Paul A. Lovell

Paul A. Lovell, 87, of Logan, died April 13 at his home in Logan.

Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10 a.m. April 17 at St. Anne's Catholic Church in Logan with Celebrants Father Mike Berner, Father Richard Remmes, Father Bob Harris, and Deacon Stephen Rallis. Violinist was Daniel Stallman, who performed "Amazing Grace." Organist was Lyle Waterhouse and Cantor Becky Loftus. Placing of the funeral pall was done by Amy Copeland, Sarah Stallman, Maria Sieck, Dana Rademacker and Theresa Rademacker. Casket bearers were John Perez, Nicholas Lovell, Daniel Stallman, Mark Rademacker, Steven Lovell, Scott Rademacker, Jacob Rademacker and Michael Rademacker. Final resting place was Greenwood Cemetery near Logan.

Paul was born August 1, 1919 in Logan to Paul and Stella (Hardy) Lovell. He attended school in Logan and graduated from Logan High School. He was married to Helen R. Staley, August 30, 1941 in Charter Oak. Paul was a design engineer for the Johnson-Farebox Company in Chicago, Ill. He farmed in the Logan area since 1955. Paul was an inventor, entrepreneur and had designed and invented many products. He founded the Museum of Religious Arts and was a member of St. Anne's Catholic Church in Logan.

Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Helen R. of Logan; sons, Rev. David Lovell and wife Ellen of Missouri Valley, Rev. Dennis Lovell and wife Kathy of Logan; daughters Lorna Stallman of Granger, Loretta Rademacker and husband Jeff of Lincoln, Neb.; 14 grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents, sister Marion, infant brother Russell, grandson Richard and son-in-law Lyle Stallman.

Visitation with the family was held from 5:30 to 8 p.m. April 16 with a Rosary at 6:15 p.m. and a prayer service at 7 p.m. at the Museum of Religious Arts.

Logan Memorial Chapel

215 N. 4th Ave.

Logan, IA 51546

644-2929