Paul E. Lindau 81, of South New Berlin, New York passed away peacefully in the comfort of his own home on Monday, July 4, 2022.
He was born on April 24, 1941 in the Bronx, NY to the late Paul and Emma (Wenthe) Lindau. At the age of six his family moved to Margaretville and then to Andes, NY. He was a 1959 graduate of Andes High School. After graduation he enlisted in the Marine Corp and served from February 1960 until February 1964. He was a sea going Marine with the Mediterranean and North Atlantic Cruises on the USS Forrestal, CVA-59. He served during the Cuban Missle Crisis, (on an LST), then went to Camp Lejune with the 10th Marines and another Mediterranean Cruise on the USS Wahkiakum County LST 1162. He concluded his active duty with the Marines in Quantico, VA, in an H&S Co., to help Officer candidates become USMC Officers. In 1976, he returned to the military joining the U.S. Army Reserves in Civil Engineers/Electrical Shops where he served there for 2 years. In 1985, he joined the NY State Air National Guard where he retired with the rank of MSGT and Superintendent of Electric Shop, Stewart AFB in 2001.
After his first Military detachment he worked for Consolidated Edison Co. of New York City as an Electrician and Senior Sub-Station Operator retiring in 2002. He has also been a part time school bus driver for several school districts in Orange County, NY and a casual P&D Driver for Roadway Express for 28 years.
On January 31, 1981, Paul married his wife Pat (Drennan) Lindau in Hempstead, NY. They lived in Chester, NY for 20 years before retiring to South New Berlin, NY. where they attend St. Matthew's Episcopal Church. Paul is survived by his wife of 41 years Pat and his children; Paul and daughter-in-law Suzanne Lindau of Middletown NY; Robert Lindau and Raquel of Houston, TX.; Joe Norton of Brooklyn, NY; Carolyn Norton of Lackawana, NY; Emma Lindau of Norwich, NY and his sister Marguerete Griffin of Ocala, FL. He is also survived by his grandchildren; Jonathan, William, Michael, Dakota, Kaitlyn, Deanna, Justin, Juliana, Arryanna, Dominic and step grandsons Michael and Kristian;and his many nieces and nephews.
Paul was predeceased by his parents and sisters Bertha, Helen, Mildred and his daughter Susan Norton.
Calling hours will be Tuesday, July 12, from 2 to 4pm at Dakin Funeral Home LP, 17 North Main St., New Berlin, NY 13411.
Paul's funeral will follow on Wednesday, July 13 at 11:00 am in St. Matthew's Episcopal Church, N. Main Street, South New Berlin, NY. |
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SMSgt Bill Pullar, USAF Ret
Montgomery NY
I had the honor of serving with MSgt Lindsay as a member of the 105th Civil Engineers, Paul was a kind and generous man, he left by example and was always willing to work with the younger troops to pass along his extensive knowledge and experience, he was one of the men that made the 105th the Outstanding Unit it was. RIP Paul and to the family I am sorry for your loss
Tom and Cindy Leahy
Winchester, Virginia
We were very saddened to receive the news of Uncle Paul's passing. I will always carry fond memories of him in my heart, at various times he was friend, inspiration, role modal, and mentor to me. My (our) condolences to you and the family. Prayers, Tom and Cindy
ALICE GEIGER
DUNNELLON, FLORIDA
I WOULD LIKE TO EXTEND MY condolences to PAT AND THE EXTEMDED LINDAU FAMILY.
John & Connie Renner
Washington, New Jersey
Dear Pat and family, We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you and family on the passing of our friend, Paul. We were very shocked and saddened to learn of his death. Paul and I, (John), were good friends in high school and later kept in touch via email and a few phone calls. Once, we were even pleasantly surprised with a visit on your way home from PA, passing through New Jersey. Please accept our sincerest condolences. John & Connie (Sue) Renner
Nancy Reddan Scobie
Medford, NY
Dear Patsy and family,
Please accept my deepest condolences. My prayers are with you and your family. May Paul rest in peace.
Love,
Nancy
Robert Drennan
Glen Burnie, Md.
Sorry for Paul’s loss can seem empty at this moment. For Paul’s sake this has to be looked at as blessing and a release from the suffering he must of been going through. For those of us left behind, particularly immediate family, this is devastating. I’ll try and look at this through Paul’s eyes. Celebrate the time you had with him.
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