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1:24pm Tuesday 6th November 2007

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By Sara Nelson »

WITNESSES to a fatal road accident are being asked to step forward.

The crash, which occurred on the A227 Wrotham Road, in Meopham, claimed the life of 46-year-old Paul Philpot.

Mr Philpot was riding a motorcycle at around 1.50pm when he collided with a grey Audi A3 on Sunday (November 4).

Another motorcycle was also involved in the crash, which took place on the main road just outside the George Inn Public House.

Mr Philpot, of Hurst Road, Erith, was pronounced dead at the scene.

The second motorcyclist and the driver of the Audi A3 were treated for minor injuries and shock.

The road was closed for around 5 hours while forensics officers and police officers from Kent Police Serious Collision Investigation Unit gathered evidence.

Mr Philpot's wife, Karen, paid tribute to her "wonderful" husband.

She said: "Paul was a wonderful husband and father, with such a passion for life.

"He was much-loved by all who knew him and he will leave a big hole in the lives of his family and friends who all miss him dearly."

If anyone witnessed this collision or has any other information, please contact Sergeant Stephen Freeman from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit on 01622 798538

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Tracy, Bexleyheath says...
10:15pm Tue 6 Nov 07

Devastated. My heart goes out to Karen and her children. Our thoughts are with you all. Such a tragic waste. x

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Carol, Bexleyheath says...
8:21am Wed 7 Nov 07

No one can ever take your place, God Bless, Sweet Dreams.
Carol x

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Rose Breton, says...
8:29am Wed 7 Nov 07

Worked with Paul at the Woolwich HQ Bexleyheath.Paul loved life, his laughter could always be heard around the building.Will be missed by all who knew him.

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Ray, crayford says...
8:36am Wed 7 Nov 07

Still can't believe the sad news I've been
on many ride outs with
Paul and seen him as one of the most safe,always looked out
for himself and others
around him,a great mate and good bloke you meet him once and he treated you like you known him years,our thoughts are
with karen and family
Ray.

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Darren, Belvedere says...
10:16am Wed 7 Nov 07

Use to see Paul at the Woolwich HQ gym. Paul would always chat and make you laugh... Such sad news to hear, and my thoughts are with his family and friends...

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Cath & Tony, Erith says...
12:02pm Wed 7 Nov 07

What a sad loss to us all, we're stunned by this awful loss and our thoughts are with Karen & her children & family who have lost such a good man & friend

Rest in Peace x

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lee, Bexleyheath says...
2:54pm Wed 7 Nov 07

My heart goes out to Karen and Family. I worked with Paul and he was a wonderful happy man. God bless Paul. We will miss you.

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Gary Andrews, Berrynarbor, Devon says...
4:46pm Wed 7 Nov 07

I have just heard from my sister Val Philpot of the terrible news of Pauls death.I have known Paul for over 25 years he & Karen were a lovely couple. Whenever you met Paul he was so happy & full of life, I am so shocked & saddened by the news. In a world of miserable s*ds we shouldn't lose the nice ones
-R.I.P.mate. Our thoughts are now with Karen,the kids Charlie & Carol.

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Laura Philpot, Hurst Road says...
6:40pm Wed 7 Nov 07

thankyou everyone that has supported my family through comments,cards, flowers and even words, we really appreciate your kind thoughts during this difficult time.
my dad was an outgoing,funny,amazi
ng man that loved to help those around him if he could.
we just have to remember the good times that we have shared with my dad,and feel lucky that he has been in our lives, even if it was only for 18years!!
always in our hearts and never forgotten.
REST IN PEACE PAPS!!!
xXx

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paul bannan, Sidcup says...
7:28pm Wed 7 Nov 07

Worked with Paul for 15 yrs at the Woolwich.He,ll be sadly missed by all that knew him. R.I.P mate.

