Paul Goebel
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Funeral services for Paul Goebel, 67, Lawrence, will be held at 10:00 a.m. Friday, October 18, 2019 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence. Green Burial will follow at the Oak Hill Cemetery in Lawrence. Paul passed away Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at LMH Health.
He was born on September 21, 1952 in Colby, Kansas the son of Peter William and Rosemary (Swaboda) Goebel.
He worked for Washburn University in information technology.
He married Beni Arlene Binder on September 29, 1973 in Waterville, Kansas. She survives of the home.
Other survivors include his daughter, Audrey Goebel-Hall (Brian Hall) Topeka; son, Joseph A. Goebel, Lawrence; brother, Peter Goebel, Independence, MO; sister, Sally Chafa, Independence, MO; grandson, Cameran Elder and numerous nieces and nephews.
Paul was a Washburn University graduate with degrees in Communication and Anthropology. He was a lifelong Boy Scout earning his Eagle as a young scout. He was a Scoutmaster, a Jayhawk council committee member, a Scoutmaster trainer and a Leave No Trace Master Educator. After moving to Lawrence he became a member of the Douglas County Master Gardeners, he assisted with the Monarch Garden and with the Junior Master Gardener programs.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Camp Jayhawk or the Monarch Watch of Douglas County and may be sent in care of Warren-McElwain Mortuary, 120 W. 13th Street, Lawrence, KS 66044.
Beni, Audrey, Joseph, Brian, Sally, Bill and family and friends ,
I am so very sorry to hear about Paul. Paul was such a sweet guy and so good to me when we were little, I have so many good memories of Holidays and more when we all were young, and for some reason Grandma Hattie comes to mind alot, too. My heart goes out to you all and I am sure he is up in Heaven with everyone, telling stories about you all and not suffering anymore. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless, you were all blessed to have Paul in your lives. He was a very special guy.
Your cousin,
Janet (Richardson) Moore
Beni and Family:
I was sorry to learn of the passing of Paul. Thinking of you at this time. I appreciated Paul’s dedication to Boy Scouting and the Scout Troops in Meriden and Ozawkie.
Beni and Family:
I am so sorry to learn of the passing of you husband, father and grandfather. I am thinking of all during this difficult time!! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Beni and Family,
Paul was one of the FIRST people I ever interacted with at Washburn University. He was a wonderfully funny man, a kind person, and an all around great guy. I’m so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
Cousin Paul was a great man , husband , father and a friend of many ! He was a man who gave a lot of his energy and heart too many scouts and his many friends . The dude had a green thumb for sure being a Master gardener . Enjoy sports , we talk about the Chiefs back in day , KC A’s days as well as the KC Royals . We grew as kids seeing each other often then . Over that last year & 1/2 thanks to Paul’s sister Sally made several trips to Lawrence for lunch & conversation . Peace & Gods love to the Goebel Family x cousin Lou Holsapple
Paul was one in a million. We had so many laughs, good chortles, and so
much fun becoming master gardeners. Oh do I have some funny stories that make me smile. I have cherished our many dinners at each other’s houses swopping recipes, playing dominoes and sharing stories. He was a friend to everyone and will be missed. Be with the butterflies, Paul.
I will never forget all the times of hanging out w you all. Paul was always so funny n loved life. I never knew he had a green thumb! He will be missed by all!
Will miss Paul, had great memories of him at Washburn discussing Scouting, gardening and Philmont! He was a very passionate, funny and all around good guy.
“May the great Scoutmaster of all Scouts be with us until we meet again, and may our footsteps lead unto Him.”
Remembering Paul from past days at Washburn – he helped my office (Student Services) with the technology needs for accommodation requests we’d make for students with disabilities, and also for Veterans Day. And he always helped at the drop of a hat with a cheerful and prompt response. Lifting family in love and prayer.
Beni,
Was so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. Paul was a great man! Sending my condolences and sorry I am unable to attend the service.
Beni, I am so sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed working with Paul at Master Gardeners. He was so positive and fun to be around and he simply adored you!
Prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Diane Oakes
I am so sorry to hear of Paul’s death. He was a great guy! I worked at Washburn University and had interactions with him and we had a connection both being Jefferson County residents at the time. He always had a smile and was full of good cheer and humor. I am sure he will be greatly missed by his family and friends. My deepest sympathies to all of you.
May the pain of Paul’s passing from physical to spiritual be dulled by your children’s presence and your memories of all the people he touched. An amazing man who leaves all his love behind to sustain you til your reunion across the veil. God’s blessing be upon you Beni
Dear Beni and family, Our heartfelt sympathy to you all ! I know it is a hard and trying time! Blessings and love to you all
Love Russell and June
I am deeply saddened to hear of Paul’s passing. I worked with Him and the scouts for many years. His enthusiasm and dedication positively impacted many young men. His legacy lives on in all of them. He was truly a fantastic human being.
We awoke this morning to discover that Paul had passed away. We are so sorry for your loss. We are remembering you family in Ozawkie and the times we were together. Paul was a great guy and remember that he stood-by and stood-up for his convictions … but always ready to consider something new. We remember his involvement in scouting. Peace and comfort from us to you and your family.