Paul R. Hord, Sr.

Paul R. Hord, Sr., 83, Mooresville, passed away peacefully at home on February 24, 2017. Mr. Hord was born August 26, 1933, in Indianapolis, to the late Richard Ray and Helen Mae (Stuck) Hord.

Paul proudly served in the United States Air Force and was a member of the American Legion Post 103. He worked for Sunoco for 22 years as an oil transport driver before retiring. Paul was a kind and generous man who was always willing to help others. He was an accomplished carpenter and talented mechanic. His caring ways will be fondly remembered by his loving family and friends.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by wife, Wanda “Elsey” Hord.

Survivors include his children, Paul R. Hord, Jr. of Indianapolis and Marci McCann (Vince) of Nashville; brother, Joe Hord of Louisiana; grandchildren, Traci West, Stephanie Perkins, and Kelli Perkins; great grandchildren, Logan West and Carter West; companion of more than 20 years, Gerry Shidler.

Friends and family will gather on Friday, March 3, 2017, 5 to 7 p.m. in the chapel at
Carlisle – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. A memorial service will follow at 7 p.m. Visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.