Paul Leinenkugel
November 27, 1960 ~ June 4, 2012
Paul James Leinenkugel died at his home in Murrieta, California under the care of Hospice on Monday, June 4, 2012 surrounded by his family and faithful dog Layla after a courageous battle with brain cancer. Paul was born November 27th, 1960 in Charles City, Iowa. He was the son of Norman “Bud” and Mary Jane (Fox) Leinenkugel. He graduated from Osage, Iowa with the class of 1979. He received a football scholarship to attend the University of Dubuque. Due to a knee injury early in the season, he was unable to continue with the team and transferred to the University of Northern Iowa where he was a student for a year. He then transferred to the University of Wisconsin where he graduated with a BA in Business Administration with a minor in Marketing. Paul headed West after graduation to start his sales/marketing career. He worked in the corporate relocation/storage industry for ten years and then in the solar energy industry as a sales consultant for the last several years. It was out West where he met the love of his life, Cindi Darnell. They were united in marriage in 2000 and settled in the Southern California area with their family. Paul’s joys in life included the company of family and good friends, weightlifting, exploring music (and sharing his finds by creating CD’s which were creatively titled), grilling in his favorite apron and trying out new recipes he and Cindi got from watching the Food Network, and, of course, a good glass of wine or stein of beer. Paul loved to have a good time, never knew a stranger, liked to tease his kids and their friends and was known to talk “baby talk” to Booty Boy (aka Layla …DDD) the family dog. He will be greatly missed. Paul is survived by his loving wife, Cindi; step-daughters, Amber and Lindsey; step-son, Garrett of Murrieta; brothers, Joe, John (Kathy) and Jim Leinenkugel; sisters, Rose (Tom) Hagemann and Therese (Tim) Rolfes all of Des Moines, IA and Mary Anne Leinenkugel of Osage, IA. He also survived by many nieces and nephews and close cousins. He was preceded in death by his Mother, Mary Jane, and Father, Norman “Bud” Leinenkugel, and his brother Tom. A memorial service will take place on Saturday, June 9, 2012 at 3:00 PM at the England Family Mortuary in Temecula, CA
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Although I had only met Paul once, I felt as if I knew him for years. Cindi & Family… He will be missed. Keep hold of your precious memories and know he is always in your hearts…
Cindi ~ Our love and prayers are with you. We are grateful we were able to visit recently and spend time with you, Paul and the family. Paul was well loved. May GOD give you and your family strength and support during the days ahead. We are sending our prayers, love and support to you and your family, Anita and Ken
Cindi and family, I remember Paul, my brother Neal Fox, Don Fox and Tony Tolsdorf carousing around New Haven and beyond while they were growing up. I always thought Paul was so cool and really liked hanging around him. I am so sorry for the suffering he endured during his battle with cancer. He is in a better place now. Praying for you to have strength to get through this difficult time. Sincerely, Trudy Fox O’Donnell
Cindi and family. Our sympathies and thoughts and prayers to you all during this difficult time. I am so glad that I was able to get out to see Paul and to see you and the rest of your family. Paul’s spirit will always be with us, when cooking, working out and listening to music. God Bless . Don and Jacque Fox & Family
Cindi so sorry for your loss, remember the good times and know you are in our prayers.
Cindi, my sweet niece..Paul was a great man who had a great wit and humor. Paul is now at peace . It was so great to be with the family at Cuz’s home in Brea. We still see him smiling and what a fighter he was. We will one time see him again…love to you honey..Uncle Danny & Faith
Dear Cindi and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you and kids. Even though I never met Paul through you I was able to see what a loving husband and father he was to you and your kids. May the memories and times you’ve shared bring you comfort during this difficult time. May God Bless you and keep you strong, Cindy
Dear Cindi and Family: I am very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort and closure knowing Paul is in a better place and still loved by all. Sincerely, Bob Tang
Dear Cindi, Lindsey, Amber, Garrett, and Booty Boy, I’m so very sorry for the loss of Paul. He was admired, respected, and loved by his many friends and family. He is no longer in pain. We have wonderful memories of Paul to hold on to. And he’ll remain in our hearts forever. I feel so blessed that I was a friend of Paul’s. I’m keeping you all in my prayers. God bless you all…Ed
I am so very sorry for the loss of Paul and the grief you endure. You remain in my thoughts and prayers as you go forward carrying a heartache no one can heal. I feel fortunate to have known Paul as a good friend. God Bless, Gary
I knew Paul and liked him alot. He was a cool guy and lots of fun. I’m sorry we didn’t attend his wedding in California, souldn’t get away at the time. My wife Marty and my Daughter Kris Loved him too. Sorry for your loss.
I will always remember Paul as a happy go lucky goof off who flipped into a totally different guy on the football field. He was one tough dude. Rest in peace my brother.