Obituaries

Paul Michael Tonelli, 69, of Orange Grove, Texas, passed away on August 27, 2022 in Sherman.

A Celebration of Paul’s life will be held on Thursday, September 8, 2022, at 11:00 AM at Dannel Funeral Home. Dr. Mike Lawson of First Baptist Church in Sherman will officiate. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Paul was born in St. Louis, Missouri, to Mary Jo O’Dell Tonelli and Jerry A, Tonelli on November 11, 1952. He went to school at Sherman High School. Paul then attended and graduated from Stephen F. Austin with a degree in Education. He worked as a High School Science Teacher for Mathis ISD until his retirement in 2019.

Paul is preceded in death by Grandparents, Clifton B. O’Dell and Lucille M. O’Dell and Uncle, Harry B. O’Dell.

Paul is survived by Brothers: Stan Tonelli and wife Annie and Brad Tonelli and wife Brenda; Mother, Mary Jo Tonelli; Nieces and Nephews: Blake Tonelli, Rachel Rios and Joshua Tonelli; Cousins: Carla, Patrick and Stacy.

Memorials may be given to Home Hospice of Grayson, Fannin and Cooke County.

The family of Paul wishes to extend our sincere thanks to Home Hospice of Grayson, Fannin and Cooke County, Beacon Hill, and everyone that prayed for our Family. Paul would also like a Special Thanks to Teresa Ellett of Orange Grove who was a good friend to Paul and provided support and care and a comforting hand. She was Paul’s Angel.

You may sign the online guestbook at www.Dannelfuneralhome.com.