Paul Andrew Gieschen, 57, passed away on Saturday, December 31, 2022 surrounded by his family at St. Agnes Hospital, after a courageous battle with cancer.
He was born March 2, 1965 to the late Rev. Norbert A. and Caroline M. (Lehrke) Gieschen.
Paul met the love of his life, Sarah Kempf, at the early age of 16, who he later married on June 6, 1987 at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church in Fremont. Paul and Sarah moved to Fond du Lac in 1990 where they raised their daughter Danielle.
Paul’s love for literature led him to his job at Waldenbooks/Borders for 25 years. Paul then transitioned to non-profit work as a corporate director for Bethesda Lutheran Communities/AbleLight. Paul was a faithful member of St. Paul’s Ev. Lutheran Church in North Fond du Lac. In his free time, Paul enjoyed spending his time outdoors, reading books, fishing, being with his family, and enjoying the Minnesota Vikings. Paul was devoted to his church as he served in various board positions throughout the years.
Paul is survived by his wife, Sarah; his daughter, Danielle (AJ) Zayia; one granddaughter, Caroline Rose; his sister, Nadine Gieschen; nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Services: Paul’s family will receive relatives and friends on Friday, January 6, 2023 from 11:00 am to 1:00 PM for visitation at St. Paul’s Ev. Lutheran Church, 1010 Adams Ave, North Fond du Lac. A Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 PM at the church. Burial will take place on Saturday, January 7, 2023 at 10:30 AM in East Bloomfield Cemetery, Corner of 36th Ave & County Road I, Fremont, WI 54940.
“The family extends their heartfelt gratitude to the staff at Agnesian Cancer Center for their care and compassion shown to Paul and to his family as well as the staff in the ICU and 5th Floor at St Agnes Hospital.”
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