Paul Kalil Zogby

Mr. Paul Kalil Zogby, age 65, of Utica, passed away on Monday, July 17, 2006, in the comfort of his home after a courageous battle with cancer. His loving family was by his side at the time of his passing. Born in Utica on November 15, 1940, Paul was the son of the late Salem “Joseph” and Julia (Zakby) Zogby. Raised and educated locally, he attended T. R. Proctor High School. Paul was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, having proudly served his country aboard the U.S.S. Shangrila. On September 27, 1997, Paul was joined in marriage with the former Sally J. McOwen. They shared a loving and devoted union. Locally, Paul was a prominent member of the Utica Police Department, retiring after 20 years of loyal and faithful service. His expertise was in the Narcotics Task Force where he was instrumental in the fight against drugs. He was proud to handle and tend to Sheeba, the K-9 member of the UPD. Upon his retirement from the Utica Police Department, Mr. Zogby owned and operated his own construction business, and concurrently he held a position with the Visiting Nurses Association. He also volunteered his efforts to The Abraham House, and he drove a school bus for Birnie Bus up until his illness. Paul fulfilled a lifelong dream of returning to Lebanon with his special cousin Wadih Zogby. At home, he took pride in cooking his special Lebanese cuisine. A lover of nature and the outdoors, Paul was an avid fisherman, hunter, and gardener. He was a communicant of St. Louis Gonzaga Church, a member of the American Legion Utica Post #229 and at one time served as Councilman for the 5th Ward. Paul is survived by his wife, Sally; two sons and daughters-in-law, Joseph R. and Laurie Zogby of Deansboro, NY, and Christopher S. and Ann Zogby of Alexandria, VA; and their mother, Mary Marrone of Utica; his grandchildren, Megan Zogby, Jessica Zogby, both of Deansboro, NY; a step-daughter, Cheryl and Paul Manos of Greenwich, CT; a step-son, John Migliacci; his step-grandchildren, Lindsey Manos and Bailey Manos. Also surviving is a brother and sister-in-law, Peter S. and Kim Zogby of Hartwich, GA; and friends, Joyce G. Griencko, Ray Centolella, and Carmen DeCicco. Paul was predeceased by two sisters, Sarah Hope and Mariam Rush. The family offers its sincere thanks to Hospice & Palliative Care Inc. for their care and compassion. Thanks also to Paul’s physicians, Dr. DeSai and Dr. Mandour, Paul’s cousin, for their conscientious care and professionalism. In addition, words of appreciation to his wife Sally’s sisters, Pat, Mary, and Kathy for their love and devotion. Visitation will be held today (Thursday) from 4-8 at the Eannace Funeral Home, Inc., 932 South St., corner of Hammond Ave. The Prayer of Incense will be offered on Thursday at 7:30 at the funeral home. For those wishing to do so, please consider memorial contributions in Paul’s honor to The Abraham House; envelopes will be available at the funeral home. Mr. Zogby’s funeral will commence on Friday morning at 9:00 from the funeral home and at 10:00 at St. Louis Gonzaga Church, where the Divine Liturgy of the Faithful Departed will be celebrated. Interment will take place with Military Honors in Calvary Cemetery.

Paul Kalil Zogby

November 15, 1940 - July 17, 2006