Paul K. Schaetz

With heavy and broken hearts we announce the passing of Paul K Schaetz, 60 of Oshkosh. Devoted father, cherished son, brother & uncle passed away suddenly on Saturday, August 17, 2024, while walking through the woods near one of his most favorite places: his hunting cabin in Pray, WI. Paul lived to hunt and truly enjoyed getting his children involved in the sport. He took many fishing trips into Canada with his father and son. And had many trophies on the wall to show off his efforts and luck!

Paul owned and operated PKS Builders and was a very talented carpenter. He took great pride in his work and it showed in everything he built. He inherited this trait from his paternal grandfather, John Schaetz, whom he took after in many ways! The building community in Oshkosh & the surrounding area will miss his meticulous work. 

Paul was a member at Martin Luther Church, where his children attended school. He volunteered a lot of his time & talents to the church over the years.

He leaves behind his three children: son, Zachary, daughters, Macey and Emma Schaetz. His loving family: father, Ralph, brothers, John (Sandy), and Jeff (Krystal), sisters, Debbi (Thomas) Luedeke, Shelly (Eric) Allness. The mother of his children, Lori (Gehrke) Schaetz. Numerous nieces and nephews, grand nieces and nephews, cousins, relatives and great friends.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Deanna Schaetz, maternal & paternal grandparents Harry and Dorothy Ruh, John and Agnes Schaetz.

Paul’s funeral will be held Friday, August 23, 2024 at Martin Luther Church 1526 Algoma Blvd in Oshkosh. Visitation will be held from 9-11 AM with the service to follow at 11 AM. Paul will be laid to rest in Sacred Heart Cemetery.