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Paul Chitwood Obituary
Louisville - Paul E. Chitwood, Jr. was a retired Asst. Principal at Durrett High School and prior to that worked as a chemist at Frankfort Distilleries. He was born in Louisville and graduated from Male High School. Paul obtained B. S. (Biology) and M. A. (Education) degrees from Western Kentucky University. During the Second World War, from 1942-45, he served with distinction as a Medic with the 175th Infantry Regiment, 29th Division of the U. S. Army, seeing intense action in France, Belgium, and Germany and was awarded two Bronze Stars for bravery and a Purple Heart.
He was a faithful member of St. Matthews Methodist Church since 1940.
Paul was preceded in death by his wife, Josephine S. Chitwood, whom he married in 1942.
Since his retirement in 1980, he has enjoyed many cruises and much travel both at home and abroad. He was an avid bridge player, playing up until age 96. Throughout his life, his family remained his focus and he served as a true inspiration to all who knew him.
He is survived by two sons--Paul E. (Tad) Chitwood III and Joseph Brian Chitwood (Sally), two grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren (plus one on the way).
Visitation will be 5p.m.-8 p.m. Friday, June 1, 2018 at Ratterman's Funeral Home, 3711 Lexington Rd. The funeral service will be 11 a.m. Saturday, June 2, 2018 also at Ratterman's.
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Stephanie H
March 3, 2021
I did not know Mr. Chitwood personally, but I had the pleasure of speaking with him over the phone many years ago regarding a school ring I found in Florida from Louisville Male High School, which was believed to have belonged to Mr. Chitwood. After mailing the ring to him, I never received a response, but was happy to have hopefully returned it to its rightful owner. My belated condolences to the family of Mr. Chitwood, may he Rest In Peace. Sincerely, Stephanie H.
June 10, 2018
We are so very sorry we didn't know that Mr. Chitwood had passed, please know that we always enjoyed living next door to him. He had a long life and was so active until his last few years I always enjoyed running into him at Krogers. He and your mother were very patient with my family when we moved here in 1986 with 4 boy ages 16 to 3. Not every empty nesters would have been so kind. Let me know if we can do anything to help out. Nick & Elaine Lanning
May 31, 2018
Dear Brian, Sally and family,
God Bless you and all of his family. He was such a wonderful man and loved by all who knew him. You are blessed to have any wonderful memories of time spent with him.
Prayers and love,
Jack and Sue Chanda
david reed
May 31, 2018
Brian, sorry for your loss, he is a good man and led a life well lived! Prayers!
Barbara Broadway (formerly Sherman)
May 29, 2018
Tad and Brian, I am so sorry for your loss. Your dad lived an amazing and inspiring life. I will never forget his friendly smile.
Bill and Sally Buford
May 28, 2018
Rachel, sincere sympathy on the death of your grandfather. Our prayer for you and your family during this sorrowful time.
May 27, 2018
Brian & Sally, I am so sorry to read of Brian's dad's death. It sounds like he had a wonderful life, & is greatly loved. You have my sympathy, & my prayers.
-Anne Burnstein
Mike Frederick
May 27, 2018
I can hear him saying son it's like baseball three strikes and your out like it was yesterday. Prayers
Lynette Hammond Allen
May 27, 2018
I am a Durrett Grad and Mr Chitwood was our asst principle....Everyone knew and loved him. He had a little saying for every time he would catch us and out mischief. I wish I knew his story back then, what an heroic and interesting man. My sincere condolences as this man will surely be missed. Thanks for everything Mr Chitwood.
MaDonna White
May 27, 2018
I went to Durrett High and remember Mr. Chitwood with fond memories ... I later worked with his son who would keep me caught up on his shenanigans ... I am sure he is at peace and God the Father welcomed him home with, hello my good and faithful son!Ma Donna (Conrad) White
May 27, 2018
Always remember his Jolly smile and walk in the halls of Durrett High School.
Ida Hazard
May 27, 2018
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your beloved father. Love and prayers, Ida Hazard
Becky
May 26, 2018
My sincere condolences to the family. May the beautiful memories of Paul
give you the comfort & strength (2 cor 1:3)
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Ratterman Brothers Funeral Home - St. Matthews3711 Lexington Road, Louisville, KY 40207
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Ratterman Brothers Funeral Home - St. Matthews3711 Lexington Road, Louisville, KY 40207
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