Here are some of the comments and remembrances on Paul Sidney’s obituary at The Press’s website, 27east.com.
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he first time I saw Paul Sidney was in 1964 or 65 while he was doing a live broadcast from the window of Spitz’s Furniture Store in Sag Harbor in his pajamas on one of their beds. I was fascinated by his courage and humor. He was a very unique part of Sag Harbor and his character will be missed.
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ibby (Hempstead)
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ia con Dios, Paul. He was large part of the East End, and what is a special way of life.
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erry (Southampton)
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uch sad news. I’ll always remember Paul for his coverage of local hurricanes, listening to him by candlelight and getting the latest updates. R.I.P.
PrivateerMatt (Weesuck Creek, EQ)
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knew Paul for many, many years. He was a wonderful person who loved and cared about the East End of Long Island and its residents. He was a calming voice during emergencies and it was my honor to present him with a proclamation on behalf of Southampton Town during the station’s 40th anniversary celebration and Oldies Show at Southampton High School several years ago. I always enjoyed my time on the air with Paul and always called in during his “Christmas Card of the Airways” program on Christmas morning.
Indeed, Paul was truly an original and unique individual, and he will be missed by many. Rest in Peace, Paul.
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obert I Ross (Hampton Bays)
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e will be sorely missed. His humanity showed through everything he did. Paul Sidney’s life should be a model for what one man can do if he believes and tries hard enough.
foodie (Remsenburg)
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Paul was a great person. He would always have time for a hello while he sat on the bench in Sag Harbor. I think the whole East End is grieving for him today. The Voice of The Hamptons is no more. RIP my friend, you will be missed.
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s the news of Paul’s passing is spreading through radio circles nationwide it has come to me via an e-mail from a radio person in North Dakota. Paul’s fame was nationwide. He was—as another post here said—the best of the best. Paul gave me my start in on the air radio in 1965 ... Were it not for him I would not have spent the last 45 years in this business and as I wipe away a tear and ask God to shelter and protect his soul I can only say Thank You, Paul.
radioconsultant (Reno Nevada)
on Apr 8, 2009