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Paul O'Conor, Germany says...
7:31pm Wed 7 Nov 07

Worked with Paul at the Woolwich (Group Security). What a great bloke, will be truely missed. My heart goes out to Karen and the kids.
R.I.P Big Boy

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Bekki, says...
8:59pm Wed 7 Nov 07

Paul was an amazing character that could always put a smile on everyones faces. He will be dearly missed by everyone around him. My heart goes out to the family. Being friends with Laura his daughter has enabled me to see that he will never be forgotton and will always have a place in our hearts. Rest in peace Paul. xXx

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C, says...
9:07pm Wed 7 Nov 07

All my love goes out to family and friends of Paul, i knew that he loved his family very dearly and i know how proud he was of them. He will never be forgotton and will live on forever in our hearts xoxox

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Emma, says...
9:28pm Wed 7 Nov 07

All my love and support goes to this wonderful family and no way will he ever be forgotten! He gave us one of the best friends anyone could ask for and his laughter and happiness is shared with us everyday we spend with laura. From the times we met him we have so many memories of his sense of humour and the love he showed towards his family. Love to Laura and her whole family! x x x x x

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Laura Philpot, north heath says...
9:47pm Wed 7 Nov 07

Forgot to mention before, if anyone wants information about my dads funeral,or would just like to share good memories with my family you can email me at
lauraxloox@hotmail.c
om
you can email me with anything you want to know! i would love to hear from his friends.
xXx

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Vanessa, says...
11:30pm Wed 7 Nov 07

My thoughts are with the family as they remember such a lovely,funny,caring husband and father.He was so proud of his family who he loved dearly.Never forget your memories,you have those forever.Love to all the family xxx

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Deonne, Bexleyheath says...
10:17am Thu 8 Nov 07

Such a sad loss for all who knew Paul, I hope he knows how much he is loved by all who knew him. Memories of a funny caring man who will always be missed. Sleep well x

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Chrissy, London says...
10:49am Thu 8 Nov 07

Paul - a lovely funny kind and caring man. Such a sad time for his wife and family my heart goes out to them. His laughter and comedy will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Sleep in peace, you were loved by so many friends. x

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Harry, Hurst road says...
12:24pm Thu 8 Nov 07

What a Waste to have lost one of hurst roads greatest members i have shared good times with all the philpots and my heart goes out to you all its hard to find the right words to say but if you need me im here for all of you
Paul you will be deeply missed thankyou for being such a big part in our hearts and in the community. Thankyou .
RIP Harry.

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Gemma Combe, Bexleyheath says...
12:52pm Thu 8 Nov 07

I still cannot believe that such a good man has gone. I will deeply miss him, even when he used to nag me about my drinking! you will always be remembered for your happy demeanour, your dance moves and your biking. He was like a second dad and will always be in my thoughts, as are his family.

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miskin75, Medway says...
12:53pm Thu 8 Nov 07

Paul
You ride away from us
but your memory will last longer than your life farewell my friend.Our hearts go out too karen. Laura. John. James

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jamie wynne, se14 5jf says...
1:30pm Thu 8 Nov 07

unfortunalty i only knew paul for roughly 3 months, but within that short space of time i could see what a great man he really was. i could see that he was a provider, always there for his family no matter what, he adored his wife carren and 3 chrildren laura, john and james,and not to forget floyd his much loved dog. my heart goes out to all of them. like laura said in her previous comment, everyone should remember the good times and feel lucky for the time that paul graced our lives with. Rest in peace paul

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kevin vousden, hampshire says...
3:02pm Thu 8 Nov 07

I had not seen Paul in ages and only recently received an email from him as we had not made a contact for a long while. I was totally shocked and upset when my parents rang me this week to tell me the tragic news. Being in the Fire Service means I have attendend many traffic collisions on the roads and see first hand the devasation caused by all vehicles in situations like this. The pain and loss to any family must simply be horrific. I still ride a bike myself and am now questioning whether I should still ride? My heart goes out to Karen and Pauls family xxx

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Clive, Sidcup says...
3:07pm Thu 8 Nov 07

I worked with Paul for 12 years and have never met a funnier kinder man, I and everyone who knew him will never forget such a special friend, my heart goes out to the family. Rest in Peace Paul x

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John Borlotti, New York USA says...
5:36pm Thu 8 Nov 07

Paul was more than a brother-in-law to me, he has been a central, vital and dearly loved part of my family for almost all my life. All of us are simply devastated by losing him, Karen has lost the love and rock of her life, John, James and Laura, a truly superb and loving dad, and I have lost my big brother. Having read all the lovely, heartfelt messages of those who were lucky enough to have met him, I feel so proud. Thank you everyone who has shared their memories of Paul with us.
Good bye Paul.

