Paul L. Hartsfield

Rev. Hartsfield was my father's D.S. (District Superintendent) when he served at FUMC, Sarasota, FL in the late '70s. His entire family were good friends of my family. His sense of humor, and love of family and friends will be greatly missed.

The family of Elizabeth Sale Hughes Would like send our thoughts and prayers to Paul's family. Paul was always a source of joy for Lib.
Love, Carlyle Hughes

Dr. Paul was my pastor at 2 different churches - one in St. Petersburg and one in Sarasota. I can't tell you how thrilled I was when I moved to Sarasota and found him here. He had a very special gift. My condolences to his family.

Virginia, sons and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. It is a wonderful gift to always have...ones experience and friendship with Paul. Carolyn Meetze and Jim Carter

Paul the Man-a pastor, teacher and friend who was always ready to respond no matter what the call. He was a godly man who has impacted our lives and who has left us with us a legacy of qualities that distinguish him from all others. His devotion, convictions, compassion and love will remain with us always.

Paul's spirit is so kind and gracious. I'm sure it is still among us. He was always such a support to me in all my endeavors, and was truly one of the most forward thinking pastors I have met. My thoughts are with the Hartsfield family and First Church.

Virginia and sons and family: Peg and I send our Love and join you in celebrating the life, Love and ministry of our friend and colleague Paul. 30 years ago when we were first appointed to the ministry of Goodwill here in Sarasota, Paul called and said that Miakka Church was in desperate need of a preacher the next sunday and he didn't know of a more desperate preacher than I was. From that funny start to our 30 year friendship, the Hartsfields have been fellow travelers in the Grace of...

Thanking the LORD for taking Paul home, we are forever grateful for his friendship, wisdom and teaching. I can almost hear him whistling a hymn (and singing in tune) as he is walking with Jesus.

Dear Loved Ones: Thanking God for Pastor Paul's life and the many ways he shared his Love of the Lord from Bible Study to Worship. Sharing his faith by word and deed was a true Witness that if one Believes and has a Personal Relationship with God nothing is impossible. Praying with you as you look towards Heaven and Know Pastor Paul is resting in the arms of Jesus