It is with deep sadness that the family of Paul Whittal announces his passing at the age of 86.
A lifelong resident of Amherstburg, Paul was the beloved and cherished husband of Mary, with whom he shared 63 years of marriage. He was a loving and dedicated father to Sandra (Sandy) Neposlan (Rob) and Sean Whittal (Jen), and proud ‘papa’ to Jada, Camille, Isla, Alicia, Jordan, Jack and Angel Ethan. Predeceased by his parents, Norma (Wardell) and Francis Whittal. Brother to his late siblings, Bill Whittal (Verlyne), Marion Jensen (Frank), Jeanne Thrasher (Richard), Fran McLean (Stew), and Eleanor. Brother-in-law to the late Irene Warner (Mickey) and Joseph Kitka (Doris). Family was the center of his life, and he took immense joy in every moment spent with them.
Paul dedicated 30 years to teaching at both General Amherst High School and later, St. Thomas of Villanova Secondary School. He taught accounting, business, and economics and also served as a department head and co-op coordinator, guiding students as they prepared for their futures. In addition to his commitment to education, Paul served as an OPP Auxiliary Officer, a role he held with deep pride. His love of building and focus on quality work in whatever he did, resulted in four of his own family homes and those of friends and colleagues as well.
Paul was a man of dignity and admired for his integrity and deep commitment to his family, friends, and student success. We will miss his encouraging advice, calm presence, and wonderful dry sense of humour. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and love, and will be remembered fondly by family, friends, colleagues, and generations of former students.
At Paul’s request, cremation has taken place. Memorial visitation to take place on Saturday December 13, 2025 from 11am until 1pm at FAMILIES FIRST, 585 Sandwich Street South, Amherstburg, 519-969-5841. Procession to follow after visitation, to St. John the Baptist Church for a memorial mass at 1:30 pm. Share memories, photos, or make a donation at www.FamiliesFirst.ca
Donations may be made to SickKids – The Hospital for Sick Children, Cystic Fibrosis Canada, and Transition to Betterness (T2B).
