It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Paul Puga on April 7, 2012 after a lengthy battle with prostate cancer.

He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Barb; his daughters Karen and Sheila (Gord); his son Duane (Deanna); his grandchildren Harleigh and Lynkoln. His sisters Lily and Pearl of Dauphin, MB; his sister Emily of Brandon, MB; his brother Nick (Cecelia) of Prince George, BC; and many nieces and nephews.

Paul worked as an electrician for over 30 years at the Tolko sawmill in Merritt. His passion for sports was well known. His first love was playing old-timers' hockey. He was also known for his interests in golf, curling, fishing, camping, yard saling and his garden. Everyone in Merritt also got to enjoy his Christmas Star that he erected every year so that his children could always find their way home.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date (TBA).

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Merritt & District Hospice Society, 3451 Voght Street, Merritt, BC, V1K 1C6.