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It is with sadness to announce the unexpected passing of our awesome dad, Paul (Bud) David Quam, April 27, 2023.

 Born and raised in Spokane June 4, 1937, he was the youngest of three, with sisters Connie Forkner & Carol Matthews, from parents Leonard and Lea Quam.

Dad had a lifelong love of music. His mom was a violinist and helped teach the his sisters piano and cello. At North Central HS, Paul played the …

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Just learned of Paul's passing and I want to extend my sincere condolences.  I met Paul at Latton's Kiddie Land when I …
Just learned of Paul's passing and I want to extend my sincere condolences.  I met Paul at Latton's…
Just learned of Paul's passing and I want to extend my sincere c…

Very sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. I worked with him at the Garland Theater in the late 60’s. Years later, my son al…

Very sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. I worked with him at the Garland Theater in the late 60’s. Ye…

Very sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. I worked with him at the G…

Paul was a great friend to me and to the Looff Carousel. He shared his music for carousels to use in their operations. …
Paul was a great friend to me and to the Looff Carousel. He shared his music for carousels to use i…
Paul was a great friend to me and to the Looff Carousel. He shar…
I'm so sorry for your loss Dan & Karen. Paul was always amazing throughout the years. He had an amazing sense of humor,…
I'm so sorry for your loss Dan & Karen. Paul was always amazing throughout the years. He had an ama…
I'm so sorry for your loss Dan & Karen. Paul was always amazing …

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National Carousel Association

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What causes did Paul care about most?
My dear friend (I called him PDQ) He would say “I know exactly where I’m going” wh…
My dear friend (I called him PDQ) He would say “I know exactly where I’m going” when we talk…
My dear friend (I called him PDQ) He would say “I know exactly where I’m going” when we talked about our health as “g…

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Born

June 4th, 1937
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Passed away

April 27th, 2023
Spokane, WA

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Paul "Bud" Quam