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1960Sacramento, CA, United States

Janice Sugiyama Paul with his big sister

4 Jun 1962Sacramento, CA, United States

Janice Sugiyama Happy 4th birthday, Paul

1968Marineland, CA

Janice Sugiyama Marineland photobooth!

1989Cupertino, CA, United States

Janice Sugiyama Easter with Michelle

31 Dec 1990Los Angeles, CA, United States

Craig Kuwahara New Year's Eve party 1990 (I think). sitting - ?, ?, ?, Paul; standing - Jock, Ako, Marlene, Gary

7 Dec 1991Los Angeles, CA, United States

Craig Kuwahara Marlene & Gary's Christmas party. 1. front - ?, Larry, ?, ?, Jon, Marlene, Paul, Phil, Laura, Frank; back - Craig, Susie, ?, ?, Joan, ?, Kenji, Lila, Lance, Ako, Kathy, ?, George, Larry's sister, Gary; 2. Marlene, Phil, Paul, Ako

31 Dec 1991Los Angeles, CA, United States

Craig Kuwahara New Year's Eve party 1991 - 1. Paul and Ako; 2. Post-party with Gary, Paul, Ako, Jon, and Marlene 3. Paul helping with the setup

1992Disneyland, CA

Janice Sugiyama Disneyland with a princess

25 Dec 1992Cupertino, CA, United States

Janice Sugiyama Naptime after the festivities

Will miss you, Paul. Thank you for all the fun memories from skiing.

TJ Dot1994

Sep 1994Seattle, WA, United States

Roger Fong I met Paul through Ski Asia friends (Mari, Naomi, Wayne & Glenn). Chocolate desserts and drinks on Capitol Hill was the first of many Paul memories.

Melanie W. Beginning of our life time friendship.

Glenn O. Those days will always be close to my heart and thanks for being a great host during my visit to Seattle. Great memories forever buddy. We...

Sep 1995Los Angeles

Melanie Wong Dim Sum in China town , Los Angeles over Labor Day weekend in 1995 was when I first met Paul. We had a clam bake the next day. I was blessed to meet such a nice guy.

Sep 1995Los Angeles, CA, United States

Roger Fong One of many Paul hugs! Hanging out with Felony Melanie, Shana Won-a, Jean Woo-Woo, Ron, Kevin and Mike.

4 Sep 1995Visiting LA

Susan Tzeng Paul, We will miss you. Thanks for the memories.

1996Aspen, CO, United States

Roger Fong Ski Asia in Aspen. Paul wore the pornstache well while encouraging me to inflate a balloon (or its latex equivalent). Cameos by Mark and Glenn.

Melanie W. that was a really fun trip.

Glenn O. ASIA memories forever buddy and with this skit you and Roger kept us all laughing and rolling on the floor

1996Napa, CA, United States

Craig Kuwahara In the summer of 1996, Paul joined us for several dining events. We had a picnic at Clos Du Val winery, a dinner and a brunch at our house. 1 & 2 - Picnic; 3 - Paul, Shana, and Mari enjoying sangria; 4 - Dinner with Dwayne, Mable, Mari, Shana, Gayle, and Paul; 5 - Brunch in our backyard with Joey, Dorise, Mari, Kay, Gayle, Shana, Paul, and Craig. 6 - Paul and Kay relaxing after brunch.

Jan 1996Pasadena, CA, United States

Roger Fong Paul hosted me for the 1996 Rose Bowl in his Pasadena apartment. Who else slept in his walk-in closet full of mirrors? Cameos by Shana, Mari & Mark. Also, Jen and Adam who joined me from Chicago. Go 'Cats!

Melanie W. I remembered when you moved to LA. I missed the party though 😭

1996Alamo, CA, United States

Kevin Chan Tennis Social in Alamo Standing: Angela,Patty, Steve, Kevin, Bev, & Paul Couch: Paul, Mari, and Ron

26 Oct 1996

Darryl Mu Paul as Indiana Jones, at the Tennis Connection Halloween party.

Melanie W. Nice hat!!

1997Berkeley, CA, United States

Craig Kuwahara In the summer of 1997, Paul came to a couple dinner parties at our house. 1 - Paul making chocolate mousse. 2 - Darryl, Paul, Greg, and Craig cooking in the kitchen. 3 - Dinner w/ Jeanne, Darryl, Mable, Darryl, Gail, Greg, Dee, Mimi, and Paul

Glenn O. My first thoughts of this photo was that you were making my Tiramisu recipe that i gave you. Such great memories buddy

1997San Francisco, CA, United States

Craig Kuwahara Paul and Mable dancing at the Soiree at the Mark Hopkins.