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rob whiffen and family, erith says...
7:13pm Thu 8 Nov 07

paul was a great friend of mine, and the family. such tragic news and still cannot believe its true. such a lovely bloke, and would do anything for anyone. he always made us laugh, always smiling with his facial expressions and his funny voices. our thoughts go out to karen and children.

never be forgotton.

rob, shaoron and girls xxx

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bubble, slade green says...
7:15pm Thu 8 Nov 07

barse miss u loads been around 42years what a mate us and the wives well what can i say karen we loves u lots in our hearts and prayers will still be there always john,james,laura carry on your dads happiness love and laughter x x x this does not suit u sir !!!!! aoh !!!!

ALL OUR LOVE
bubble margaret jack and lauren x x x x x x

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Emma, Belvedere says...
8:50pm Thu 8 Nov 07

Paul. What an amazing man, loved by all who knew him. It still hasnt sunk in yet and i find myself in tears everytime i think about it. He had a warm heart and would have you in stitches of laughter given the chance. Ive been friends with Laura for years now and can see how much he means to her, Karen, John and James, who really looked up to this amazing man. You will be sorely missed Paul by everyone! You're all in my thoughts and prayers! Love you all lots.. I'll be over again to see you soon! Rest In Peace Paul! ****

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Laura, Newcastle says...
10:22pm Thu 8 Nov 07

I knew Paul for just over a year, & in that time I grew to love everything about him. He welcomed me into the family like I'd known him for years. He was hilarious, always laughing & joking, even at himself. He absolutely adored his wife & his 3 gorgeous children. Such a wonderful man who really would do anything for anyone. Cruel that a life so precious has been taken. All we can do now is remember the good times & help each other get through the pain day by day. My heart goes out to the whole family. Paul you really will be missed be everyone that was ever lucky enough to meet you. Rest in Peace. Lots of Love xxx

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Service Point Team, Woolwich HQ Bexleyheath says...
8:57am Fri 9 Nov 07

Our sincere condolences to Pauls family and friends. Paul was a lovely man with a huge personality and a great sense of humour. He will be dearly missed by us all x

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Carol, Bexleyheath says...
10:24am Fri 9 Nov 07

In a world full of sadness, Tragedy and tears, Paul made us laugh through so many years.
And it's true I know, his memory lives on. But who will make us laugh, now that he's gone. xx

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Darren Woolhouse, North Heath says...
10:25am Fri 9 Nov 07

I knew Paul for many years, what a great and very funny man! He always welcomed me into his house and loved to partake in the banter with myself and his two boys. definetly a happy go lucky man who you always enjoyed being around. he liked to try to convince me that volvos were the future, they stick to the road like 'sh*t to a blanket!'.Losing a salt of the earth man like Paul is very tragic and painful. you will be sorely missed mate, rest in peace. My heart is with the philpots at this hard time x

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Rachel Biggs, Sidcup says...
11:44am Fri 9 Nov 07

I was completly shocked when i heard the news, Paul was one of the good guys and it is a huge loss. I'll always remember his smiling face when i used to arrive for work at the Woolwich HQ and his dance moves at various functions....

My thoughts are with Karen and the children. Rest in peace
Rachel x

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Glinda, darenth says...
5:21pm Fri 9 Nov 07

Only known Paul (barsk)and Karen for a few years. Cant believe such a happy funny man has been taken away so sudden. Our dinner parties at Bubbles and Margs will not be the same without you. God Bless love glinda and trevor

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Andy, Dartford says...
5:25pm Fri 9 Nov 07

Paul had a zest for life & was always loud, to my good mate 'Fug'..to have been your friend makes me proud! So many happy times we've shared, I will cherish every one! My thoughts & sympathy go out to Karen, John, James & Laura. Fug You are sorely missed. RIP - Andy (Tiff)

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Paula and George Woolhouse, North Heath says...
6:08pm Fri 9 Nov 07

So sorry to hear tragic news. Great shock to us all. our thoughts are with Karen, John, James, and Laura. He will be missed by all that knew him. x

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Brian, Group Security says...
8:04am Sat 10 Nov 07

I worked with Paul since 1995 and could not have wished to meet a nicer, kinder more generous person. Larger than life and irrepresible, he always had a smile, laugh or joke for anyone that needed cheering up. I, along with everyone that knew him, will miss him greatly but my life would have been much poorer had I not been lucky enough to call him my friend. Toodles Paul.

