Paul Henry McRae, born on June 27, 1940, in Philadelphia, PA, to Paul McRae and Alice (nee Brothers) McRae, passed away surrounded by his loving family. He was 83 years old.

Paul met the love of his life, Sheila (nee Dorin) McRae, and they were married on May 20, 1961. Their 55-year marriage was blessed with three children: Anthony, Sr. (married to Jennifer), Shelley (married to Vincent Hill), and Wendy (married to Leon Coleman, Sr.).

Paul began his distinguished career by joining the Army, serving a combat tour in Vietnam, where he was awarded a Purple Heart, Bronze Star, and other commendations. Upon returning, he served as a Drill Instructor at Fort Dix. During his more than 20 years in the Army, Paul had overseas assignments in Germany and South Korea and stateside tours at Fort Knox and Aberdeen Proving Grounds.

After retiring from the Army, Paul and Sheila opened a convenience store. Later, Paul joined the United States Postal Service, where he worked as a postal carrier and was eventually promoted to Manager. He retired from the Postal Service after over 20 years of dedicated service.

Paul's greatest joy was his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. His family, including his grandchildren - Leon II(Married to Ashawnette), Shannon, Laura, Rachel, Ashton (married to Darnell), Brandon, Anthony Jr.,Brianna, and T homas, and great-grandchildren - Sanaa,  Kaylee, Ayden, and Ilona, and Kori meant the world to him.

He also enjoyed fishing, crabbing, watching his favorite football team, the Philadelphia Eagles, and most importantly, spending time with his family. Paul and Sheila loved to travel, especially to Hawaii.

Paul is survived by his sister Gertrude Green and her children Steve, Paula, Tyrone, and Michael. He was predeceased by his parents, his mother-in-law Francis (nee Dunn) Dorin, nephew Harold (Juno), brother-in-law Robert Dorin, and his beloved grandson Chase Hill. Paul will be sadly missed by his family and friends, Wesley Dorin (married to Mary), Richard Dorin (married to Dorothy), Thomas Dorin, Mary Jean King (married to Walley), and Regina Dorin (Steve), as well as a host of nieces and nephews.

Paul McRae's legacy of love, dedication, and service will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. May he rest in peace.

In Loving Memory of Dad Your love and strength guided us, Your spirit lives on in our hearts. Forever missed, forever dear, In every moment, you are near.

Rest in peace, dear dad.