Yuo could go a fighter / paladin split class route. Focus on slashing weapons.
First few levels fighter (4th) then the rest as a paladin. OR to get lay on hands healing quick start paladin then switch to fighter for a few levels around 3rd / 4th
Stats: Str 15, Dex 10, Con 12, Int 10, Wis 14, Cha 12 (Race Dorf)
Feat @1: Weapon Focus : Slash
lvl1 Paladin, Lvl 2 Paladin, Lvl 3 ... here you can switch between fighter and paladin...