Paul Curtis Leibe

"I worked with Paul at the Enterprise and will always cherish his stories that I remember so well. He was a wonderful man, a good friend, and will be missed by all. "
- Neal Dyson
- Posted: Sunday, September 14, 2008

"I never met you, but I fell in love with your sister Lisa. She is such a wonderful person. I use to love going over to your mom's house, she was fun to be around. My condolences to you and the entire Leibe family. "
- Steve Marshall
- Posted: Monday, August 4, 2008

"What follows is a portion of a eulogy that I gave today at Paul's service. Paul & I have been friends since we were in 4th grade, somewhat over 50 years ago. We met when he began attending St. Hugh's Elementary School in Greenbelt after he and his folks moved there from DC. After 50+ years, even though I'm not related to Paul by blood, I consider myself part of his family. Paul probably took tens of thousands of photographs during his lifetime but unfortunately there are not that many of him. "Paul never met a stranger." This has been mentioned several times in the last week and a half. A truer statement has never been spoken! Paul was always saying "my good buddy so and so" about everyone. After my wife Linda & I moved down here it took us a while to realize that this was very true. Paul knew everyone and everyone knew Paul. A great example of this is Lee Anderson who took that picture that the Enterprise used in that wonderful article by John Wharton in last Friday's paper. Last November, Paul & I rode our motorcycles up to DC to be in the parade for the 25th Anniversary of the Viet Nam Wall. When we left the staging area to get onto the actual parade route a guy came up and asked Paul if he could hitch a ride for a few blocks. Paul said sure and Lee rode with him for a while. When he got off, Paul asked him if he would take a picture of us. That picture means more to me than I can express. The last time a picture was taken of Paul and I like that was well over 40 years ago! Paul has kept in touch with Lee ever since. That's just the way he was. Thank you to all of Paul's friends, those from his past and his present, for being at the Memorial Service today to share in Paul's family's grief in his passing and our joy that he's in a better place. Thanks to the Enterprise for bringing out Paul's true creative nature for the last twenty years. I can assure you that Paul considered himself very, very lucky to have a job that he truly loved. I'm going to miss you Paul. May you have fair winds and a following sea. Paul's 61st birthday would've been the day after tomorrow. Every year he said to me "I may be getting older, but I'll never be as old as you." Those words have a different meaning to me today. Happy Birthday Paul."
- Mike Kerr
- Posted: Saturday, August 2, 2008

"Paul, I never got a chance to know you but it is touching to see how much you meant to my wife and the rest of the family. I celebrate your life along with them today through these words and prayer and I know that God indeed blessed you in life and continues to in death as well."
- Donald Burgett
- Posted: Saturday, August 2, 2008

"Paul was a special guy. He was a beautiful brother. He didn't see race. He didn't see age. If you were his friend, that is all that mattered. I will miss him every day. There are few angels placed on earth like him. He was an angel. "
- Anonymous Guy
- Posted: Friday, August 1, 2008

"It's hard to believe. It was 23 years ago this week that I was on my way to the 104.1 studios to 'learn the board' from a guy I only knew as "Paul Curtis". I recall listening on the way in and being struck by Paul's relaxed and 'guy-next-door' on-air presence. Once I arrived at the station I kind of braced myself for who Paul Curtis was once the microphone was off (with radio people you just never knew). I'm fortunate to have experienced, first-hand, Paul Leibe was the very same guy I heard on the air as Paul Curtis! It may sound quirky but, Paul was the same, genuine, guy on and off the air. Paul and I spoke on the phone a few days before his last procedure where he talked about the events that led him there. Though Paul and I weren't in constant contact since the XTRA-104 days, I am thankful I was at my desk that afternoon and equally privileged to have shared those 30 minutes or so with Paul. Godspeed, Paul. "
- Joe Lehan
- Posted: Friday, August 1, 2008

"Paul, you will always be my big brother. I remember and treasure every minute with you from your loud clunky firemen boots running down the stairs for a call at 3:00 a.m. when you were 16 and we were 1 to hugging you and crying together 3 days before you died. I wish I hadn't left you and you might still be here. I know I told you this when we were in the hospital together two weeks ago, I remember every motorcycle ride you took me on, every cool car you gave us a ride in, all of your friends, your scrapes and burns when you and your motorcycle went down and mom bandaging you up. Going to the firemen's convention at Ocean City every year. I remember mom ironing your navy uniforms and your police uniforms. I remember trips to the playground, the bay and Annapolis and your sailboat. I'll always remember going to hockey games with you and visiting you at your radio stations. I remember your heartaches and your joys. Remember when you had a softshell crab sandwich and asked if I wanted a bite, then you lifted the bread and there was a whole crab! EEk! I remember you working on the house with dad when he died and how well you took care of mom and Aunt Mar. I will always be blessed with the memory of you walking me down the aisle when I got married. Sue and I looked at pictures of you yesterday of your whole life for the DVD and today I looked at pictures of our trip to see Lynne and John and Mom. I see your face and I just can't believe it. I love you so very much and am so very heartbroken. I know you are saying "don't cry sweetie," but I have to. I love you always. Your Sis, In Love and Light Lisa "
- Lisa Gemmill (Leibe)
- Posted: Friday, August 1, 2008

