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NEWTON FALLS -- Paul Gano, 88, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, at his home, surrounded by his family.
He was born April 14, 1937, in Warren, the son of the late John and Anna Hospodar Gano.
Paul graduated from Braceville High School in 1955. The day after graduation, he began what would become a 49-year career at Republic Steel, where he eventually served as a supervisor in the galvanized department. He retired in 2004, but his strong work ethic led him to continue serving the community at the U.S. Post Office in Newton Falls as a mail carrier, and later, at Ace Hardware.
On April 30, 1957, he married the love of his life, Diana Peters; they spent 68 beautiful years together.
Paul took great pride in his home and yard, and he could often be found working outdoors. He had a lifelong passion for cars and collectibles, and enjoyed cheering on the Cleveland Indians. Generous with his time and talents, Paul frequently helped his brother, Richard, with concrete work, building homes and constructing pole barns. He also enjoyed woodworking, crafting decorative shelves and novelty pieces that are cherished by his family.
Above all, Paul treasured time spent with his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Anna; and his siblings, George Gano, Margaret Kostrub, Irene Turner, Virginia Yates and Richard Gano.
He will be deeply missed by his wife, Diana ; his daughter, Kim (Robert) Leigh; his grandchildren, Gregory (Danielle) Leigh and Amanda (Michael) Minnillo; and his five great-grandchildren, Lucia, Louis, Liam, Antonio and Jackson.
The family extends heartfelt appreciation to Claudia "Sis" Albers and Nancy Hostettler for their outstanding and compassionate care, as well as to the hospice team from Ohio Living for their excellent support.
Visitation will be 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, at Borowski Memorial Home in Newton Falls.
A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Mary and St. Joseph Catholic Church in Newton Falls, with the Rev. Jim Lang as celebrant.
Burial will be in Park Cemetery in Garrettsville.
Please visit www.borowskimemorialhome.com to send condolences to the family.
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