Paul Casas Delgado

Paul Casas Delgado, age 69, of Fresno, California entered into rest on Wednesday, July 29, 2020. Paul was born June 19, 1951 in Fort Hancock, Texas to Juan and Julia Delgado. Paul is survived by his wife, Evelyn Delgado; daughter Veronica Thompson; and son James Delgado. Paul was preceded in death by his son Paul Delgado Jr. and parents, Juan and Julia Delgado. Paul is also survived by four beloved grandchildren, Avila Thompson, Daisy, Remy, and Harley Delgado.

Paul was raised in a large and loving family with a total of 14 children. Paul met his wife, Evelyn, while living on a large ranch near Firebaugh, California. They married on November 25, 1970 and remained together until Paul’s death, nearly 50 years!

Paul was introduced to parenthood with the birth of his son, Paul Jr. They shared a loving bond and spent much time together in their many adventures. When Veronica was born, she immediately became Paul’s “Precious,” a nickname that he called her until his death. At age 39, Paul received a shocking but pleasant surprise – he would have a third child, James. Equipped with life experience, he enjoyed teaching James the importance of a spiritual outlook on life and the value of hard work. Uniquely each of Paul’s children were born about a decade apart, allowing him to give them near exclusive love, attention, and guidance through their respective childhoods. Later he would welcome two daughters-in-law and one son-in-law into the family.

While Paul was attending Fresno State to pursue a teaching degree, there was a knock at the door from one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. Evelyn accepted a Bible Study, and later Paul, seeing the positive effect of Christian living on his wife, would accept one too. Paul and Evelyn dedicated their life to Jehovah God and were baptized together on March 17, 1974. Paul’s enthusiasm and love for Jehovah and the ministry prompted him to change his career goal and eventually start a janitorial business. This would enable him to devote more time to his real career - a minister of God’s Word. He had the privilege of serving many years as an elder and full-time evangelizer for the Christian Congregation of Jehovah’s Witnesses. He assisted many to learn the truth about God and dedicate their lives to Jehovah. Paul found joy in the simple things of life: Stopping to smell flowers, a good movie, and delicious desserts. However, by far, his absolute favorite way to spend his time was being with his four grandchildren.

During his life, Paul comforted many who experienced the sting of death with the Bible’s promise that those who die will very soon be resurrected to life here on earth (Luke 23:43 and Psalm 37:29). Paul’s passing was unexpected, however, his family draws comfort from his strong faith in the resurrection and the promise held at Job 14: 14, 15. “If a man dies, can he live again? I will wait all the days of my compulsory service Until my relief comes. 15 You will call, and I will answer you. You will long for the work of your hands.”

Rest assured that although circumstances did not permit, Paul would have told you he loved you and gave you a warm hug and told you he will “see you soon.”