Paul Jerome Barnum, 91, Great Outdoorsman
Paul Jerome Barnum age 91 of Valley City passed away Monday afternoon, February 7, 2005, in his home after a long illness.He was born Sunday, May 4, 1913 in Grindstone City, Michigan, living in Grafton Twp. since 1965.
He is a member of St. Martins Catholic Church in Valley City for many years. Mr Barnum was a carpenter for 35 yrs. and enjoyed working with his son on the farm growing produce for Jeff's Farm Market on St.Rt 82.
He enjoyed hunting & fishing and was a great outdoorsman who enjoyed many outdoor activities.
He is survived by his wife Eileen married 70 yrs. Today, 2 Sons Jeff Barnum of Valley City, Ohio, James Barnum of Apalo. Fla., and 7 Grandchildren.
He is proceded in death by his parents Tom & Josephine Barnum, 1 Son David, 2 Brothers & 4 Sisters.
Friends may call in the Blackburn-Duke Home 1021 Main St. Grafton, from 6:00-8:00pm Thursday with a funeral mass in St.Martins Catholic Church 1800 Station Rd. in Valley City Friday at 10:00am with Fr. Thomas Dunphy pastor off. Burial will be in St. Martins Church Cemetery.