It is with heavy hearts that we announce the loss of Paul A. Zeltvay, on January 8, 2025, at the age of 72 after a courageous 2-year battle with Glioblastoma. Paul was a vibrant, generous man, who was the life of the party and will be greatly missed by all his family and friends.
He leaves behind his beloved daughters, Emily Coleman (Gary) and Laura DePaolo (Arthur); grandchildren, Caleb Coleman, Gavin DePaolo, Nixon DePaolo, and Holden DePaolo; mother, Marie Kukla; sisters, Alice Thomas (Dave), Debbie Jancik, and Diane Kukla. He is also survived by Susan Haas Zeltvay (Mother to Emily & Laura), Shirley Zeltvay, Caroline Phillips (Mike) and children, and many adored nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Paul A. Zeltvay, Sr. and stepfather, Joe Kukla.
Paul was born in Chicago, IL on May 11, 1952, and was proud of his Ukrainian heritage and cultured upbringing. He attended Wheaton High School and went on to have a successful sales career at Eutectic with alloy metals for almost 50 years. In 1976, he married Susan Haas and had two children, Emily and Laura. Paul was an exceptionally proud father and always had the love and support of his girls.
After moving to Florida, Paul cultivated his active, outdoor lifestyle with a deep love for the ocean. He was a skilled cyclist, free diver and accomplished fisherman. He had an intense appreciation of the sea that brought him so much peace. He leaves behind a legacy of exploration and adventure to his beloved grandsons, for whom he adored. They often participated in his excursions. His jovial spirit, smile, and laughter will never be forgotten.
A funeral service will be held at Ponte Vedra Valley Funeral Home on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at 2 o’clock in the afternoon. In lieu of flowers, the family asks to please consider donating to the Emily Coleman & Laura DePaolo’s fundraising page for The Glioblastoma Research Organization (gbmresearch.org ) in honor of Paul A. Zeltvay. A fitting "Celebration of Life" will be held immediately following.
Please sign the online guestbook at www.pontevedravalley.com.
