Obituary: Paulo Sergio Romero

Paulo Sergio Romero "Minha Alma Gemea" Paulo Sergio Romero, 38, passed from this life and returned to his heavenly home Tuesday, September 6, 2005. He was born to Joao Xavier Romerolia Ribeiro Costa Romero October 18, 1966 in Sao Paulo, Brazil and spent the last nine years living in Salt Lake City, most recently in West Jordan. He married his best friend and soul mate, Angelica Roldan Proenca, December 17, 1987 in the Sao Paulo Temple and together they brought three beautiful children into the world, Ulyssis (16), Julianna (6) and Marianna (3). Although Paulo's life was brief he lived it to the fullest. He served an LDS mission in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in business from Anhembi Morumbi University in Brazil and an MBA from Hawthorne University in Salt Lake City. He was a faithful member of the LDS Church, serving diligently in many callings including serving as the Branch President in the Portuguese speaking branch in the Winder Stake. He loved soccer and traveling and took his family on many exciting vacations. Survived by his wife and children, West Jordan; mother; sister, Jane Cristina (Gilberto); and brother, Renato (Joyce), all of Sao Paulo. Preceded in death by his father and grandparents. Paulo was a dedicated and loyal friend and never hesitated to help someone in need. He had a great sense of humor and will be greatly missed by his family and friends. Funeral services will be held Monday, September 12, 2005, 11 a.m. at the Taylorsville South 5th Branch, 4932 South 3200 West, where a viewing will be held, 9-10:45 a.m. prior to service. Interment, Murray City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations to the family at Zion's Bank would be appreciated. Services under the direction of McDougal Funeral Home.