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Geoff, Barnehurst says...
9:38am Sat 10 Nov 07

I worked with Paul at the Woolwich and to me he was known as the big bald f--k.He was one of the best and will be truly missed. My thoughts are with Karen and the family

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Barry & Linda Chantler, Wilmington says...
4:45pm Sat 10 Nov 07

We went to school with Paul, really nice guy, sorry to hear the sad news.

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Jill Newbury, Canada says...
4:54pm Sat 10 Nov 07

The previous comments say it all. Everyone loved Paul, which is a fabulous thing, because he'll certainly never be forgotten! Our hearts go out to the family, such a huge loss. We'll all miss rubber legs! ****

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Shazza, The Woolwich says...
9:10am Sun 11 Nov 07

What's that saying "The good die young" Now that reality has sunk in and the realisation that Paul will no longer appear with that huge smile and distinctive laugh, that expression say's it all, to those who really knew Paul will agree he was one of the best, he was a great friend with an excellent sense of humour, My deepest sympathy is sent to Karen, John, James, Laura and his beloved Floyd ****, Paul was loved by so many and will be truly missed, there will be an emptiness in our hearts that will always stay with us, Love and laughs go with you Fug, Toodles forever this time x

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Dave.C.( Hairy ), Security says...
11:20am Sun 11 Nov 07

Paul you will be missed alot by so many people i remember you from my school days when me and your brother charlie and others played down the slade green marshes,its was a pleasure to work with you, as you was always cheerful and good for a laugh. Will miss you mate and my thoughts are with Karen and family.
Dave.C.( Hairy ) & Shirley.

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Tony Shead and family, erith says...
12:59pm Sun 11 Nov 07

Knew Paul for many years, we are all in shock about what happened. top guy who will be missed always.
Tony Jan and Mark.

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Jacky ( Woolwich), Bexleyheath says...
4:59pm Sun 11 Nov 07

Still can't quite believe it, and will miss Fug's mad sense of humour and energetic dance moves !! The Woolwich is a sad and quiet place without him. My thoughts are with his family x

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Steve, Swanley says...
10:49pm Sun 11 Nov 07

If there's one person on the planet, past and present, who could put St Peter into retirement - it's you, Paul.

Guard those Pearly Gates in the same "how the devil can I help you, old boy" way you have The Woolwich.

RIP Mate.

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keith, erith says...
12:14am Mon 12 Nov 07

R.I.P Paul , so sorry to here this
my thoughts are with family and friends

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James Philpot, North Heath says...
2:31pm Mon 12 Nov 07

Thank you so much to everyone who has commented on here and all those who have sent cards and flowers and their sympathy to the family. Such a huge void has been left now that Dad is gone, devastation is the only word to describe the feelings felt by the family and judging by the comments anyone that ever met him.
He really would be loving the attention he has received though, even if he's not actually here to appreciate it. Not too sure about the 'Rubber Legs' comment though, that did make me laugh.
Missing your laughter, kindness and love Dad.
Love you forever

James x

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Belinda, Northumberland Heath says...
2:46pm Mon 12 Nov 07

Tracy wrote:
Devastated. My heart goes out to Karen and her children. Our thoughts are with you all. Such a tragic waste. x

I remember Paul from school and the smile on his face will never be forgotten. He amazed me when he saw me after 20+ years by remembering my name. I guess that was just the kind of man he was. Rest in Peace Paul xx

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Jenny, Bexley says...
3:39pm Mon 12 Nov 07

I knew Paul for 17 years when I was working at the Woolwich. I used to call him my "little Bruv" and he referred to me as "Big Sis"...not sure if he meant my age or size! I have laughed with Paul until I almost cried. Paul got on with everybody and I don't think I ever saw him miserable. I still can't take it in that Paul has gone but he most definitely will never be forgotten. My thoughts are with Karen, John, James and Laura. Rest in Peace Paul. Jenny x

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Alison, Bexleheath says...
4:24pm Mon 12 Nov 07

I knew Paul when I worked at the Woolwich and also because he was my brothers best mate (Andy). You was such a lovely guy, that was so full of life and you made me laugh. It was a pleasure knowing you and you will be truly missed by me and alot of people who knew you. My thoughts and love go out to Karen and her family. Rest in peace Paul

Alison, Kev, Shaun & Lauren ****

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Lynne (Woolwich), Bexleyheath says...
6:09pm Mon 12 Nov 07

Paul's personality, humour and sayings will be remembered forever. Karen, John, James and Laura, what can I say? Treasure all the memories - be brave.

