Paul Edward Royal passed away at home on Saturday, October 9th 2021, at the age of 79. He is preceded in death by his parents Elda and Paul Royal, his sister Paula, and brother Robert, and survived by his wife of 57 years, Patricia, their five children and five grandchildren. Paul graduated from Willamina High School in 1960. He was known for his interest in cars, trucks, motorcycles, gardening, architecture, and his ability to figure out how things worked. He loved family gatherings with his grandchildren and was known for his contagious laughter. He graduated from Portland Electronics College, and took various technical and managerial jobs in the Pacific Northwest. At his request there will be no services, so in lieu of flowers, share a good memory, smile, laugh, and hug your family and friends often.