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Paul Horstmeier
1933 - 2020
Paul Horstmeier
1933 - 2020
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1933
DIED
2020
Paul Horstmeier Obituary
Horstmeier, Paul H., Jr.
MONONA - Paul H. Horstmeier Jr. was born on Feb. 22, 1933, in Madison, to Margaret (Hopkins) and Paul Horstmeier. He passed away on Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2020, at his home in Monona.
Paul graduated from Madison Central High School in 1951. He served his country as an MP in the Korean War Conflict from 1953-1955. On May 30, 1955, he married his high school sweetheart, Mary Ann Wittrock, at St. Patrick's Church, Madison.
His career was in law enforcement. He started as a patrolman with the Dane County Traffic Department in 1957 and retired as a Lieutenant with the Dane County Sheriff's Department in 1990. He served on the board of the Dane County Credit Union from 1975-2002 and acted as Santa's helper for many years at the DCCU.
Paul is survived by his seven children and their families, Deb (Carl) Ruedebusch, Jeff (Rita), Doug (Cindy), Greg (Beth), Ann (Mike) Lane, Paula Baumann and Nancy (Ed) Hixon; nine grandchildren and six great-grandchildren, Joe (Mauranda) Horstmeier and their daughter and sons, Mia, Atticus and Gideon; Nic (Cami) Horstmeier and their daughter, Ruby; Jake (Kate) Horstmeier and their son, Rowan; Alexia (Jacob) Birenbaum and their daughter, Lily; Gabby (Sam Cares) Horstmeier, Will Horstmeier, Theron (Rea Solomon) Baumann, Tenley Baumann and Rachel Hixon. Paul is further survived by his wife, Mary Yager of Lancaster, Wis., and extended family in Grant County; several sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law; and nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Mary Ann; and his brothers, Robert and Laurence.
A celebration of Paul's life will be held at a future date. Paul's family wishes to thank SSM Health at Home and SSM Health at Home Hospice caregivers and Dr. Karen Lentfer for all of their wonderful care and support given to Paul. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
5203 Monona Drive
(608) 221-5420
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George Hesselberg
December 23, 2020
I knew Paul when he was with the Dane County Traffic Department, through his years with the Dane County Sheriff's Office. His presence was impossible to miss, and his heart and voice were both outsized. He was a good soul with a sense of humor. I appreciated those qualities and was grateful for his friendship. Rest in peace.
Sue Grendahl
December 16, 2020
Paula & Family-Condolences to you and your family. May you find comfort in family & friends at this difficult time
Sally Benish
December 14, 2020
My deepest sympathy to family and friends. So sorry to hear of Paul's passing. A grand fella, friend and teacher with a kind heart and whose mere presence was always appreciated. God Bless.
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Thomas Schmit
December 14, 2020
Very sorry for your loss. Paul was a fantastic person. He taught me much over the years in my law enforcement career. He was a mentor for countless officers. Good Bless him. My condolences!
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