Paul’s Story

Site created on August 28, 2018


Dear Family and Friends,


On August 16th, our beloved, Paul Overton was in a horrific motorcycle accident learning how to ride. With traumatic injuries to the arm, neck, and brain, we were told by doctors that Paul had little chance of making it. Without giving up hope Paul was sent to University of Maryland Shock Trauma where he is currently fighting for his life.


Paul is the most selfless, caring, most courageous person we know. Paul  truly has impacted every single person he has ever met. We sincerely believe Paul would not be here without the hope and prayers from everyone.  As we have been repeatedly saying this is the marathon Paul has truly been preparing for. If anybody could beat this, it's Paul. Everyday Paul has shown us signs that he is here listening, and in no way giving up. We believe in the Power of Prayer, and we know God is healing him right now. 



We are starting this page for Paul for updates regarding his conditions, visiting hours, fundraisers, and anything relating to him. Paul is strong and will continue to fight and finish this marathon for life.  We are continuing to thank God everyday for healing our amazing Paul. He is truly already a miracle. We are all #paulstrong and #prostrong for life. Thank you to everyone that has shown love and support, and please continue to pray for Paul's full healing. We know he'll be out of there soon! 



Much Love,
The Overton's 

Newest Update

Journal entry by Kara Overton

We as a family would like to extend our gratitude to everyone who has been with us throughout this entire journey and throughout this difficult time. The love and kindness shown is nothing but a blessing from God. From the support of Paul’s friends, co workers, our family and friends we have truly been shown the real meaning  of love. We have never known a person such as Paul that was loved by so many individuals and we will cherish that forever. 

Although this unexpected tragedy happened we are grateful to have had the past two ½ years standing by Paul’s side. We know as a family Paul saw the sacrifice and love given to him through his family, friends and caretakers. We are so appreciative of everyone’s generosity, time and prayers. Without your support we would not have been able to get through these past few years. 

Finding love and Jesus is truly the ultimate goal and we are happy to say we found Jesus and His love through this story. We know Paul is smiling down at us living his best life in heaven. It brings us great comfort that Paul is now in the presence of Jesus forever and that we will be together again one day. We hope our journey has brought and continues to bring encouragement to everyone, and we will forever continue to shine Paul’s light. Paul truly lived a full life and we thank our Heavenly Father for gifting us with such an incredible man. Life sometimes can be very difficult, but the hope we have for eternal life continues to keep us strong. 
 
“We have sufferings now, but these are nothing compared to the great glory that will be given to us.”
‭‭Romans‬ ‭8:18‬ ‭

We love you all. 

Much love,
The Overton family
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