Paul Orto passed away suddenly Tuesday evening of heart failure. Paul was the longtime coach of the Riverview High School Crew, one of the founders of the MidWest Scholastic Rowing Association, and a long serving board member at the Wyandotte Boat Club. He was a well known figure at high school and club events throughout the United States and Canada. Paul was one of the founding members of the Riverview High School Crew and an oarsman at Wayne State University and the Wyandotte Boat Club. He was 49 years old. Details for funeral arrangements have yet to be determined but will be available at the Wyandotte Boat Club and H2row.net web sites.