I am sorry to hear about the loss of Paul.  He worked with my father.  My prayers go out to his wife and family.

On behalf of all of us at Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, our thoughts and prayers are with Paul's family and friends at this most difficult time.  We will always remember Paul as a  true champion for hospitalized kids, and he will forever be in our hearts.
Your friends at Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.

Dear Viola and Debbie and family, So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. My mom, Anna Mae (Decker) Sturm/Buys also send her condolences to you and your families. Love, Christine(Sturm)VanEynde

My deepest condolences to the Lensmeyer family...Paul and I were high school classmates.  He was such a class act; friendly to everyone.  I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.

Saddened to hear about Paul, he was a class mate and a fun guy. Heartfelt sympathies and prayers for strength to get through this all...Sandy Behnke Zierden

My deepest condolences to your family. Paul was a wonderful man that I had the pleasure of working with. As an officer for USW 105 representing Alcoa employees, I worked with Paul on various issues relating to our members. He was always courteous, personable, helpful and extremely caring. He will definitely be missed. God Bless.

My heartfelt sympathy to the Lensmeyer family in the passing of Paul.  Paul was a classmate and a wonderful person. So sad to hear of his passing.
May Gods Love and your memories help you through this most difficult time.

My deepest condolences to your family. His support for Challenger League Baseball for disabilities through Iowa Rotary was great.  My son Ian benefited from Paul's coaching patience and his good humor as Ian would hit the ball and run straight into the outfield!  Paul and I got alot of laughs from this. He also ran a top notch organization in Ascentra with his leadership examples. Know Paul is in God's hands and we will see him again.

I was saddened to hear of Paul's passing...I knew him since 7th grade, and though I have not seen him in years, I remember him well....May the Lord comfort your family through this difficult time.

Oh Viola and Patty, I am so sorry to hear about Paul's death. I am keeping you and your family in my heart.

Debbie and family, my heart goes out to you during this sad time.Cherish your wonderful memories and the good times. As a fellow member of St. Mark it was a pleasure to know Paul.He would greet Lisa and me by name.We feel honored to have known him.I so enjoyed Jenna's ballet performance at Pastor Travis's ordination.Paul was richly blessed with a loving family,strong faith and many amazing accomplishments.May God wrap his love around you in the days to come.Your friends in Christian faith and love.

To Ryan and the Lensmeyer family - Paul was a great supporter of helping people through dignified financial services. He was a caring and humble leader. He was so proud of his family and his team at Ascenttra. He always had a warm smile for everyone and a twinkle in his eye. I was privileged to know him. I hope you will find comfort in how much he loved you.

Richard and I extend our deepest sympathy to all of Paul's family.  We enjoyed knowing Paul.  We think he has a wonderful family and know he loved and cared for you. Our prayers are with you.  We pray that you mourn your loss but also celebrate the joy of his life on this earth. Remember the good times you shared.  May God be with you, now, and in the days to come.  Sincerely, Richard and Eileen Waterman

My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. Paul was an amazing CEO and overall person. He always had a smile on his face. It is an honor to work with him. He will be truly missed

Lensmeyer Family:
Words cannot begin to express the sadness in our hearts as you have to face this extremely devastating loss. Paul was without question one of the best!  God's peace be with you all.
The Pastrnaks

Paul's Family-
Paul was a delight to work with on credit union issues during my time in the Iowa Legislature. Paul also did great work in the QC community and was a positive influence on many. We will miss him! Prayers to you and Paul's extended family.

Debbie & Family,
I have had the great pleasure of serving with and working with Paul for over 20 years. His integrity and values are second to none! Paul loved his family and community very much and spoke of that regularly. My deepest sympathy goes out to you all. He was a great man and will be missed by all.

Paul was an amazing man. He did so much for the credit union industry. We will keep you all in our prayers...

Joannie Bruns
Linn Area CU

Our thoughts are with you. It was an honor to work under Paul's leadership at Ascentra. He always had a clear vision, and it was his drive that consistently motivated us to do our best. 
We loved following him, his love of family, friends, coworkers, and our membership was contagious.
We loved being led by him, because everything he touched turned into a success.

