Paul E. Icenogle, 89, of Galion passed away on Thursday, December 3, 2020.
Paul was born on August 1, 1931, in Lima to the late Robert and Blanche (Pinney) Icenogle. He married Doris (Conkright) Icenogle on May 21, 1957, and she preceded him in death on June 3, 2013.
Paul served his country in the United States Army from 1957 to 1958. After serving in the military, Paul went to work for Westinghouse as a lathe operator. Through hard work, Paul was promoted into various positions at Excello, Ford Motor Company, and Peabody Galion. He finished his career as Vice President of Operations at Peabody Barnes in Mansfield, Ohio. Anyone who worked for Paul has a story about how tough a boss he was, but they also would tell you he was the best boss they ever had. He would encourage his people during challenging times and tell you “If it was easy anyone could do it, that’s why I hired you.” Paul was an avid sports fan. He enjoyed golfing and cheering on the Cincinnati Reds, Cleveland Browns, and The Ohio State Buckeyes. In his free time, he enjoyed fishing, taking many vacations to Canada to fish for Northern Pike and Walleye. Paul also loved watching old Western TV shows and movies. A handyman, Paul accomplished many projects around his home. Paul and his wife, Doris became snowbirds and purchased a home in Buttonwood Bay in Sebring Florida where they wintered for over 20 years. There they met their “Florida Friends” and as a group traveled to Alaska, Aruba, and Hawaii (to name a few). Paul and Doris loved to square dance and were members of several clubs, including the Hicks and Chicks.
Paul is survived by his son Michael (Ellen) Icenogle of Galion, son Robert (Wanda) Icenogle of Enterprise, Alabama, daughter-in-law Alice Icenogle of Brandon, Florida, daughter Deanna Cook of Lima, daughter Cindy (Mark) Curtis of Lima; his four grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild and his beloved dog Gypsy Rose Lee.
In addition to his parents and his loving wife, Paul was preceded in death by his son, Charles Eugene Icenogle of Brandon, Florida.
Paul’s family will observe a private family service and burial at Fairview Cemetery Friday, Dec. 11, service will be officiated by Pastor Ash Welch.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul United Methodist Church, in care of the funeral home.
Those wishing to share a memory of Paul or to the Icenogle family may do so by visiting www.masfh.com.
The Schneider-Gompf Funeral Home, 303 Portland Way North, Galion is honored to serve the family of Paul Eugene Icenogle.