Paul R. Elkins, 80, loving Father, Grandfather and U.S. Marine, passed away at 7:07am Tuesday, July 20, 2021, in Memorial Hospital.

Paul was born on April 21, 1941, in Bloomingdale, IN to the late Samuel C. and Gladys (Farmer) Elkins. Paul was the 11th of 14 children.  All but one sister has passed away.

Paul is survived by his wife, Joyce (Stull); sons, David R. (Margaret) Elkins of Bloomington, IN, and Kevin (Amy) Elkins of Edwardsburg, MI; daughter Roberta (Alan) Giebler of Missouri; grandchildren; Addison and Madeline Elkins, and Alexandria Elkins; Ashley and Jennifer Giebler; sister, Doris Walter of Montezuma, IN; and "Granddogs" Rufus and Willow.

Paul honorably served his country as a United States Marine. He worked at South Bend Range Corporation in South Bend and retired in 2001 from American Electronic Components in Elkhart. Paul enjoyed Bluegill fishing in many of the farm ponds in Parke County IN. Deep Sea Fishing in Florida and Walleye and Northern Pike fishing in Canada. He often hunted deer, rabbit, squirrel, and Mushrooms in Parke County Indiana.

He obtained his FAA Private Pilot license and enjoyed flying his Cessna. He was a member of the Mishawaka Pilots Club and was a cook for their annual Fly In Pancake Breakfast. Paul enjoyed keeping his lawn trimmed and in immaculate condition. He took great pride in his Vegetable Garden. His favorite meal was prime rib at Maxi’s restaurant. He created many great memories picking fruit in Michigan with his children and grandchildren. Paul was a Liver transplant recipient in 2002. Paul and his family are forever grateful for his donor and family’s generosity.

There will be no services at this time. Palmer Funeral Home - Guisinger Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.

Condolences for the family may be made at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.