Birth date: Mar 27, 1945 Death date: Apr 23, 2012
John Paul Lupton, 67, of Springdale, passed away Monday, April 23, 2012 in Fayetteville, AR. He was born March 27, 1945, in Syracuse, NY, to parents John Harris Lupton and Mildred “Peg” (Baker) Lupton. He was a carpenter by trade Read Obituary
I will miss seeing Paul's smiling face in Kimpel. He was always such a pleasant person with a kind spirit.I had no idea he was ill and hope that his passing was peaceful. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God give you the courage and strength to bear your loss.Sincerely,Carol Rachal
Barbara this is Bill Rogers we first met at Carlton Terrace when you managed it. I have always enjoyed being around Paul, and he finally made it to Physical Plant, where we worked together. He was always very nice to me and I hope I was to him. I didn't realize he was sick so seeing his name in the obits. was a shock to me. I am so sorry this has happened to your Family. I was up on the lake a few days ago by your house and was wondering about Paul, I figured he was retired,but didn't know. Again I am sorry for your loss. Bill Rogers.
Dear Family,The sun never rose on a day when Paul's bright smile didn't surpass it. On the rainiest days and those that brought the foulest weather, Paul always shared a big smile and a warm greeting. We talked casually often in the hallway at Kimpel. I knew he had some awful times with illness, but Paul never complained and always hastened to ask about my well-being.He was a kind and generous spirit whom I grew to know better over the years. I think that several years passed before I learned that he rode motorcycles. Even more passed before one day he stepped into my doorway to chat briefly about his father's experiences in law enforcement. I was dazzled.There was so much more I wanted to learn from and about Paul. God's plan called for a different course. I'll miss him much and please know that he leaves us all with deep affection, respect and appreciation for how your husband and father showed us all how a great man touched so many lives.Sincerely,Gerald Jordan
To Paul's family,I met Paul as his most recent physical therapist. In twenty-six years of being a physical therapist, I've never had a moment when I felt like I had known a patient all my life, and we were great friends as kids and better as adults. Our connection to each other was instant. Our friendship, immediate. Professionally, he had a horrible spinal, degenerative scoliosis for which there was very little choice other than to live with the pain. But, that's Paul. Accepting and moving forward. Languishing in his misfortunate spinal condition was not a choice. His honesty, love of life and family and acceptance of fate was and is inspiring to me. After our first visit, I came home to tell my wife about this great guy I had met. Apparently, Paul did the same. This humbled me. For the very short time I knew Paul, I feel I've always known him, will always know him, and although grieving for the loss and for his family, the enrichment to my life by this incredible man is calming and reassuring. I hope and pray for peaceful closure for all. Paul is at peace. It is what he would want for his family and friends. I am so very grateful to have met and received such incredible friendship in such a short time. Please, know that I stand with all of you tomorrow in spirit, faith and friendship of remembrance, joy and sadness for the chance to have known Paul and the loss of his very special presence. With emotion and tears for which there is no perfect word,Joe Paul
Barbara,I was saddened to hear the news of your loss. I know how much you loved each other...it was obvious. Sending you well wishes and thinking of you all.Kristie (Lathrop) Calohan
Dear Barbara, Jess, Geoff, John and Jessica, Words escape me at a time like this. Know that my heart is with you all as you struggle through the loss of a such a wonderful man, husband and father. Much love and prayers for you all.
I will always remember Paul's smile, infectious laugh and those shinny blue eyes. He enjoyed tinkering and making thing work. He leaves behind a kind and gentle sprit… Walt
Barb and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We will always remember Paul as a fun lovely husband and father. His smile and zest for life will be missed. Please do not hesitate if you need us for anything, we are just a few minutes away.
I've known Paul since grade school. However, it was in Memphis as roommates that we became the closest of friends. I had just returned from Vietnam and hanging out with Paul having fun was exactly what I needed to get my feet back on the ground. For a while, we even co-owned a bar where we both bartended -- it was a great time with great memories. I will always remember Paul for his totally giving support to me during my readjustment period.Paul was always a great guy -- to everyone he met-- he and I got along really well – I don't recall there ever being an angry word between us.I will miss him greatly.My deepest sympathy goes to Barbara and his beautiful family.Ron Ambort
Barbara, John, & Jessica, my thoughts and prayers are with you.If I can be of any help, give me a call.Barb Schumacher
