In Celebration of

Paul Szlichta

October 21, 1952 - June 16, 2024

At St. Peter's Hospital, Hamilton on Sunday, June 19, 2024, After a long battle with cancer, Paul Szlichta at the age of 71 years passed away peacefully in his sleep. Beloved son of the late Selma and Michael Szlichta. Dear brother of Peter Szlichta (Maria). Paul will be fondly remembered by cousins both here in Canada, the USA, and friends. Paul’s deep love for sports during his entire life allowed him to engage in team sports both in football and hockey at Purdue University in the USA during his collegiate years. During his years of retirement Paul continued his passion in spending many hours in mastering the skills of fishing.

Special thanks go to Paul’s neighbour Karen who has over the years been of great assistance to Paul’s needs, and to the palliative care nurses at St. Peter’s Hospital.

Visitation at Bay Gardens Funeral Home - "William J. Markey Chapel", 947 Rymal Road East, HAMILTON (905.574.0405) on Friday, June 21st from 9:30 am - 10:30 am. Burial will follow at Mount Hamilton Cemetery, Hamilton. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations made to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated.

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Karen Iles (Neighbour/friend)

Entered June 19, 2024 from Hamilton

My deepest heartfelt condolences to Peter and Maria. Paul was such a gentle giant with such a kind heart. He was a great person to have as a neighbour and friend. He will truly be missed .. Rest in peace Paul

Yancy (Lisa) Mattheis (Cousin)

Entered June 19, 2024 from Pearland, TX

Our condolences on Paul’s passing. I only had brief moments in time with Paul and yet they were fond memories I will always cherish. - Yancy.

Joe Erchenian (Ertsenian) (Highschool Team Mates)

Entered July 11, 2024 from Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

I have a fund memory of Paul as an athlete and a fellow student at Scott Park High.
The first person to congradulate me after we won the 1971 city basketball championship was Paul jumping over all other schollmates to get to me.
Rest in Peace My Friend!

Joe Boyar (H.S. Schoolmate & teamate football & basketball)

Entered July 11, 2024 from Vancouver B.C.

So sad to learn of Paul's demise. He is fondly remembered by many for his athleticism, esp. his great throwing arm in football, probably something he developed when he was connected with the Hamilton TigerCats CFL football team. He also enjoyed playing on our Scott Park Basketball team. Always, a great sense of humour.

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