Paul Solliday's Obituary
Taylorville-Paul R. Solliday, 87, of Taylorville passed away at Hickory Estates in Taylorville on Friday, February 10, 2012.
Paul was born February 15, 1924 in Stonington, IL the son of Horace and Cleda (Allen) Solliday. He was a veteran of the United States Air Force and served as a cryptographer in World War II. Paul was a farmer in the Stonington area for many years. He married Betty J. Carter on June 1, 1946 in Stonington, IL. They celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary together in 2006.
Surviving is his son, Dave Solliday of Stonington, IL; grandchildren, Julie, Amanda, Samantha, and Stacey; and great-grandchildren, Ella and Alexia.
He was preceded in death by his wife; parents; son Bruce; and his brother Wendell.
Memorial service to celebrate Paul's life will be on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at 11A.M. in Taylorville at First United Methodist Church. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.
The family of Paul R. Solliday is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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