"Just got the message. So sorry for your loss.I did not Paul's family, but was neighbors of Jim's and Paul's"
In loving memory of
PAUL EUGENE CREAGER
August 4, 1932 - November 19, 2013
Paul Eugene Creager, age 81, of Fort Wayne, IN passed away at 5:03 p.m. Tuesday, November 19, 2013 surrounded by his family. Born on August 4, 1932 in Columbia City, he was the son of James R. and Effie L. (Garvin) Creager.
He grew up attending Oak Grove United Methodist Church and graduated from Larwill High School with the Class of 1950. Paul was a Korean War Army Veteran. On February 14, 1959 he married Sharon Ann Smith at Saturn Christian Church. They lived in Columbia City until 1977 then move to Woodburn for 3 years before moving to the New Haven area in 1980. Paul worked for Weatherhead in Columbia City, in the early 1950's and from 1956-1966 for Lancaster Plumbing Heating and Well Drilling in South Whitley. He worked 27 1/2 years for B. F. Goodrich in Woodburn and then Fort Wayne Auto Auction for 10 years.
Survivors include his daughters, Marilyn Landis and Ann (Jim) Whitaker, both of Fort Wayne; son, Russell Creager of Fort Wayne; two grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Sharon Creager; and brother, James Creager.
Visitation will be held on Friday, November 22, 2013 from 4 to 8 p.m. at DeMoney-Grimes Countryside Park Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, November 23, 2013 at the funeral home with Rev. James Clifford officiating. Burial will follow at Nolt Cemetery. Memorial gifts may be given in Mr. Creagers memory to Parkview Home Health Care and Hospice.Please visit www.demoneygrimes.com to send family condolences or sign the guest register book.
Tributes
"Paul was a good person.I valued our friendship while we were growing up,he could always be counted on to handle any situation."
"Deepest sympathy to all of you on the loss of your father and grandfather. I am Sharon Geiger's sister.I can remember many happy memories of yourdad and the farm where he grew up.We spent many happy times with your dad and grandparents there.I can remember when your dad came out ot the service and bought a new red and white brand new chevrolet.It was beautiful an he was so proud ot that car. Sharon and I were in your parents wedding. We spent hours playing in your grandparents barn whileGrandma Effie milked the cows.Your parents came to Va. for a visit around1984 in an Oldsmobile diesel.We took them to Monticello and showed them around Va your dad an mom were so grateful that they bought us a polaroid camera.Many happymemories. Linda Tracy"
"So sorry to hear this as Paul was a dear friend."
"Paul Creager Family, Please accept our sympathy on the loss of your father.You were all good neighbors for a long time.May the Lord put his arms around you and hold you closely during this difficult time in your lives,"
"May each of you find courage to face tomorrow as you rest in the knowledge that we truly care about each of your needs and that we will walk beside you in your journey of grief. Brett Gerber and the Staff of DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home "