19 Apr 1997

Darryl Mu Paul at Curtis and Barbara's wedding reception.

1998Bay Area

Kevin Chan Dim Sum Brunch after NSC Preseason Dance with Ron, Steve, Ann, Kevin, and Paul! Paul loved sharing good food with friends!

5 Dec 1998Berkeley, CA, United States

Craig Kuwahara Paul came to our Christmas party in 1998.

1999Salt Lake City, UT, United States

Kevin Chan Nisei Ski Club Utah Trip to Snowbird & Solitude Dinner group: Sue, Kevin, Kathy, Roger, Been, Ken, & Paul

Jan 1999Truckee, CA, United States

Roger Fong Eight hour drive to Truckee during a La Niña storm in Paul's Ford Probe ... ai-yah! We all caught the flu from his brother in law who drove in, slept, and drove home without skiing or eating. With Sheryl, niece Michelle, Char & Jadene.

5 Jun 1999Foster City, CA, United States

Roger Fong Birthday celebration with Mari and Char. Paul knows how to enjoy trips around the sun! Plus random meal with Paul & friends.

5 Jun 1999Foster City, CA, United States

Roger Fong Paul's birthday celebration - early lunch edition at his apartment. He also got me a congratulatory cake for my new job. With Mari, Craig, Mable, Frank & Wendy.

Melanie W. I remember that painting. Paul loves that.

Aug 1999Honolulu, HI, United States

Roger Fong Mel's wedding with Paul, Frank, Wendy, Mike, Kevin, Darryl and Karen.

Melanie W. That was a fun week.

Nov 1999San Francisco, CA, United States

Roger Fong Putting on the glitz at Mable's soiree. Top: ?, Curtis, ?, Paul, Char, Darryl, Jadene Mid: John, Wayne, Darryl, Paul Bottom: Paul & Kev

Melanie W. handsome men and beautiful ladies

Kevin C. Thanks for the wonderful memories Roger! Hope you are great! Top: Ron, Curtis, June.....

I was devastated in 2000 because of my divorce. Paul, Larry, Darryl took turn taking care of me, playing with me for a few months. We went rock climbing, kayaking, wine tasting, hiking and relaxing by the river in Yosemite. Without Paul's support, caring and kindness, I would be in a very dark place for a very long time.

Melanie Wong2000

17 Jun 2000Los Angeles, CA, United States

Craig Kuwahara Mike and Judy Sameshima's wedding at Yamashiro.

26 Aug 2000Napa, CA, United States

Craig Kuwahara Napa trip to see the Chihuly exhibit with Paul, Mable, Craig, Roger, Rita, and Charlene.

30 Jun 2001HI, United States

Reynold Wong The infamous Na Pali paddle - Paul and Darryl

Melanie W. Paul paddled 8 hours head wind in the open ocean. Not bad for a mainland boy !! He did like the spa at the Grand Hyatt better though.

Reynold W. It was beautiful, but we did not know that it was a 5-6 hour tour even without the headwinds... after the first hour there was no turning ba...

27 Jan 2002Whistler, BC, Canada

Larry Lee Melanie, Darryl, & Esther

10 Feb 2002Berkeley, CA, United States

Craig Kuwahara At Mable's 50th birthday party in Berkeley. 1 - Darryl, Paul, Melanie, Charlene; 2 - Melanie and Paul at lunch; 3 - Darryl, Larry, Julie, Forrest, Mable, Melanie, Paul, Sharon, Jeanne, Marilyn, and Craig at lunch; 4 - Notice Paul with the white wig

15 Feb 2002Salt Lake City, UT, United States

Craig Kuwahara At the Salt Lake Olympics. 1 - Paul at the Snowboard Parallel GS at Park City; 2 - Mable and Paul trying on Descente jackets; 3 - Paul at the Women's Super G at Snowbasin

Melanie W. Paul bought me the hottest item from the Olympic: the USA beret. I still have it.

