
The acorn doesn't fall far from the tree.  How fortunate I am to have known the 'tree' and what the acorns grew into. 

I had the good fortune of working for Papa Fetters for years while I was at HU, as his assistant. I cherish my time with him, writing atta boys/girls, and working away while he talked at me about life. I’m sure he did this with all of us, but every week he’d sit with his feet up on the desk talking at me while I worked and say “Bethany, your the best assistant I’ve ever had, top notch.” He spent so much dedicated time intentionally encouraging others. His presence was always supportive and nurturing.  

The same was true for me Seth, as I would stop by to say hello. I think he knew I was mostly there to say hello to Beth, but he would humor me anyway and share encouraging words to me. To the point where I would stop by even when Beth wasn’t there because I knew he would take a moment to bless me in some way.  He would also, from time to time, clip out some of the Huntingtonion sports highlights that mentioned me to send me an “Atta boy.”  

Papa would follow Seth’s visits by nudging me toward him. I should credit him a bit for our relationship. I’m so grateful to have known Papa Fetters and thankful for his influence on me. I pray our marriage and three boys have a glimpse of the love and strength apparent in his life and relationships. Sending love and prayers to Barbara and the whole family. 

Attaboy Papa. 

Betty and I send to you our deepest sympathy on the death of Paul R Fetters.  He taught my doctrine class at Huntington College and was a long time friend.  I remember him being at my parent's home for a YPMB meeting when he was probably about a senior in high school.   He and Barbara were great friends to us.  And in my first pastorate I had the privilege of having Norval & Margaret Fetters as members of the congregation.  We will miss him greatly.

Paul and I enjoyed working together as colleagues, and we often spoke about books, especially murder mysteries, which we both loved.  He was a contemporary of my father on the faculty and worked together for many years, and they had mutual respect for each other.  I thoroughly enjoyed working with Paul and was pleased to have his grandchildren and niece as English majors, a subject near and dear to Paul.  

My thoughts and prayers go out to all of his family members.  I can honestly say that working with Paul and his famiy members has enriched my life.

Linda Urschel

Paul and Barbara were the first couple we met at Rockford Campground in 1964 when being assigned to first church. Too many wonderful, meaningful, and fun memories to share here.  With deep respect and love we honor and celebrate Paul's life and legacy.   Ron & EJ Ramsey

I thoroughly enjoyed waiting on Dr. Fetters when he came in.  He would have a digital list on his device and ideas for something that would take us back to the workbench.  I enjoyed the  conversations we had about life and the Lord.  My condolences to his family.  

I met Dr. Fetters as a young pastor. His seminars from the grad school were helpful. Then we he was editor of Thrological Perspectives to which I contributed 2 chapters. I had no public writing experience. Dr. Fetters taught me how to write in the " Book Meetings." I have appreciated him more than I can say, through the years.

My condolences to all the family.  I thought highly of Paul and his leadership.  
I was one of his first students in the School of Christian Ministry and learned a lot from his teaching. 
I will never forget his 
nicknames for his sons as bacon, lettuce and tomato. 
Ron Mulles 

Deepest Sympathies from the First UB Family in Bronx NY.  We honor the legacy of Dr.  Fetters and thank God for his faithful service to the denomination and by extension Huntington University. We look forward to the day when sin and death will be slain forever and Dr. Fetters along with the saints will rise immortal! Continued prayers for Bishop Todd and the rest of the Fetters family. 


We are so sorry to hear of Paul's passing and extend our deepest sympathy. He was a very compassion filled man and i very much enjoyed my time learning from him while attending classes under him at Huntington. He will certainly be missed.   Rev, Richard & Judy Dye

Papa Fetters was one of the best teachers I have ever known. I always appreciated the feedback he gave me whenever he heard me speak. His legacy lives on, not only in his family but through the hundreds of students he taught.  

To All the Fetters Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.  However, knowing Paul, it is also a time to rejoice for he is safe and sound in Heaven where he has heard "Well done good and faithful servant ".  What a day of rejoicing it must be. Being born while my father pastored in Emlenton, PA. I felt a unique tie with the Fetters family. To Brooks I am especially grateful to him as he took the position as General Manager of the Myers Funeral Homes. He served the community and the business Linda, and I built well.  I will always be thankful that we were turning our business over to a Christian. It meant the world to both of us. 
May God's Peace and Grace sustain all of you.
Bruce Myers
N. Ft. Myers, FL

My deepest sympathy to the family. Memories of Paul and the family as I was growing up in the Otterbein UB Church in Rockford, Ohio. Well done, good and faithful servant. 

Our sincere condolences to the Fetters family from Clarence and the late Kate Hamrick and Families.

Prayers and sympathy to all of you. Have fond memories from the week Beth and I stayed with your family - early 70s and during the four years as a student at HC. Ruth (Schmidt) Hathaway

A beloved and respected colleague - he once said in response to compliments, you don't have to deserve it to appreciate it. Paul deserves all the compliments that will be expressed here. My condolences to Barbara, Brooks, Luke and Todd - and the extended family.

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Dr. Paul R. Fetters

12 December, 1933 – 31 October, 2022

Myers Funeral Home

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