Paul Warren Bright

Paul Warren Bright, 85, of Ashland, died December 6, 2024 at his home.

Paul was born June 7, 1939 in Woodsfield, Ohio to Harry and Mary {Thomas} Bright.

He married Mary Ruth Benner on December 4, 1958. 

Paul was a parts manager for many years, and was a farmer. Paul and his wife were Deacons at Maple Grove Church of the Brethren. He enjoyed gardening and spending time with family.

Paul will be deeply missed by his wife Mary Ruth; children Joyce (Joe) Suter, Carol (Ed) Warchol, and Wayne (Carol Sharp) Bright; 7 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; and brothers Richard and Ronald Bright.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Robert, Byron, Ralph, David, Donald Bright, and sisters Wilda Paden, Clara Claus, Janet Clark, and Donna Bright.

Friends may visit Friday December 13 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Maple Grove Church of the Brethren. Funeral services will follow at 12 p.m. at the (and livestreamed at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com/obituaries/Paul-Bright) with Pastor Steve Keib officiating. Burial will be at Ashland County Memorial Park. Roberts Funeral Home – Ashland Chapel, Ashland is assisting with arrangements. Online tributes may be made at www.RobertsFuneralHome.com. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Associated Charities of Ashland County 240 Cleveland Ave. Ashland, OH 44805 or the Maple Grove Church PMIF Fund at 960 Township rd. 964, Ashland, OH 44805.