Paul J Tretina Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Paul J. Tretina of Pawleys Island rounded his last base peacefully at home as he wished on Thursday May 26, 2022, to be reunited with the love of his life Lorraine. He was born February 3, 1934 and raised in Philadelphia, the son of the late Frances and step-father George Simon. He was sadly predeceased by his brothers John and Donald Tretina. He is survived by his two Sons: Jeff of Pawleys Island and Paul Jr. and his wife Marilee of Glen Allen, VA; granddaughter Cari Morgan Tretina of Henrico, VA; Sister Frances Bermender of Marlton, NJ; Aunt Irene Feduniue of Philadelphia, PA; and many loving cousins, nephews and nieces. Growing up in a humble neighborhood, he wooed his sweetheart Lorraine as a teenage paperboy and together they enjoyed 62 years of wedded life, love and happiness. He had a passion for playing baseball, and had a scholarship offer to play ball at the University of Pennsylvania, but had to turn it down to help support his brothers and sister. He continued to chase his dream, making it to the semi-pro level and playing throughout the US and Canada. He was a hard-working husband and father, holding two jobs as a young dad and frequently doing home improvement projects in which he took great pride. He worked for American Can Co. as an electrician and was promoted to management during a career spanning 39 years. After moving from Philadelphia, to Maple Shade NJ and Mechanicsburg, PA, they retired in 1998 and moved to Pawleys Island, which they considered to be paradise. They embraced Litchfield Beach due their love of tennis, and had many wonderful times with friends at “The Racquet Club”. Memorials may be made to the charity of your choice. Goldfinch Funeral Home, Litchfield/Pawleys Chapel is handling the arrangements.

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Paul J Tretina

February 3, 1934 - May 26, 2022