Obituary of Paul C Ellsworth

Paul C. Ellsworth passed away peacefully with both his children, grandchildren and friends at his side. He was born on December 29, 1936 in Kenosha, Wisconsin and he passed from this world life to Gods care and eternal life on Saturday March 30, 2019. He was the loving Father of Christina and her husband Richard Mashburn, Dale Ellsworth and wife Courtney in Las Vegas. He was blessed to have his grandchildren Amanda Van Kirk, Alyssa Pastore, Brandon and Stephanie Ellsworth. He was also known as the Great Grandfather to both Joseph and Audriana which he had a very close relationship with. He also has a brother Donnie Ellsworth in Green Bay, Brother in Law Jimmy Kapusinak of Racine and Son in Law David Pastore. Many loving cousins across the country with nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Marie Ellsworth. Paul served his country in the USMC. After his military service, he became a Police Officer in Illinois where he then retired from the Racine Wisconsin Police Department. Once he retired, he moved to Tucson, Arizona. He was heavily involved with the American Legion. He served in multiple positions at the American Legion and was Commander for one year at post #36. He also volunteered at the VA Hospital assisting Veterans in obtaining benefits. He loved our Country. Paul enjoyed playing music on multiple instruments with his son and friends. He was also an avid golfer, playing several times a week. Sometimes he couldn't keep score but lets keep that a secret. He enjoyed dancing and everyone loved dancing with him, he could literally sweep you off your feet he was that darn good. He was a joker to no ends and let me tell you "it's a true story"... will be never be said the same. A lot will remember Paul for being a determined cowboy. When he moved to Arizona he took the challenge of Cutting horses and was very successful in his rodeos and taught his daughter well. Most of all he was a proud man. He loved family and friends and they all loved him. Paul will be missed by all for his natural love of life, friendship and true stories.