Paul L. Meagher

Paul Leroy Meagher of Oil City, PA. passed away to be with his wife, JoAnne. He would have been 91 years old this August 22nd. Paul lived an active and eventful life. He passed on peacefully on Sunday May 10, 2026.

Born on August 22,1935, he was the son of the late Walter and Violet Meagher of President,  PA., where he grew up and attended a one room school in President Township. A early grade school house just down the dirt road from his home. Paul enlisted in the Army in 1958 and served through 1968. 

When he returned to the States, he continued to serve in the National Guards and the Army Reserves. Spending 21 years of his life serving his country which he prides himself on. 

On July 28, 1972, Paul married the love of his life, JoAnne M. Carey-Krepp Meagher. They celebrated 54 years of marriage prior to her death in August 2024 with dementia. 

Paul proudly raised four beautiful daughters as his own. From ages of 7, 9, 11 and 13. Proving the kind, generous heart of this man. Paul never met a stranger. He was always happy and smiling. His many friends say that Paul was a winner and good at anything he did. Every sport he played, every job he’s ever had. Starting with his first job out of the service. Being a Master Carpenter he built many houses in the Oliver Manor neighborhood. He then worked as Maintenance Supervisor at the Oil City Hospital for over 18 years prior to retiring. Paul received recognition for perfect attendance. Never missed a day of work! Even in retirement, Paul went back to carpentry. Building home additions, libraries, decks, porches with roofs, garages and etc.

Paul enjoyed playing every 

sport, hunting, fishing, canning and even having poker parties. He scored perfect 600 when bowling. Pitching every softball fame. Later on was golfing the low score on the greens. Hasson Heights Disk Frisbee.  especially lately the game corn hole has been his favorite at the NWPA LIFE CENTER. Above all else, his family meant the world to him.The Best Husband, The Best Father, Best Person to have as your friend. Right up to the very end. You would never hear a complaint or negative comment from him. Just a joy to be with. Teasing, laughing, funning and the most kind, caring heart that a man could have. If you knew Paul, then you were his friend. There was nothing by laughter and fun when you were around him. So much adoration and admiration for Paul. 

Paul, the father, the friend, the brother and the all around good guy will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.

In addition to his parents, Paul was preceded in death by his wife, JoAnne Carey-Meagher (2024), Daughter, Jayne Krepp-White (2009), son-in-law, Mike Greene (2017),  son-in-law , John Hogue (2025). The "Crazy Carey Clan", In-Laws, Jack (Peanuts), James, Dick, Robert, Mary + Jim Neideritter, Patricia + William (Bill) McClellan, His Cousin, Genie Steer and Uncle Rudy. 

Left to hold and cherish his loving memory are his three Siblings, Beverly Meagher (Sis), James and Bea Meagher, (Debbie and James Meagher Jr.) Aurthor Meagher, all residing in President PA. Barbara and Dave Voisin of Waterford PA. Three daughters, Andrea Krepp-Hogue, Yvonne Krepp-Greene of Oil City and Doris Krepp-Crowe of Harrisburg Pa. Ten (10) Grandchildren, Eliott and John Hogue- DeeAnne, Joshua White- Evan Lutz, Toby and Tyler Greene- Matthew, Trisha Krepp and Kaytlynn Polumbo and The Great Grandchildren. 

There will be a celebration of Paul and JoAnne’s Life Together, scheduled at a later date in the future. All friends and family are invited and encouraged to attend and take part in the celebration. This will be set and scheduled for a future Saturday afternoon at the Knights of Columbus on Petroleum Street. 

Friends will be received from 12 Noon-2P.M. Saturday May 16 in the Reinsel Funeral Home.

A Funeral Service will  be held at 2P.M. on Saturday in the Funeral Home with Pastor Josh Botts, Presiding.

Burial with his wife, JoAnne will immediately following the funeral at the Heckathorne Cemetery where military honors will be accorded by the V.E.T.S.Honor Guard.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to The City of Oil City to help with the maintenance of the Softball Fields of Hasson Heights and Mitchell Field or the Community Services of Oil City Center Street to help provide food and shelter to the people who need them. 

Condolences may be sent at www.reinselfuneralhome.com

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