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Paul Caton was born July 21, 1946 in Kansas City, MO, and passed away at home in the early hours of February 10, surrounded by loving family. He leaves his wife Nancy of the home, two sons Bryan (wife Michelle) and Shawn (wife Melissa) and grandchildren Kalin, Devin, Kodiak Avery, Dawson, Kennedy, and Parker. He also leaves a step-daughter Kimberly Johnson (husband Jarrod) and step-grandchildren Logan and Nichole.
Paul was born to Lowry and Christine Caton and graduated from Van Horn High School in 1964. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Kathryn (Kat).
Family was important to Paul. Even though he didn’t always get to spend as much time with them as he wished, he still dearly loved them all.
Learning at his grandfather’s side, Paul became a master carpenter who trained many others throughout his life. His passion was designing and building, as well as teaching others his skills. He built his first house at the age of 18 and went on to leave his mark on many more. The Cherokee Estates subdivision in Blue Springs is filled with his beautiful cabinetry.
Paul valued honesty and trustworthiness in himself and those around him. He was also a very kind person who always tried to find a way to help those having difficulties.
Paul loved to go on cruises where he went sailing, snorkeling, and scuba diving. The Caribbean Ocean was his favorite place to cruise. He also enjoyed numerous trips to Hawaii. The trip of his dreams would have been to Tahiti. But now he’s on a far better trip and adventure.
Friends and family can pay their respects at the Heartland Chapel, 6113 Blue Ridge Blvd., Raytown, MO on Monday, February 17. Visitation is at 5 pm with a memorial service following at 6 pm. The family encourages donations to the American Lung Association in Paul’s name.
JaLynn Bruno says
So sorry for your loss Shawn. It is so difficult to lose those we love prayers for you all
Stan Perkins says
My thoughts and prayers go out to Nancy, Bryan and Shawn and the remainder of Paul’s family. Paul was a man into his self who was always striving to create and to do better for the people around him and his community. Even though in the last several years he and I did not see each other very often I will always think of Paul as a very Dear Friend. I know from what he lived with the problems of his health in the last several years he is now free from all ailments and is in a better place now. Paul will be missed by many.
Ron and Barb Clevenger says
Shawn..Sorry to hear about your dad. I’ll always have those memories of the times your grandparents would bring Paul and Kathy ( as we called her) to the farm for a visit. Seems like time passes too quickly. Please give our condolences to the rest of the family.
Kathy Palmer says
Nancy, I was so sorry to hear about Paul’s passing. I have such fond memories particularly of the sail boat adventure we all had in the Virgin Islands the trip we all took to Hawaii. I always considered Paul a good friend who would do anything for you. He would give you the shirt off his back if you needed it. Please give my condolences to the rest of the family. Rest In Peace Paul.
Reginald and Jan Gatlin says
Let your family stand so close together that one cannot fall without the other. May God continue to hold your family close together during this difficult time. Paul was a fine man and a good friend to those who knew him. God Bless
Deacon Reginald Gatlin and Family.