Paul Michael Jean

Born July 18, 1953 in Evanston, Illinois and passed away Sunday, April 20, 2008 in Atlanta, Georgia. Paul has been a resident of Atlanta for many years.  Paul was preceded in death by his father, George J. Jean of Dayton, Ohio. He is survived by his mother, Jacqueline B. Johnson and stepfather Gary J. Johnson; sister, Jacki May Jean, all of Greer, SC; half sister, Carole Payne and husband Harry of Hamburg, NJ; half brother, Larry Jean and wife Virginia of Hydeville, CA; and many loving cousins, nieces and nephews. Paul graduated from the University of Las Vegas with a Bachelor?s degree, from Georgia Tech with a Master?s in Urban Planning. He was a PhD candidate at Emory University in Sociology. He was employed at Emory as a research analyst for strategic planning within the Provost?s Office. Paul was also a well known professional musician having played with numerous groups throughout the Atlanta area for nearly 30 years. He was loved by many and he brought joy and humor into the lives of all who met him. He will be deeply missed. Donations to a Parkinson?s association or foundation of your choosing would be greatly appreciated. A memorial service is planned for9:30 a.m., Saturday, May 3rd, at the Unity Church of Atlanta, GA at 3597 Parkway Lane, Norcross. (770) 441-0585. A reception will follow at the Unity Church. A. S. Turner & Sons