S. Paul Schmuck Obituary
S. Paul Schmuck, 82, of Elizabethtown passed away on Monday, September 29, 2025. Born in Lancaster, he was the son of the late Sidney G. and Ethel Mae (Buch) Schmuck. He was the loving husband of 58 years to Frances E. (Cooper) Schmuck.
Paul graduated from J.P. McCaskey High School in 1960, and Franklin & Marshall College in 1964. He had a 30-year career in accounting with CNH Industrial, New Holland. In retirement he worked part time for Jonestown Bank, Lebanon County. In addition, he was a 50-year member of Lodge 43 Free and Accepted Masons. He served in the PA Army National Guard from 1965-1972. Paul enjoyed all sports, especially the Philadelphia Phillies, Philadelphia Eagles, and Philadelphia Flyers. Most especially, he loved his Hershey Bears! He read the Wall Street Journal daily, and loved spending time in Bethany Beach, DE.
In addition to his wife, Paul is survived by his two daughters, Barbara Baldo (Thomas) and Elizabeth Sell (Jon); five grandchildren, Andrew Paul Baldo, Grace Elizabeth Baldo, Leah Marie Baldo, Emma Frances Sell, and Olivia Faith Sell; a sister, Kathy Weaver (James); a nephew, Justin Weaver (Heather); and two great-nephews, Brigham Gray Weaver, and Ellis James Weaver.
Services and interment will be private at the convenience of the family.
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130 North Market Street, Elizabethtown, PA 17022
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