Paul Allan Philyaw, 48 of Granite Falls, passed away on Tuesday March 24, 2020 at his residence. He was the son of David Lee Philyaw Sr and Helen Burchette Philyaw of Collettsville. Paul was survived by his wife Crystal Van Horn Philyaw and three children Caitlyn, Kylie, and Noah of Hickory. Those left to cherish his memories are two brothers and three sisters David Lee Philyaw Jr of Happy Valley, Charles Ray Philyaw of Granite Falls, Linda Philyaw Writesman of Fayettville, Sherry Philyaw Lovins of Lenoir, and Tonya Philyaw Kilby of Lenoir. The family will hold a private service.