Paul Hoes

1972 - 2019

Paul Hoes

De Pere - Paul Joseph Hoes, 47, passed away in the presence of his family on May 27, 2019. Paul was born in Green Bay to Carl and Jean (Schneider) Hoes on April 5, 1972. He graduated from Syble Hopp in 1994.

Paul was a lover of the good things in life; his family, his many friends, good food, and long rides in the countryside. He had a generous and jovial nature, equally quick with the kids of deeds and sly jokes. Paul suffered from a variety of physical and mental disabilities from birth, but he never let these limitations interfere with his focus on doing what he believed mattered. He never allowed his limitations to define him.

Paul sought to better himself continuously, learning to read, write, and ride a bicycle. He developed a hobby of reading and memorizing maps and was featured on television for his remarkable memory. He was very involved with the Adult Faith Sharing Group with Green Bay Religious Special Education. He was a member of this group for over 20 years.

Paul participated fully in the life of the Catholic Church, including as a lector. In the final years of this life, he also accomplished two of his greatest dreams: to travel the United States, and to hold regular employment in the community. He also worked at Aspiro.

Paul is survived by his mother and father; his brother Michael (Laurel) and four nieces, Sofia, Felicity, Honora and Evangeline. His aunts and uncles; Dave (Dianne) Schneider, Judy Schneider, John Kirschbaum, Rick (Joyce) Hoes, Linda Hoes, as well as many cousins and friends.

Paul is preceded in death by his grandparents, George (Harriet) Schneider, Albin (Catherine) Hoes; uncles Gregory Schneider, Robert Hoes; aunts Monica Schneider Adams, Margaret Schneider Kirschbaum and his Aunt Mary Hoes Bradley who passed away 12 hours after Paul.

Visitation will be held after 8:00am Monday, June 3, 2019 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church until the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am with Fr. Benny Jacob O.Praem officiating.

In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund will be established for Green Bay Area Religious Special Education.

Paul's family would like to extend their gratitude to all of Paul's many caregivers throughout the years. Thank you to Meadowview Group Home, especially Lisa, Tina, Tracey, John and Rena, Susan Shefka-Peeters; Dr. Goolsby; the 4th floor staff at Aurora BayCare Hospital for their care and compassion.

To express online condolences to the Hoes family, visit www.ryanfh.com