William Paul SIZEMORE Obituary (2024)

Paul Sizemore (45) of Cowiche, Washington, passed on Friday, December 13th, 2024 surrounded by family and friends, who loved him deeply. He died unexpectedly at Multicare Yakima Memorial Hospital. He was born on June 21st, 1979 in Yakima, WA, and raised in Moxee and Naches by Pam and Ken Emmerson (Mom and Dad). Paul attended school in East Valley, Naches Valley, and graduated from Green River Community College with his High School diploma. Charmingly social, Paul lit up the room at every event, bringing joy, laughter, and tears to many get togethers. He loved to cook, keeping family recipes alive, and trying new ones whenever inspiration struck him. He also loved to fish. He liked gardening his corn and sunflowers. Paul loved to travel, enjoying yearly trips to the Washington and Oregon Coasts with his grandparents; Theme parks with his parents and siblings; and trips to L.A. and Vegas wit his best friend, Erica. Paul is preceded in death by his grandparents; Bob and Carolyn Paul, Wally and Judy McKelheer, Bob and Mercy Emmerson, his brother Joseph (J.J.) Emmerson, and his every loyal companion dog Kingston. He is survived by his mother and father; Pam and Ken Emmerson Sr., birthfather; William "Greg" Sizemore, siblings; Samantha (Day-Emmerson, Draisey), Kenny Emmerson Jr., and Jesse Sizemore, his Aunt Penny Paul, Uncle Robert M. Paul Jr., and Aunt Mia McKelheer, as well as many cousins and friends, and his proud companion dog, Kara. All of whom greatly miss his presence and cheer. Paul's Life will be celebrated by family and friends in April 2025. Thank you to Brookside for their care and services. Brookside Funeral Home & Crematory are caring for the family. Memories and condolences may be shared at: www.brooksidefuneral.com