Help Finish Paul's Fight to Cure PSP

There are only few people in this world like Paul Peter Jahrmarkt. Paul was a remarkable man who always lived his life to the fullest (and always looked good while doing it). Paul was always up for a challenge and an adventure. He loved skiing, zip-lining, and white water rafting and continued to do so into his 80s. He was truly young at heart. His family will tell you that Paul never really grew old, only just grew wiser and more witty in his years.

 

Paul was a loving husband, father of seven, grandfather of fifteen, father-in-law, great grandfather of thirteen, friend, mentor and honored veteran. He knew how to make the best of any moment. Paul was known for being honest and would often give you the hard truths when no one else would. He always had the best advice, and could always tell when something was wrong. Whenever he sensed that you were having a bad day, he would tell you a joke that would make you forget it all. He lived in the moment and lived for the moments that meant the most to him and his family. Even through his own struggles, he would always be there for anyone he loved, for any occasion, no matter what.

 

In 2014, Paul was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. As years went by, Paul’s condition worsened and treatments for what appeared to be Parkinson’s did not work. It was not until 2017 that Paul was diagnosed with a rare brain disorder known as PSP (Progressive Supranuclear Palsy). PSP can cause problems with walking, balance, eye movements and swallowing. Over time, it results in the deterioration of cells in areas of the brain that control body movement, coordination and thinking, along with other essential functions.

 

Even after this diagnosis, Paul continued to push through as he always would. He attended the weddings of his daughter and his grandchildren, family occasions and traveled with his family. Although Paul’s battle with PSP ended on January 17th, 2022, it’s the memories and stories we have of Paul that allow him to live on in our hearts and minds forever.

 

One of Paul’s final wishes was to donate his brain to the department of neuropathology at Mt. Sinai to help learn more about this disease and hopefully find a cure for others with PSP. He was always devoted to helping others any way he could, and this was his final way of demonstrating how selfless he truly was.

 

In lieu of flowers and in honor of Paul Jahrmarkt’s heroic wish, we are asking that you kindly donate. 100% of the money raised will go to the CurePSP Foundation. Your donation towards this fundraiser could also help raise awareness, education, care and hopefully cure neurodegenerative diseases. We are positive that Paul's donation, and yours, will help treat and cure those diagnosed with PSP for years to come.

 

We will continue to celebrate the beautiful years and memories made with Paul and try as he would, by always making an entire room laugh with his fast comebacks and his famous quotes. Please feel free to share a story or memory of Paul. We know he loved all the memories and will cherish them forever.

 

Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to all of us.