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