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Notice of member passing: Paul J. Caven on 5/24/26

We regret to inform the membership of the passing of Paul J. Caven at the age of 79. Paul took his oath of obligation on January 13, 1968, received his 50-year service pin in 2018 and IATSE Honorary Retirement Card in 2024.

Paul dedicated many years of service to Local 728, which include: Central Labor Council, IA and District 2 Delegate, Executive Board Member, and was appointed as Chairperson to the Print Directory and Web Page Committees.

In 2021, Paul published "Tales From Behind the Lights: A Glimpse at 40 Years Behind the Scenes During the "Second Golden Age of Movies" (recommended reading!).

After a long and successful career that spanned over 40 years, Paul retired and moved to Missouri with his wife and daughter.

His obituary can be found here

Paul J Caven

Photo credit: stithfamilyfunerals.com

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