Paul Edward Gwinnup

Paul Edward Gwinnup, 84, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, on September 28, 2017. He was born on October 12, 1932, in Rushville County, Indiana. After graduating from Shelbyville High School, Paul served in the United States Air Force for twenty years. During that time he completed tours of duty in the Korean and Vietnam wars; as well as in Spain and Panama. He also served in Special Operations during the Cold War before settling down near the Colorado Rockies. After retirement from military service, Paul continued in civilian work for 26 years with Lint United Van Lines in Des Moines, Iowa.

Paul was a tender-hearted man. He showed mighty love in diligently serving his family and Jesus. For many years he served the Vine Street Gospel Chapel congregation in Des Moines. He also spent time in travel and ministry. He loved to preach God’s word, sing hymns and share fellowship with others. In his travels he made friends in Egypt and the Philippines, as well as across the United States. He was also a loyal fan of the Indiana Hoosiers and Denver Broncos.

Paul is survived by his wife of 42 years, Patricia; and his children: Paul (Esmeralda) Gwinnup, Cathy (Gary) Maestas, Terri (Vince) Velasquez, Jeremy Gwinnup, Joshua (Crystal) Gwinnup, Jessica (David) Giles, Jennifer Gwinnup, and Johanna (Nick) Mattison; 37 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, John and Gladys Mae Gwinnup; siblings: John, Phillip, Edith, Nelda, and David; and his son, Bruce.

Services will be held at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway in West Des Moines with visitation on Monday, October 2 from 6 to 8 p.m. and the funeral service on Tuesday, October 3 at 11 a.m. with burial at Iowa Veterans Cemetery at 2:00 p.m.

Memorials may be directed to New Horizon’s Adult Daycare in Ankeny. Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.

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