Paul Eddie McCafferty

Paul Eddie McCafferty, age 82, passed away peacefully on May 1, 2026. Paul was born on December 19, 1943, in Boles, Arkansas, and was raised in Hatfield, Arkansas. After proudly serving four years in the United States Army and receiving an honorable discharge, he made Northwest Indiana his home. Paul was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, servant of God, and friend to countless people whose lives were changed by his kindness and faith. He worked faithfully for U.S. Steel for 30 years before retiring in 2003. Paul is survived by his beloved wife, Adele McCafferty; his children: Donna Faitak, Robert McCafferty, Joshua and Maria McCafferty, Rashel (Mike Keyser) Anderson, Lance and Lisa Waugaman, Marty and Sherry Ferguson, Joel and Julie Ferguson, Mitch and Bobbie Ferguson, daughter-in-law, Shirley McCafferty; 21 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Eddie McCafferty. For the last 55 years of his life, Paul passionately served the Lord Jesus Christ. Alongside hi wife Adele, he ministered faithfully in Westville Prison, the Lake and Porter County Jails, nursing homes, and anywhere there were people in need of hope, love, and truth. Paul had a special heart for the lost, the broken, the needy, and the hungry. He never met a stranger and was lovingly known by many as “everybody’s spiritual Grandpa and Papa.” His love extended far beyond Indiana. Paul became a grandfather figure to a group of young people in Mumbai, India, speaking with them daily, sharing Scripture, encouraging them, and teaching them about the love of Jesus Christ. He also helped support ministries and villages in Nepal where the Word of God continues to be shared. Paul was an avid hunter, a hardworking provider, and above all, a man who loved well. Those who knew him saw in him a living example of what it means to be a servant of Jesus Christ. His live was marked by compassion, generosity, humility, and unwavering faith. One of Paul’s greatest messages in life was forgiveness. He often reminded others, “We’ve got to forgive – not for others, but for us, so we can be free.” A Celebration of Life will be held on May 30, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Equippers Church, 7545 E. Ridge Road, Hobart, IN, officiated by Pastor Ryan McDowell, Pastor Pirtle, and Joshua McCafferty. Paul and Adele were grateful members of Equippers Church, where Pastors Ryan and Rebecca McDowell lovingly ministered to them during the last six months. The family would like to thank everyone who loved Paul and shared in his life and ministry. His legacy of faith, love, forgiveness, and service will continue for generations. Go on, baby – dance, dance in Heaven. We will meet again someday. Burns Funeral Home & Crematory, Crown Point, IN, entrusted with arrangements. Please visit Paul’s online obituary and guestbook at www.burnsfuneral.com.

Paul Eddie McCafferty

December 19, 1943 - May 1, 2026