"My Dearest Susie and Family, You are in my prayers. Not every gets to find someone to love and I know that you and Paul were best friends as well as husband and wife. When you love someone, they will always be in your heart. I know that Paul's love of people and life will continue to shine through his family. God Bless You."
- Susan Settle
- Posted: Thursday, July 31, 2008

"Just got the message from Margaret Wiser McKinney. My heartfelt sympathy to his family. I remember Paul with affection and only good memories. We grew up in Greenbelt,went to St. Hugh's and High Point High School together. God love and keep you and your family. Thanks for being part of my childhood memories - they were great."
- Diane Ronchi
- Posted: Wednesday, July 30, 2008

"So sorry to hear of Paul's passing . Our friendship started as 8 year old cubscouts in Greenbelt . His Mom was our den mother .Our friendship continued thru highschool . Years later we renewed our friendship with long conversations at the Mechanicsville 7 Eleven. After I moved to Florida he never failed to ask my son how I was doing.I know everyone will miss him as he was such a nice guy.. "
- Robert ( Bob ) Schweizer
- Posted: Tuesday, July 29, 2008

"Sorry to hear of Pauls passing. He was a graet guy. He spread a lot of good to and about folks in the County. If only his camera could talk. Auctions were a favorite passstime of his. Every time he came to one of our auctions he would say how much he enjoyed them. Paul you have left quite a legacy. My condolences to the family"
- Billy Fitzgerald
- Posted: Tuesday, July 29, 2008

"Cooki, Paul was a better person because you loved him and you are a better person because he loved you. No matter what or where you both continued to love each other of this I am certain. Paul knew he was loved by you and you by him. Love never makes one shame and love covers all. Hold on to the promised that God promised death was the beginning of a new life. What better gift could Jesus give him than for him to be able to stand in the presence of God. All Is Well Cooki. I Love You. My Little Country Friend Forever!"
- Betty Pindell
- Posted: Tuesday, July 29, 2008

"Susan, Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you, anything. Keep your husband alive in your memories and know your friends are praying for you. I am truly sorry for your loss."
- Patricia Rivenbark
- Posted: Tuesday, July 29, 2008

"Paul always said I was responsible for his job at the Enterprise because I was the one who told him about it. He loved his job so to play a little part in it was great. We met when he was the DJ and I was the newsman at WPTX. We were a great morning team and remaied friends ever since. I am going to miss him."
- Dick Myers
- Posted: Monday, July 28, 2008

"I would like to express my deepest sympathy and condolences to Paul's family and friends. Paul's mother and my mother were cousins who grew up together but with families living so far apart nowadays, I had not had the pleasure of getting to know Paul, his wife Sue or his sister's Lynne & Lisa. From reading the messages written here from friends and associates who knew him well, I can certainly see that heaven holds another bright star. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family, friends and co-workers. "
- Linda Vosbury
- Posted: Monday, July 28, 2008

"I am the PAO for the USS AMERICA Carrier Veterans Association. Paul was a man extremely proud of his service to his country, exemplified by his continued support of the CVA. As with all our members who travel down this road he will be missed. Smooth Sailin' Don"Tailhooker" Richardson "
- Don Richardson
- Posted: Monday, July 28, 2008

"Paul was a special man and I will miss him dearly. My heart goes out to all his family and friends, but rest assured he has left his mark with not just me, but lots of others out there. We Love you Paul and will miss you!"
- John Kuhns
- Posted: Sunday, July 27, 2008

"I was very shocked to hear of Paul's passing. He was a really nice person. Paul came to the Christmas Tree lighting in Chaptico every year. He told me he really enjoyed it because it was small, "like going back in time", he would say. We very much appreciated it. Paul followed my daughter Tiffani's career with the Redskins. He would ask me every time he saw me how she was doing. He did an article about her some years back. I really liked Paul. I will miss him. Take care to all of his family. God Bless you Paul. Bill"
- Bill Mattingly
- Posted: Sunday, July 27, 2008

