Paul Taylor Trask
Local author and Bible teacher, Paul Taylor Trask, passed away on Thursday morning, September 1, 2022. For the past few months, Paul had been battling inoperable stage 4 Glioblastoma, the most aggressive and deadly form of brain cancer. Paul authored Partway to Utah, The Long Way Home, Shall All Israel Be Saved, and John’s Key. He also taught many in-depth and scholarly Bible classes during his lifetime. Paul is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Leslie Denise Baker (Trask), son, Nathaniel Paul Trask, and three grandchildren, Taylor Nicole, Allie Rose, and Malachi Nathaniel, all of Blue Springs, Missouri. A Celebration of Life service will be held at New Life Church, 801 SW First Street in Oak Grove, Missouri, Saturday September 24, 2022 at 3:00 with Dr. Steven P. Carpenter, officiating. During the service, there will be opportunity for sharing reflections and/or memories. Throughout their many years of ministry together, Paul and Leslie were always noted for creating great camaraderie centered around table fellowship. In keeping with their ministry tradition, there will a potluck immediately following the service for those who would like to participate. Arrangements Royer Funeral Home Oak Grove, Missouri 816-690-4441.