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Julie, (Woolwich) Bexleyheath says...
9:39pm Mon 12 Nov 07

Paul was always so cheerful - a ray of sunshine. My heart goes out to his family.

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Karen Horan, Manchester says...
11:54am Tue 13 Nov 07

I worked at ADT Manchester for 4 years, where I liaised with paul and his shift members with woolwich jobs. we still kept in touch through emails. I would just like to say that although i never met him in person he was a kind and funny gentleman. I am deeply saddend to hear of his passing, and I offer my deepest condolences to Karen and the children.
I'll miss you Paul.

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david preece, chatham says...
1:42pm Tue 13 Nov 07

I have worked with Paul at the Woolwich more years than i care to remember,and in all that time Paul was always larger than life and a big cheeze grin.
I shall miss sharing my shallots with Paul.
Paul rest in peace.
I offer my deepest condolences to Karen and Family....

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frash, slade green says...
12:49am Wed 14 Nov 07

having grown up as next door neighbours to paul and his family,myself and my brother chris have known Paul since we were all old enough to walk.absolutely devastated to hear this terrible news.Paul:you enriched the lives of everyone you ever met,and they will all carry so many memories of you ,all different,but all of the same unique person.you will never be forgotten.love to You,Karen,John,James and Laura.x as You would have said "hasta la vista baby ". the world is a poorer place without You mate. love from ian,sarah,emma,samue
l
x

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Terry., Bexleyheath says...
11:19pm Wed 14 Nov 07

I have known paul for as long as i can remember, growing up in Slade Green and all that went with it. more recently we would bump into each other from time to time walking our dogs.I still cant believe its true,you will be sadly missed by all. Our thoughts now are with Karen and the kids.
Rest in peace mate, love from Terry, Teresa, Lisa, Tara and Stephen. ****

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Nikki, Barnehurst says...
2:51pm Thu 15 Nov 07

Paul, What a top bloke. He always wore a smile and had the most wicked sense of humour, which was greatly appreciated by those of us who were on a night shift and still at work during the early hours of the morning.
Condolences to his family on their tragic loss. He will be truly missed by all who knew him.

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Howard(S1C)Rogers, swanley says...
10:32am Fri 16 Nov 07

I met Paul in 77' he was always a fun guy to be with
really saddend to hear of the loss
Goodbye Paul

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Ian Murphy, Bexleyheath says...
5:28pm Fri 16 Nov 07

I knew Paul through walking our dogs, What a nice bloke, I shall miss our chats. R.I.P.

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caroline, gravesend says...
4:37pm Sat 17 Nov 07

To all the family and friends of this man who I did not personally know. My brother Barry was killed in September in a similar situation. My heart goes out to you all. From the comments above it seems that Barry and Paul were of a similar nature. Losing someone as lovely as this is really hard, as we found out, and our hearts go out to all you. XX

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Trevor Jones, Plumstaed says...
6:26pm Mon 19 Nov 07

Paul lived life and touched everyone he met. He was loud n full of life,i am prould to call him mate, though he took the **** on how long it must have taken me to do my hair all the time. but did make him dance in the gym. I will cherish the good times we had. My thoughts & sympathy go out to Karen, John, James & Laura. you will be forever in our hearts and are sorely missed. RIP - Trev

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Neil & Debbie, Hartley says...
10:40pm Mon 19 Nov 07

If Pauls premature demise has in some way enlightened the rest of us
as to the grim finish below the glossy veneer of life, and inspired
you to change your ways, then his death carries with it an inherent nobility
and a supreme glory. We should all be so fortunate.
You can say "Poor Paul." I say: "Poor us."
Missing you Fella ...

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