Paul Allen Troutman Stevens, 81, of Wooster passed away peacefully, Thursday, January 8, 2026 at the Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare with his family by his side.
He was born August 4, 1944 in Lodi to Betty Finn Troutman and Clyde Troutman. Paul graduated from Wooster High School in the Class of 1963, but received his diploma and Eagle Scout Award aboard ship while he served in the U.S. Navy from 1961-1965.
Paul married his high school sweetheart, Sharon Ann Weiker on September 18, 1962 at Central Christian Church in Wooster with Rev. Robert Tuck officiating. They were married for 63 years.
After the Navy, Paul worked at Rubbermaid before Owning and Operating Wayne Pest Control and Agricultural Spraying Company and S & S Ag Equipment for 30 years. He then retired from Tyler Grain & Fertilizer in 2011.
Paul enjoyed attending his great grandchildren’s activities and holiday gatherings. Paul loved to play cards and cribbage as well as a good old fashioned game of croquet. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. Paul was a member of the Parkview Church of Christ as well as a member of the New Pittsburg Sportsman’s Club, Wooster Elks, Wooster Moose, Wooster eagles and the American Legion.
Paul lived a long life, and was blessed with a wonderful family and many true friendships over the years. His words that he shared with a grandson most recently was the Paul had no regrets in his life, he said he led an amazing life with a beautiful family, travel, cars, bikes and a business. Although he had enjoyed his life, he was ready to be done and finally rest.
Paul is survived by his wife, Sharon of Wooster; daughter Jadea (Jeffrey) Andrews of Millersburg; son Steve Stevens of Wooster; 6 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great grandchildren; brother Rick Davis of New Mexico and sister Shelly Troutman Skelly of Loudonville.
He was preceded in death by his parents Betty Shoemaker and Clyde Troutman; brothers James Troutman, Larry Stevens and Gary Stevens and a grandson Joseph Andrews.
Services will be held on Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM at McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster with Pastor Jeremiah Scadden officiating.
Friends will be received one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, contributions be directed in Paul’s name to Ohio’s Hospice LifeCare, 1900 Akron Rd., Wooster, OH 44691.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
Steve, Jadea and family. Sending my condolences to you all. I always enjoyed breakfast conversations with your dad. He was a hard working good man. Prayers for your peace. Lee
Sharon and family, We put you in our prayers and ask God to wrap his arms around each one and give you the peace and comfort that only he can give at this most difficult time. Paul was a good, kind and caring man and his family was everything to him. I enjoyed the time we all played cards at the Elks on Thursday nights.
Sharon, jadea, Steve and families. Our deepest sympathy in the passing of Paul. He was a treasured friend to all who were blessed to share in this life’s friendships. We cannot express the brokenness of our hearts, but we know we have “not” lost our dear precious friend, he is only away and waiting to see us when we meet him again in heaven’s glory. May God give you all His bountiful love, comfort and continuing strength as you go through this time of healing. Much love to all of you.
Emerson & Bonnie
Sharon and family,
May you and your family find peace and comfort in the many wonderful memories of your life together. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sharon, Jadea and Steve, We send our deepest sympathy after Paul’s passing. Tho we do recognize he’s now at peace and no more struggles. We look forward to seeing him at Jesus’ side.
Jadea and all the family, we’re never ready to say goodbye. We’re sorry to hear this and will lift you in prayer asking for comfort and peace.
What a sweet man he will be missed!
Paul I remember meeting you- stopping on a Saturday morning knocking at the door asking me
Is Barry home and (Got any coffee)?
~ We spent the morning
Talking about life and family
Hugs comfort and prayers to your family 🙏🏻
Aunt Sharon, Jadea, Steve and family our sincerest condolences. Uncle Paul was such a wonderful man! He always had a soft spot for my Dad and that was always appreciated even if it was never said. We loved him so much and his love for his family even the distanced ones was ALWAYS evident. It meant the world to me personally when he wanted to spend time with Harry and I and “love on me”. Love is Jesus number one commandment and he exemplified that!! It never easy but we are rejoicing that we will one day see him again in Heaven. Sending our love Hugs and prayers to all of you.
Sharon,Jaedea, Steven so sorry your loosing Paul.
B ut you will see him again with Jesus.
Oh Sharon and family, what a wonderful husband, father, and friend Paul was. Am so sorry for your loss.