Deepest sympathy to the Lensmeyer family. I pray God is with you always and that you will feel his presence during this hard time. I have alway appreciated Paul's life. Being my godfather he had always gone out of his way to make me feel special. From something small like receiving Hawkeyes basketball and football for birthday presents, to celebrating with me during my graduation and wedding. Those memories will be in my heart forever. God bless all of you. I wish I could be there to celebrate the life of Paul.

So sorry to hear of Paul's passing, he was a classmate of mine in high school, will always remember his ready smile! May God be with you.

Deb and family,

It was an honor to work for Paul at Ascentra.  He made sure each and every one of us knew we mattered.  He was an exceptional leader and I feel very priviledged to have known him.

To Debbie and family, My deepest sympathy to all of you.  Paul was like a "DAD" to all of us at the credit union. He was always doing what he could for all of us.  Gracious and fair, kind, and comforting, a friend.  He will be missed dearly.  (((hugs)))

To the Lensmeyer family, I wish to express my sympathies to you. Paul was a vary gracious caring man. It was a honor to know him, he will be missed.

We send our deepest sympathy to the Lensmeyer family.  Paul was a great friend and an outstanding credit union leader.  His friendly smile, personalilty and professionalism will be greatly missed.  We will keep him and his family in our prayers.  Denny and Gin Skelton

Debbie and family,

Our condolences for your loss. Paul was such a great person, he easily stands out in our past memories, we are glad we met him.

Steve and Juliann Bryant

Ryan and Wendy
Sorry to hear about your father passing.  Although we didn't personally meet him, it sounds that he was an inspiring person to many. Keep all the memories close and know that we are thinking of you during this time.

Debbie,
My deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.  My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Darlene Foy

To the Lensmeyer Family......my sincerest sympathy...I am a former Kellnersville resident and a friend of Paul's.  To mother Viola on your loss of a beloved son.  May his life be
remembered always.

Ron Muench / Manitowoc, WI  54220

We are so saddened to hear of Pauls' passing. He was such a good friend and high school classmate to both of us. Our prayers and thoughts are with the family. May you have many special memories of Paul.

Deb, Ryan and Family,

Having worked with Paul for many years on credit union industry boards has truly been an honor. I always valued his opinion and his sense of humor. The credit union world shall miss him dearly. Please accept my deepest condolences.

All the best,

Roger Reiser

Paul will be greatly missed. He was an amazing leader who touched so many lives.  It was an honor to work with Paul. He will never be forgotten.

DEB AND FAMILY, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I HAD THE HONOR TO HAVE WORKED FOR PAUL AT THE CREDIT UNION, WHAT A NICE KIND AND CARING PERSON, ALWAYS HAD TIME FOR YOU WITH A SMILE.  HE WAS MY PACKER AND IOWA HAWKEYE FAN. HE WILL BE MISS BY EVERYONE WHO NEW. THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY.

LENSMEYER FAMILY, YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, IT WAS AN HONOR TO HAVE WORKED FOR PAUL AND KNOWN HIM AS A GOOD FRIEND AT THE CREDIT UNION.  HIS DOOR WAS ALWAYS OPEN, A VERY KIND AND CARING PERSON .GREAT LEADER WHO CARED. I'LL NEVER FORGET AT MY WEDDING, I WAS SO SCARED AND THE FIRST PERSON I SEEN WAS PAUL AND HIS WIFE WITH THE BIGGEST SMILE FOR ME , SUCH A THOUGHTFUL GUY. HE WILL BE MISS BY EVERYONE WHO NEW HIM. PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY.

To the Lensmeyer family-  I am sorry for your loss.  I had worked at the Credit Union and left in 1999.

