Paul Attaya Obituary

Paul Victor Attaya "Vic" JAMES ISLAND - Paul Victor ("Vic") Attaya, age 77, died Sunday, February 28, 2010, after a lengthy illness. Born October 10, 1932, he was the youngest of three children born to Charles Benedict Attaya and Lillian Fink Attaya. He is survived by his wife Margaret Tisdale Attaya, two sons Paul Victor Attaya Jr. or Auburn, NY and David Holland of Charlotte, NC, three daughters, Kimberly Attaya White (Mrs. Jerry) of Evans, GA, Kim Holland Crianza (Mrs. Michael) of Ormond Beach, FL and Kay Sontag of Waterford, MI. Six grandchildren, Nathan White and Lauren White of Evans, GA, Aubrey Sontag Oslund (Mrs. Steve) of Wyoming, Rebecca Sontag of Waterford, MI, Valerie Cassellman of Auburn, NY, and Rachael Cassellman of Charlotte, NC. One great-grandson, Bryce Hodge of Wyoming. He is also survived by one brother, Charles B. Attaya, Jr. and one sister, Dian Attaya Tangolics, both of Phoenix, AZ. Vic was first a Marine, a member of the First Marine Divisions Recon Company in Korea. He retired as First Sgt from the 2nd Bn 75th Ranger Regiment. During his career he served in the Army in Special Forces, then as a member of the Vietnamese Rangers (Biet Dong Quan). He was the first Sgt with the 2/75th and retired from Ft. Lewis Washington in 1975. His military service awards include The Silver Star, for Gallantry in Action, The Purple Heart - 5th Award, Commendation Medal with "V" Device for Valor - 3d Award, Vietnamese Gallantry Cross with Gold Star, Combat Infantryman's Badge, Combat Action Ribbon, Ranger Tab, Senior Parachutist's Wings, Drill Sergeant Badge, Vietnamese Ranger Badge, Nine Campaign and Service Medals, 5 Unit Citations. Vic was instrumental in starting Honor Guards in four different states. His passion was assuring that any eligible veteran who desired it would have full military honors. His Honor Guard did not refuse any family who asked for and eligible veteran if the schedule permitted it, within a fifty mile radius. He was a member of The VFW Post 445, American Legion Post 147, DAV, Marine Corps League, Korean War Recon Marines. Vic loved his family and his Church, St. James Episcopal. He was an avid fan of the New York Yankees and the University of Miami Hurricanes sports teams. He was also a member of the James Island Senior Center. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations in his memory to a charity of your choice. Two of his favorites were Smile Train (PO Box 96208, Washington, DC 20090-6208) and Water Missions International (PO Box 31258, Charleston, SC 29417). A private Eucharist will be held at St. James Episcopal Church. A memorial visitation will take place from 12:00 p.m., to 2:00 p.m., Saturday, March 6, at The American Legion, Post 147 Folly Road. A Memorial Service with Full Military Honors will follow at 2:00 p.m. Visit our guestbook at www.postandcourier.com/deaths

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier on Mar. 2, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Attaya

12 Entries

Debbue Anthony

March 11, 2010

Mr. Attaya presented my family with the American Flag just a few days earlier at the funeral on Yonges Island of my beloved father. Because it was so hard to let my father go we had a friend of mine photograph the Military Ceremony at the graveyard presented by the James Island Honor Guard. It was an extraordinarily touching ceremony due the love and respect we felt from the presence of Mr. Attaya. I have several pictures taken of him during his last presentation. I will try to send them to your family. Please know that we appreciate all of the attention he gave to our family.

Ryan Brown

March 8, 2010

Another warrior has entered Valhalla.

RIP

Patrick Rice

March 5, 2010

Dear Attaya Family,

Our deepest sympathy in this time of loss.

Every Marine, past and present is an honored member of our family.

Semper Fi,

Patrick Rice
Marine Corps League
Detachment 1296
East Valley Marines

Gary Hopper

March 5, 2010

My prayers are with you at this time , Vic was a friend of mine for many years as a member of American Legion and as a funeral director he has always been there for me . He will be sadly missed. Gary Hopper Post 166 / Carolina Memorial Funeral Home

Jeanne & Edward Campbell

March 3, 2010

Dear Mrs. Attaya and Family: Please accept our condolences on the passing of your beloved husband and father.

We have never met; however, we were extremely moved after reading his obituary and his life's accomplishments - he was a true American.
.We need more men and women such as your husband. How proud you must be of his patriotism.

My husband enlisted in the United States Marine Corps. at the age of 17. He was in the Marine Corps for only three years, but he was so proud of serving his country. After I met him in the 1980's I said to him "oh, you were a Marine". He replied "once a Marine always a Marine". I have never forgotten that statement.

May God bless you and your family for having such a wonderful true American in your family.

Respectfully yours,

Jeanne & Edward Campbell
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464

Jackie Gardner

March 2, 2010

Maggie,
Sorry to hear about Vic, He really put up a good fight through his sickness. I know all of you will miss him so much but you really have good memories. He sure was dedicated to his country and served so graciously. My prayers are with you and your family.

R. Hopkins

March 2, 2010

"Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation." 2 Corinth. 1:3-4 May these words bring some comfort and consolation to all of you during this tragic time, the loss of your dear father. Please take care.

James & Doris Garner

March 2, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

March 2, 2010

Margaret,
Our love and sympathy go out to you and your family. What outstanding accomplishments he had throughout his years of service to our country.
God bless you and love
Cean and Lou Norris

John Henson

March 2, 2010

Prayers to all the Family, It was a Honor to know Him,What a wonderful Man he was,Sending you Blessings, John W.Henson and Meriel M. Henson

Glenn Rivers

March 2, 2010

I always enjoyed the time we had together there at St. Andrews. Vic was a very special man and he had a great partner. My thoughts and heart are with you.

Greg Robertson

March 2, 2010

Well done thou good and faithful servant!

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