Sharon and family. Sending hugs, prayers and love to you.
Sharon and family my heart is breaking for what you’re now enduring. I will be praying for you and your family.
We had so much fun playing cards with you and Paul at Dave and Val’s.
HOW YOU LIVE YOUR DASH
I read of a man who stood to speak
At the funeral of a friend.
He referred to the dates on his tombstone
from the beginning….to the end.
He noted that first came his date of birth
And spoke the following date with tears,
But he said what mattered most of all
Was the dash between those years.
For that dash represents all the time
That he spent alive on earth……
And now only those who loved him
Know what that little line is worth.
For it matters not, how much we own;
The cars….the house….the cash,
What matters is how we live and love
And how we spend our dash.
So sorry for your loss!
I am so sorry for your loss Sharon. Love, hug and prayers.
Sharon, Was so saddened to hear of Paul’s passing. Thinking of you and the family during this difficult time.
Larry and Shirley Snoddy
so sorry Sharon………………thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Wishing you peace and comfort during this sad and difficult time…………..HUGS>>
To the family, I am so sorry for your loss. Paul was a kind and generous man, and I will always be grateful for the opportunity he gave my brother. Having been neighbors for nearly 15 years, he will be deeply missed. Please know you are in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Paul loved to play cards, great memories of those times, Rest in peace Paul.my blessed to Sharon.
Oh Sharon I am truly sorry for your loss of your dear husband Paul. He was such a sweet man and I know that he is with Jesus now but it is so hard for you. You are in our prayers and God will be your comfort and strength. Much love and hugs.
Amy and Chuck Cline
Sharon and family, you are in my prayers. Paul was a great man and he will be greatly missed by the people left behind. We will see him again. I hope all your great memories of him will bring you peace.
So sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. Pray for peace to all the family.
Sharon. We are sorry to hear about Paul’s passing. Peg and Bert maha
Sharon, Jadea & Steve, we are saddened to hear about the passing of Paul. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Shirley enjoyed visiting with Paul during his stay at West View. Sending our condolences.
Shirley Beckler and Joel Beckler
Sharon, Jadea and Steve….we go way back and so sorry for your loss of Paul. He was a great friend and we are sending you lots of hugs and prayers🙏 With love Ken and Pat
Sharon and family, our condolences in your loss. The wonderful memories of Paul will keep him alive in your hearts.
Lord knows that Steve’s family and friends are at a loss. What a gentleman he was to everyone.
Will see him again, love you all.
So sorry for your loss. I had many dealings with Paul and his pest control company. He was always great to work with. Prayers for comfort at this difficult time.
To Paul’s Family and Friends, Our deepest sympathies go out to you. May God, and the many good memories, sustain you; now and also in the future.. Our thoughts and prayers are for you and your families. Sincere condolences from Art Beerys, Smithville, Ohio
Sharon , Jada , Steve and family ,
Our family has many great memories of our times together. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace. Ken and Helen Walkerly
I’m so sorry to hear of Pauls passing.Our family connections ,go back many years. Paul was always smiling and willing to lend a helping hand. Please except my condolences.
For all who believe in the saving blood of Christ, we can both grieve the loss of our loved ones, and we can celebrate their home-going into eternity with Christ. Our prayers are with you as you travel through this valley of grief, and we know that God will bring you deep peace.
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS ! PRAYERS ARE WITH the family !!!
My sincerest sympathies to you and your family, Sharon. May the wonderful memories you shared sustain you at this difficult time.
Dear Sharon and Family,
Very sorry to hear of Paul’s passing. he was a kind man and great neighbor.
I had been praying for Paul for the last two years. Godspeed Paul, RIP.
Sharon, so sorry for your loss. Sending hugs & peace to you & family!
Sharon & family:Our heartfelt sympathy to you for your loss of Paul. He was a special man from school days to the end, Memories stay in your heart 💔forever.
I’m so sorry for your familiy’s loss. Paul was always so welcoming as a neighbor..
Dear Sharon,
I am so sorry to hear of Paul’s passing.
Love and peace and hugs to you and your family.
Sharon,
Sorry for your loss, Paul will be missed.
Prayers,
Helen and John Fravel
( Harvey sister and Paul golf buddy)
So sorry for your loss , prayers for all