Paul R. Pearce
Paul R. Pearce, age 95, proud US Navy Veteran, of Western Springs, passed away on July 16, 2024. Beloved husband of Beverly A. Pearce for a wonderful 64 years. Loving father of the late Elizabeth “Betsy” Pearce, Susan Pearce, and William (Steve Spencer) Pearce. Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Dr. Dayton and Margaret Pearce and brother, Jack Pearce.
Paul was hired by the Quaker Oats Company in 1961 and retired in 1986, where he served as Vice President of Human Resources in the US Grocery Products Division. He was a graduate of Northwestern University and Northwestern School of Law, after serving his country as a Lieutenant in the US Navy.
Paul will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, and lifelong love of his lake-life and fishing.
Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.
Services by Hallowell & James Funeral Home, Countryside at 708-352-6500.
Great man. Great neighbor. I learned so much from him and he was like family to me. My thoughts are with his family. I can remember the amazing times living as their next door neighbor at the lake.
Grateful that I spent some time with Paul, great and kind man., always joking and always happy, miss him already..My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Rest in peace Paul 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
My dearest Bill
What a tremendous loss to all who knew and loved him. I’ll be holding you and Steve close to my heart during this difficult journey. Thoughts and love to you and your family. Love, Vanessa
Paul was a wonderful man
So very sorry for your loss of your kind and loving husband father friend
My deepest sympathies to all of you
May peace and comfort find you remembering all the love and times shared with him bringing peace to your hearts