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Paul Arthur Gebhart
EDINBURG - Paul Arthur Gebhart, 62, of Edinburg, passed away Thursday, May 23, 2013, at 7:17 a.m. at his residence in Edinburg. He was born October 30, 1951, in Taylorville, IL, the son of Arthur and Ruby (Young) Gebhart. He married Cindy Garinger in 1973 in Champaign, IL, and they were later divorced. He worked lifelong as a farmer. He was a member of the University of Illinois Livestock judging team, Varsity Men's Glee Club and Theta Xi Fraternity. He was also the past president of the Christian County Farm Bureau, founder of one of the regional II organic growers, past president of IL Stewardship Alliance, OMNI Ventures, Illinois Sustainable Agriculture Network.
He is survived by his son, Cody (Shawna) Gebhart of Marion, IL; two daughters, Maggie Gebhart of Taylorville and Molly (Sam) Williams of Benton, IL; grandchildren, Beckett and Cohen Gebhart; two sisters, Pennie (John) Crinion of Downers Grove, IL, and Rebecca (Bob) Steiner of Taylorville; nieces, Monica and Maureen Crinon of Chicago, IL; and best friend, Janet Guhlstorf. He was preceded by his parents.
Funeral services will be held Monday, May 27, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at Stonington United Methodist Church in Stonington with Rev. Ray Radae officiating. Burial will be in Old Stonington Cemetery in Stonington. Visitation will be held Sunday, May 26, 2013, from 2-6:00 p.m. at Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville.
Memorials may be made to the Stonington United Methodist Church 304 N. Elm St., Stonington, IL 62567; Bethel United Methodist Church, Route 48 & CR 27, Blue Mound, IL 62513; The Barn, P.O. Box 72, Pana, IL 62557.
Arrangements by Sutton Memorial Home in Taylorville.
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Marjorie Sawicki
May 30, 2013
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.
Mary Norville
May 28, 2013
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
May 25, 2013
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
Nell Graham Smock
May 25, 2013
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.
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Kendall Cole
May 24, 2013
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.
Patrick McGarry
May 24, 2013
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.
Illinois Stewardship Alliance, Staff & Board
May 24, 2013
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.
Gayle Keiser
May 24, 2013
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.
Dave Bishop
May 24, 2013
It's been an honor to know you, Paul. My best wishes to your family.
Paul at Northfield Center.
Dan Hurst
May 24, 2013
I met Paul through his involvement with our chorus. He made a big impression in a short time, and will be missed.
Donald Peck
May 24, 2013
He will be missed
David Robinson
May 24, 2013
Sorry to hear of Paul's passing. My condolence to his family. There is going to be a lot more singing and laughing up in heaven. He sure had the gift of making things brighter down here.
Pam McGowan
May 24, 2013
To Paul's family,
I have very fond memories of Paul and his family while I worked at the Christina County Farm Bureau.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
In deepest sympathy,
Pam McGowan
Marlene Wiker
May 24, 2013
So sorry to hear about Paul. I met him through the gospel sings. It was always such a pleasure to hear him sing. My prayers for the family.
Mary Monkman Power
May 24, 2013
So very sorry for you loss
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