"Paul was my neighbor for a while in the late 80's at Park Hall, Janeen Place. I remeber Paul as very caring person and he was a great neighbor. "
- Ann Tippett
- Posted: Sunday, July 27, 2008

"SUE AND FAMILY, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. WILL MISS READING PAUL'S STORIES, HE WAS A GREAT WRITER."
- ROSE NELSON
- Posted: Sunday, July 27, 2008

"My condolences to all who knew Paul. He had quite a way with people, filling the lives of those of us who knew him with sunshine, smiles, and funny stories. I can remember working overnights on the radio and Paul would call me, listening to MY show as he drove home from XTRA 104. We'd always have a good chat and that made the long overnight shift go much faster. My family and I would go to Caps games and meet up with Paul between hockey periods to talk about the game. My husband worked with him for a time, and Paul and Sue attended my brother's wedding in my parents backyard. So effortlessly did this man weave himself into the joyful tapestry of my life, adding such color and vibrance. Paul, there will never be another like you...more's the pity. Put in a good word upstairs for our Caps, okay? Oh and make sure you keep the music playing, until we meet again. With love, Stacy"
- Stacy Reynolds Oosterink
- Posted: Sunday, July 27, 2008

"Paul and I went to High Point High School in PG County back in the cool sixties. He and I have crossed paths a few times over the years and said we were always going to meet at Bert's to get to know one another's spouses. We never did and now never will. It goes to show you when you say you are going to do something you can't put it off. My condolences to Paul's family during the time of loss. Paul was a very kind soul who loved to get the story! My prayers are with his family and friends. Expecially to Mike Kerr who has been his life-long buddy. "
- Judith Mahoney Woodburn
- Posted: Saturday, July 26, 2008

"I got to know Paul at XTRA-104 in 1987. We immediately hit it off. We shared a love of good radio and Caps hockey. Paul was one of the sweetest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing and working with. Although we hadn't been in touch in quite some time I was shocked to hear about his death. God bless yah Paulie.Rest in peace. "
- Paul Wagner
- Posted: Saturday, July 26, 2008

"I worked with Paul at WXTR-Fm. My prayers go out to his fsmily. He brought enthusiasm, drive and devotion to the broadcasting industry."
- Dennis Crowley
- Posted: Saturday, July 26, 2008

"We met Paul years ago and became instant friends. Every time we saw each other we picked up as if we just chatted yesterday. Our prayers are with his family. Paul touched many people and will be remembered always. "
- Joe and Frances Titus
- Posted: Saturday, July 26, 2008

"Paul and I had a couple of things in common. In addition to sharing the same first name, we attended the same high school at some point. Paul was one of the nicest guys I've met in broadcasting and it was a joy to work with him on those Sunday's at WNAV. My deepest condolences to his family and may Paul rest in peace."
- P. Kenneth "Kenny" Burns
- Posted: Saturday, July 26, 2008

"I'm a reporter with the Maryland Independent and I've been with this company for almost as long as Paul. He started in this business similar to the way that I started and he certainly was a natural storyteller and excellent writer and photographer. I didn't know him real well, but I often called him to get contacts from the St. Mary's County community when I was writing stories for the newspaper. He knew everybody and everyone always had such nice things to say about him. I know that he will be truly missed. The newspaper has lost one of its best. God bless, Paul---and thank you for being who you were and thank you for serving our country."
- Nancy McConaty
- Posted: Saturday, July 26, 2008

"I have never met a nicer person. Paul will be greatly missed by every life he touched. My condolences to Paul's family and friends."
- Rick Corcoran
- Posted: Saturday, July 26, 2008

"Paul was everyone's friend. He helped me get through some tough times years ago by just listening to the ravings of a 20-something brat who didn't know much about life but thought he did. Then Paul would talk about his experience in the police or the Navy and I'd realize I had so much to learn about life. I worked with Paul at The Enterprise in the 1990s and dearly remember his patience when the sports photos I would bring back were not all that great. Somehow he salvaged what I had and made it work. I don't remember a day that he didn't smile and laugh at something. He made people feel welcome. My thoughts are with Paul's family. I am so sorry for your loss. You, more than anyone, know what a special man Paul was. Many others agree, including myself. There are no coincidences. I was thinking about Paul the other day because I used a word that he always used affectionately when we were alone in the office. I was talking to some retired Navy Chiefs who I now work with and one of them called me "shipmate", so I used Paul's word in response - "Thanks Bunky." I haven 't heard, or used, that word in years. It was Paul's word. Farewell Bunky. "
- Kelvin Neely
- Posted: Friday, July 25, 2008

