George Paul Gatenby Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Gatenby, George Paul, age 76 of Jupiter, Florida, passed away on December 27, 2017 in his home. Paul was born in Albany, New York on July 07, 1941 to George H. and Edythe K. Gatenby. Mr. Gatenby was a long time resident of Palm Beach County coming to Florida in 1965, after he graduated from Clarkson University, Lake Placid, New York with a BSME working for Pratt & Whitney for 30 years. He had many hobbies including flying and skydiving, Formula Vee racing with SCCA, Go-kart racing, sailing, fishing, and riding his Harley. Paul had a rich full live and was always true to himself. He was a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. He is survived by his wife Karen (Cooper) Gatenby of 47 years; two sons George (Johanna); grandchildren Riker, Ava Gatenby, and John Gatenby (Lacey) all of Jupiter; brother-in-law David L. Cooper (Linda) of North Palm Beach and two nephews David Cooper (Susie) of Palm Beach Gardens and Erik Cooper (Shannon) of North Palm Beach. He was pre-decreased by his niece Kristen (Cooper) DeWeese. Paul is also survived by his sister Lynn (Gatenby) Whitten of Sacramento, California and his brother Michael Gatenby of Las Vegas, Nevada. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 06, 2018 at 11:00 am at Taylor and Modeen Funeral Home, 250 Center Street, Jupiter, Florida 33458.

George Paul Gatenby

July 7, 1941 - December 27, 2017