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Paul Michael Marshall, age 82, was received by the Lord on April 30th. Born and raised in Manayunk, Philadelphia. He was a proud graduate of Roman Catholic High School class of 1960 and went on to earn a degree from St. Joseph’s University. He also honorably served his country in the United States Navy. Paul will be remembered as a devout Catholic, a great friend, an adoring husband, and a loving father. He happily went by many names, Paul, Marsh, Pudge, Dad, and Poppy. He was married to his wife Bonnie Marshall (Bennis) for 49 loving years. Paul and Bonnie were the proud parents of 6 children: Karen (Steven), Jon Paul (Janice), Christopher (Kendra), Jenn, Anne, and Kevin (Shannon). After successfully raising their 6 kids; they lived a wonderful life during their golden years that included gatherings with their friends and family, avid reading, traveling, and lots of sunny days at their shore house in Ocean City, New Jersey. They found a love for ballroom dancing. They spent endless summer nights dancing the night away. He was blessed to be the grandfather of 4 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild: Trevor, Caroline, Jessica, May, and Sophia.

He was preceded in death by wife Bonnie, brother Samuel, and sister Annamae.

Paul had a remarkable zest for life and always found happiness in the little things. He loved watching MASH and Jeopardy. He loved a crisp sweet apple and an ice-cold cherry popsicle. His deep faith, love for his dear wife Bonnie, and his family will be a lasting symbol of the life he led. He was a man of integrity, kindness, and quiet strength. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. A viewing and Mass will be held to celebrate his life at Saint Martin of Tours, 5450 E Roosevelt Blvd, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19124 at 9:30 AM on Tuesday, May 6th, 2025 with interment to follow at Westminster Cemetery at 701 Belmont Ave, Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania 19004.

In lieu of flowers, please send memorial contributions in honor of Paul to Roman Catholic High School at 301 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19107.

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So sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. Condolences to all his family and friends especially to Kevin. Your dad was a true …
So sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. Condolences to all his family and friends especially to Kevin. …
So sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. Condolences to all his famil…

My deepest sympathy on your loss.  Our world has lost "one of the best".

He and Bonnie are happily dancing in heaven.

God…

My deepest sympathy on your loss.  Our world has lost "one of the best".

He and Bonnie are happily d…

My deepest sympathy on your loss.  Our world has lost "one of th…

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