 on this playlist of Paul’s favorite songs and artists as you read this email.Saturday, October 4th, 2025 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
Where
The Jericho Sailing Centre located at 1300 Discovery Street, Vancouver, BC V6R 4L9
(A place Paul loved to launch his kayak.)
What to Wear
In true Paul style, if he wasn't in a crisp, well-fitted suit, he was in athletic gear: a cherished Nordic tuque, a well-worn paddling wetsuit, a sun-bleached silk shirt, or vintage ’90s sport shades.
4:00 pm - Life Tributes & Memories
Paul’s obituary can now be viewed online and will also be published in The Vancouver Sun and The Province this Saturday, September 20th 2025.
Click here to view Paul Austin James Heraty’s Obituary
In lieu of flowers or cards, we have created a Legacy fund - The Heraty Foundation - through the Vancouver Foundation. The Heraty Foundation was created to carry Paul’s adventurous and generous spirit forward by supporting two causes close to his heart:
- North Shore Search and Rescue - Reflecting his lifelong love of wilderness, adventure, and service.
- The Parkinson’s Society of BC - Supporting individuals and families navigating Parkinson’s with courage, hope, and community.
Georgia Heraty
Dear friends and family, near and far, old friends and new,
It is with deep sadness, I share the passing of Paul Austin James Heraty who left us peacefully on June 26th, 2025, at the age of 72.
Paul was a man of remarkable strength, humour, and heart. He faced a long journey with Parkinson’s Disease and Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma with courage and grace.
He was a devoted husband, a loving father, a caring brother, a true friend, a gifted writer, and an explorer of both the natural world and the creative spirit.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday October 4th 2025 at 3:00pm at The Jericho Sailing Centre. Located at 1300 Discovery Street, Vancouver, BC.
