Paul Anthony Bingham, Jr.

Paul Anthony Bingham, Jr., 75, passed away on June 1, 2025. Born on January 30, 1950, in Ft. Hood, Texas. He grew up in a military family that was stationed in Georgia, Germany, New Jersey and he attended High School in the Panama Canal Zone. In 1968, Paul earned an Army R.O.T.C. scholarship and enrolled in Auburn University as a first-generation college student where he met the love of his life, Sally. At Auburn, Paul was extensively involved in the ROTC program and served as Commander of the Pershing Rifles. Paul earned a business degree in 1972 and an MBA in 1973. Upon graduation, Paul was commissioned as an officer in the United States Army in front of Langdon Hall and received his first salute from his father, Command Sergeant Major Paul A. Bingham, Sr. After serving in the Army and reaching the rank of Captain, Paul then embarked on a distinguished career as a stockbroker and financial planner at Merrill Lynch and later became a Vice President at AG Edwards. Paul served a number of clients across decades that also became dear friends.

Paul was a member of the United Methodist Church for fifty years and loved singing in the choir and leading Sunday school. He also served in many leadership roles including Finance Charman of Snellville United Methodist Church, Athens United Methodist Church and Greensboro United Methodist Church. Upon moving to Auburn, Paul joined Auburn United Methodist Church and was a member of the choir and Men’s Bible study.

Paul was a 40 year member of Kiwanis International and served as president of the Classic City Kiwanis in Athens and Lt. Governor of Georgia. In 1999, Paul was honored as the George W. Hixon Fellow. Paul was later a member of Auburn Kiwanis Club and was awarded the J. Mercer Barnett Fellow Award from the Kiwanis Foundation of Alabama.

He is survived by his devoted spouse of 52 years, Sally Barber Bingham; son, Tom Anthony Bingham (Amy); daughter, Katie Bingham Pfaffenberger (Jimmy); grandchildren, Patrick Anthony Bingham, Mattie Elizabeth Bingham, Molly Christine Pfaffenberger, Lewis Paul Pfaffenberger; sisters, Evelyn Virginia Garver (Dan), Carol Sue Bingham and many wonderful in-laws, nieces and nephews.  He was preceded in death by his parents, CSM Paul Anthony Bingham and Sarah G. Bingham.

Visitation will be held at Auburn United Methodist Church on Friday, June 6, 2025, at 10 a.m. A service to celebrate Paul's life will follow at 11 a.m. The family is being assisted by Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home in Opelika, Alabama. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Paul’s memory to the Auburn Kiwanis charity fund.

Paul was immensely proud of his country, Auburn University and his many cherished friends. Paul’s legacy is marked by his love and commitment to his family and his abiding faith.

Donations made to 

Kiwanis Club of Auburn Alabama

c/o Steve Ogburn 

PO Box 1982

Auburn AL 36831

In memory of Paul Bingham

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