Paul R. Tieskoetter
Saturday, December 13, 1958
Date of Death:
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Age:
65 years old
Visitation
Date: Tuesday November 26, 2024
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Wednesday November 27, 2024
Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church [ view map ]
Memorial Mass
Date: Wednesday November 27, 2024
Time: 11:00 am
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Calvary Cemetery [ view map ]
Saturday, December 13, 1958
Date of Death:
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Age:
65 years old
Saturday, December 13, 1958
Date of Death:
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
Age:
65 years old
Paul R. Tieskoetter
On November 20, 2024, heaven gained a kind, loving, generous man. Paul Richard Tieskoetter (65) passed away after a long and courageous fight against cancer.
He was born December 13, 1958 to Paul and Marie (Shindelar) Tieskoetter. He grew up on a farm in Ossian, Iowa with his parents and 8 siblings. Paul attended St. Francis DeSales grade school, South Winneshiek High School and graduated college from University of North Iowa (UNI) with a degree in Accounting. Paul was always a numbers guy.
In June 1983, he married his love Barb (Grobe). He was extremely proud of and grateful for their children Michael and Alicia and son-in-law Ryan. And he had a special place in his heart for his three granddaughters Margot, Lena and Remi who called him Papa.
Paul spent his entire accomplished career in finance/banking. He had an admired work ethic at work and home. His commitment to giving back through community service was exemplary. Paul’s faith was important to him. He was a devote Catholic and active member of St. Francis Church.
He liked to golf, fish, woodwork, play cards, spend time with friends and all things Iowa Hawkeyes. But his love was spending time with his family. He enjoyed so many great times and created so many memories with family and friends at the cabin. It truly was his happy place.
His honesty, kindness, generosity, strength and courage will be forever remembered for all who knew him.
Survivors include his wife Barb, his children Michael and Alicia (Ryan) Frank, and grand daughters Margot, Lena and Remi Frank. He is also survived by siblings LouAnn (Tony) Langreck, Gerry (Jeanne), Jim (Sally), Luke (Judy), Leon (Sandi), Mark (Marlene), Jane (Ron) Schmitt. And in-laws Barb Tieskoetter, Jan (Doran) Grobe, Pat Humphrey, Mary (Chuck) Sender, Jim (Julie) Grobe, Joe (Kim) Grobe, Michelle (Jeff) Weisz, Deana Grobe, Lori (Matt) Waller, Suanne (James) Ranheim and Joanne Grobe. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Francis (infant) and Dale and sister-in-law Lois.
The Memorial Mass for Paul will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 at 11:00AM at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church. Visitation will be held on Tuesday evening, November 26, 2024 from 4:00PM until 7:00PM in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home along with one hour prior to the Mass on Wednesday, at the church.
Memorials are suggested to St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, Ronald McDonald House and United Way.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com
Condolences
The family of Paul R. Tieskoetter has received the following condolences.
Barb & family, heartfelt sympathies on loss of Paul. What a wonderfully kind & generous man. We just saw this notice & are so sorry to miss services.
You & your family remain in our thoughts & prayers . May your memories bring you comfort . God’s blessings 🙏🥰
Barb and family, Paul was a great guy, as you know. He was an Ossian boy which is something we shared. We attended De Sales Grade School together, as well as South Winneshiek HS, and also attended UNI at the same time. Paul was a serious person with a great sense of humor. He was hard working, respectful, a great student, and most of all, ...kind. We lost track after UNI, but I know he continued to be a stand up person, family man, and exceptionally brave. Paul's grit was demonstrated by him playing offensive line weighing 160 ibs soaking wet or losing many lbs to make weight in wrestling. Please accept my deepest sympathy. Rest in peace Paul.
Dave "Burl" Schmitt
Alicia.
and THE ENTIRE FAMILY.
SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR FAMILY LOSS.
OUR SINCERE PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES TO YOU ALL.
PATTY & Tom NIEDERMYER. RURAL MAGNOLIA IOWA
BRUCE NIEDERMYER S PARENTS.
PATTY & TOM NIEDERMYER
So Sorry for your loss of a Loved One!
Eternal Rest Granted onto Paul’s Soul and all the Souls of the Faithfully Departed,Rest in Peace
So sorry to hear this. I was acquainted with Paul through tax volunteering at Salvation Army. A true helper who will be missed.
Gordon
To Barb and all of your family,
I was so very sorry to hear of Paul's passing. May he rest in the peace of Christ. May the angels surround him as he enters into the everlasting joys of heaven.
Sending prayers for him and you.
Linda (the older neighbor)
Paul will be missed by many.. I met him through SE MN VITA / AARP volunteer work. He was a wonderful volunteer and excellent resource. A gentle person. Very sorry for the loss to your family.
Paul was among the best people I have ever known. He personified kindness, patience and good humor. I learned so much just watching him in action and will always think of him fondly for his contributions to Rochester Catholic Schools. May God grant him peace.
Dear Barb and family,
Bill and I are so very sorry to hear of Paul's passing.
It was such a privilege to be a bridesmaid in your wedding, I knew then you had found a "special" guy. Over the years we moved states apart, but we always kept in touch. The one unique think everyone can "glean" from you and your family is your sense of Faith, Family and Fun!
I'm so thankful you are surrounded by so much love at this extremely difficult time.
Paul's legacy will live on, through stories, his handwork and your precious memories.
May God hold you all close and comfort you.
Love you, Stephanie Kruger
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I knew Paul from our mutual volunteering at Volunteers in Tax Assistance. He was generous, kind and thoughtful. We will miss him. God Bless
Our sympathies are with all of you. Paul’s passing was way too soon but I think he lived everything to its fullest. Paul was a good listener and active participant in so many projects.
We are deeply saddened with your loss Barb and family. Paul was definitely one of a kind. His faith and courage was always admired by many. I will miss his hug. Our community and our St Francis family have lost a wonderful man
My sympathy to you Barb and your family. Paul was a sweetheart. He had the best smile. I really enjoyed working with him at McGladrey. So sorry life was taken at such an early age. Heaven gained a special person
God Bless,
Lil Bartholomeew