Mr. Paul S. Mazloom, Sr.

UTICA – Mr. Paul S. Mazloom, Sr., age 89, passed away on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, in the comfort and dignity of his home and surrounded by the love of his family – especially his loving and devoted wife of 60 years, Gina, who had been his primary caregiver through his many health issues especially these past four years. Paul was born in Frackville, PA, on September 12, 1932, to the late Abdou and Nazha (Zogby) Mazloom. Paul attended St. Agnes Elementary School, Utica Catholic Academy, and T.R. Proctor High School. Sixty years ago, the couple met and they courted until their marriage on the 4th of July in 1963. He found his perfect match: the former Gina Roman. God knew Paul’s goodness and chose Gina for this wonderful man and great provider. The couple welcomed six children into their lives, whose needs Paul always made sure were met. They were a great team. In the early years, Paul worked fervently to provide for his family and Gina remained vigilante to the care of their children and their home. In the latter years, Gina so gracefully attended to Paul’s health needs with a meticulous demeanor. A hard worker and an ambitious leader from age 5, Paul began by shining shoes and picking up scrap; he was a self-employed man who ran delivery and courier services, he snow plowed for decades in his Jeep which he named “Gina”, and was a landlord for several Utica properties. He hopped behind the wheel and drove to his destination for everywhere he needed to go. While working to deliver groceries for various local stores, Paul also befriended many local young men who assisted him in his routes. He was benevolent to them, and many have never forgotten his kindness to this very day. In the later years of his career, Paul’s endeavors shifted more toward his passions; he made available his talents of refinishing and detailing wood products with great detail and care. Indeed, Paul was a talented and meticulous craftsman. Paul was born in the depression years and prioritized the parochial education of his six children. Paul was undeniably a good family man. He dedicated Sundays to family events and taught his children the value of family while instilling a strong work ethic in them. He was always able to bring the family on an annual summer vacation. His most cherished trip was Disney World where he enjoyed the Small World attraction most of all. He was proud of the honest and determined people they had proven to be. He was a charitable man of many values and talents which included delivering Thanksgiving meals with the Meals on Wheels program. A master storyteller and a man of his word, Paul was also a people person, often visiting acquaintances who were quick to become friends. He was affectionately known as “Uncle Paul” throughout town and his family referred to him as “Jidde”, a term of endearment especially belonging to his cherished grandchildren who truly admired him for the person he was. When they were young, Paul watched the grandkids after school, showing them his daily routine. They loved their time with him! Another virtue of Paul’s included his ability to find deals wherever he went. Like his late cherished dad, Paul knew how to stretch a dollar, and was always willing to lend a helping hand to those who were less fortunate than him. After many years in 2009, he fulfilled his wish of visiting his parent’s hometown in Lebanon. His Arabic was so impeccable that the townsfolk asked him when he emigrated to America. One could tell of Paul’s life events based on him speaking of what year it was and what car he drove. He was especially proud of his 1931 Devaux which was the exact make and model of his beloved Dad’s car who passed away when Paul was a young child. A faithful man, Paul’s home parish was St. Louis Gonzaga Church. He particularly appreciated the after-services and the accompanying fried dough, coffee, and story-telling. Paul is survived by his wife Gina, who was his advocate for his well-being and who was always by his side; and his cherished children and their loves, Paul Mazloom, Jr. and Virginia Brunnett, Peter Mazloom and Katherine Alcauskas, Camley Mazloom and Ralph DeNicola, Joseph Mazloom, Jennifer and husband Jeff Patles, and Stephanie Mazloom and husband Dr. Jake Hammonds. Paul will live on in the hearts of his beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Jessica Mazloom-Moorehead and husband Joseph Moorehead, and the anticipation of their first child and Paul’s great-grandchild whose arrival will be in May, and Stephen Mazloom and his son Brady; Madeline, and Emma Mazloom; Matthew Delach (Camley’s son); and Zaiah, Maya, and Hanna Hammonds. Paul leaves behind his brother and his wife, Albert S. and Elinor Mazloom, and their family; as well as Mary Mazloom, who was the wife of Paul’s late brother Fred Mazloom, and their family. Paul was predeceased by his additional siblings: Adele S. Mazloom, Nabeha Mazloom, who passed away in childhood, and Richard Mazloom. Paul will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews, and cousins; his wife Gina’s sisters and their husbands, Martha and Ronnie Mancuso and their family, Bernadette and Jim Pedlow and their family, and Anna Milazzo. Additionally, Paul shared in many special friendships. The family would like to extend their gratitude to the physicians and staff who cared for Paul: Dr. Jerry Sloan, Dr. Sultana Razia, Dr. Fred Talarico, Dr. Dayal Raja, Dr. Ahmad Mian, the dialysis staff at St. Luke’s Home especially Maria Gibson, and his home health aide Kelly Williams. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 21, 2022, from 4-7 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. Paul’s funeral service will commence at 7:00 p.m. upon the conclusion of calling hours. In lieu of floral offerings, memorial donations may be made to the American Heart Association, online at https://www.heart.org; the American Diabetes Association, online at https://www.diabetes.org/?form=Donate; or to the American Kidney Fund, online at https://www.kidneyfund.org; envelopes will also be available at the funeral home. Interment will take place in Calvary Cemetery at the convenience of the family.

Mr. Paul S. Mazloom, Sr.

September 12, 1932 - March 16, 2022