Gardiner - Paul David Suitter, 75, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on March 17, 2023. Paul was born in Gardiner on February 15, 1948, the son of Gilbert & Martha (Newell) Suitter. He was predeceased by his parents and brothers, Gilbert & Peter Suitter. Paul lived in Gardiner most of his life. Following graduation from Gardiner Area High School he proudly served his country in the Army. Paul worked many jobs including 32 years at BIW where he retired in 2010 as an insulator. He was an avid New York Yankees fan. Paul was a longtime member of the Gardiner Nazarene Church where he served as a board member, Buildings & Grounds Worker and Sunday School Superintendent. He also served in Children's Ministry and was known to the kids for his famous grilled cheese sandwiches. Paul loved serving God and loved his church family. Paul is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Reita Suitter. Children: Richard Neptune (his nephew whom he raised and loved dearly as a son) & his wife Kathy, David Suitter & wife Jennifer Suitter, Timothy Suitter & significant other Sara Ladd. Grandsons: Garrett Neptune, Lucas Suitter, Josiah Suitter, Gage Suitter and Nikolas O' Connor. Granddaughters: Kassidy Neptune, Vanessa Neptune and Kinsley Suitter. Brother Donald Suitter. Sisters: Patricia Mansir, Nancy & husband Evan Plourde. Many other close family members to include nieces and nephews, some he was known to as "Uncle Paul" and others as "Pap". Visiting hours will be at the Gardiner First Church of the Nazarene, 6 Nazarene Way, Gardiner, ME on Saturday, March 25th from 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm. Celebration of Life service will be held at 3:00 pm at the church. Burial will occur at a later date at the Litchfield Plains Cemetery, Litchfield, ME. Paul was passionate about sending children and teens to church camp. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Gardiner Church of the Nazarene for Children's Ministry. Arrangements are entrusted with Staples Funeral Home and Cremation Care, 53 Brunswick Avenue, Gardiner, Maine. Condolences, memories, and photos may be shared with the family on the obituary page of the Staples Funeral Home website, www.staplesfuneralhome.com