"I am so very sorry for your loss! I remember many good times that I would come out to your house with my Grandpa and Grandma John Overing. God Bless Paul and the entire family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all."
In loving memory of
Paul Henry Schmitz
December 30, 1944 - October 16, 2006
HOUSTON, MINN. - Paul Henry Schmitz, 61, of rural Houston, Minn. died peacefully at his home on Monday, October 16, surrounded by his loving family after a long courageous battle.
Paul was born on December 30, 1944, in Sparta, Wis. to Henry and Eveline (Schultz) Schmitz. He moved to the Houston area as a boy. On January 8, 1966, he married Doris Gora in Winona, Minn. Paul worked in the road construction industry all of his career, retiring from Mathy Construction in 2002. His hobbies included hunting, fishing, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Paul is survived by his wife of 40 years, Doris; four children: Rose Schmitz, Robert Schmitz, Paul E. (Katie) Schmitz, and Valerie (Larry) Traun; five grandchildren, and three step-grandchildren; four siblings: Lillian (Bill) Stallman, Arlene (Charles) Chamberlain, Glen (Maribeth) Schmitz, and Doris (Sam) Litman.
He was preceded in death by his son, John; sister, Linda; and parents Henry and Eveline.
There will be a Funeral Mass for Paul at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 21, at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Houston with the Rev. Joseph Pete officiating. Burial will be in the church cemetery. The visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Friday at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Houston.
Hoff Funeral Homes - Houston Chapel is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
Please feel free to sign the guest book or leave a memory of Paul with the family at www.hofffuneral.com
Tributes
"I am sorry about your loss, my thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family. He was a good man and I am sure that he is watching down on each of you and smiling. God Bless"
"Rose and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. I think of you often - I met Paul a few times in the hospital and he seemed like a very sweet man - he will live on in all the wonderful memories you have. Take care and god bless you all - Cassie Prokes"
"I am sorry for your loss , have alot of memories with you and Paul, you helped my folks out alot and were good friends of the whole family. Thanks for the laughs and your many hours of kindness."
"I am sorry to hear about the loss of Uncle Paul. I will always remember his smiling face and his positive attitude towards life. I will be thinking of all of you and your time of grieving. Let me know if you need anything. Love, Leslie"
"I have fond memories of Uncle Paul. He was a very loving, friendly and funny man. He always had a smile on his face. I remember going to the house and watching him tend to the pigs when I was a little girl. That is a very great memory for me. My family here in IL sends our thoughts and prayers to my Aunt Pete and my cousins Rose, Valerie, Bob and Paul. I'll see you soon. Love, Lisa & Family"
"We are so sorry for the lose of Uncle Paul.We now know he does not have to suffer anymore. We are there for you."
"Sorry to hear about your lose. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. "
"I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Please take comfort in knowing that John will show him the ropes. I'm sure my dad (Ray McManimon) will lend a helping hand as well."