Sydney

March 19, 1951 – October 12, 2024

With broken hearts we, the family, are announcing the passing of the most beautiful human we have ever known, Paul Patrick Price. Born March 19, 1951, to parents Clayton Chester Price and Mary Josephine (Keilty) Price. Paul was born in Moncton, NB, but raised in Truro, where the Price family called home.

Paul grew up in a loving family with seven siblings who were a huge part of his life. In Paul’s younger years he enjoyed playing sports and excelled at football, baseball, and swimming. Paul left Truro to attend ST. FX University, however his time there was cut short when he had to return home after the sudden passing of his dear mother, Josephine.

Paul began to devote his life to taking care of his younger siblings, Michael and Debbie as well as his special needs older brother, Clayton. It was then that he began working multiple jobs in order to support his family, fueling his passion for entrepreneurship.

In 1978 he moved to Sydney, where he purchased a convenience store in Whitney Pier which he named Paul’s Place. It was at Paul’s Place where he began to make sandwiches to feed his customers. He quickly realized the growing popularity surrounding the sandwiches and decided to start distributing them to a few other stores. This led to Paul founding what would become the famous Paul’s Food Factory in 1982.

Paul and Cindy took pride in the success of their business and worked so well together. It was one of their greatest accomplishments. They were so honored that after years of working together that they could pass the torch on to his daughter, Jennifer. Jennifer has carried on Paul’s legacy, and nothing made him more proud than that.

Paul’s greatest joy was when Jennifer was born to Paul and her mother, Helen Dorrington-Price. Helen always held a special place in his heart as she gave him his one and only princess. In 1989 Paul married the love of his life, Cindy and his next biggest joy was adopting Cindy’s son, Mark.

As the years went by, Paul and Cindy created a beautiful life, creating many great memories together. They travelled around the world, played golf, played crib, and genuinely enjoyed every moment they spent together. The love between Paul and Cindy was easy, fun, strong and pure. They made each other laugh every single day.

They were blessed with four beautiful granddaughters, Madison, Alexis, Ariah, and Janae, who brought more joy to Paul’s life than could ever be measured. He was the perfect husband, father, and Papa. Paul was always bursting with pride when he talked about Jennifer following in his footsteps. He also loved to show off and brag about Cindy and Mark’s beautiful singing voices. Above all, he was a kind, loving, strong and selfless man. His generosity within his community will never be forgotten and his legacy will always remain through his family and friends.

To know Paul Price was to love him, his smile was infectious. He was humbled by the amount of love he received over the years. He was a respected businessman and won the Chamber of Commerce award for businessperson of the year. Paul’s famous pizza burger was named the official food of Cape Breton, which he was very proud of. He was also very proud to have been inducted into the Truro Sports Hall of Fame for with his high school football team.

Paul fell in love with golf around the age of twenty and never looked back. Paul was a proud founding member of the Lakes Golf Club, Ben Eoin. He played as many games as he could over the years with his wife, Cindy and loved playing with his Tuesday group, George, Mike and Jim. He and Brad Muise had numerous golf trips which Paul cherished. He and Brad had a special friendship. Paul made many lifelong friends along the way.

Being part of his Price family was something he valued so much. He was admired by all of his siblings and was often referred to as their hero. Paul had a special bond with his brother, Clayton. Every year in June they would go away together to celebrate “Brother’s Day”. Paul was more like a father to Clayton than a brother and the love they shared was very special. Some of Paul’s most memorable vacations were the Price Family Reunions, which started in 1978. He cherished the times they all spent together and beautiful memories that were made.

Paul valued the many friendships he made over the years. Whether he met them through business or golf, many life-long friends became like family. Greg and Brad Muise, Jim MacRury, George Xidos, Mike Kenny, Bobby Cohen, Roy Nichol, and Paul Gardiner are a few of the men who spent lots of time with Paul over the years on work trips, golf trips and family gatherings. He truly loved you all.

There were many important women in Paul’s life. He had a sweet and special relationship with each and every one of them. Paul had a special way of making whoever he was talking to feel important and showed his love. This was one of his best qualities. His wife, Cindy and daughter, Jennifer’s girlfriends all truly believed they were his favorite. He loved each of you, but we know his absolute favorite “girlfriend” was Linda Aucoin.

Besides his parents, Paul was predeceased by his sisters, Betty Kennedy (Jack), and Barbara Jewell, as well as Margaret and Shirley (in infancy); brother, Clayton Price and mother-in-law, Marie Marsman.

Paul is survived by his loving wife of 35 years, Cindy Price (Marsman); daughter, Jennifer Price-Sheppard; son, Mark Marsman; granddaughters, Madison (Rayna) Marsman, Alexis Marsman and their mother, Nadine Marsman; granddaughters, Ariah Sheppard, Janae Sheppard and their father, Bradley Sheppard. He is also survived by brother, Charles (Chuck) Price; sister, Carol Totten; brother, Michael (Elaine) Price; sister, Debbie (Roger) Price; father-in-law, Osbourne ‘Ozzie’ Marsman; brothers-in-law, Dan Hardie, Glenn Morrison, Michael (Marion) Morrison, and Todd (Lillian) Marsman; sister-in-law, Debbie Morrison, and special sister-in-law, Wendy Marsman. Paul is also survived by many nieces and nephews, who he loved dearly.

