Paul D. Vadeboncoeur, age 57, of Manistee died peacefully Tuesday, October 17, 2017 at the Manistee County Medical Care Facility in Manistee.

He was born on July 9, 1960 in Manistee, MI son of the late Donald and Gloria (Popielarz) Vadeboncoeur Sr. Paul attended and completed his education with ISD in Manistee. He was a gentle, loving person devoted to his many jobs and volunteering. He worked for Cherry Republic, Crystal Mountain, Manistee Recycling and small jobs through the M.B.C.H. Workshop – Audubon Society grooming trails, raking, shoveling and filling bird feeders, also Meals on Wheels. Paul was a member of Divine Mercy Parish (St. Joseph Catholic Church) of Manistee and loved attending Mass where he was known for his echo there. He was involved in Special Olympics, basketball, bowling, enjoyed swimming and was also a member of a choir.

Paul is survived by his sister & brother-in-law, Sue Ann & William Czarnecki of Manistee, MI, three brothers & sisters-in-law: Donald & Loretta Vadeboncoeur, Jr., Philip & Delores Vadeboncoeur and James & Ann Vadeboncoeur all of Manistee. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive him, including his devoted caregivers Rennae & Jon Hansen; his special friend Tom Zatarga and his coworkers also survive him.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his loving sister and caretaker, Sharon K. and her husband Dennis Switalski.

Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 24, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at Saint Joseph Catholic Church in Manistee. Burial will follow at Mount Carmel Cemetery, also in Manistee.
The family will receive friends at the church, one hour prior to Paul's funeral Mass.

Memorials have been established in Paul's name for The Friendship Society of Manistee and Hospice of Michigan. Envelopes are available at the funeral home and will be available at the church on Tuesday.

The Herbert Funeral Home of Manistee is in charge of funeral arrangements.