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Paul Wink Obituary
Appleton - Paul David Wink, Appleton, age 69, passed away on Sunday, June 3rd, 2018, after a long and courageous battle with cancer. He was born in Appleton on February 19, 1949, the son of the late Willmer and Avis (Collins) Wink. Paul graduated from Appleton (West) High School and went on to earn a Bachelor's Degree from UW-Green Bay. During his career, Paul worked for the City of Appleton Planning Department and East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission.
He retired from Goodwill Industries as the Personnel Director. He had a love of the outdoors and was an avid fisherman. He also loved to spend time at the cottage, "up north", hiking in the woods. Paul was a very caring and loving father and grandfather. He was a good friend who impacted the lives of many. Paul will be remembered for his passion for the outdoors and his selfless nature. He will also be especially remembered by his granddaughters as "Bubba". Special thanks to the wonderful staff at Brewster Village for taking such good care of Paul; especially Dean, Rosalie, and Barb.
Paul is survived by his daughter: Dana (Benjamin) Kons; his grandchildren: Leah and Lexi Kons; his former wife, Mary Wink; his brother: Robert (Jan) Wink; sisters: Carol (Marty) Schultz, and Barbara (Warren) Lutz and many nieces and nephews.
A celebration of his life will be held with a visitation from 3:30 - 5:30 pm and a funeral service to follow on Thursday, June 7th, 2018, at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 724 E. South River St., Appleton, WI 54915. Memorial donations may be made to First Congregational United Church of Christ.
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1140 Appleton Rd. Menasha 720-0314
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Vince
June 8, 2018
Sad to hear this. Had some great times and a whole lot of laughs with Paul.
June 5, 2018
going to miss you big time
Your friend, John L.
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