"Paul's writings always brought attention and public response for the annual muscular dystrophy event. He was such a caring person and it showed through his work in his reporting and photography. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends at this time."
- Janet Nagle
- Posted: Friday, July 25, 2008

"God Bless You, Guido. Rest in Peace."
- Bob Jones
- Posted: Friday, July 25, 2008

"My sincere condolences are extended to Sue and Paul's family. I am heartbroken to learn of Paul's death. He was a dear friend, even though I kept in contact only by email and not nearly as often as I would have liked. Every so often, we would talk on the phone on Sundays as he drove home from his radio gig, which he loved to do. Paul and I had been friends since we worked together as police officers in the early '70's. In recent years, since my retirement, he was one of a very few who I kept in contact with from my police career. Paul was a genuinely kind, good person. I always appreciated his sense of humor and natural tendency to enjoy a glass half filled rather than lament about one half empty. We had common interests in writing and journalism, motorcycles and we enjoy reminiscing about our police adventures and mishaps. I will forever cherish the visit that Sue and Paul made to our home in Dorchester County, in 2001. Thereafter, Paul and I had no problem remembering the date of their visit because the next morning, Sept. 11, the world forever changed. I will miss Paul dearly. "
- Richard Kendall
- Posted: Friday, July 25, 2008

"I am so sorry to hear of the loss of my friend, Paul. He was one of a kind and will truly be missed by all who knew him. My deepest condolences to his family in this very stressful time."
- Mike Humphries
- Posted: Friday, July 25, 2008

"My prayers are with Paul and his family. I worked with Paul 23 years ago and he was always a very nice man who loved his work. He will be missed by many."
- Terry (Clarke) Meador
- Posted: Friday, July 25, 2008

"What a shame to hear about Paul's (Guido's) death. I knew Paul going on 30 years. Always the nice guy. I remember the days when he was an Annapolis cop hanging out at WYRE. We would get in touch from time to time. In the business; he was what we call a "survivor." Moreover; he was a great guy who will be sorely missed. My sympathies to Paul's family."
- sean hall
- Posted: Friday, July 25, 2008

"Paul was a warm and funny guy who lived life to the fullest. My condolences to all of his family and friends. "
- Lucy Buck Boucher
- Posted: Friday, July 25, 2008

"Dear Sue I am so sorry for your loss! My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you and your family. Please know you are loved and you are kept in the hearts of those who love you. "
- Elisa Sweeney
- Posted: Friday, July 25, 2008

"Paul will be missed. It was a pleasure working with and knowing him. My condolences to his family and friends."
- Mark Abromaitis
- Posted: Friday, July 25, 2008

"First of all, to Sue and Mike, I know the depth of grief you are feeling. Believe me, I feel it too. To Jerry: do not harbor any guilt over your decision; knowing Paul as I did, I know he would not want any of us to witness what happened. He never in his life wanted to make anyone sad. I know he preferred to slip away quietly without having to watch us suffer. I loved him like a brother and he treated me like a brother. We all have to accept the fact that Paul will never again feel any pain. We have to keep remembering that to overcome our own. It will take a long time for us to heal from our loss and our feeling of loss will never vanish completely. We'll live the rest of our lives missing him. Rest in peace, my friend."
- Andy Ramisch
- Posted: Friday, July 25, 2008

"Sue and family, my deepest sympathy. I got to know Paul when I was at the 9-1-1 Communications Center. He was a good friend and a kind person. He will be surely missed by all who knew him. God bless."
- Shirley Copado
- Posted: Friday, July 25, 2008

"We'll miss Paul at 1430 WNAV. He loved doing his radio program and always had good things to say about everyone. Sunday mornings at 10 won't be the same... "
- Bill Lusby
- Posted: Friday, July 25, 2008

"My prayers and deepest sympathy go out to Pauls sisters,Lynne and Lisa-his wife Sue- his 'friend for life' Mike and his wife and to all of his other friends in southern Maryland. Til' we meet again Cous... john"
- John Redick
- Posted: Thursday, July 24, 2008

"Paul had asked me to be his room mate, but I didn't want to move back to MD. So he died alone. I should have been there. I will never forgive myself. I'm so sorry."
- Jerry Palazola
- Posted: Thursday, July 24, 2008

"I am so sorry to hear that Paul has died. He was always the nicest, kindest person you could know. I was lucky enough to have had him as my Senior Prom date. We had many fond memories over the years. He will most certainly be missed by all who knew him."
- Sue Pellant
- Posted: Thursday, July 24, 2008