Paul Strudwick

In Loving of Memory of Paul Douglas Strudwick

Paul Douglas Strudwick, 71, beloved son, husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and friend, passed away on January 2, 2026. Paul was born on December 30,1954, in Kingston, Jamaica, West Indies. He was the son of Ventrix Iola Brown Strudwick and the late Harold Douglas Strudwick. He grew up in Russell Heights and attended Wolmer’s Boys School and Jamaica College. A talented artist, he sought and won admission to Ontario College of Art and Design University. After his family relocated to Mt. Vernon, New York, he later graduated from New York Institute of Technology, where he earned his B.A. in Fine Arts.

In the 1980s, after beginning his professional life in graphic design, Paul transitioned into international banking. Over the course of his banking career, he held positions at several major institutions, including UBS (United Bank of Switzerland), Deutsche Bank, HSBC, and Lloyds Bank. Later, Paul embarked on a second career at Costco Wholesale in Port Chester, where both members and coworkers frequently sought his guidance.

He met the love of his life Gilda Ellen Jackson in Mt Vernon, NY. They married in 1990 and from this union they had two children, Adria and Jason. In 2004 they relocated to Valhalla, NY where they continued to flourish as a family and form new friendships. Among neighbors and throughout the community, Paul was beloved for his unmistakable sense of style—truly “not your average Joe.” His everyday attire was simple yet distinctive: blue jeans, a white oxford button‑down shirt, and his signature cap. His favorite place to be was the beach, where he felt most at home. Paul also expressed his creativity through cooking, becoming well known for his exceptional jerk chicken and his famous pumpkin rice and peas.

Paul loved his family, both near and far, and his life was a true testament to love and laughter. He was a man of many talents and passions, including cooking, gardening, and listening to music. During family gatherings, he could often be found in the yard at the grill, sharing his warmth and care in a way only he could. Paul will be fondly remembered for his kindness, generosity, and the deep love he showed to those around him. We ask that you remember him for the profound impact he had on the lives of all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Paul is survived by his loving wife, Gilda Strudwick; his daughter Adria Camp (Dwane), granddaughter Amaya; son Jason Strudwick and his faithful pet companion, Ruby the Maltese Yorkie. He also leaves to mourn his mother Ventrix Strudwick; and sisters: Donna Strudwick, Judith O’Connor (Robert), Arlene McIntosh (Mark), half-brother Douglas Strudwick (Melva), and sister-in-law Theresa Jackson; along with a host of nieces, nephews and cousins. “Good and faithful one, enter into the joy of your Lord.”

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ATTENTION: During the continuing seasons of various health concerns, as we phase back into smaller capacity public visitations/services, we need your help in limiting/controlling the number of people, so please govern yourself accordingly for the health & safety of all. Thank you so kindly!

A Wake/Visitation/Viewing will be held on Thursday January 8th, 2026, from 11:00AM-11:55AM at Bethel Baptist Church, immediately followed by Funeral Service at 12:00NOON. So you may come to the Church to attend, & feel free to wear masks. At the very least you can get hand sanitizer & sign the register book (NOTE: please feel free to bring your own pen -OR- you may bring an address label to paste in register book in lieu of signing). If not at capacity, you will be allowed in to have a seat; but if at capacity by the time you get there, you may be required to leave the premises after signing register book, so as not to be in violation nor cause a health hazard, so please govern yourself accordingly. Regardless of if you're able to enter/be seated, or not, please refrain from too much touching/hugging/handshaking, preferably elbow bumping briefly if at all. If instructed, PLEASE KINDLY RESPECTFULLY leave the building & premises if the church is at their capacity. PLEASE KINDLY RESPECTFULLY follow & abide by the directions of the funeral home staff and/or church personnel at all times. We Thank You in advance for following directions & policies, so as to make all go smoothly the day of the services, to eliminate further burden on the family, and to maintain the health & safety of All. Any questions, or if any clarity is needed, please call ahead to the funeral home and/or church, and/or speak to us from a safe distance if present.

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The Entire Staff of Lee's Funeral Home, LLC respects that the family of Paul D. Strudwick entrusted the care of their loved one to us, and that they value the level of service & attention our funeral home provides. We are honored, in turn, to provide comfort, assistance and service to the Strudwick Family during their time of bereavement.

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Please leave written condolences now herein on the Memory Wall to express your sorrow, share your memories, and as an expression of sympathy & way to communicate with/offer comfort to the family, that they and others may see, and may be a lasting tribute in his honor, whether you're able to attend or not. Definitely Please SIGN IN on the Memory Wall as a virtual way of signing the register book, especially if choosing to stay safe/not able to sign in person.

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Please feel free to come to the church wearing a mask, & feel free to wear a mask inside the church, and social distance as much as possible. If you know you have a coronavirus/COVID-19; are sick/experiencing symptoms of coronavirus/COVID-19/Measles; are immuno-compromised and/or have health/other conditions that make your body more susceptible to illness, please do NOT attend any services nor come to any facility. Please feel free to bring & use your own pen for signing the family's register book - you are encouraged to please BRING & use your own PEN for signing -OR- you may bring an address label to paste in register book in lieu of signing. Please follow & abide by the rules of the church, and directions of the funeral home staff and/or church personnel at all times. We Thank You in advance for following directions & any policies, so as to make all go smoothly the day of services, to eliminate further burden on the family, and to maintain the health & safety of All. Any questions, or if any clarity is needed, please call ahead to the church and/or funeral home, and/or speak to us from a safe distance if present.

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You may send flowers, and/or the family appreciates contributions in support of Jamaica Hurricane Relief as a lasting tribute, and/or you may choose to plant a tree in his name/memory/honor as another form of condolence/lasting tribute. Contributions for the Jamaica Hurricane Relief may be made in 2 ways: either Checks made payable to Look Back Give Back, Inc., with “Hurricane Relief Fund” in the memo section; and/or done through the organization website: https://lookbackgiveback.com and use the “DONATE NOW” tab - The Jamaica Hurricane Relief pop-up will appear & persons are able to give what they choose and the frequency at which it is done. If sending flowers, since there is cremation/no gravesite, sending small plants or vases the family may keep is preferable & may be be delivered on either Wednesday January 7th, 2026 by/before 6:00PM to Lee's Funeral Home, or Thursday January 8th, 2026 by/before 10:45AM to Bethel Baptist Church. The Family Thanks You!