Paul William Sexton
Wednesday, October 10, 1979
Date of Death:
Friday, March 14, 2014
Age:
34 years old
Visitation
Date: Thursday March 20, 2014
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Friday March 21, 2014
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Funeral Service
Date: Friday March 21, 2014
Time: 10:00 am
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Pleasant Grove Cemetery (Evergreen) - Pleasant Grove, MN [ view map ]
Wednesday, October 10, 1979
Date of Death:
Friday, March 14, 2014
Age:
34 years old
Wednesday, October 10, 1979
Date of Death:
Friday, March 14, 2014
Age:
34 years old
Paul William Sexton
Paul William Sexton, 34 years old, died peacefully Friday, March 14, at his home in Pleasant Grove, following a three and a half year battle with Ewings Sarcoma and Acute Myeloid Leukemia, leaving behind his wife, Sarah, and four children.
Paul William Sexton was born October 10, 1979, in Rochester, to Thomas and Betty Lou (Bakken) Sexton. Paul attended Stewartville schools. He drove dump truck for Gartner Trucking, JMJ Haulers and Wigham Trucking before buying his own truck and leasing on with Rochester Sand and Gravel under Paul Sexton Trucking. His work and his trucks were a big part of his life until his cancer diagnosis in 2010. Paul also owned Pit Stop Portable Outhouses with his wife.
Paul met and fell in love with Sarah Ellsworth in July of 1997. They married on July 6, 2002 at United Methodist Church in St. Charles. During their time together, they lived in Chatfield before making their permanent home in Pleasant Grove and raising their four children, Justin (15) Tyler (14) Joey (10) and Ella (9.) Paul fought his long battle specifically for his children.
Although Paul’s time on Earth seemed too short, he impacted so many lives. It was Paul’s daily routine to drive around Pleasant Grove when not working to “see what the neighborhood was doing.” Anyone who has ever met Paul could never forget him and his willingness to do anything for anyone. Because of this, Paul’s large amount of family and close friends formed Team Pauly, which coordinates a yearly benefit motorcycle ride. Paul kept busy with his family and friends riding motorcycle, snowmobiling, camping, hunting, fishing and boating, and sharing his vast knowledge of such a variety of things with the people around him. He was truly wise beyond his years.
Paul is survived by his wife, Sarah, of Pleasant Grove; Sons, Justin, Tyler and Joey; Daughter, Ella; Father, Thomas Sexton of Pleasant Grove; Brothers and Sisters, LouAnn (Dennis) Mensink of Stewartville, Wes Sexton (Heather Horstmann) of Pleasant Grove, Thomas (Heather) Sexton of Sargeant, Jerry (Charlene) Sexton of Pleasant Grove, Colleen (Gary) Louks of Stewartville, John (Coleen) Sexton of Rochester, Carmen (Neal) Gartner of Chatfield, and Mark Sexton of Rochester; in-laws, Marlan and Janet (Schweitzer) Ellsworth of St. Charles, Jaime (Kris) Putzier of Dover, Melissa (Jacob) Zamzow of Eyota, and T.J. Ellsworth (Jackie Bies) of St. Charles; 25 nieces and nephews and 14 great-nieces and nephews.
Paul was preceded in death by his mother, Betty Lou Sexton, and his maternal and paternal grandparents.
Condolences
The family of Paul William Sexton has received the following condolences.
My sincerest sympathies, thoughts and prayers are with you all. What a strong, courageous young man Paul was. What a close and strong family you (we) have. It is very sad but I know you will find joy in all that Paul shared with you. Love transcends all boundaries in heaven and on earth.
Peace,
Eric Parkhurst (son of Linda [Sexton] Hemerick)
I am sorry for your loss. I know Paul was fighting cancer. I am sorry he lost a battle fought so bravely. I hope you find comfort knowing you have each other and all your memories of Paul.
Sarah and family, my heart breaks for you, but at the same time is joyus! Paul is in an eternal Paradise, and watching over you closer than you think :) You are an outstanding woman--strong, loving, beautiful, great role model, fabulous Mother, and one tough cookie that makes the world continue to go 'round. Love you and respect you so much! May Paul's smile beam down and warm you (and all of us!) up :) Love and hugs to you!