Debbie and family, my deapest sympathy.  I feel privileged to have known Paul and had the opportunity to work for him for 15 years.  He was a wonderful man with a great since of humor,fairness and appreciation for his employees.  He inspired me to be a better person.  You and your family are in my prayers.  Nancy Boyer

Lensmeyer family:  My thoughts and prayers are with your family.  I had the pleasure of knowing Paul through the credit union community the past ten years.  He was humble, gracious, a leader, and one of those people who you genuinely enjoyed when you had the opportunity to visit.  He'll be greatly missed.

Deb and family
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Paul was one of a kind...caring, loving, trustworthy, kind, inspiring, respectful and a great leader and true friend.  He touched everyone is a special way. Everyone at the credit union enjoyed him so very much. He will never be forgotten and will truely be missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

I have been truly blessed to have worked for Paul since he started at the Credit Union.  He always had his door open and always there to talk when you needed to.  Paul you will be missed

Dear Lensmeyer Family -

We are so very sorry for your profound loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. May all your wonderful moments together be a comfort to you.

It was always great to run into Paul - he seemed to love life so.

Also, we are now committed credit union "members", because of our very positive experience at Ascentra these past 13 years. That was certainly because of Paul's energy and influence.

The McGeein Family

On behalf of the Board and management team at DuTrac, we would like to express our sincere sorrow and sympathy to Paul's family. Paul was an outstanding credit union leader and innovator. He will be greatly missed. 

DuTrac Community Credit Union

Deb and Family:
I was saddened to hear that Paul passed away.  Please know that you are in my prayers.
Cheri Lafferty (Lartz)

Sorry to hear this news. I am a cousin to Paul's mother. You are in my prayers. Elaine Leiterman, Denmark, wi.

Deb and family,

Paul was genuinely interested in each and every one of us at the credit union, and he will be greatly missed and his memory cherished for years to come.  May our warm memories help lift you during your time of loss.  My prayers for all of you during this difficult time.

Lensmeyer Family: My thoughts & prayers are with you.
I have so many fond memories, beginning with CUNA Management School in 1981 and continuing through our credit union carreers.

Mike Harvey

To the Lensmeyer family:
I only had the privilege of meeting Mr. Lensmeyer once when we stopped at the house for an awesome grilled dinner en route to Chicago with Brandon & some of his friends.  I remember laughing a lot and feeling so welcomed.... I'm so, so very sorry for your loss.  He undoubtedly has left quite an impression on every single person with whom he's come into contact.  My thoughts and prayers are with you throughout this sad time.

Lensmeyers - Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.  Paul was not just “a friends Dad” but a friend to us.  I cherish all of the Hawkeye discussions and experiences we shared.  He was an amazing father and role model and always very warm and welcoming.  He will be missed.

My condolences to the Lensmeyer and Ascentra families. In my interactions with Paul through my work at Coopera and the Iowa Credit Union League, I admired his kind, sincere and humble nature. He will be missed. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Debbie - It's always fate that brings us all back together. I work with the Miller's in Des Moines and saw Paul's obit here. I fondly remember you both during the great times at St. Mark's!! God Bless you and your family!

Words can not express the sadness felt with this loss.  I am honored to have known and worked for Paul and will always remember him as one of the positive influences in my professional and personal life. Paul was a great leader and a trusted friend.  To the entire Lensmeyer family, know that our prayers are with all of you through this difficult time.

My condolences to the Lensmeyer Family. The few times I was around Paul, I truly enjoyed Paul! He will be missed.

Debbie and family... The credit union community will sorely miss Paul and his great stewardship of our industry. I will personally miss his laughter, his wise counsel, and his friendship. May peace be with each of you.

I am so sorry to hear of your loss.  Paul was always such a great role model, friend and mentor to me throughout my years in the banking industry.  He always remembered my name and had such a great attitude and wonderful insightful things to say.  I will miss his smile and great personality.  He was truly a kind and honorable man.  My prayers.  Becki Rogers

Deb and family- - my deepest sympathies to all. You will be in my thoughts and prayers

Debbie and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.  Paul was a wonderful person to know.

