Paul Lindberg
February 27, 1929 - August 16, 2014
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Paul Francis Lindberg, 85, of Billings, Montana, passed away from complications of cancer on August 16, 2014, at the Mission Ridge Active Senior Center. He was born on February 27,1929, to Paul Lindberg, Sr. and Catherine (Comer) Lindberg in Galesburg, IL. Paul joined the Air Force right out of high school and worked as a machinist. After his military service, he worked for Gale Products in Galesburg where he made outboard motors. Paul married his high school sweetheart, Norma Miller, in 1950 and had three children. Paul and Norma moved their family to Covina, CA, In 1965 and opened two Sir George's Royal Buffet/Smorgasbords; one located in West Covina and one in Pomona. After selling the restaurants, Paul worked as a tool and die maker at Caco Pacific In Covina, retiring In 1992. Paul was a great engineer and created many things, including the Hershey's cocoa container. Later in life he learned to pilot a Cessna, which was one of his life-long dreams. Sadly, Norma passed away In August of 2000. Several years later, Paul moved to Mesa, AZ.. There he met Doreene Nesbit from Billings, MT, and they developed a beautiful relationship. He moved from Mesa to join Doreene In Montana and has been there ever since. Paul was preceded in death by his parents and wife Norma. He is survived by his loving companion, Doreene; daughters Gail Jackson of Nevada and Donna Lawrence of California; and his son Gary Lindberg of Colorado. He also leaves his extended family Michael Haugan, Cathy Kirkpatrick, Linda McGinnis, Kevin Haugan, and Kim Jennings. At Paul's request, no memorial service will be held. His cremains will be scattered by family members in the Yellowstone River in Billings. Should you wish to make a donation in Paul's memory, you may contact your local cancer society or select another non-profit agency of your choice.
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Gail
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My Dad worked two jobs, in different cities, in Illinois to keep food on the table. He moved us to California to open two restaurants to make a better life for us. He raced stock cars when he was younger and flew airplanes when he was older. He loved golf and dancing. Hard working family man that got along with everyone. I miss you. Love you. #1
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Paul Cockrell
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To the family of Paul Lindberg, First of all I would like to offer my condolences to the family. I remember Paul very well, as I was working at Caco Pacific when he started. I also was a tool & die maker at Caco Pacific and worked along side Paul until he retired in 1992. I didn't retire until 2004. I remember him as a very nice person that got along with everyone. He was truly a great employee. I remember when he started he told me about the Sir George's Royal Buffets that he owned and I had eaten there without knowing Paul and was surprised that he once owned them.