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you prepare to celebrate Paul's wonderful life. Our hearts break to think of your loss and the huge void that has been left in the hearts of Sarah, the children, and all of his famliy and friends who loved him so much. May God's Peace wash over you and bring you comfort.
Curt and Gayle Koenig
May the great Paul William Sexton rest in peace, Paul is no longer in pain, despair or at a loss of control let your hearts be sure towards the True God who is in full control. In this loss of Paul rightfully you can feel robbed from more time, more memories, more love and just becauses' rest assured that the pillow of hope can alleviate your pain and promises from the Almighty can give you his purpose to look forward to. Surely, where there's Hope, Love and Faith endurers live on sure of better days to come with prayers and many Psalms let His will be done in Heaven and on Earth. Matthew 6:9,10; John 5:28,29; Psalms 37:11
My thoughts and prayers are with u all. Even though I only knew Pauly for a short time he was amazing angel here on earth and now in heaven. God be with u all now and forever. Love and God Bless u all, Kimmy Kay Lawson
Dear Sarah,Family & Friends
I didn't know Paul that well but I really didn't need to in order to know he was a good man with character to be admired.His love of family was obvious.I always enjoyed & will miss seeing Paul & family come into Mack for truck parts.I hope the many memories you have of him can somehow ease the pain of his loss.We were all blessed with his presence in our lives.
Sincerely, Roger Hatcher
Dear Sarah and Family,
We would like to give you our sympothys of the passing of Paul. We cannnot say enough wonderful things and Paul. Adam and I both got the oppoetunity to work with him and get to know you more. We are all having a difficult time but we just keep remembering all the great memories as I'm sure your family has been doing. Paul put up one heck of a fight to try and beat his cancer. He couldn't have asked for a more supportive and AMAZING WIFE AND CHILDREN aling with family and friends. Paul may be goon from this this earth now but we all know the Lord gained an outstanding angle that will watch over everyone. I have to say Paul was one of the best guys I've ever met all about working and providing for his family. Cherish and hold on to all of the memories and puctures you have and one day you will meet again.
Love,
The Bernaus ????
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May you be comforted by the love of our Heavenly Father. We are thankful for the assurance of eternal life through Jesus Christ and a home in heaven for eternity. John 3:16 In Christ's Love, Alvin & Donna and Family
When we lose a loved one here on earth, we gain an angel in heaven. May you all take comfort in knowing that you have an Angel to watch over you. Hold onto all the happy memories you all haved shared. Memories are what keeps our loved one alive in our hearts and our minds. Our deepest sympathies go out to you all.
Renee & Phil Putzier
I am very sorry for your loss. May all the LOVE of friends and family and your wonderful memories help you through this difficult time. Love and Prayers.
we are so sorry for your loss and pray the god will keep you all close in this time love rich and dede
our prayers go out to the Sexton family, Paul fought a hard long battle, and now is at peace, no longer in pain and is watching over us .Paul will be missed by so many as he touched many people's lives.Paul and Sarah both have been such an inspiration to many. Having Such a strong Faith will help Sarah and her family get through this. Until we meet again, Paul ,guide us and keep us safe. God bless you.
Hi Sarah and Kids,
I am Alisha Nelson's Mom. I have been so touched by your lifes journey with Paul. You have so many wonderful stories and memories you have made together as a family and a couple. I know you have a very big hole deep inside you now . I pray that God can fill that each and every day with new life experiences and love. Cling tightly to each other as a family and know that you are surrounded by many that love you all. I wish you peace, joy and comfort as you continue your life.
Love and prayers,
Linda Haugen Dimmen
Praying for you and your family through this hard time. He will be with you always.
We are so very sorry. But we know that Paul fought a good hard battle and now deserves rest. We pray for strength for his many family members who love him and will miss him dearly. May memories of the good times comfort you always. You were all blessed to have had him in your lives just as he was blessed to have your love and support. He will live on in your hearts.
Hugs,
Jon & Teri Arnold
Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts.
All our love and prayers.
Dawn, Steven, Kayla, Christopher & Karri