Paul John Barrans, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 12th, at Michael Garron Hospital in Toronto, Canada.

Paul was a beloved husband and friend to Julette Barrans (nee Donalds) and Lynda Barrans (nee Ellis) - deceased, father to Lisa (Gary), grandfather to Logan, brother to Joyce, Pat, Peter, Elizabeth, Mary (deceased), Jane and Michele, uncle and friend to many.

Paul, son of Elizabeth (Betty) and Leslie (Les) was born and raised in the east end of Toronto where he attended Neil McNeil. A sharp mind for numbers, he entered a career in business and the budding field of computers. This opened opportunities to work and travel around the world, including exploring the continent of Asia while working in Saudi Arabia in the early 80’s. He loved to share stories of his experiences including the people he met, the food he consumed, the culture and lifestyles he explored.

His career landed him at Bell Canada where he worked, for almost 25 years until he retired, across many divisions from training, to sales, to administration. His affability transcended both his work and personal life. An avid fisherman, outdoorsman, car enthusiast and golfer, he loved to be outdoors whether camping in the backcountry of Quebec, ice fishing on Lake Simcoe, cruising the city in his convertible, or hunting for his golf ball in the rough, he made the most of every experience and made it even better for those who joined along for the ride.

Paul was larger than life. He made friends everywhere he went, with his humour, his generosity and his care and kindness for others. He always made time for people in his life, to listen, to counsel and to share stories. He could make everyone laugh and feel at ease, often while preparing or sharing a meal. He was one of a kind and will be deeply missed.

The family asks if donations in lieu of flowers can be made to Michael Garron Hospital in thanks for their compassion over the many years of care.

Services will be held at Pine Hill Cemetery and Funeral Centre. Visitation on Friday, January 19th from 4 – 8 p.m. and Saturday, January 20th from 9 – 10 a.m, with funeral service to follow from 10 – 11 a.m.