Paul Robert Kimmet, 95, of New Riegel, passed away on Thursday evening, June 5, 2014 at his home.


He was born on January 15, 1919, in New Riegel, Ohio, to James H. and Agatha (Wagner) Kimmet. On April 15, 1950, he married Bernice "Bunny" Mesnard and she preceded him in death in July 27, 1985.


Survivors include his two daughters, Teresa "Terri" (David) Kauffman of New Riegel, OH and Linda (Dick) Elchert of Kansas, OH; a son, Phil Gitcheff of Tiffin; sister, Luella E. Wright of Tiffin; several grandchildren and great grandchildren.


Also preceding him in death were his parents; brother, Alvin Kimmet; sister, Anna Marie Cole.


Paul was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church and served in the U.S. Army Tank Corps. from 1941-1943 during WWII. His dedication to his country continued as he honored those who served by his membership in the Seneca County United Veterans Council for many years. He belonged to Am Vets Post 48, VFW Post 2858 and the American Legion Post 169 all of Tiffin. One of his proudest moments was being chosen as the Seneca County Veteran of the Year in 2009. Paul was a painter for the Howard Young Company and later retired from maintenance at the Tiffin State Hospital.


His Mass of Christian Burial will be at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, June 11, 2014 at St. Mary Catholic Church, 85 S. Sandusky St., Tiffin, Ohio, with Rev. Gary Walters officiating. A Rosary will be prayed 20 minutes prior to the service. Burial will follow in St. Mary Catholic Cemetery with Military Honors conducted by the Seneca County United Veterans Council.


Friends may visit with the family from 4-8 PM on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at Hoffmann-Gottfried-Mack Funeral Home & Crematory, 236 S. Washington St., Tiffin, Ohio 44883, (419) 447-2424. A Christian Wake Service will begin at 3:30 PM.


In Lieu of Flowers, memorial contributions may be made to FACT or to Bridge Hospice.


Condolences may be sent and the guestbook signed at www.hgmackfuneralhome.com.