Born March 16, 1929. Passed away Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at the age of 97. Preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Gladys (Lembke). Survived by his children Karen (Dick) Punko, Darwin (Sue) Petersen, Cheryl (Tom) Tousignant, and Denise (Dan) Punko. Further survived by his grandchildren Erica, Diana, Andrea, Nicholas, Tia, Tommy, Joey, Christine, Danny, and Darren. And his great grandchildren Alexis Victoria, Jackson, Colby, Ailey, Jack, and Max.

Paul enjoyed working in his garden with God. Writing poems and spending time with his wonderful family. Paul worked in various factories before spending the last twenty-five years before retirement as Head Custodian at Marcy School in Menomonee Falls.

Visitation will be held from 9:30 AM until the time of Funeral Service at 11 AM on Monday, May 11, 2026 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, W234 N6990 Stone Bank Road, Oconomowoc (Stone Bank). Burial to follow at the Gardens of Stone Bank. Memorials to St. John’s Lutheran Church are appreciated.