MCINTOSH, Paul
Peacefully at his home in on Monday, March 25, 2024, Paul McIntosh passed away with his beloved wife by his side.
Born in the Souris Lighthouse on November 10, 1938, to the late Andrew and Cecilia (Cahill) McIntosh, he was aged 85 years.
He will be forever loved by his wife, Virginia (MacDonald) McIntosh and remembered as a caring and supportive father to Karen, Arthur (Barb), and Carla McIntosh (Greg Murphy). Paul was a proud Grampie to Shawn Smith, Justin McIntosh (Miranda), Daniel McIntosh (Micah), Nichole Shewchuk (Mitch), Kara Blanchette (Marc), Alexander Vuozzo, Marshall Vuozzo (Shawna), Josie McIntosh (Brady) and great-grandfather to Brooklyn, Paisley, Asher, Kyler, Jayden and Liam whom he all dearly loved. He leaves behind his siblings, Frankie McIntosh (Anna; deceased), Faye Chisholm (John), Arlene Arora (Deepak), Donald McIntosh (Linda; deceased), Deborah MacGregor (Aubrey; deceased), Eric McIntosh (Bev), Ian McIntosh; and brother-in-law, Cyril Gallant along with numerous nieces and nephews. In addition, he is survived by his sisters-in-law, Marion MacLellan (Frank; deceased), and Mamie MacKinnon (Kenny; deceased).
Predeceased by his sister, Betty Gallant; brothers, Jimmy McIntosh (Laura), Andy McIntosh and brother-in-law, Rueben MacDonald (Helen).
Paul left the town of Souris at a young age of 17 to join the military. He served in many units such as, The Royal Canadian Regiment, Blackwatch (U.N. Peacekeeping tour of duty-Cyprus), Airborne Regiment, 5th Canadian Combat Training Center (Missile Instructor), 3rd Mechanized Commando, and The Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry. After 24 years of service, he retired to St. Peters Bay, PE, where he, his wife and family settled into their new home. Paul spent the next two years working on their property. After two years of retirement, he joined the PEI Regiment and from there he was given the opportunity to re-enlist in the regular force with the Katimavik Military Option Program in Camp Aldershot, NS, for three years. From there he went on to have a 15-year career with The Department of Justice and Public Safety with the province of Prince Edward Island.
He loved history and geography, and it showed when the family traveled all across Canada and Europe; each destination had a lesson. Paul and Virginia enjoyed music and attended most musical events around the Maritimes. Paul loved his close friendship with his cousin Andy and enjoyed hearing him play the pipes. He will be forever remembered for his big heart, and generosity without recognition, as he never wanted to see others go without. Paul will be forever missed by his friends and family.
Resting at Dingwell Funeral Home in Souris. Visiting hours will take place at the Dr. Roddie Community Centre, St. Peters Bay, PE, on Tuesday, April 2, from 4-7 p.m. A Funeral Mass will be held at the St. Peters Bay Roman Catholic Church, St. Peters Bay, on Wednesday, April 3, at 1 p.m. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Paul can be made to the Souris Food Bank. Online condolences can be made at: www.dingwellfh.ca