Paul James Propst 68 of Newton died Wednesday, November 1st, 2017 at his residence. Born November 4th, 1948 he was the son of the late Earl Propst and Annie Smith. There are no services planned at this time. Please sign the online guestbook at www.jenkinsfuneralhome.net. The Propst family has entrusted arrangements to Jenkins Funeral Home and Cremation Service in Newton 828-464-1555.