of Leslie, AR

January 14, 1936 - June 8, 2024

Paul Rains, age 88, of Leslie, Arkansas went to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 8th, 2024 at Ozark Health Nursing and Rehab. He was born in Leslie, Arkansas on January 14th, 1936 to Ulis Rains and Sally Overstreet Rains. Paul was married to Ellen Goldsmith Rains.

Paul was a deacon and faithful member of Landmark Missionary Baptist Church in Marshall, Arkansas. He was a member of the Searcy County Gideon's International Organization that distributes Bibles around the world. Paul served in the U.S. Army. He was a retired Industrial Engineer from Boeing Aircraft. He loved time with his family and going to church. Paul's greatest desire was to share with others the blessings of our Lord and God's gift of salvation.

Paul leaves behind his loving wife, Ellen; their three daughters, Catrina (Ben), Jeanetta and Pauletta (David); his three grandchildren, Courtney (Greg), Chelsea, David Paul, plus his bonus grandson, Cody. He also leaves behind his youngest legacy, great-granddaughters, Serena and Cora. Almost like a son, he leaves behind his dear friend, Noah.

Funeral services for Paul will be 2:00 PM Tuesday, June 11th, 2024 at Roller-Coffman Chapel in Marshall, Arkansas with Bro. Matt Bagby officiating. Burial will follow in Nubbin Hill Cemetery. Bearers include sons-in-law, Ben and David, grandsons, David Paul and Greg and friends, Noah and Matt. Honorary bearers are Stan Hayes, Ray Younger, Coy Lee Horton, Kelly Horton and David Nondorf.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you consider a love offering to Landmark Missionary Baptist Church, PO Box 986, Marshall, AR 72650 or Gideon's International, Marshall Camp, PO Box 1305, Marshall, AR 72650.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Coffman Funeral Home
923 Highway 65 North
Marshall, AR  72650
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com