Deb and Family, Please accept my deepest sympathy and prayers during this difficult time.  Paul and I attended grade school and high school together.  He was a terrific guy and always had that special smile on his face.  Keep his memory alive in your hearts and he will be with you always.

Deb and family, Paul was certainly a most genuine, caring and outstanding man.  I remember his positive and cheerful attitude that he brought with him everywhere.  Even though it's been several years I can still see that warm and easy smile of his.  He shared those characteristics with many others and will be remembered for his wonderful qualities.  Keeping you in my thoughts and in my prayers.

Paul was a great friend through Rotary. The emails between club members yesterday evidence the high regard in which he is held. Paul and I tended to find humor in many of the same things and it is that camaraderie that I will most miss. God bless his beloved family.

I am tremendously saddened with the loss of one of my dearest friends and long, long time buddy.  I do have many great memories that I will cherish.  Paul and I had many laughs and great times together through high school, college and after college.  What a great guy and a great friend.  I'll miss Paul -- my life-long pal.

Paul was a truly lucky man to have such a wonderful, loving family as well as a career that he loved. He had a great sense of humor, so although it was never a reserved or stuffy atmosphere at the credit union, he received the utmost respect from everyone. I never heard an unkind word spoken about him. The family has my deepest sympathy.

Deb and Family...Paul was a great colleague and friend. He will be greatly missed by all of us. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of loss.

Deb & Family and the ‘Ascentra Family',
Our deepest sympathy to your family.  Paul was a great man. His visionary leadership for our organization was so valued.  When we remember Paul, we will always remember the warm smile he freely gave as he met people, his jovial laugh, his quest for greater heights, but most importantly, the twinkle in his eyes as he spoke of his family and how proud he was of their accomplishments.  We will all be forever grateful for the chance to have known Paul.

Our thoughts and prayers are with Deb and the family. Paul was a good friend and will be missed.

My thoughts go to Deb and family.  I will miss Paul very much.  He was a wonderful man to work with and always took good care of his co-workers.  I have always enjoyed coming to work everyday because Paul has always made it a team enviroment.

Deb and family, 
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you struggle to deal with this huge loss.  Paul was more than our CEO, he was the heart of our credit union.  He will be so missed. I feel very lucky to have worked with him all these years.

Deb and Families,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.  Paul was a great man, as you all know.  He has been a big influence in my work career. I will treasure the memories of working with Paul, his humor, his caring, and his family.  He will be greatly missed by family here at Ascentra Credit Union.

Thoughts of sympathy to Paul's family. I know that you will have many loving memories to comfort you.

My deepest thoughts and prayers go out to your family at this time of sorrow. I met Paul when I was chairman of 1ST Gateway Credit Union thru our CEO Pat Drennen. Paul and I became instant friends when we both found out we were Hawkeye fans. I was close friends of Drew Tate (QB at IOwa) and his family and had Drew sign several items for Paul addressed to "Paul, World's best CEO and Hawk Fan". Paul and I would always meet at the bowl games and enjoy a laugh. God welcomed him with open arms and he is now in glory in Heaven.
Sincerely, Denny Duerling

Deb and family, 
My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Paul was a great man, and I am blessed and honored to say I had the priviledge to work with him at Ascentra Credit Union the entire time he was CEO. He greeted me every morning with a joyful good morning, and that I will miss. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten. God bless you all. Regina Butler

My deepest sympathies to Deb and her family at this time. He was a great man and will be truly missed.

Deb and family we are deeply saddenly to hear of Paul's passing. 
Paul was a great father, and friend. 
He will be missed by all. 
Mike and Beth Reckman

Deb and Family,
Thank you for sharing Paul with all of us.  What a wonderful, honorable, authentic person he was.  May our Lord Jesus Christ comfort you during these trying times and may you rest in the knowledge that someday we will all be together again and share eternity worshipping our most sovereign God.  Paul has touched so many lives and he will be greatly missed.

OBITUARY

Paul Lensmeyer

6 December, 1950 – 20 May, 2013

Davenport Memorial Park

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