29 Sep 2002Salt Lake City, UT

Sheryl Ikemoto Janice’s wedding 2002 Paul’s mom, Janice, Paul, Michelle, Sheryl, Hib

26 Dec 2002Salt Lake City, UT, United States

Janice Sugiyama Paul making his famous hash browns during a family get-together

2003Whistler, BC, Canada

Melanie Wong Paul surprised us by giving us a picture from the professional photographer at the end of the trip. It was always fun to ski with Paul. He was so athletic and gracious skier.

Larry L. Nice picture!

24 Feb 2004Berkeley, CA, United States

Craig Kuwahara Paul, Melanie, and Gail visiting Scott and Kyle (10 months). 1 - Kyle, Melanie, Scott, and Paul; 2 - Paul, Scott, Mable, Kyle, Gail, and Melanie

Melanie W. Kids must be ready for college by now. Thanks for the pictures.

Mar 2004Whistler, BC, Canada

Melanie Wong so many ski trips in Whistler

Melanie W. Paul is very generous. When he buys a piece of new clothing, he gives away one of his old one. Steve is the lucky recipient of this nice red...

20 Mar 2004Whistler, BC, Canada

Greg Gulik Fun spring ski/snowboard trip to Whistler in March 2004.

Melanie W. Paul is always the best skiers of all. Style and grace..... and speed too.

2005China

Darryl Mu A great Guys Trip to China (Beijing and Shanghai) in 2005 with Paul, Darryl, Larry, Reynold in 2005! Visited the Great Wall. Just happened to coincide with the Formula 1 : Paul and I bought F1 watches but Paul went the extra step spend time with the female hosts!~

Melanie W. Paul was really glad that he took the trip with his buddies.

Reynold W. The driver that took us to the Great Wall at Badaling was a speed racer, weaving in and out of oncoming traffic! I remember Paul was able to...

16 Feb 2005Arches National Park, UT

Janice Sugiyama Big bruddah

Melanie W. Paul always talked about his wonderful trips to Utah and his lovely sister Janice.

16 Feb 2005Arches National Park, UT

Janice Sugiyama the arch was this big!

16 Feb 2005Arches National Park, UT

Janice Sugiyama Paul doing pull-ups on Landscape Arch

Jul 2006Glen Allen, VA, United States

Roger Fong Paul visiting us in Virginia and trolling the competition in his Tercica days.

Paul was in between job Sept 2006. He took me to London over Labor day weekend for shopping, theater and sight seeing. He is such a generous guy.

Melanie WongSep 2006

11 Dec 2006Hong Kong

Gina Chun Have wonderful memories of our trip together with Melanie. Went met in Tokyo in 2006 and spent time at Mel’s parent place in Hong Kong. We all enjoyed each other company shopping. I remember how you loved watches and finding just the most perfect suits. Until recently I used the knock-off suit case you gave me. Has helped me in my travels. Paul, you will be missed. Your smile and your thoughtfulness will always be remembered. May God shine his ways of light upon you and may you Rest In Peace. With love and Aloha, Gina and Ohana

Melanie W. My little niece Chelsie was very shy ( girl in picture) . She would not talk or see anyone back then. She was very fond of Paul in the very ...

Melanie W. Paul always had a magic touch with people of all ages.

Another fun time with Paul.

Melanie Wong13 Dec 2006

2007Whistler, BC, Canada

Darryl Mu Fun times at Whistler 2007!

Melanie W. My handsome four!!

Jan 2008Seattle, WA, United States

Melanie Wong Paul & Paula. We all love Paul.

Mar 2008Mammoth Lakes, CA, United States

Gerry Maruyama Mammoth 2008

Melanie W. We are never hungry nor thirsty with Paul.

Melanie W. Paul is always willing to share his skiing knowledge.

2009Napa, CA, United States

Melanie Wong Paul was a great friend of many. He was the best man at Frank & Wendy's wedding. Drinking wine in Napa, 2009

9 Feb 2009

L Tsang Mammoth Ski Trip

Melanie W. Paul had given many of us important ski tips.

Sep 2009

Melanie Wong

Melanie W. Best friends forever!!

Sep 2009

Melanie Wong fun time in Kauai

Melanie W. I think Paul took the pictures for us

18 Sep 2009Kauai, HI

Gerry Maruyama Fun time in Kauai

19 Sep 2009HI, United States

L Tsang Hiking before and after Darryl & Amy’s wedding.

Darryl M. Nice memories Liz! Great to have the gang together!

L T. That was a great destination wedding! Had great fun.

