Paul James Gass, Sr., age 88 of Sparta, Missouri, left his earthly home to be with our Lord, Friday, February 15, 2019. He was surrounded by his loving family in the comfort of his home. Paul was born July 20, 1930 in Elkhead, MO to Rosa and Everett Gass as the youngest of eleven children. On November 19, 1955, he was united in marriage to Shirley (Dostal) Gass, his wife of 63 years.
He proudly served his country, and was a 20 year United States Navy veteran serving in both the Vietnam and Korean wars. After retiring from the Navy as Senior Chief Petty Officer, Paul graduated with a Masters Degree from Missouri University. Later, he returned to Sparta and retired from Paul Mueller Company after 17 years as a welding inspector. Paul was also a member of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church for 45 years. Throughout Paul’s life, his wife, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were his greatest joy. We loved our Poppie and knew we were loved by him unconditionally.
Paul is survived by his wife, Shirley, and their children: Christi Wilson (Danny) of Phillipsburg, MO, Susie Thorne (David) of Claremore, OK, Paul Gass Jr (Margo) of Independence, MO, Julie Johns of Springfield, MO, Gary Gass (Susan) of Gladstone, MO, Cindy Teasdale (Rodger) of Indianola, IA, Angela Sinclair (David) of Catonsville, MD, Lisa Gass of Odessa, MO, and Rick Johns of Sparta, MO. He was the proud grandparent of Brandon, Lauren, Jeremy, David Paul, Rachel, Adam, Brittany, Isaac, Amanda, Eli, Keith, Sydni, Julianna, Ricky, Elizabeth, Allison, Zachary, Ashley, Matthew, Sam, Ben, Wil, Mason, Finley, and Annabelle. He was the proud great-grandfather of Hunter, Remington, Tripp, Paxton, Abbigail, Reed, Rubi, Robbie, Jayden, Luke, Derek, Avery, Lazarus, Malachi, Sadie, Lily, Jude, Danica, Ruthie, Jonah, Brooklyn, and Elliette. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
A wake will be held at Barnes Family Funeral Home, Ozark, Tuesday evening, February 19, 2019 from 4:00-6:00pm. The Funeral Mass will be held 11:00am at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church in Ozark, Wednesday, February 20 with rosary starting at 10:30am and luncheon following the Mass with a 2:00pm burial at Missouri Veterans Cemetery with full military honors. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Mercy For Children, 16290 Avian Ave., Claremore, OK 74017.Nonprofit website mercyforchildren.org.
Online condolences may be shared at www.barnesfamilyfunerals.com.
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E.J. Poivre says
February 16, 2019 at 2:12 pmMy heartfelt sympathy goes out to Shirley and all of Paul’s family. Paul and I became friends in the late 1980s when we worked together. There are so many great memories of the times that we work together and did things together outside of work. We had a lot of laughs and good times together over the years. As I moved around for work we didn’t get to spend a lot of time together over the last few years. Our little tradition that we kept up when I was in the area was to have a whopper and fries at Burger King. Paul will be sorely missed by all of his family and friends.
Gloria Gass Burch says
February 18, 2019 at 7:11 pmMy uncle was one of the most honest, loving, kind persons I’ve had the pleasure of being related to! Even though we haven’t seen each other over the years I often thought about him and always wished him well! His children, my cousins are wonderful people because of him and aunt Shirley and the way they were raised. I’m so glad we all reconnected on face book. My deepest sympathy to them all and prayers for the family. RIP uncle Paul! 🙏❤️😢
Sandra Haynes says
February 18, 2019 at 9:11 pmPaul was my “bonus dad”. How lucky, blessed and thankful I have been in my life to have known such a great, kind man. I remember sharing so many good moments in my life with him. Holidays, birthdays, anniversaries and visits were such a joy to spend with Paul and Shirley and the rest of the (very large!) family. Paul always had a story to tell and a smile on his face. Karen and I were always the “Haynes Girls” and I know he loved us like his own. The last time I saw Paul he was sitting by the fireplace and he said, “The Haynes girl is here, bye Sandra”. Goodbye Paul. I’m glad you liked the first fruitcake I ever helped make with Cindy, Julie and Ricky on Christmas Eve. I’ll make it again next year, and every year from now on. Much love to you and your entire family.
Bethany marks says
February 19, 2019 at 10:27 amChristi I am so sorry to hear you lost your daddy. My prayers for comfort for you and your family. With love Bethany Marks