James Thomas Paul of Raeford died October 31, 2022 at Cape Fear Valley Hospital surrounded by his family.
He was born on December 11, 1949 in Robeson County to the late Archie Thomas Paul and Elma Lamm Paul.
He was preceded in death by his brother, George Lewis Paul, and sister Grace York.
He was a Past Master Mason of St. Alban's Lodge #114 of Lumberton, and a Shriner. He was an avid golfer and collector of many things and a chess aficionado. He loved spending time with his family and friends as well as his fellow Masons and Shriners.
He is survived by his wife Diane Finch Taylor; daughter, Jennifer Finley; two sisters, Una Paul Wade, and Ila Paul Killian; four stepsons, Nathan Taylor (Lindsey), Brian Taylor, Jae Keith, and Barry Keith; and nine grandchildren,Nolan, Ethan, Cassidy, Austin, Gavin, Aiden, Max, Logan, and Henry.
A visitation will be held from 3-4 p.m. Friday, November 4, 2022 at Galatia Presbyterian Church Fellowship Hall.
A memorial service will follow at 4 p.m. at the church with Herman Autry officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to the Shriners Hospital for Children at 29000 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa Florida, 33607.