Paul L. Zerkel

I wish I would have had more time on this Earth with you present. It goes without saying that my life would have gone in a significantly different direction had your wisdom and guidance been available to me in these tumultuous years since your passing. I've also become fascinated with the history of WW2 as of late, which I'm sure you spoke extensively to me about when I was young and disinterested. There are things that have been left unsaid, things I'm ashamed of, things I would profess in a guilt-laden confession without hesitation, but I suppose part of life is holding onto the hope that these unspoken words may find your ears after the candle of life goes out. I just hope you're looking down on all of us with the understanding that we're all trying our best to live in your honor, even if we may never exceed it. I love you and I promise to make the 1 thousand mile trek back to the Hoosier state to visit you someday. But if that opportunity proves to be fleeting, then I shall see you on the other side. That faith is forever instilled within me.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Bill,



I was very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. Although I never knew him, I know without a doubt he was a good man. I wish you peace at this time.



Take Care of Yourself,

Tom

Paul was a long time friend and neighbor.As we are out of town we send our sympathy to the family. Mary Ann Gephardt Shoemaker and Bob.

To Theresa and Bill,

I offer my deepest sympathy to you at this time of loss. Parents are the bedrock to our lives and are truely missed when gone. May you find strength and comfort from a living God above even now. Consider the loss and be made better by it today. Again, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Theresa we do miss you at work.

It all brings back good memories of your mom and dad and the 4th street house...and all the kids in the neighborhood your mom and dad put up with...they sure had some patience to have such a motley crew hanging around....my feelings are with with you ....tim catt

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.