PAUL M. GRATTON

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PAUL M. GRATTON October 10, 1974 - February 20, 2004 NOTHING GOLD CAN STAY Natures first green is gold, Her hardest hue to hold. Her early leafs a flower, But only so an hour. The leaf subsides to leaf. So Eden sank to grief, So dawn goes down to day. Nothing gold can stay. With great sorrow, Pauls family mourns with loved ones, the loss of their beloved "Paulo" who passed away peacefully in the presence of family and friends at the age of 29 years. He will be thought of and remembered with love every day by his father, Maurice Gratton, his mother, Marie Chartier (Clive Taylor), big brother Leo Gratton (Mona), his two adoring nephews, Daniel and Bradyn Gratton; sister Diane Steinke (Darrell) his best friend Chris Thomas; treasured grandmother Isabelle Chartier, and his many aunts and uncles, cousins and friends. Paul will always be remembered for his great sense of humour and his ability to bring a smile to the faces of everyone he knew. He was raised on a farm in St. Adolphe which gave him an appreciation and love for the outdoors. Paul had many fun loving interests such as his target practicing, snowmobiling, travelling and Second World War and Nascar collections. He loved life! Paul recently built his home on an acreage next door to his big brother Leo, where he enjoyed working the land, planting trees, and spending quality time with his family and friends. Paul was an extraordinary uncle to his two nephews, both of which were blessed to have Paul live nearby. He spoiled them with his infinite love and affection. The family would like to take this opportunity to thank all of the family and friends who, over the past five months, have spent countless hours by Pauls bedside. Paul never spent a single daylight hour alone, ensuring that he knew how special and loved he was. Special mention goes to Chris Thomas and parents, Faye and Dave Thomas, Auntie Edith and Uncle Noel Chartier and to his Uncle Robert and Sandra Chartier. A special thanks also goes to the compassionate staff of GA5 of the Health Sciences Centre for doing their best to make Pauls stay with them, and the familys time there, more endurable. Thank you. Funeral services will be held at the St. Boniface Cathedral on Saturday, February 28 at 10:00 a.m. Fr. Paul Campeau will celebrate the funeral mass. Private interment will take place at a later date. "Spice", we miss you already, your quick sense of humour, bright eyes and beautiful smile. We know that you are still with us in spirit, watching over us until we meet again. "May God care for you as you did for us." LECLAIRE BROTHERS in care of arrangements. 775-2220

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 23, 2004