Little, Paul

July 2, 2024

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Date of Service: July 5, 2024

PAUL GEOFFREY LITTLE passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer.

Paul is survived by his loving wife Sharon of 55 years, son Trevor, daughter Becky (Scott), his sister Shelley (Dave), numerous cousins, and his grand-dog Joon.

Known for his kind and gentle nature Paul was generous and loving, and people were drawn to his positivity. Throughout his life he enjoyed being outside fishing and camping, looking at old cars, and his garden flowers. His also enjoyed the laughs and conversations with all his coffee buddies.

Paul had a proud and distinguished career spending 32 years with the Lethbridge Fire Department, retiring in 2007 as the Chief Fire Marshall. While not quite ready to fully retire, Dad joined the City of Lethbridge School Bus Driver team from 2009 - 2015. He loved all the young people who rode his buses and they put many a great smile on his face.

Paul’s positivity carried on even in the years he battled cancer and he will be lovingly remembered by all who knew him.

The family thanks the entire team at the Jack Addy Cancer Centre, the team on 4C at the Chinook Regional Hospital, and Cornerstone Funeral Home for the amazing care of Paul.

Everyone is welcome to attend a come and go reception with the family at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2825-32 Street South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, July 5, 2024 from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M. We look forward to hearing your memories.

Sharon and family Jill and I were so sorry to hear of Pauls passing. Paul was truly a leader to look up to. His gentle nature and calm demeanour were traits which made him so successful as a Chief and brother. He truly was one of the "Good Guys". I will always remember him. Glen

Glen Leffingwell, July 6, 2024

Becky & Trevor, I’m truly sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a great guy and will be missed.

Derek Chomiak , July 5, 2024

Thinking of all of you

Bernadine Wojtowicz , July 5, 2024

Wanted to send our condolences to all of you in the passing of Paul. Our family enjoyed seeing Paul at the Fire Dept., as him and my Dad Hugo Fiedler were firefighters together. We are sad to hear of Paul’s passing and our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

Connie & Scott Boulton, July 5, 2024

Sharon, we are so sorry to hear about Paul's passing. Our visit with Paul at the cancer center in June was a real good visit, not knowing it would be our last. We were both doing our treatments and had chairs close to each other. We had a few laughs as we talked. I'm so glad we got that special time with him. We wish you well Sharon. Rest in peace buddy. Tom & Kathy Obermeyer

Tom Obermeyer, July 5, 2024

I had the great opportunity to work with Paul while he was the Chief Fire Marshall in the "Old Courthouse". Even though he was not directly my boss, he had a big influence on me. I watched his leadership of the members of the Fire Prevention Bureau and admired the way he handled things. He was well respected in the department and left the bureau in fine shape when he retired. Although he wanted to, he never did throw his computer "out of the window" when he left! Rest easy brother-we have it from here!

Dave Heatherington, July 5, 2024

Becky and family. It was such a pleasure working with your dad in Fire Prevention and getting to know him. Paul was down to earth, respected and aways made me feel at ease. What a great man!

Chris Ingold, July 5, 2024

Sharon and family, we are unable to attend the come and go for Paul. I so enjoyed working for Paul, he was my favorite boss (besides Doug). We had a good group working together so much that they played jokes on each other. Like Russ Brayne and the sheep, Russ having to rescue the lamb from his dugout and then Russ giving Paul the pig that ran around his office. Paul was special and he will be missed. He fought a great battle. Our prayers and condolences are with everyone. Carol and Joe Karl

Carol Karl, July 5, 2024

Rest in peace Paul, to the Little family sincere condolences on your loss. I met Paul many years ago when he was the Chief Fire Marshall at the Lethbridge Fire Department. He was a true gentleman with a quiet sense of humour, warm smile and great knowledge of fire related investigations. I also had the pleasure of working with him at the City Of Lethbridge School Bus Operations where he was a standout driver and loved by his kids and co-workers. He had a calming influence on his kids that was noted by everyone. I will miss him.

Bob Cottingham, July 4, 2024

My sympathies in the passing of Paul. I was always thrilled when I could replace Carol Karl when she was off so I could work for him.

Jennie Cherniwchan , July 4, 2024

Sharon, Becky and Trevor I am so sorry to hear of dad and husbands passing. Bless his soul! He was a good man and leader at the Lethbridge Fire Department. He was a friend and partner which I will Cherish forever.

Dwayne McKnight, July 4, 2024

I met Paul when I was serving with the Lethbridge Police Service, and Paul serving with the Fire Department. Paul and I worked together with the youth in public education programs and public awareness programming. Later we worked together again when I was in Forensics and Paul the Chief Fire Marshall. Paul was a great mentor and had a real passion for the children. He was very much appreciated by all and will be missed as one of the good guys. My condolences and best wishes to the family.

Merle Fuller, July 4, 2024

Becky and the Little Family...my condolences on the passing of Paul. Years back, when I was at the Exhibition, Paul cordially assisted me in situations that had to do with Fire Safety. I always appreciated his banter....and his candid manner. My prayers are with you.

Doug Kryzanowski, July 4, 2024

I met Paul and Sharon while taking care of Paul's Mom, Alice. He was kind and patient and always had a smile. My condolences to you Sharon and Shelley and families

Anna Mae Brouwer, July 4, 2024

We are very sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. We share our condolences with you all. He was a wonderful neighbour to us - even for only for the last few years. Always a cheery and warm greeting.

Cam & Cheryl Acheson, July 4, 2024

Becky, I am so sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. As you know, I thought a lot of him and enjoyed every minute working for him, during a short period. His quiet and personable demeanour made him the person he was. My thoughts are with you through these trying times. Hold on to your special memories of your Dad, for I’m sure there were many.

Carla Elfring, July 4, 2024

To Sharon & family. So sorry for your loss. We had a real good visit with Paul two weeks ago while he & I had our treatments at the cancer center. Kathy & I got to have such a good visit with him and so very happy we had that time with him. You both are such dear friends we will miss him so much. Your all in our thoughts and prayers. Tom & Kathy Obermeyer.

Tom & Kathy, July 4, 2024

So very sorry to the family for the loss of your husband and Dad

Linda Cole, July 3, 2024

Sorry for your loss.

Colette Jones, July 3, 2024

Sharon and family. I am truly sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. He put up a great fight and now he can Rest In Peace. I hope I time that you and your family can find peace as well.

Helen Zubach, July 3, 2024

Little, Paul

Date of Service: July 5, 2024

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