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Paul Louis Feldman, 87, of Pawleys Island, SC, passed away on December 28, 2022. He is survived by his wife Lucie-Lee; oldest daughter Paula Burgin and her husband Bill; middle child David Feldman, his wife Clara and their son Ryan; youngest daughter Kathy Garkey and her husband Jason and their kids Tyler and Natalie. Paul always saved time for his family in the evenings after work; usually playing chess or other board games after dinner. He continued to enjoy playing cards and other games throughout his life. Watching football with his eldest daughter became a favorite pastime. Paul enjoyed cooking with and for his family; especially experimenting with new recipes in his later years. He was an avid golfer and maintained a laid back and easy-going demeanor throughout his life. He had an eclectic taste in music and loved going to concerts ranging from classical to big band to country and rock. Professionally, Paul Feldman is known for his considerable work in the understanding and application of the fundamentals of collection of fine particulates that exit from a variety of industrial processes. His degrees in Chemical Engineering, BS from University of Pennsylvania, and PhD from Penn State University prepared him well for the mathematical rigors as well as mastery of the various physical processes necessary for this comprehensive work. Paul Feldman joined Research Cottrell in 1970s to support the development of higher performing and more competitive particulate control devices such as electrostatic precipitators and fabric filters. Towards this end, his research and applications work over twenty years yielded several dozens of peer reviewed technical papers and many patents. His papers were important for the broader diffusion of the science and practice of air pollution control systems across the industry and research institutions. His work is cited by professionals across the globe. After more than twenty years at Research Cottrell , Paul moved on to Environmental Elements to lead the Advanced Air Quality Control Research group. His leadership of the team resulted in further discoveries and inventions at EEC and were translated to technical papers & patents for further diffusion and dissemination in the industry. Paul’s colleagues across the industry and research institutions have a deep admiration and respect for the gentle ways he conducted himself - his work and his professional life have been a major force for good. Services will be held at Goldfinch Funeral Home in Pawleys Island on Monday January 2nd from 1-3pm.

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Paul Louis Feldman

July 16, 1935 - December 28, 2022