Paul GEBHART

The Illinois Stewardship Alliance (ISA) sent out a notice of Mr. Gebhart's passing. They shared the role that Paul played in helping to advance organic food production and the building of support for farmers large and small through the ISA. Having grown up in Christian county myself, I was glad to see someone who was nearly a neighbor being recognized for his life's work. To the surviving family members be proud of what he did for sustainability and farming as a vocation.

Thoughts and prayers to the Gebhart family. Will always remember the fun times we had as classmates and friends. May God's Blessings be with you all. RIP Paul.
In Sympathy,
Mary Norville

I would like to think he is singing up there with my husband...Just remember the good times you had with him.
Peggy Moore-Farmersville

Although I have not seen Paul for several years, I considered him a good friend during our high school days.My thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. I hope the love of family and friends and your faith in the Lord, help you through these trying times.

Paul's Family, May God grant His Peace and Comfort. I worked with Paul on various Illinois Farm Bureau committees.When our deliberations became long and tedious, I could count on Paul to ease the tension with his "Auctioneers Song". Often controversial, but we never doubted his sincerity or where he stood on an issue. His strong voice and deep thinking contributed balance to our decision making process. He exhibited great compassion for the young and disadvantaged as well.

Paul was good man with a strong connection to the earth. No pretenses or airs. He taught me that we are all stewards of the land. You were one of a kind.

We are saddened by the loss of one of Illinois' organic pioneers and former IL Stewardship Alliance board president. He was an innovative farmer, persuasive advocate and great story-teller. He will be missed.

So sad to hear of Paul Gebhart's passing. President of Illinois Stewardship Alliance while I was its Director, Paul did much good for the sustainable agriculture movement. Truly one of a kind down home on his organic farm, he will be greatly missed. Thinking about all the times you sang at other funerals,Paul,makes me guess God has you singing somewhere else. My sympathy to dear friends and family.

It's been an honor to know you, Paul. My best wishes to your family.