Paul Wisniewski

Paul Wisniewski obituary, Erie, PA

Paul Wisniewski

Paul Wisniewski Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Russell C. Schmidt & Son Funeral Home - Erie on Oct. 1, 2025.

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Paul Wisniewski
Paul Wisniewski, 65, of Erie, passed away Monday July 14, 2025. He was born in Erie on April 17, 1960 a son of the late Stanley and Letha Shick Wisniewski.
Paul had an amazing smile, a great personality, and a loving heart. He loved his coffee, sweets, and the Pittsburgh Steelers. He will be greatly missed.
In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by four brothers, Peter, Stanley "John", Donald, and Joseph Wisniewski; and one sister, Joan Wisniewski Hicks.
Survivors include his brothers, William Wisniewski, David Wisniewski (Bonnie), Robert Wisniewski (Chris), Brian Wisniewski (Karen), Michael Wisniewski, and Mark Wisniewski; his sister in law, Cindy Wisniewski; many nieces and nephews, including, Keri and Kelly. He is also survived by his Supportive Living Services family and staff who loved and cared for him for many years.
Paul's family would like to extend sincere thanks to Supportive Living Services and the Barber National Institute for their loving care, compassion, and friendship shown to Paul. They would also like to thank Paul's brother, Mark, for going above and beyond in his care.
Friends may call at the Russell C. Schmidt & Son Funeral Home Inc., 5000 Wattsburg Rd., on Wednesday July 16th from 11 a.m. until the time of services at 1 p.m. Burial will follow in Waterford Cemetery.
Memorial contributions can be made to Supportive Living Services, 3901 Pacific Ave., Erie, 16506 or the Barber National Institute, www.barberinstitute.org.
Please visit http://www.SchmidtFuneralHomeErie.com to leave a condolence on Paul's Tribute Page.
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