Rev. Paul Donald Williamson
June 05, 2014
Rev. Paul Donald Williamson, 84, passed away Thursday, June 5, 2014 at Mercy Medical Center in Des Moines.
Paul was born June 27, 1929 in Hollansburg, Ohio, the son of William Oliver and Mary (Morgan) Williamson. He graduated from Olivet Nazarene University and Garrett Theological Seminary and received his doctorate from Oral Roberts University. He was a United Methodist minister for many years serving in the following United Methodist churches: 1956 Ohio-Victor, Immanuel; 1958 Boston Theological Seminary (Uxbridge, Mass.); Feb. 1960 Cedar; 1962 Cedar-Fremont-Kirkville; Jan. 1964 Corydon-Cambria-Millerton; 1967 Corydon-Millerton, Iowa: 1970 Fort Madison, First; 1974 Webster City, Asbury; 1983 Muscatine, Wesley; 1991 Boone, First; 1994 Retired. 1996 Napier.
Paul is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Barbara; children, Gary, Byron (Vicki), Sharon, Sheryl, Helen (Jim) Sneller, Donna Jean, and Mary (Tim) Chatten; thirteen grandchildren; and one great-grandson.
He was preceded in death by his parents; son in infancy, Paul Robert; brother, Earl; and nephew, Neal.
Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. Monday, June 9, 2014 at New Hope United Methodist Church, 4525 Beaver Avenue, Des Moines. Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 10, also at the church, with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Cindy Snider Roberts
06/11/2014
I was so sorry to hear of Rev. Paul's passing. He was a wonderful pastor during his time at First United Methodist Church in Fort Madison. My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of loss.
Marjorie Pyner
06/10/2014
Dear Barbara and family,
I was at Annual Conference when they included Paul's name in the service of remembrance. I am sorry for your loss. I remember when you were at Corydon and he was instrumental in getting our new building built. I also remember that he had a beautiful voice, and would sing "Great Is Thy Faithfulness" sometimes in his sermon. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Sue Gilbert
06/10/2014
So sorry to hear of Rev. Pauls passing. Your whole family was very special to our's while in Webster City. May all of you know that are prayers and thoughts go with you. He has a special place in heaven and in my heart.
Janeen (Kilberger) Lee
06/10/2014
I am so sorry to hear of Rev. Paul's passing. I remember him as a very, very nice man--seeing him every week as a minister & as a father. I am at the stage in my life where he was when I met all of you--grown children as well as children at home. My heart goes out to all of you. Now he is somewhere where he can watch over all of you, like my mom watches over my family.
Dennis Albertson
06/10/2014
Rev. Paul confirmed me at Cedar Methodist. I lit candles for his ordination . Paul was a caring, loving man who guided me from the beginning in my spiritual journey. My sympathies to Barbara and the family.
Anna Lou Batcheller
06/10/2014
I am so sorry to hear of Rev. Paul's death. He was a admired leader of our church in Webster City. My kids even stopped squirming and listened during his sermons! I'm sure he was a cherished family member as well as a revered minister. His compassion and caring helped many people through their personal trials. He had God-given abilities to see the good in all people and offered constructive advice and encouragment to them to follow their dreams. My condolences to the whole family.
Jennifer Clubine
06/10/2014
Dear Barb and family. I just saw Paul ' s obit today, and I know you are almost ready for the funeral. I want you to know how loved you both are. I think of you often, and am so thankful I had a chance to know you. I will never forget the long talks Barb, in the middle of the night while the patients slept. You taught me a lot about how to be a better parent, wife, nurse, and Christian. I always admired and loved Paul so much, and not just because he married Mike and I, but because to me he was a perfect example of what a Christian man should be. Strong, faithful, unafraid to stand up for his beliefs and he truly lived his faith. I can't be with you today, but my thoughts and prayers are yours.
Ann Tell
06/08/2014
Rev. Paul was an important and loved man by our family and I am sorry to hear of his death. He baptized Becky and confirmed Tom and Laura. He also helped my son earn his scouting Order of the Arrow badge. In this way, my children learned much about faith, God, and love from this very loving, intelligent man and that has affected them all their lives. Thank you, Paul, for giving me the courage to finish my college education and become a teacher. I enjoyed teaching for many years. I know you encouraged many other people to reach their goals and helped them reach the faith they needed for that goal. I remember Paul and Barb singing duets in our church, and Rev. Paul singing many solos, and I have always believed in the power of music in worship. God sent a wonderful man and has now called him home to celebrate with him. The world is a better place because of your love, your faith, your character.
Ann
Wilbur W. Brannon
06/08/2014
Paul, my college roommate and life-time friend. Truly a man after God's own heart. Integrity, insightful, loving father, and dear Christian brother--only some of the attributes. Suffering saint and faithful servant. You will be missed and loved by many.
Kim (Reeder) Stoudenmire
06/08/2014
I am very saddened to hear of Reverend Paul's passing and would like to express my sincere condolences to your family.
May peace and comfort find you during this difficult time.
Kim (Reeder) Stoudenmire
Paulette and Larry Wood
06/06/2014
The loss of your father's life brings pain to each of you, we know. Yet we believe that what your hearts once owned and had, shall never be lost...that is the wonderful thing about enduring love.
Those who have shown us love, brought us joy and made us laugh, have given us the lasting gifts of a beautiful life and blessed our memories forever.