Paul Lawrence Docteur, 81, of Cape Vincent, NY, passed away peacefully and willingly at the Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown, NY surrounded by his family on May 4, 2024 to rest in the arms of GOD.
Born September 30, 1942 in Alex Bay, son of Lawrence and Gladys Docteur, he graduated from Cape Vincent Central School in 1960. He married Bonnie Wood on September 21, 1963. The couple raised their 4 children in Bergen, NY and spent weekends at their summer home on the River. While residing in Bergen, Paul was a member of the St. Brigid's parish, he also served 2 terms as the Commander of the Bergen American Legion Post 575. Paul served in the US NAVY as a RD3 USNR from 1962 to 1968. After which he worked at Eastman Kodak until his retirement in 1991 where he has since enjoyed every day back on the St. Lawrence. Paul was a parishioner of St. Vincent of Paul Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus Council, 4th Degree. In his leisure time he enjoyed first and foremost watching the Yankees. He volunteered at French Days, the local food bank, served on the planning
board and was a member of the Lions Club. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and enjoyed spending time with family and friends on his beloved St. Lawrence River.
He is survived by his wife of 60 years Bonnie, and their 4 children; Wanda (Mark) Swanson, Kyle Docteur, Angela (Ricky) Corcimiglia, Deborah (Todd) Tillotson. DOC will be missed by his dedicated siblings, his 12 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, as well as several nieces and nephews.
He is predeceased by several loving family members including those closest to his heart; son-in law Jeffrey Ely, brother Louie, grandson Eric Corcimiglia and daughter in law Louella Docteur.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Paul’s name to the Office for the Aging at 175 Arsenal Street 2nd Floor, Watertown, NY 13601.
We will celebrate his life at the St. Vincent of Paul Catholic Church on Kanady Street in Cape Vincent on Saturday, May 11 at 12 noon. Calling hours will be held at the St. Vincent of Paul Catholic Church before the noon service beginning at 10 AM.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Cleveland Funeral Home of Cape Vincent, NY. Online condolences can be made at www.clevelandfhinc.com.
