Paul Burks was born on February 23, 1942, to Turner Burks and Corentha Lambert. He was the 2nd of 9 children. He was preceded in death by both parents, two brothers (Vernell & Charlie Burks) and one sister (Cobea Burks). He attended Muskegon Heights High School.

In 1969 Paul wed his beloved wife, Bobbie Burks. Paul was a loving father and provider of four surviving children. Paul accepted Christ and was Baptized in Kansas City in his mid-adult life and his spirit now rests with our Father God and Lord Jesus Christ in Heaven.

Paul was a skilled welder with Allis-Chalmers, a Houston based machine manufacturer company here in Kansas City until early retirement. This long-term employment was very instrumental and enabled Paul the means to provide for his growing family. He loved having fun, cracking jokes, and laughing with family and friends at any gathering he attended. He was the life of the party for sure. He had a passion for playing pool for entertainment.

Paul was called home to rest on November 5, 2023.

To Cherish his memory, he leaves behind his wife Bobbie Burks who dedicated the last years of his life serving him as he fought this unrelentless disease. Four children Angela Smith (Dennis) KCMO, Mechell Watkins (Antonio) LSMO, Jeffrey Patterson KCMO, Felecia Burks Sinclair (Carl) KCMO, Paul Taylor KCMO. Along with five grandchildren and Six great grandchildren. One brother, James Thomas KCMO. Four sisters, Gwen Smith (Curtis), Arlie Watson, Alice Smith, Linda Faye Burks all of Muskegon, Michigan as well as a host of nephews, nieces, other family and friends. He will be truely missed.

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