Paul L. Hartman, husband, father, brother, grandfather and friend, of Okemos, Michigan, died at home on Friday, October 18, 2024, at the age of 80. Paul was born on February 15, 1944, in Evanston, IL to Fred and Martha (Gardiner) Hartman.
Paul was a graduate of Evanston Township High School, Albion College and Boston University School of Theology. He was an ordained pastor in the United Methodist Church, serving churches in Alden, Lansing, Litchfield and Kalamazoo, concluding his professional life as the Director of Education and Youth at Okemos Community Church. Throughout his life, Paul lived out a deep commitment to helping young people understand the meaning of Christian faith and service. He spent many years as a leader of United Methodist Senior High summer camps, and he helped countless young people experience life-impacting mission projects in various parts of Appalachia. Paul loved golf and some of his proudest moments took place when he was able to "bring home the trophy".
His parents predeceased him. He is survived by his wife, Jeanne; his daughters Beth Magennis (Collin), Andrea Hartman (Tawnie Grider), Angela Young (Jason) and stepson David Randels (Sara); grandchildren Erin, Kyle, Emma, Anna, Auden and Oliver; brothers David Hartman (Kitty), Richard Hartman (Celo) and Donald Hartman (Debi); sister Marsie Hartman; as well as nieces, nephews and many, many friends. His family offers special thanks to the "breakfast boys": Peter, Bob and Gary. Your friendship offered a gift - the meaning of which cannot be measured.
Paul's memorial service will be Thursday, October 24, 2024, at 11:00am at Grace United Methodist Church, 1900 Boston Blvd. Lansing, Michigan 48910. The family will greet visitors one hour prior. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial gift to the Okemos Food Pantry at the Okemos Community Church or Sunset Gap Community Center, 1300 Sunset Gap Rd. Cosby, TN 37722.
