Paul Edward Lindeman

Paul Edward Lindeman was born April 3rd, 1928 to George and Mathilda Lindeman. One of six children, brothers Lawrence and Kenneth and sister Laverna preceded him in death; his brother Raymond and sister Norma Martin and husband Al survive. He married Bonnie Easton on Nov. 29, 1994; Bonnie survives. Paul was the father of two children, Howie Lindeman of Carthage, Kelli Stinebrook and husband Doug, and three stepsons, Ted, Howard, and Robert Easton; all survive. Additionally, he was the grandfather of 7 grandchildren, Chase, Cheyenne, Lindsay and Samantha Lindeman, Kaitlin Volland and husband Jeff, Abbi Dobbins and husband Lars, A.J. Stinebrook, 10 step-grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren who also survive. One great-grandchild preceded him in death. He also leaves a multitude of family and long-time friends. Additionally, he earned the love and respect of the community. Paul proudly served his country as a Corporal in the U.S. Army in the 1st Cavalry Division from 1950-1952 and was stationed in Korea and Japan. He retired in 1993 from the Missouri Highway Patrol after serving 37 years, the last 21 as Examiner Supervisor. Paul attended Lutheran churches most of his life, serving as a Sunday school teacher, superintendent, organist, financial secretary, youth choir director, elder, and Congregation President. A passionate musician, he was a loyal member of SPEBSQSA for 38 years, performing with various barbershop choruses and carried the bass line for several quartets, most notably 2+2 4 Harmony; they performed hundreds of singing Valentines and were the Central States District Senior Quartet Champions in 2009. Paul performed with the Freistatt Spielers, Carthage Line Dance Club and Stone’s Throw Community Theatre where his favorite roles were in Carousel and Sugar. In addition to his childhood prowess on the violin and skill on the piano and organ, he played a mean Stumpf Fiddle. He has performed his last chorus and will now enjoy an eternal afterglow. Paul lived life well. Facing his mortality, he told his doctor, “I’ve had a great life. I can look myself in the eye when I shave and have a personal relationship with Jesus.” He found his happiness and will now enjoy the reward of his unwavering faith. Services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 27, 2013 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. Visitation will be 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 26, 2013 at the Ulmer Funeral Home. Burial will be in Park Cemetery.Contributions may be made to the Alzheimers association in care of Ulmer Funeral Home. Arrangements are under the direction of the Ulmer Funeral Home.

Paul Edward Lindeman

April 3, 1928 - November 23, 2013