Paul Nau was a 32 degree Mason
Paul O. Nau, 91, died on Monday, Jan. 27, 2020, at 7:10 p.m. Vancrest of Ada.
He was born on Jan. 18, 1929, in Port Clinton, Ohio, to the late Clair and Isabelle (Reamer) Nau. On June 27, 1954, Paul married Mary Lou Garland and she survives in Ada. He is survived by two sons: David (Martha) Nau of Ada and Bill (Terri) Nau of Maumee; 9 grandchildren and 4 great grandchildren; and a sister: Sue (Bob) Miedl of Richfield.
After graduating from Port Clinton High School, Paul served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was the Commander of the American Legion post in Oak Harbor as well as County Commander. Paul also served as Treasurer for the United Church of Christ in Oak Harbor and was a 32 degree Mason. For nearly 20 years, Paul was the co-owner of Spangler-Nau Motor Sales in Oak Harbor and Port Clinton.
A memorial service will begin at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 2, at Hanson-Neely Funeral Home, Ada with Pastor Brandi Rigsby officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Ada Public Library.
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