Paul J Goudeau

Paul sailed on from his earthly journey to endless seas on October 8, 2023. He was born on October 5, 1948, in Alexandria, Louisiana, to Eugene Hillman Goudeau and Gladys Marie (Juneau) Goudeau. The family (Dad, Mom, Paul and his sister Jenny), moved to Santa Barbara, Ca, when Paul was in his early teens.

He graduated from Santa Barbara High School and soon after served in the U.S. Army.

He was stationed in Vietnam. Upon returning, he worked on the crew boats for the off shore platforms. He eventually obtained his Captain’s License. Being out at sea became his way of life. He was fortunate to have traveled to many countries. Later, Paul began operating cranes and found his calling.

He operated cranes in various states, and on the off shore platforms.

His last years of work offered him the opportunity to become a crane supervisor, a position he loved. Paul made many lasting friendships throughout his life, but his most enduring friendship was with his high school best friend, which lasted the rest of his life. He unfortunately developed health issues that were likely due to his exposure to chemicals while in Vietnam. He developed several kinds of cancers later in life, eventually this horrible disease took over. He had a wonderful life, and wouldn’t have changed a thing. He was a pirate at heart, and lived life his way. Paul is survived by his wife, Lori, his sister Jenny and her family, and relatives in Louisiana, all his friends throughout his life. Rest in peace dear Paul, we all love and will continue to love you, and we will all miss you dearly!