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Paul Driver Obituary
CHATHAM - Paul Eugene Driver, 52, of Chatham died at 10:41 a.m. on Sunday, June 6, 2010, at St. John's Hospital.
Paul was born December 18, 1957, in Springfield, the son of Russell K. and M. Darlene Walker Driver. He graduated from Rochester High School and was employed as a surgical assistant at St. John's Hospital. He was a member of Chatham Baptist Church, loved his family, was an avid Cardinal fan, and enjoyed the outdoors.
He is survived by his daughter, Rylyn, of Chatham and her mother, Ellyn; parents, Russell and Darlene Driver of Chatham; sisters, Teresa "Terri" (husband, Randall) Lucas and Kindra (husband, Randy) Boston, all of Chatham; brother, Alan K. (wife, Penny) Driver of Riverton; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents.
His family will greet friends from 4-7 p.m. on Thursday, June 10, at Staab Polk Memorial Home, 8855 State Route 4, Chatham, IL. His funeral service will be at 10 a.m. on Friday, June 11, at Staab Polk Memorial Home, with Rev. Milton Bost officiating. Burial will follow at Chatham Memorial Cemetery.
For those who wish, memorials may be made to the Education Fund for his daughter, Rylyn.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Paul Driver
Kindra Boston
June 20, 2010
I would like to say "Happy Fathers Day" to one of the best Daddys in the world. Not only are you an awesome, caring and loving Daddy; but you are the same as a son and a brother. Words cannot express how much you are missed and loved.You will never be forgotten, our precious Guardian angel.
We love you very much!!!!!!!!
With much love, (from your baby sister),
Kindra
Jolene DeWall
June 18, 2010
I worked with Paul.He is a great guy and will be miss . God must have bigger plans for such a great man.
Vicki Bough
June 13, 2010
So sorry to hear of the loss of Paul. He was such a wonderful person. I worked with him at St. John's Hospital.He spoke often of Rylyn. He was so proud of her. I am sure he will be watching over her still.
My deepest sympathies to all of Paul's family. You will be in our prayers.
June 12, 2010
Rylyn, we are very sorry to hear about your dad. I know how much he loved you and would do everything in his power for you. I am sad that you had to lose your father so soon in life. However, please always remember the good times you had with him (riding bikes, walking, riding around in the convertible...to mention a few).I am glad you came back and had the opportunity to spend more time with your dad. We will miss your dad and you in our neighborhood. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Pam, Dave, Alyssa & Amber Oller
June 11, 2010
I am so very sorry for the loss of your son, brother, uncle, and father. Please know you are all in my prayers as you grieve Paul's loss.
Kelley Fahrenbacher, Riverton First Baptist Church
Jeff Thomas
June 10, 2010
I am so sorry for the loss of Paul he was a very close friend I am sadly going to miss such a wonderful person as Paul. May God watch over him he will be in my memories forever. And sadly missed.
Vicki and Kimberly Denny
June 10, 2010
We grew up with Paul working at A&P grocery store for many ,many years . We are sure he went straight to heaven because he truely had a heart of gold ,and the sweetest laughter. We shall be praying for paul's wonderful family , for to have raised such a nice person , he was a child of God. we are so sorry . our love and prayers, Vicki and Kim.
Theresa Brown
June 10, 2010
I was sorry to hear that Paul passed away. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. Theresa
Tom Walker
June 10, 2010
What a saddness to have lost someone so very kind. Paul was a gentle and giving person. He never passed up an opportunity to make someone smile or laugh.We were blesses to have known and loved him. Our deepest heartfelt sympathies to all of this loved ones. Tom, Lori, Kelly and Jeffrey Walker
June 10, 2010
Im Sorry for you loss.
Sandy Plummer
Rachel Strothmann
June 10, 2010
Kindra and family,
I'm so sorry to read of the loss of Paul. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May Rylyn know what a special guardian angel she has watching over her now.
The Alexander's
June 10, 2010
Our family will certainly miss having Paul and Rylyn as our neighbors. Their support in all of Elle's activities was always appreciated. The love and attention Paul gave to Rylyn was amazing and unconditional. What a wonderful and supportive family Paul has! We will constantly be reminded of Paul every time we see a Mustang convertible with the top down. Thank you for the friendship.
Michelle Hall
June 9, 2010
Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the Driver family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jeremy Rhodes & Misty Goin
June 9, 2010
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Pam (Smith) Meyer
June 9, 2010
I worked with Paul years ago at Jewel -we were both checkers and usually worked the early morning shift. Paul and I were casual friends and I remember he had asked my brother Andy and I to go to the zoo in St. Louis with the family (this was around 1994-5-6), had a great time and never forgotit. You all treated us like family! I hadn't seen Paul in several years, so this is a shock. I wish the best for his daughter and his family. Our sincere sympathies.
MaDonna Lackey
June 9, 2010
Paul,
To the BEST cousin ever, We will miss your laugh, smile and everything about you. See you in Heaven. We Love You!
MaDonna and Family
CATHY DIXON
June 9, 2010
TO THE FAMILY OF PAUL, MAY GOD GIVE YOU STRENGTH.PAUL WAS A VERY SWEET PERSON,HE HAD A GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR. HE SPOKE VERY HIGHLY OF HIS DAUGHTER. MY PRAYERS WILL BE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY MAY GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
Steve and Kathi Meier
June 9, 2010
We have just heard of your loss and are very saddened. We always held Paul in the highest of esteem. He was such a very kind and gentle soul. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. We have no words to exspress our deepest sympathizes.
With much love,
Steve and Kathi Meier
Doug Deluhery
June 9, 2010
Paul is in my thoughts and prayers, and will be truely missed. As a co-worker with Paul, I enjoyed working with him and my prayers are with his family and friends.
June 9, 2010
Darlene and Russ: Della Mae and I send our condolences for your loss. May God hold you in the palm of his hand and soothe your grief during this period. You are in our prayers. The Campbells
June
June 9, 2010
To my Dear, Dear Friends,
You have my deepest sympathy and love and prayers.
You are all dear to my heart and i am so sorry you are going through this tough time right now, but know you are in my thoughts and prayers and I'll see you on Thursday.
With lots of love.
Paula Echternkamp
June 9, 2010
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
DARLENE WISE
June 9, 2010
PLEASE EXCEPT MY CONDOLENCES, PAUL WAS A CO-WORKER OF MINE I WORKED IN STERILIZING WITH HIM. HE WAS A GREAT
PERSON HE ALWAYS MADE ME LAUGH. ST JOHNS WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT SUCH A GREAT PERSON. SADLY MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM. FRIENDS ALWAYS, DARLENE (XRAY)
June 9, 2010
Paul was a great guy, he will be missed at St. Johns.
Brett and Brenda
Deb Crawford
June 9, 2010
So sorry to hear of your loss. The Driver family will be in my prayers!
Angela Black
June 9, 2010
To The Family,
I only knew Paul a short time but I enjoyed working with him and having lunch with him he is going to be greatly missed. May God surround you in his love as you go through this know that you are not alone.
Rebecca Seward
June 9, 2010
sorry for your loss, you are in our prayers.
Linda McCarty
June 9, 2010
Paul was a nice, nice man. He will be truly missed at St. John's. The Driver family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sherry Frantz
June 9, 2010
I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. Paul was one of my patients at the hospital, and I enjoyed taking care of him and visiting/meeting all of his caring family. Take care and know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers.
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