Birth date: Aug 25, 1936 Death date: Nov 28, 2025
PERRY – Paul W. Hartman Sr., lovingly referred to as “Coach Hartman” for many years, passed away peacefully on November 28, 2025, after an extended illness. He was 89 years old. Services will be held on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 Read Obituary
Paul to me will always be known as coach. He was an outstanding educator, coach and friend and he was a positive influence on my life. With Paul's passing Perry has lost a legend. My deepest sympathy to Christa and Paul and to the entire family.
Dwayne Powell, Class of 1963
Mr. Hartman a wonderful man and best principal ever. He gave me my first teaching job. I remember my interview with him like it was yesterday. He was fair and firm but made the staff feel assured he was behind us 💯.
I had the honor to know Mr. Paul through the McDonalds breakfast club. He was a fine example of a true Southern Christian gentleman. His laughter and jokes always brightened your day. He will be missed by all. May God grant his family peace and comfort during this sad time.
I am honored to have known Mr. Hartman as Tucker Elementary School Principal. He genuinely cared for the entire staff and student population to see them successful and happy. He was a great leader and educator. In recent years, I often observed Mr. Hartman traveling down the street, fishing boat in tow.. happy to be headed to the water.. well deserved, Mr. Hartman.
Just the other day he crossed my mind. Mr. Heartman was one of the greatest Principle I've been around at Tucker Elementary School. Gone but never forgotten remember family weeping may endure for a moment but joy comes in the morning. No man knows when morning shall come but just keep looking to the hills which your help comes from 🙏🙏🙏
Christa and PJ my deepest sympathy’s to you and your families! I love your dad so much. He hired me when I moved back home at Tucker Elementary. I remember the days when he coached Christa and I on the softball team the flyers. I would have to miss part of practice because of piano lessons. I was chunky so when I ran he would tell me I ran like I had a piano on my back! Such fond memories! He will be truly missed.
Coach Hartman exemplified doing the right thing. He was a fine man, teacher, coach and friend. He left a legacy to follow.
