Paul “Bozo” Fountain was born on July 3, 1935, in Mount Vernon Texas to Eugene and Stella Mae Fountain. He was raised in a home grounded in family, love and strong values. Paul accepted Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior at a young age.

From an early age, Paul displayed the warm and outgoing personality that would become one of his greatest gifts. He had a special way of making everyone feel seen, welcomed and valued. Paul had a love for sports, and it remained an important part of his life, whether it was watching, cheering from the stands or encouraging his great grandsons to stay involved in sports. Paul found great joy in the excitement, camaraderie and connections in sports such as playing dominoes, fishing and playing pool.

Paul met the love of his life Anita Ruth Fountain and the two were united in marriage on April 20, 1963. He was a devoted husband and father to his three children Pauletta, Anderson and Paul D. He also cherished his role as a grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend.

Family held a special place in Paul’s heart, and he expressed his love through his presence, humor and encouragement and unwavering support,

Paul worked with Safeway and retired after several years but decided to return to work at Cornerstone management. He never met a stranger and could brighten any room with his infectious personality quit wit. Through his kindness, humor, wisdom and wiliness to show up for others, he became a source of strength and encouragement to many.

The lessons he taught, the laughter he shared, and the love he so freely gave will continue to live in the hearts of everyone he touched.

Paul was preceded in death by his wife Anita Fountain, Father Eugene Fountain, Mother Stella Mae Dunlap, brothers, SP (Milton) Fountain, Lou Gene Fountain, Gary Fountain, and Sister Faye Willard Fountain, Maime Doss, Vessie Mae Thomas, and Katie Fountain, a grandson Tyrik Fountain.

On September 11, 2026, Paul departed this life leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, family and friendship. Although his passing leaves an immeasurable void, the memories he created and the many lives he touched will remain lasting testament to the extraordinary man he was.

He leaves his precious memory his daughter Pauletta Hunt (Don), Anderson Fountain (family friend Lyndly), Paul D Fountain (Shanequa), bonus daughter (niece) Pam Fountain

Grandchildren: Rekia, Blake, Xavier (Montia), D’Undre (Brandaja), Jasmine, Cameron, D’erika, Michael, EmEm.

Great grandchildren: Landon, Logan, Lawson, Levi, Lucas Adrianna, Adrian, Ari’Anna, Tamia, Brooklyn

Siblings: Fay (Ozella) Ellis, Ethelyn Robertson (Johnny), L.G. Foutain, Rosetta Thomas, T.C. Fountain (Diana) and Perry Dunlap. A special lifelong friend Willie Black.

Host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Although his earthly journey has come to an end Paul (Bozo) (Big Jim) will forever be remembered for how deeply he loved how boldly he lived and he never hesitated to show up for the people who matter to him.

Rest peacefully Paul L Fountain your love, laughter and legacy will live forever.