Paul Vitale
June 9, 1937 – October 10, 2024
Beloved husband of Marilyn Vitale (Maurer) of sixty-six years; loving father of Douglas (Jo Ann) Lang, Nancy Vitale (Noedel), David (Linda) Vitale, and Daniel (Lori) Vitale; adoring grandfather of Joshua (Kara) Lang, Erin (Blake) Randolph, Maggie (Dave) Graf, Matthew (Alyssa) Noedel, Anthony Vitale, Olivia Vitale, Elizabeth (Rollin) Jackson, Paul (Jessi) Vitale, Chrissy Hauf, and DJ Hauf; cherished great-grandfather of Brecken, Rowynn, Augustus Lang, Zoey Graf, Cooper and Jackson Vitale; dear brother of the late Thomas (Joan) Vitale, the late Josephine (Francis) Dower, the late Vito Vitale, the late Joseph (Joyce) Vitale, the late Virginia (Jack) Bohan, Frances (Bob Wangler) Wilkerson, and John Artusi; our dearest brother-in-law, uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend to many.
Paul achieved the level of tenth grade education and went to work to support his family. He went on to become a printer working at Inter-City Manufacturing and worked in the catering department under corporate services for Anheuser Busch companies.
Paul served his community and his country by being involved with the Army National Guard, the Boy Scouts of America, the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. He served in the Army Reserve from February 1955 thru January 1963 in the Company One – 138th Infantry, achieving the rank of Sergeant First Class and squadron leader.
Paul actively served and participated in the Boy Scouts of America. He served as Scoutmaster of Troop 217 and the Neighborhood Chairperson of the Grant Scout District. He was the proud father of three sons who all achieved Eagle Scout status.
Paul was a member of the Crestwood Lodge of Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks BPOE 2503 for over forty years. He served as an officer of the lodge in the role of secretary. He represented the Lodge within the community at fundraising activities and honoring the work of students with scholarships the organization supported.
Paul was sweet, charming, and adorable to all he met.
Services: Visitation from 4p.m. to 8p.m., on Monday, October 14th, 2024, at KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL, 10151 Gravois Rd. In lieu of flowers, contributions to BackStoppers in Paul’s memory and support of emergency first responders.
To Marilyn, Danny and Lori, Daniel, and all of Paul’s family. So sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. I know what a special person he has been in your lives. Upon meeting him, I also experienced his sincere, caring personality. I know how proud he was of his family. I remember his display of his life’s collectibles, and the pride he so deserved. Life well lived. May all the good memories be your comfort. Jenny Southworth
So sorry to hear about Paul’s passing. He was such a great cook. I was lucky enough to enjoy his pasta and Italian sausages on on many occasions. My friendship with his son, Douglas, gave me a backstage pass. Great family man and friend. Thanks for your service to your country and the community. Godspeed.