After months of declining health, our family lost a wonderful man. Paul L. Diamond, age 92, passed away at his Payson home on Thursday December 9, 2021, just 4 months after the death of his sweetheart, Emajean. He was born in Mapleton, Utah, on October 5, 1929 to Leonard Lee Diamond and Ida Ludlow Diamond. Paul was the oldest of 4 children and learned his hard work ethic from working on his family farm. He graduated from Springville High School and soon after, enlisted in the US Army. Paul proudly served our country during the Korean War. He later attended BYU.

Paul married the love of his life, Emajean Wilson, on October 31, 1950. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Manti LDS Temple on June 25, 1963. Together they raised three children: David (Kerry) Diamond, Nancy (Thayne) Banks, and Dennis Diamond.

Paul worked for and retired from Pacific States Pipe Plant. He had a passion for gardening and grew the best cucumbers, tomatoes, and squash. He was an avid Utah Jazz fan until the very end, with his last words being “what’s the score”. He loved camping, horseback riding, and spending time with his family. He was very supportive and never missed a family activity. His love was unconditional and he was always thinking of others, putting their needs above his own.

Paul is survived by his son, Dennis Diamond; daughter-in-law, Kerry Diamond; son-in-law, Thayne Banks; brother, Dutch (Luann) Diamond; his grandchildren: Kristy (Bill) Eastwood, Jessie Banks, Sarah (Brandon) Hawkins, Seth (Justine) Diamond, Brady Banks; his great-grandchildren: Madison (Preston), Bridger, Gracie, Brylee, Boden, Karlie, Maycie, and Brykelle. He was preceded in death by his sweetheart of 70 years, Emajean Diamond; son, David Diamond; daughter, Nancy Banks; his parents; his brother, James Diamond; and his sister, Farres Hales.

Funeral services will be Saturday, December 18, 2021, at 11 a.m. at Walker Funeral Home, 587 South 100 West, Payson, UT.  There will be a visitation for family and friends from 9:30-10:30 a.m.  Saturday, prior to the services which will also be at the funeral home.  Interment, with Military Honors, will be at Payson City Cemetery, 400 North 800 East, Payson, UT.