Paul Clarence Walden Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Paul Clarence Walden, 64, of Jacksonville passed away Tuesday, April 7, 2020, at his residence. He was born, May 7, 1955, in Rockbridge, the son of Odren and Ruby Fry Walden. They preceded him in death. Paul married Sue Campbell, July 14, 2007, in Jacksonville. Surviving is wife, Sue Walden of Jacksonville; step sons, Ryan (Kelsi) Dobson and Justin (Sarah) Dobson both of Jacksonville; five step grandchildren with wife, Sue; five step grandchildren and four step great grandchildren from previous marriage; siblings, Dorothy Campbell of Springfield, Opal (Joe) Lawson of Roodhouse, Ernie Walden, Wanda (Roy) Motley, Donna Walden, Lou (Ann) Walden, Jim (Deb) Walden all of Rockbridge, Patty (Mike) Adams of Jacksonville and Jackie McAdams of Greenfield. He was preceded in death by siblings, Web Walden, Donald Walden, Bill Walden, Earl (Hazel) Walden, Herman (Beck) Walden, Truman (Jan) Walden, Everett Walden and Carl Walden. Paul was the youngest boy of 18 children. He attended Greenfield High School. After high school, he worked for 4 years on the railroad and several years in the Foundry in Rockbridge. His life growing up was one of hard work and devotion to his family. Paul worked many years as a local independent carpet a flooring installer. He worked in flooring retail for Jacksonville Floor and Covering. Paul also contracted installation services through Sablotney Floors of Jacksonville. He was known for his meticulous work and took great pride in everything he did. Paul was self-taught to play the Bass guitar and was in several local bands in his younger years. He was a member of the Jacksonville Elks Club. Sue and Paul are members of the Morgan County Boat and Ski Club at Lake Jacksonville. He was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan and was faithful to his beloved Kansas City Chiefs. He loved camping, fishing and horseback riding with Sue. Private graveside services will be held due to the pandemic. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorials are suggested to the family for funeral expenses.

Paul Clarence Walden

May 7, 1955 - April 7, 2020