Paul Leo Zemple, age 78, of Manawa, Wisconsin, went to his heavenly home on Monday, October 12, 2026. He passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. He was born on September 7, 1948, son of the late Malvern and Katherine (Schroeder) Zemple.

Paul graduated from Little Wolf High School and was a life-long member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. On October 29, 1966, Paul married Barbara A. Beyer. The Lord blessed them with almost 60 years together. Paul enjoyed gardening, farming, fishing, hunting, and especially spending time with his grandchildren.

He will be deeply missed by his wife, Barbara; his children: Lora Zemple (Ty Guilette), Rick (Marlene) Zemple; grandchildren: Brady and Alyssa Zemple, and Brittany (Austin) Adams. He is also survived by sister, Judy (Dennis) Frederick, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Mary Fradrich, and brother-in-law, Gary Fradrich.

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 9:30 AM to 11:15 AM at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Manawa, WI. A Memorial Service will follow with Pastor Reichle officiating at 11:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Paul Lutheran Church.

Special thanks to the staff at Compassus Hospice.

Missing Paul is sadness wrapped in the blessing of having known him.