Paul E. Black, 71

Paul E. Black, 71, of Racine, passed away, at 12:20 p.m. on Thursday, July 19, 2018, in the Overbrook Center, Middleport. Born February 1, 1947 in Racine he was the son of the late Wilmer and Maxine Graham Black.

He retired from Akzo Chemicals and was the owner of the Pomeroy Laundry Mat. He also was U.S. Navy Veteran of the Vietnam War and a member of the Racine American Legion Post # 602.

He is survived by his brother, Delbert (Anita) Black, of Columbus and numerous nieces and nephews. His special family, Lola Proffitt, of Racine, Ray Proffitt, of Racine, Esther Leget, of New Haven, WV., Albert Proffitt, of Racine, and Peggy Proffitt, of Racine, also survive.

In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by his sister, Charlotte Quigley.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, July 24, 2018 at 3 p.m. in the Cremeens King Funeral Home, Racine. Pastor Delbert Walker will officiate and interment will follow in the Letart Falls Cemetery with Full Military Honors. Friends may call from 6-8 p.m. on Monday and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the funeral home.