Comrade Frank Paul 1957 - 2010

The Surgeon General, Cmdre H. W. Jung, announces with great regret the death of Capt. Frank Paul, CD on 10th February 2010 at the age of 53. Born in Badger, Newfoundland 02 July 1956, Captain Frank Paul joined the CF as a Medical Assistant in 1976. Over his significant career he has served from coast to coast, on ship and on shore. Of significance, he has served as SCWO of the CFMSS, and as CF HSVCS GP CWO. He was a driving force behind the creation of the Canadian Association Of Physician Assistants. Upon completion of his tenure as GP CWO, He undertook special Commissioning and was posted to 28 [OTT] Field Ambulance as Operations Officer, A position which allowed him to continue his tradition of developing Junior Medical Technicians. At the time of his passing he was the Adjutant for the Health Services Support Unit Of Joint Task Force Afghanistan, A deployment which he felt would be the capstone of his career. His career can be defined by his inspirational leadership, a passion for teaching and mentoring, and selfless dedication to the CF. Captain Paul was driven by the ideals of caring for CF Personnel and the helping those in need.Comrade Frank Paul was a great Comrade and proud member of the RCL Barrhaven Branch 641.