19 Sep 2009

Melanie Wong Paul looking sharp at D-man wedding

14 Nov 2009Napa, CA, United States

Melanie Wong when there is Paul, there is joy, laughter, food and wine. And tons of great friends.

2010

Melanie Wong

2010

Reynold Wong Paul was there with the gang on our big day

Melanie W. Best friends forever!

2010CA, United States

Melanie Wong Paul is always the best dress among us all.

Oct 2010Napa, CA, United States

Melanie Wong another fun Napa/ Sonoma trip

Oct 2010Italy

Janice Sugiyama Cruising the Med

Melanie W. he enjoyed that trip and talked about it all the time.

23 Oct 2010Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France

Janice Sugiyama Brief stop in Nice while on family cruise

28 Oct 2010Italy

Janice Sugiyama Family cruise in the Mediterranean

25 Dec 2010Angels Camp, CA, United States

Janice Sugiyama Christmas at Sheryl's house: Gary and Paul

25 Dec 2010Angels Camp, CA, United States

Janice Sugiyama Christmas toast with Michelle

Paul came to help me in Hawaii for a month in 2011. We were getting ready to renovate our house. He met with contractors, and we went tile, plumbing , lighting and flooring shopping. He even organized all my computer wires, label them and put them in ziploc bag ( which I still have them neatly bagged today). Paul is such a giving guy.

Melanie Wong2011

Jul 2011Yosemite Valley, CA, United States

Melanie Wong an awesome weekend trip with Paul and the gang to Yosemite. So glad he bonded with my cousin Ada in that trip.

Jul 2011Yosemite Valley, CA, United States

Melanie Wong Paul's best buddies together having fun.

Oct 2011Napa, CA, United States

Melanie Wong

Oct 2011Napa, CA, United States

Melanie Wong

Melanie W. Picking grapes at Vinecliff.

Oct 2011

Melanie Wong

2012NV, United States

Janice Sugiyama Family trip to Vegas: mom, Sheryl, Paul, Janice

20 Apr 2013

L Tsang So Cal visit

Darryl M. Hey that's my house! where were my kids and ....me ha! I know we had a great time!

L T. Ha ha. That might have been the last time I saw you guys.

Melanie WongOct 2013

29 Dec 2013จ.ภูเก็ต, Thailand

Melanie Wong fun trip in Phuket. Paul never shy away from an oversea trip. We had such a great time.

30 Dec 2013จ.ภูเก็ต, Thailand

Greg Gulik Good times in Phuket and Phang Nga, Thailand

Melanie W. That was a great trip. Paul had a blast.

1 Jan 2014จ.ภูเก็ต, Thailand

Melanie Wong Paul relaxing after a night of NYE party in Phuket.

24 Apr 2014Honolulu, HI, United States

Melanie Wong Paul came to Hawaii for almost a month to help me before and after my surgery. He and my mom totally bonded in that trip. Since then he called my mom his mom too. He is the talkative son that my mom never had.

14 Oct 2014Honolulu, HI, United States

Paula Grassell A bunch of us went to Mel's condo in Turtle Bay in Hawaii. Paul joined us for a few days. We spent a fun afternoon golfing. He was such a good sport with a few of us poor golfers. We laughed a lot and told stories in the bar later. Paul always wanted to make sure everyone was having fun. A kind, generous person.

Melanie W. That was indeed a fun trip.

Oct 2017Huntington Beach, CA, United States

Gerry Maruyama Dinner with friends

Melanie W. That was a great night. Lobster sashimi, great wine and first time to see Paul since he moved back to California from Vegas.

14 Oct 2017Aliso Viejo, CA, United States

Larry Lee View from his new remote OC desk

31 Oct 2018Los Angeles, CA, United States

Larry Lee UCLA Medical Center - 24 hours before and after liver cyst removal.... doing laps!

Jan 2019Dana Point, CA, United States

Ellen Fleyshman Work Family

Mar 2019Laguna Beach, CA, United States

Abigail Selma Lunch with Sandra G. at our favorite restaurant, The Splashes in Laguna Beach.

May 2019Irvine, CA, United States

Ellen Fleyshman Goodbye lunch with coworkers. RIP Paul.

Melanie W. Thank you for appreciating Paul.

