Dr. George James Paul, of East Hartford, CT fell asleep in the Lord peacefully at his home on Friday, August 12. He was 103 years of age. Dr. Paul was born in Clinton, Massachusetts, to his parents, the late James and Anastasia (Relias) Paul, where he graduated from Clinton High School in 1936.  He was a Veteran of World War II, serving in the Army from 1941-1945 during which time his regiment invaded the Philippines on D-day, October 1944, for which they received the Presidential Citation of Honor with 4 clusters, for their heroism and bravery on the front lines of battle. He offered to stay in the Service longer to allow others who had families to go home first. As a result, it delayed his education, but in 1949 he realized his dream of becoming a chiropractor, receiving his diploma from Lincoln Chiropractic College in Indianapolis, Indiana. During his chiropractic career, he served as President of the Connecticut Chiropractic Association. He practiced for 50 years, the latter in partnership with his son, Dr. George Philip Paul, retiring at the age of 81. He loved sports of all kinds and was an avid golfer and a Charter Member at Glastonbury Hills Country Club. He took wonderful care of himself, jogging before it was popular, and was a great example of self-discipline. He was a true gentleman, never leaving the house without a blazer and hat, respectful to all. Well-educated and well-read, he could speak to any child or adult on any subject past or present. He never had a bad day.

He was an active member of St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Hartford for close to 70 years, serving on the Parish Council Board, helping at their annual Greek Festival and was a member of the order of AHEPA.  He faithfully attended church every Sunday he could, well into his 100's.  Every Wednesday, he looked forward to gathering with his church family at "Seniors" where he enjoyed great fellowship together with them.

His longevity was unique, but it was his essence that was extraordinary as he loved the Lord God with all his heart, nurturing within him inner peace, kindness and humility. He loved his neighbor as himself and as a result, he was loved by all.

He was predeceased by his wife, Ann (Kaimakamis) Paul, his brothers and sisters; Danny Paul, Frank (Penny) Paul, Lena Paul, Charles (Dorothy) Paul, Helen Skrekas, Kathleen "Poppy" Paul, and his sisters and brothers in-law; Chris and Pauline Pappas, Bill and Bess Poulios.

He leaves his children: Stacy (Ken) Kardos of Simsbury, Mark (Mur)Paul, of Philadelphia, Dr. George, Philip Paul (Ellen) of Glastonbury, Thalia (Tom) O'Gorman of Augusta, Georgia, whose presence in their lives was a tremendous privilege; his grandchildren: Theone Kardos, Paul Kardos (Sierra), and great-grandchildren Rory and Luca; Philip, Emily, Christian and William O'Gorman, all of whom thought their Papou was perfect. His first cousin, Foti Relias; his nieces and nephews: Linda Paul, Paula (Billy) Gendron, Jim (Ellen) Skrekas, Tom (Beth) Skrekas, Archie (Judy) Pappas, Peter (Patti) Pappas, Martha (Jim) Folopoulos, Tasia (Dennis) Leger, Nick (Margo) Paul, the late Jimmy Paul, and many generations of nieces and nephews and cousins who adored him. We would like to acknowledge and extend our gratitude to our neighbors, Diane and John, who never hesitated to help at a moment's notice.

Visiting hours will be held at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 from 10 to 11:30 am with Funeral to follow at 11:30 am at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 433 Fairfield Avenue, Hartford, CT with the Reverend Dr. George Zugravu officiating. Burial will follow at Cedar Hill Cemetery.

Donations may be made in his memory to St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral, 433 Fairfield Avenue, Hartford, CT, 06114.