LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Paul Larrea passed away suddenly on Oct. 19, 2017.

Born in 1953 to Joseph and Patricia Larrea of Sacramento, he was the fourth of six children.

Paul graduated from Christian Brothers High School in Sacramento, Sacramento State University and University of La Verne where he obtained his Counseling Credential and Masters in Education.

Paul was a passionate and dedicated teacher, counselor and coach at Clear Lake High School in Lakeport, inspiring his many students, faculty colleagues and community members from his first full-time teaching position in February 1977 until his retirement in June 2016.

He remained active at CLHS as a volunteer girls soccer coach and drama club advisor.

Paul met Mary Ann Mitchell in Lake County. They were married in 1979 and raised their two children in Lakeport.

They enjoyed traveling and visiting family and friends. Paul was very happy to have attended baseball Spring Training games in Arizona this year.

Paul is survived by his wife of 38 years, Mary Ann Larrea; son, Kevin Larrea; daughter, Ann Larrea; and grandchildren, Kameron and Kolton Larrea.

In addition, he is survived by his siblings, Bernadette, Joe, Michelle, Marta and Phillip Larrea, along with his brothers- and sisters-in-law, and many nieces and nephews.

Paul Larrea was a special person, devoted to his family, his friends, his school and his community. Always positive, he touched many lives and will be greatly missed.

Memorial service will be held at Clear Lake High School Gym on Saturday, Nov. 4, at 11 a.m.

Our family suggests donations be made in Paul’s name to any of the following: Lakeport Enhanced Education Foundation, P.O. Box 1734, Lakeport, CA 95453; Retired Teachers of Lake County Scholarship Foundation, 4393 Hickory Ave., Lakeport, CA 95453; Joshua Hanson Memorial Scholarship, P.O. Box 1280, Lakeport, CA 95453

Arrangements by Chapel of the Lakes Mortuary, 707-263-0357 or 707-994-5611, or visit www.chapelofthelakes.com.