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Paul Driver Obituary
Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 22, 2011, at Blue Funeral Home in Marion.
Services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 23, 2011, in Blue Funeral Home in Marion, with the Rev. Ivan Ryan officiating. Burial will be at a later date in Tatum Cemetery in Tatum, Texas. Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 22, 2011, at the funeral home.
Memorial donations are suggested to Arnold View Freewill Baptist Church in Crab Orchard, or one of the donor's choosing. Envelopes are available at the funeral home or may be sent c/o Blue Funeral Home, P.O. Box 411, Marion, IL 62959.
Paul was born June 4, 1941, in Tatum, Texas, the son of Orville and Hazel (McCarron) Driver.
He married Janet Daniels in 1962 in Texas; they were blessed with three children. In 1984, he married Jean Robertson. Both ladies survive.
Paul is survived by his daughter, Shelley Hammer and her four children; son, Derrell and Dianne Driver and their two children; son, Philip and Amy Driver and their three children; and stepdaughter, Laura and William Davidson and their child.
He is also survived by his special friends, Charlene Martin (adopted mother) and her daughter, Marie Clements, whom he loved like a sister.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Milton; half sisters, Bertha and Carol; and grandparents, Pearl and Frank Driver, who raised him and his brother after their mother's death at a young age.
Paul spent his life working as a salesman and spent his free time as a fisherman. He loved being outside and always had a garden so that he could share produce with his neighbors and many friends.
He was an active member of Arnold View Freewill Baptist Church in Crab Orchard and never tired of going on visitation and winning souls for the Lord. He never hesitated to share his opinions and knowledge with anyone who asked. He never met a stranger.
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
Kyle and Rhonda Stout
April 19, 2011
Derrell, Phil, Shelley, and family:
At this difficult time we are hopeful that you can find peace in knowing your dad is at home with the Lord. Paul was quite an individual and challenged every obstacle that came his way. He was determined and didn't let anything hold him back. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family. God Bless you.
Robin Koehl
April 19, 2011
Jean:
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. I will be praying for comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Gwen Bond
April 19, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. I pray the peace of the Lord to embrace you and your family through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
ron edmonds
April 18, 2011
May God Bless you at this time of sorrow.
April 18, 2011
Jean, my family has you and yours in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Please call upon us if you needs anything.
Shelia, Scott, and Darlene
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