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Paul Ogren Obituary
Sept. 15, 1932 - August 30, 2018
MISHAWAKA, IN - Paul C. Ogren, 85, of Mishawaka, Indiana passed away Thursday, August 30, 2018. Paul was born on September 15, 1932 in Denver, Indiana to Harvey L. and Sophie (Drajus) Ogren. He had lived in the South Bend/Mishawaka area since 1958. Paul retired as a Master Sergeant from the United States Air Force. He then worked for Civil Service at Grissom Air Force Base for 16 years, retiring in 1996. On June 11, 1954 he married Gail G. Keenan, who preceded him in death on March 31, 2007. He was also preceded in death by his daughter, Terri DeWulf; his son-in-law, Rick Dunham; his sister, Elizabeth “Betty” Ogren; and his brother, Thomas Ogren. Paul is survived by six daughters, Debra (Thomas) Jeffrey of South Bend, Indiana, Donna Bottorff of South Bend, Indiana, Carol Rybicki of Virginia, Linda Dunham of Oregon, Judy (Chad) Truex of Elkhart, Indiana, and Kathy Ogren of South Bend, Indiana; fifteen grandchildren, Tim Jeffrey, Carrie Culp, Joshua and Emily Rybicki, Nate Fox, Gina and Stewart Truex, Danielle Rhymer, and Alex, Aubrie, Hallie, Madeline, Kaitlyn, Isabelle, and Rylee DeWulf; two great-grandchildren, Breya Celestine and Aylin Fox; and his son-in-law, Michael DeWulf of Argos, Indiana. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 5, 2018 in St. Joseph Church, Mishawaka, Indiana. Burial will follow in Southlawn Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. Tuesday in the Kaniewski Funeral Home, 3545 N. Bendix Drive. Paul was a member of St. Joseph Parish and a former member of Holy Cross Parish for 40 years. He served in the United States Air Force from 1950-1954 and 1975-1992. Paul was a volunteer at The Ronald McDonald House at Memorial Hospital and Reins of Life. He was an usher for University of Notre Dame Athletic Department. The family wishes to thank Paul's many friends for their prayers and friendship during this difficult time, especially Don and Donna McCampbell, Don DeCocker, Fr. Eric Zimmer, and the staff at the Center for Hospice Care in South Bend. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to The Ronald McDonald House at Memorial Hospital. To send online condolences, please visit kaniewski.com.
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Jennifer (Grimmius) Hutchison
September 6, 2018
I have many great memories of Mr Ogren from Allen St. Heaven gained another angel! Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Brad Horner
September 6, 2018
To the Ogren Family,
Paul was one of the "Elder Statesman" of the old Allen Street neighborhood.
Very sorry for your loss.
God Bless you all.
Bradley M. Horner
Ron Ritter
September 3, 2018
Sorry for your loss did not know your Dad was ill. Your Dad as you know was a great guy always ready to lend a hand to anyone and always a perfect Gentleman.
The Ritters
Paul & Christine at my Dads wedding
Christine Juday Lessien
September 3, 2018
Sending warm heartfelt condolences from Germany. What a great and loving man. My father Robert Juday loved him as a brother and everytime the two were together, there were always laughs and enjoyment in each others company. I wish I could deliver my sentiments in person. Such a loss to many. Love and hugs to all.
Bob Ward
September 2, 2018
Sorry for your loss I remember him from his first days with the We Together Singers What a kind and gentle man
Cj Eggbeer
September 2, 2018
I don't know where to begin. He was a man among men. A father to me. A brother to me. A friend to me. Mostly, a friend. Even when I disappointed him, which I seemed to do often, Paul always steered me back to the right track. I loved him and I think he knew it. Whenever we met at the stadium, he always had a wink and a nod for me. Rest in peace, my friend, and say hi to Frank! I love you.
Gail Marggraf
September 1, 2018
Paul was a great man! He loved the Lord and his family beyond measure! The greatest tribute we can pay to him is to be more like him!
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