Paul E. Partlow
Paul E. Partlow, 76, Goshen, died peacefully late Monday night, Jan. 11, 2016, at IU Health Goshen Hospital, surrounded by loved ones.
Paul was born on Nov. 28, 1939, in Dayton, Ohio to James and Irene (Clemens) Partlow. He was the fifth child out of 14. On Aug. 21, 1965, he married Carolyn Rudkin. She preceded him in death on March 1, 2010.
He is survived by three sons: Tim (Jamie) Partlow, Black Mountain, N.C.; Micah Partlow, Elkhart; Andrew Partlow, Millersburg; five daughters: Debbie (Corey) Oberlin, Millersburg; Joy Fairchild, Mishawaka; Stephanie (Brian) Gagye, North Webster; Kaylee Partlow; and Krista Partlow, both of Millersburg; and 14 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and his stepmother: Melba Partlow.
Before moving to Goshen Paul attended Butler High School in Vandalia, Ohio. Paul worked at Stellite Coatings where he was a floor manager until his retirement. Paul proudly served his country during the Vietnam War both in the Navy and the Army. He later became an ordained minister at Voice Ministries, Osceola.
Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. and from 6-8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 15, at Yoder-Culp Funeral Home. The funeral service will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 16, also at the funeral home, with Rev. Jerry Reeder officiating. A graveside service will follow with military honors at West Goshen Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Marine Riders N.C. IN.