Paul Smith (Paul2032) in the Garden of Memories forum

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dave

Sep 20, 2021 9:08 AM CST

Garden.org Admin

Name: Dave Whitinger
Southlake, Texas (Zone 8a)

Paul's daughter emailed us this morning to let us know the sad news that Paul ( @Paul2032 ) passed away a few months ago. He had been active in this community since the very beginning. His sweet, caring, considerate and gentle attitude, along with his frequent posting of his many beautiful photos, will be sorely missed.

Obituary: https://www.olpinmortuary.com/...

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Calif_Sue

Sep 20, 2021 10:25 AM CST

Plants Admin

Name: Suzanne/Sue
Sebastopol, CA (Zone 9a)
Sunset Zone 15

He will be missed here!
He was a big contributor to the plant database with over 20,000 images but he especially loved the Plant Combinations feature, adding over 2,000 photos from his garden, landscapes/gardens in his neighborhood and frequent trips to local nurseries.

My gardening Blog!
Handmade quilts, new & vintage fabrics in my Etsy store. Summer Song Cottage
Instagram Sewing posts

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Gardener2493

Sep 20, 2021 10:34 AM CST

He will definitely be missed. RIP <3

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gingin

Sep 20, 2021 10:41 AM CST

Name: Ginger
Fountain, Florida (Zone 8b)

😥😥😥

Each cloud has a silver lineing if only you look for it.

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DraDiana

Sep 20, 2021 10:42 AM CST

Name: Diana
Southeast Missouri (Zone 6a)

I love his photos. At least they will live beyond him on this site. It's just sad to know there will be no more of them.

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plantladylin

Sep 20, 2021 10:43 AM CST

Name: Lin Vosbury
Sebastian, Florida (Zone 10a)

😢 Oh, such sad news. Paul was such a nice man and shared such beautiful photos! Sending prayers of comfort to his family and friends. May Paul rest in peace, in the most beautiful garden of all.

~ I'm an old gal who still loves playing in the dirt!
~ Playing in the dirt is my therapy ... and I'm in therapy a lot!

| @plantladylin | Post #2597188 (6)

zuzu

Sep 20, 2021 11:17 AM CST

Plants Admin

Name: Zuzu
Northern California (Zone 9a)

Paul was a valuable and cherished site member. We will all remember him for his beautiful photos and gentle spirit.

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vic

Sep 20, 2021 11:26 AM CST

Name: Vicki
North Carolina

Thank you for letting us know Dave.

I will surely miss all his photo's and so thankful for the thousands he posted.

He was a kind and gentle soul.

NATIONAL GARDENING ASSOCIATION ~ Garden Art ~ Purslane & Portulaca ~

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evelyninthegarden

Sep 20, 2021 11:27 AM CST

Name: Evelyn
Sierra foothills, Northern CA (Zone 8a)

Sue ~ Thank you so much for letting us know about Paul. I am sure he will be missed by many people. My sincerest condolences to his family and friends. He helped make this website what it is today.🙏🙏🙏

"Luck favors the prepared mind." - Thomas Jefferson

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lovemyhouse

Sep 20, 2021 11:30 AM CST

Name: Debra
Garland, TX (NE Dallas suburb) (Zone 8a)
Rescue dogs: Angels with paws needi

All of the above. He was generous with his time and advice, and unfailingly pleasant in doing so.
💚🌻💜

It’s okay to not know all the answers.

| @lovemyhouse | Post #2597216 (10)

flaflwrgrl

Sep 20, 2021 11:34 AM CST

Name: Ann ~Heat zn 9, Sunset
North Fl. (Zone 8b)

I am shocked and saddened by this news. It seems like I was always seeing his photos as they were all so exemplary. My condolences to his family.

I am a strong believer in the simple fact is that what matters in this life is how we treat others. I think that's what living is all about. Not what I've done in my life but how I've treated others. ~~ Sharon Brown

| @flaflwrgrl | Post #2597219 (11)

frankrichards16

Sep 20, 2021 11:45 AM CST

Name: Frank Richards
Clinton, Michigan (Zone 5b)

Sad news. I have always enjoyed his posts and photos. RIP Paul2032.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/...

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NMoasis

Sep 20, 2021 11:58 AM CST

Name: Zoë
Albuquerque NM, Elev 5310 ft (Zone 7b)

Paul's photos brightened our pages and our days. Such sad news. Deepest sympathy to his family.

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tveguy3

Sep 20, 2021 12:01 PM CST

Name: Tom
Southern Wisconsin (Zone 5b)

Rest in peace Paul, I will always cherish the iris seedling you sent to me. You have shared so much knowledge on this website, and your pictures will be forever enjoyed throughout time.

Politicians are like diapers, they need to be changed often, and for the same reason.

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crawgarden

Sep 20, 2021 12:05 PM CST

Name: Rj
Just S of the twin cities of M (Zone 4b)

So very sorry to hear of the loss. Fair winds Paul.

As Yogi Berra said, “It's tough to make predictions, especially about the future.”

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janwax

Sep 20, 2021 12:44 PM CST

Name: Jan Wax
Mendocino County, N. CA (Zone 9a)
I'm a semi-retired studio potter.

Paul was one of the first to welcome me to the forum and I've always liked his photos very much.. R.I.P. Paul.

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Totally_Amazing

Sep 20, 2021 5:26 PM CST

Name: Robin
Melbourne, Australia (Zone 10b)

Paul was the first person to welcome me on the website. He shared many beautiful photos and gardening advice with us all. Thankyou Paul. I will miss you.

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iciris

Sep 20, 2021 6:36 PM CST

Name: Barbara
Northern CA (Zone 9a)

I thought I would take a picture of Paul's first post in the "What did you do in the iris garden today?" As a tribute to a wonderful man. May you Rest In Peace Paul.

• “Whoever said, ‘Do something right and you won’t have to do it again’ never weeded a garden.” – Anonymous

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Weedwhacker

Sep 20, 2021 6:49 PM CST

Name: Sandy B.
Ford River Twp, Michigan UP (Zone 4b)
(Zone 4b-maybe 5a)

Very sad to see this news about Paul - he was one of the members here that I considered to be part of the bedrock of the site. So hard to lose our friends