Paul John Legaj
March 3, 1946 ~ September 14, 2022
ROCKY MOUNT – Paul John Legaj, age 76, passed away on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Born in Wayne County, MI on March 3, 1946, he was the son of the late John J. Legaj and Irene Ostraska Legaj. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Michael J. Legaj and by his stepmother, Emily Legaj.
Paul was a devoted member of Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church for many years. Additionally, he was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council 4600 and the Rocky Mount Elks Lodge 1038. Paul retired from Cummins Engine Plant after 33 years, was an avid golfer and talented wood worker. He enjoyed spending time with his family especially with his children and grandchildren. A loving and committed husband, father, grandfather, and dear friend to many, Paul will be forever loved and deeply missed by all those who knew him.
Paul is survived by his wife of 57 ½ years, Susan Manley Legaj; his sons, Paul M. Legaj and wife, Melba, of Rocky Mount and John F. Legaj and wife, Molly, of Port Washington, WI; his daughter, Andrea Legaj-Milks of Elm City; his grandchildren, Michael, Joshua, and Colin Legaj and Brandon Milks.
A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, September 19, 2022, at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 331 Hammond Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 with Father Tim Meares celebrating with a recitation of the Rosary at 10:15 AM prior to the service. Visitation with the family will be held on Sunday, September 18, 2022, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the family home and on Monday, September 19, 2022, starting at 9:30 AM at the church.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Paul’s memory to either the NCC Foundation – Paul J. Legaj Memorial Scholarship Fund, 522 N. Old Carriage Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804, or to the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School, 331 Hammond Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804, or to the Knights of Columbus Council 4600, 331 Hammond St., Rocky Mount, NC 27804.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Visitation with the family will be held on Sunday, September 18, 2022, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the family home and on Monday, September 19, 2022, starting at 9:30 AM at the church.
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My 🙏 are with you & your family Susan
Mrs Legaj, Paul, John, Andrea and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I have so many wonderful happy memories of time spent with your family. The thing I remember most about Mr Legaj was his big smile and happy demeanor, always seemed to be having a good time. He was a great guy and the world is certainly a bit dimmer without him. I will be praying for peace for your family. Dawn Henderson Fitzgerald
Susan, I am so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if you need anything.
Sue I have no words, this is heartbreaking to hear We are so sorry for this loss that you bare now Our prayers are with you as they have always been Paul was a wonderful man,kind and generous Thank you for the gift of your friendships over the years God Bless you and your beautiful family❤️🙏
My condolences to the Legaj family for the loss of a their loved one. I will always have a special memory of Paul as he was my cart mate when I scored my first hole in one. Paul’s signature is on the scorecard, in his impeccable handwriting, that hangs on my wall. I also have a picture of Paul, Bob B., Richard U. and myself commemorating the event on my wall. Paul, Gary W. and Jimmy C. and I had a great time driving down to Myrtle Beach for a number of years. Paul was a excellent golfer and also a great person to be around. He will be missed by all of his friends. May God bless him and his entire family!
Dear Sue, So sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you and your family and the repose of Paul’s soul, May God ease the pain of your loss. Love, Wilma
Sue, I was so sorry to hear about Paul. I have many happy memories about the times we spent together at family events when we were kids. He will be missed. Cousin Wally
Sue I am so sorry to hear of your loss, our deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss… Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
With loving memories of our dear friend Paul Legaj, From Muriel Rowley and family
Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss…Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sue, we are so sorry for your loss and prat God will be with you to ease your pain. Love, Ted and Cindy Frantz.
Eternal rest Uncle Paul
Dear family, On behalf of Orchard Lake St. Mary’s Class of ’64 please accept our sympathy and condolences. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May your faith in the resurrection give you strength and comfort. May the angels welcome Paul to the Lord’s heavenly kingdom.
My deepest condolences to the Legaj family. Paul was a kind,warm,caring and generous man. I mainly knew Paul through the sport of golf. I played many rounds of golf during our friendship at Northgreen and many excursions to Myrtle Beach. He was kind enough to drive on many of those trips. i will cherish my memories of friendship close to my heart. He will be missed by many! Rest in peace Paul