Paul E. Moecking of Newmarket, Ontario, passed away peacefully at the age of 85, at The Willows Estate Nursing Home on Tuesday, August 9, 2016.
Paul was born in Düsseldorf, Germany, on January 15, 1931 to the late Oskar and Anna Möcking. He grew up in Germany, immigrating to Canada in 1955 and settling in Toronto.
Paul is predeceased by his loving wife of 54 years, Mrs. Elizabeth Moecking, his parents, and his brother, Hans Hermann.
He is survived by his sister-in-law, Mrs. Daisy Rucker and was a proud uncle to his nephews and niece: Donald W. Rucker, Janet R. Shaefer (Craig), Thomas G. Rucker (Elizabeth) and Steven P. Rucker (Rebecca), and great uncle to eight nephews and nieces. He will also be missed by his dear friends from Hodgson Drive, Newmarket.
Trained as a machinist, Paul worked in a variety of manufacturing and supervisory positions at Bell and Howell, Canon, and Peckovers Manufacturing. Paul was an avid outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing as a member (over 50 years) of the Mohawk Rod and Gun Club where he held many leadership positions – from President to BBQ Roast Chef for the annual family weekends. He also served as competition judge and taught dog training clinics for the North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association (NAHVDA). Paul cherished weekends and vacations at the cottage that he and Elizabeth built on Healey Lake in the 1960s – a place of welcome hospitality to his many friends and family. Paul shared his love of the outdoors, teaching the next generation the joys of early morning fishing trips, canoeing expeditions, sailing, and waterskiing. Everyone who had the good fortune of knowing Paul remembers his generosity, his many humorous stories, and his eternal optimism.
The family would like to thank the staff at The Willows Estate Nursing Home in Aurora for their loving care.
In conformity with Paul’s wishes, there will be no memorial service. He will be cremated and interment will take place at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada.
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