Paul Wissmann

Paul Wayne Wissmann, 79, of Fruitland area, passed away peacefully Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, surrounded by his family at his home.

Paul was born Oct. 1, 1942, in Cape Girardeau to Jesse and Mary McLain Wissmann. He and the former Margaret Huckstep were married Dec. 8, 1962, in Cape Girardeau and would have celebrated their 59th wedding anniversary next month.

Paul served in the U.S. Army from 1963 through 1965, and was stationed in Germany during the Berlin Conflict. He was very proud of his military service and embraced the title of veteran with honor.

Paul was owner of Paul's Upholstery in Scott City for many years. He then worked for Procter and Gamble, from where he retired in 2000. He was an avid collector of antique cars and proud owner several Hudsons throughout the years.

He is survived by his wife; daughters, Pamela Simmons of Jackson and Bobbi Wissmann of Scott City; brother, Mark (Linda) Wissmann of Fruitland; grandsons, Justin Wissmann of Fruitland, Matthew Sissom, Alex Simmons, and Caleb Simmons, all of Jackson; and nine great-grandchildren, Chasity, Kason, Leona, Gavin, Olivia, Beckett, Elliot, Chris and Owen.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Donald Wissmann, Ronald "Zane" Wissmann, and sister Katherine "Fern" Hency.

Liley Funeral Home in Marble Hill is in charge of arrangements. There will be a private service at a later date to include full military honors, with interment at Stars and Stripes Veterans Cemetery in Bloomfield, Missouri.

The family would like to express their gratitude to the Southeast Hospice Team for not only the kindness and care shown to Paul, but for the family as well. They would also like to thank all who called, texted and/or provided food for their thoughtfulness.