The family would like to thank all of the amazing doctors and nurses and staff that looked after Paul along his journey. Paul’s dear friend and doctor, Robert (Bobby) Cohen, Dr. Jim MacKillop, Dr. Siva Thanamayooran, Dr. Phil Smith and Dr. Robert Hodson. The team of doctors and nurses at the Cape Breton Cancer Centre. Dr. Keon Khodadad, Dr. Saliba, Dr. Carol Critchley. The team of doctors and nurses at An Cala Palliative Care. Dr. Andrew Giorno, Dr. Saneea Abboud. Dr. Fitzgerald, and Dr. Poulos.

Special palliative care nurses that also visited Paul at home for the past six months, Heather Skinner, Rochelle Abraham, and Linda Murphy. The wonderful nurses from An Cala who made Paul feel like he was their only patient and treated us like family. The nurses from Hospice Cape Breton where Paul spent his final days. You were all wonderful and made our family feel at home. The many nurses from VON Cape Breton, Paul’s life was made much easier by having you all on his side. Our family will be forever grateful for your kindness and compassion.

Special Thank you to Jennifer’s friends who loved Paul like he was their own dad, and he enjoyed every special visit from these girls, Tamara Alleyne, Ashley Hareguy and Jamie Best. Very special thanks to Cindy’s best friend and Paul’s favorite girlfriend, Linda Aucoin.

To honor the late Paul Price, a Celebration of Life will be held at The Lakes at Ben Eoin Golf Club Resort, Ben Eoin, beginning at 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 19, 2024. All are welcome to attend.

Donations in memory of Paul may be made to Hospice Palliative Care Society of Cape Breton or a charity of one’s choice.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the care and direction of Pier Community Funeral Home.

Online Condolences

Dear Cindy and family, we are so truly sorry for your loss. We thought the world of Paul. With deepest sympathy,
From:  Brian and Shelley Lund

so sorry Cindy to hear of your loss, wish l was there to hug you love

From:  Mary Stevens

Cindy, I’m saddened to hear of the death of your wonderful husband. Your love was precious and special, and evident to all who know you.
I will keep you and your family in my prayers in your grieving.Love to you.❤️💔🌹
From:  Nina MacDonald Chiasson

Dear Cindy. I am so sorry for your loss. You and Paul have built such a wonderful life together and have fought such a long fight. I know no words can express the loss you and your family are feeling and how much you will miss him. I also know you have a great faith and will lean into that and your family. It truly is harder for those of us left behind. One day at a time and one foot in front of the other is all we can do. Know that he was loved by so many people and you are definitely foremost in their thoughts and prayers.
From:  Judy and Donnie Abbass

Cindy, I am so sorry to hear about Paul. Please accept my deepest condolences. My thoughts are with you.
From:  Sue Forrester

Paul and I formed an immediate friendship 40 years ago when we met at Lingan Golf Course in 1978. He was a great friend, husband, father and overall person. A true gentleman, who loved Cindy, his family and his community, he left us far too soon. I hope he is at peace, playing a round of golf with my late wife Joanne. Rest easy, my friend.
From:  Dave Pyke

Cindy, So sorry for your loss . My condolences to you and your family . From: Pam Stevens

Cindy and Family, I am saddened to hear of Paul’s passing . My deepest condolences to all of you . He had a smile that would brighten a room . From: Kim Eagles-Thomas

Jennifer and Family, my condolences on the passing of your Dad. Was a pleasure to have known him. May he rest in peace. From: David Simms

So sorry to hear about the passing of Paul, He was a wonderful and caring gentleman,My Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, May He RIP. From: Diane Hillier and Joe Vidal

My sincere condolences to Cindy, Jennifer and Mark on the passing of their husband and father. Sending prayers of healing. From: Robert Fuller

Cindy so sorry for your loss Our condolences to you and your family. From: Gerald and Karen

Dear Cindy, we are so saddened by the passing of Paul, what a wonderful man so loving and caring of others. May God bless you and your family during this difficult time. Love Mildred n Rhea Herbert. From: Rhea Herbert

Cindy I am truly sorry for your loss. My sincerest condolences to you and your family. God Bless. From: Karen Kenny

Cindy and Family
My sincere condolences to you, the family and friends.
Paul was a friend for over 40 years and did so much for our community. Truly, he will be missed. May his memory bring you comfort and peace.
From:  Frank Starzomski

As an employee and manager of Ralph’s Dairy in Whycocomagh, Paul’s Food Factory pizza burgers were a huge hit and regular item we made sure we kept in stock. My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Paul, during this sad time. From: Wendell MacKinnon