Paul Klingensmith
October 11, 2015
Paul Klingensmith, 70, was born December 16, 1944, to Ora and Vera Klingensmith in Albia, Iowa. He passed away Sunday, October 11, 2015, in Des Moines.
Paul’s grandpa Washburn taught him to love trains. He read about and collected them whenever he could. Paul adored his companion and beloved cat, Sweetie Pie. Music was his greatest passion. He spent his life writing songs and playing his piano and guitars. Paul enjoyed traveling and singing with his family as well as the Ambassadors Quartet. He was a long time member of Faith Tabernacle Church of God in Christ where he shared his gift of music each week. Paul loved the Lord, was always able to recite scripture and faithful to take his children to church.
Paul is survived by his children, Jennifer Klingensmith and Michael Klingensmith.; grandchildren, Drake Klingensmith, Erik and Alyssa Fisher; step-children, Laurie (Karl) Fisher, Marc Hester and Stacy Hester; cousin, Marylee (Mike) Kozial; He was preceded in death by his parents; wife and mother of his children, Cheryl; and wife, Joy.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday, October 15, 2015, at Faith Tabernacle Church of God in Christ, 131 9th Street, West Des Moines. The family will receive visitors one hour prior to service time at the church.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family in loving memory of Paul.
Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
bowee10
01/16/2016
im sorry to hear of pauls passing we always had alot of fun in aol chat rooms he will be missed, friends always
NOEL
12/19/2015
Ive been offline for a while, I was totally shocked by Paul `s` passing. we wee dear friends online for many years. He was a man of great faith, he loved our Lord, we spoke of death once and he said that will his glory. I will miss him always. .
Rosemary
12/05/2015
Paul was a great online friend to many. We will miss him very much in Bible Fellowship chat room. Good bye from all of us PKKKKKKK. We loved you.
Emmanuel Etchells
12/05/2015
Paul was one of the many American Patriots that I met online, I loved his Music, and his humor, he was always open to a laugh no matter how he felt in himself,
Paul my friend, though we never met face to face, I believe that one day we will meet.
To Paul's Family, all that I can say is, you have my deepest condolences and my prayers, may God bring you peace and strength from the happy memories that Paul has left behind.
PS. I am from the UK.
Brenda Atlanta
12/05/2015
I just learned of Paul's death today. We were very good friends in a chat room he attended often. We shared the same faith. Paul represented his faith well and was loved by many. My condolences to the family.
Marty Trepp
10/15/2015
Paul was one of a kind musician. His love of Christ was present in every song he sang and composed. His contribution to the "Ambassadors" was evident in every rehearsal and performance. He will be missed by all. Jennifer, Michael and the rest of Paul's family, know that now he is singing "One Hill One Cross" for the greatest audience of all!
Brandon & Bryan Cheek
10/14/2015
Jennifer and Michael, we are so sorry for your loss. We love you guys and are thinking of you during this tough time.
Ken Wald
10/14/2015
Remember Paul and his playing at
the singles group at Grace Church
His going will be a loss to many but we know where he will be and we
thank the Lord for his Christian
testimony.
Kevin and Jeanette Champion
10/14/2015
Jen and Mike we are so sorry for your loss! We will be remembering you both in our prayers throughout the coming days and weeks, that the Peace that only God can give will surround you both during this time of sorrow! But also rejoicing with you knowing he is home in the arms of his heavenly father! Go rest high on that mountain Mr. Klingensmith!
With love and sympathy,.
K&J Champion
Adam and Dena Miller
10/14/2015
So sorry for your loss..he was a great man
Gene and Wanda NeeseYo
10/14/2015
Jennifer, Michael and all the family,
We want you to know we are praying for peace and comfort for all of you. We are thankful we do not grieve as do those who have no hope. God is faithful and promises to meet all of your needs!
We love you, Gene and Wanda
Steve and Lorraine Hansen
10/14/2015
Jennifer, Michael, and family,
We are so sorry for your loss.
We always enjoyed your dad's musical ministry.
We are praying for you.
In sincere sympathy,
Steve and Lorraine
Jon and LindaLee
10/13/2015
Jennifer and Michael,
Our hearts are with you during this difficult time. Your Dad was a gifted man and we enjoyed sharing the platform with him and the family many times during our musical ministry as we traveled Iowa and the Midwest.
I regret that we won't be able to attend his service due to tests I have that morning at the hospital. But our prayers are with you all now and in the days and weeks ahead.