Paul Wade Durnin Sr.,

77, of Independence, passed away on April 24. Paul is survived by his wife, Frances Messina Durnin; son, Paul Durnin Jr. (Amy); daughter, Mary Durnin; four granddaughters; brother, John Durnin (Carol); sister, Lisa Durnin; brother-in-law, Joe Messina (Ronnette); sister-in-law, Bette Messina; and numerous nieces and nephews.