John Frederick Paul
John F. Paul passed away on August 22, 2024, at the age of 84 in League City, Texas. Born on January 24, 1940, in Salisbury, Maryland, John was known for his integrity, dedication, and sharp wit. A snappy dresser with a dry sense of humor, he was deeply committed to his roles as a devoted husband, loving father, and grandfather.
John grew up in Wilmington, Delaware, met and fell in love with Kathy in 1960. In 1981 the family made a bold move to League City, Texas to continue his long career with Amoco Chemical. Over 40 years John was respected for his keen work ethic and commitment to integrity. He also served in the Air Force Reserves for a time, demonstrating his patriotism and love of his country.
Outside of his professional life, John was an avid golfer and spent a great part of his life giving significantly to his community through various roles, including volunteering with the League City Police Department and “calling them like he sees them” as a Little League umpire and consultant. John even had the high honor of umpiring in the Little League World Series in 2002.
His most recent award, the John F. Paul Milestone Award, is named in his honor for logging 8000 lifetime hours with the League City Police Department. He was further honored with the naming of the John F. Paul Little League Field and John F. Paul Memorial Golf Tournament benefiting League City VIP outreach programs.
John’s daily example of “showing up for others” and faithful devotion to service will truly be missed by his family, friends and community.
John is survived by his daughter, Terrilyn Paul Crowley and her husband, Brad Crowley; son, Ricky Paul and his wife, Paige Paul; daughter, Donna Stiles and her husband, Jim Stiles; granddaughters Darby Paul, Jaclyn Stiles Trout; and grandson, Brad Stiles; and brother, Charles Paul; along with many close family members and numerous friends. He was preceded in death by his cherished wife of 40 years Katherine (Kathy) Paul, and his parents, Frederick and Virginia Paul, and sister, Betty Twilley.
A celebration of life will be held at Clear Creek Community Church in League City, Texas, on Friday, September 27, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. Crowder Funeral Home in League City, Texas, is assisting the family with arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests to please consider a donation to the League City Community Outreach or League City Little League, honoring John’s dedication to his community and his passion for sports. Donations can be mailed to:
League City PD, 555 W. Walker Street, League City, TX, 77573. Make checks payable to: League City Community Outreach.
League City Little League, PO Box 367, League City, TX, 77574.
Online Donations:
League City Community Outreach: https://square.link/u/RA2WbYD3
League City Little League: https://square.link/u/yIUK6txS
JP, you will be sorely missed by so many people. Your contributions to Little League and the Police Department are insurmountable. Blessings to your family and friends during this solemn time. God Bless.
Will miss my Golf friend of many years.He leaves a legacy with his Police volunteering plus years with little League Condolences to family at this sad time
JP was one of my mentors back when I first started with Little League and later one of my partners when he wasn’t my supervisor at misc tournaments. He definitely loved the program. There is an empty spot there that can never be filled. R.I.P.My Friend!
I know many of us umpires will miss John Paul.
He was instrumental in helping
many umpires advance through to higher levels in the Little
League Program.
John Paul was always the sharpest dressed guy in the room !!!!
John our most dear friend, but not just a friemd but more like Family. Mary Jane and I have the greatest memories from the last 55years. Cookouts at the beach, fishing offshore, Winston’s in Rehoboth, Thatcher’s in Ocean City, John and I golfing usually twice a year in Florida the list goes on and on. John, we will miss you terribly. We Love you and your Family. We pray daily for your Soul. May the spirit of the Lord rest your soul.
I will always remember Mr. Paul as the smart, dry humored, patient dad of my my best friend! We will miss you!
John,
I will sincerely miss you when planning or reviewing a Little League Season.
Your input was extremely valuable. Our discussions during Little League Games were something I will always remember. Your knowledge of Little League was very broad.
You were a person who definitely placed the Children of Little League First and foremost.
John, thank you for all that you’ve done. You will always be loved and forever missed.
Joe L. Patterson Sr.
Texas East State Coordinator
John Paul, you are already greatly missed around the PD. I miss your presence, your funny jokes as well as help with VIP tasks. It will never be the same without you. Rest well friend.
Ricky :
I was so sorry to hear about the death of your Dad .
Sending you and your family my deepest condolences for your great loss !
Praying for the Lord to give you a peace that comes from only Him .
John will be sadly missed by both Ralph and I. We were like family away from home. Will certainly miss him at our three hour luncheons at our house. He was an example of true friendship,an excellent husband and father. He gave his all whether it was. PD, golf,or Littler League.