland, entered into eternal rest on Thursday, June 18, 2026, surrounded by family at his home.  Born in Gordon, December 19, 1941, he was the son of the late William and Dorothy Paul.  He was a graduate of the former Ashland Area High School, class of 1959.  Following high school, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force, earning the National Defense Metal, Good Conduct Medal, and the Unit Citation Commendation Ribbon.  During his service time, he was assigned to the 820th Combat Defense Squadron supporting the Strategic Air Command, as a Senior Airman Air Police, securing the surrounding of the entire military base with numerous combat aircraft throughout the Pacific Theatre.

He was also, a 50+ years member of the Washington Fire Co. of Ashland, Pa

He was employed as a school bus driver, oil delivery man, an attendant for the former Richard’s Exxon Station, Ashland, and lastly for the Borough of Ashland, 35 years, until his retirement.  Preceding him in death was a sister June Paul, Grandchildren; David and Illyssa Paul, a nephew, Earl Richards Jr., and a daughter in law, Denise (Eisenhart) Paul.

Survivors:

Wife: Suzanne (Weikel) Paul, married 60 years

Daughter:  June Paul

Sons:  Timothy (Tim) and Frank (Spanky) Paul Jr.

Sister:  Dora Richards

Grandchildren:  Skylar Paul, and Justin Eisenhart 

God-Son: Matt Grosser

Many nieces, nephews, and good friends

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Celebration of Frank’s Life, Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at 7 PM, in Christ’s United Lutheran Church, 437 Airport Road, Ashland, PA., 17921.  Officiating will be Rev. Brian Beissel, pastor. A viewing will begin in the church at 5 PM until time of service. Military Air Force Honors will take place at 6:30 PM. Frank’s family requests memorials be made to the Hillside S.P.C.A., Hillside Road, Pottsville, PA. 17901, in his honor. Visit www.Fritzfuneralhomde to leave condolences.  The Richard W. Fritz Funeral Home, Ashland, is in charge of funeral arrangements.