May 2019Aliso Viejo, CA, United States

Abigail Selma Surprise birthday celebration for Paul with his favorite Ube Cake. Rest In Peace, Paul. 🙏🏼

Melanie W. Thank you so much for celebrating Paul's birthday

26 Jun 2019Mason City, IA, United States

Namin Kang Cambrex visiting with PDTO and Otsuka team

To a dear friend who enriched our lives with your fun-loving, care-free spirit, I truly cherish the memories that we've shared.

Roger Fong2020

I really miss the sports bar weekends and our amazing grazing outings.

Larry Lee2020

We enjoyed getting to know you through tennis with the Long Beach crowd. Always appreciated your friendship and great sense of humor. May you rest in peace. Curtis and Barbara Mu

Darryl Mu2020

Paul we miss you deeply. You touched all of us in so many ways. We'll cherish the fun times we enjoyed with you at dinner parties, foodie cuisine, wine tasting in Napa/Sonoma, traveling, skiing, golf, tennis, watching sports...on and on!. You are a kind, generous, fun-loving soul. You will always be in our hearts! Rest in Peace My Friend!

Darryl Mu28 Nov 2020

I miss you so much. You know I love you. You don’t have to be rich or perfect to be my friend. You are simply enough.

Melanie Wong28 Nov 2020

Those ski trips to Mammoth were great times filled with fresh powder, good food and drink and lots of laughs. Rest in Peace Paul.

Lawson Louie29 Nov 2020

We will miss you. We shared so many wonderful ski trips and dinners together. I'll always remember your kind and generous heart. Rest in peace, Paul

Gerry Maruyama29 Nov 2020

Paul: I am so glad to see you live a fabulous life and well love by people around you. I will always love you.

Melanie Wong29 Nov 2020

Paul you always seemed to inject laughter into a room and left us far too soon.

Reynold Wong29 Nov 2020

Although I didn’t see you often, the times we did share were some of the most fun, goofiest, well-fed and well-lubricated times ever. That’s because we have amazing friends in common. We will all miss you. Rest in peace, Paul

L Tsang29 Nov 2020

So glad I was able to have skied with you Paul. Always loved your style & ski techniques on powder, moguls, blizzards & whatever the snow conditions were. Thanks for all the happy memories. Gonna miss you lots. RIP

Corinna Lim29 Nov 2020

You will be greatly missed Paul, your friendship and kind spirit will always be remembered.

Shahe Garabedian29 Nov 2020

While our paths crossed so briefly, your warm, friendly and welcoming spirit will always be in our hearts, Paul!

Ming Nar29 Nov 2020

Paul, I will remember all the things we did together - tennis, biking, skiing, eating out, etc. It was always fun to do things with you. I always happier after our activities whether it was driving and skiing at Mammoth or going on a bike ride near your place

Frank OeiDec 2020

You lived life to it's fullest. You'll truly be missed, but we are blessed with fond memories of skiing, eating, partying, dancing and just hanging out. We'll miss that smile of yours. You really knew how to brighten a room! This world is a bit dimmer without you!

Ako Miyasaki1 Dec 2020

Thank you Paul. Even with your passing , you are still reconnecting friends together. I have talked and face time with so many old friends in the last week. It is because we all love you.

Melanie Wong1 Dec 2020

Thank you Paul for your courage, generosity, and love for life. Your spirit continues to connect us in your special way. Be at peace.

Marilynn Fong3 Dec 2020

Even I have not seen you for a while, our memory of good time stays forever, even over 30 yrs ... ! Fun time of skiing, tennis, golfing, biking, kayaking, wine testing, great dinner and talk, getting together with great friends and many more !!! Knowing you, you may be starting another active second life ! We truly miss you, Paul .

Mieko Sugimoto10 Dec 2020

In lieu of flowers, please also consider donating to the American Heart Association: click American Heart Association http://www2.heart.org/goto/Paul-Sugiyama thank you, Sheryl and Janice

Larry LeeDec 2021

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the UCLA Liver Transplant Program - the Transplant team is amazing and they really do perform miracles. click Randy Ostin Memorial Fund in Liver Transplantation http://bit.do/PaulSugiyama thank you, Sheryl and Janice

Larry LeeDec 2021

Private FAMILY ONLY services, We sincerely appreciate the continuous thoughts and prayers during this extremely difficult time. Paul's ashes will be spread in the mountains of Utah. Sheryl and Janice

Larry LeeDec 2021

Your kind, respectful, and genuine qualities are greatly missed. Shahe

Shahe Garabedian4 Jun 2022

Paul Sugiyama