Paul Carr Hallinan

Paul passed away at age 86 at home in Carmel, California, on October 17th, 2026.

A life-long Californian, he was born in San Francisco and grew up in Oakdale. Paul graduated with his teaching credential from San Francisco State and later earned his Master's degree from San Jose State. He taught at the American School in Vienna, Austria, for three years. It was in Vienna where he developed his love for opera. Upon returning to the USA, he settled in Carmel, where he lived for over 65 years. For 40 years Paul taught at several schools in the Monterey Peninsula Unified School District.

He was an avid traveler, an opera fan, a passionate gardener. For six years he was a devoted volunteer with Carmel Cares' Scenic Pathway Maintenance and Restoration. He was predeceased by his parents, Thomas Leo Hallinan and Sherley Rose Hallinan, and by his brother Thomas. Paul is survived by his life partner Raul Cucalon, sisters Helen Bauman and Sherley Cosio-Scott, sister-in-law Carolyn Hallinan, nephews, many other relatives, and close friends.

At Paul's request, no services will be held. His ashes will be buried at the cemetery in Coulterville, California, where his great grandparents were early pioneers. Paul is missed dearly and will always be close to our hearts. Memorial donations in Paul's honor may be made to any classical music charity of your choice.