Paul Eugene Wiard, age 90, formerly of Claypool, passed away Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, at 11:37 p.m. in Madison, Ind.
He was born on Oct. 28, 1930, in Warsaw, to Norman and Ruth Moore Wiard.
He was a lifetime Kosciusko County resident. On June 17, 1965, in Warsaw, he was united in marriage to Ruth E. Wiley. He was a self-employed drywall contractor for many years. He was a former member of the Pleasant Grove United Methodist Church. In addition, he was a mission worker for the United Methodist Church.
He is survived by sons: Bruce Wiard, of Macy; David A. (spouse Linda) Wiley, of Warsaw; Rex D. (spouse Lorraine) Wiley, of Arcadia; daughters: Janet E. (spouse Phil) Schoonover, of Wheaton, Ill.; Joyce K. (spouse Richard) Harding, of Mentone; Karen R. (spouse Scott) Schuster, of Fishers; Teresa J. (spouse Dathan) Reed, of Claypool; several grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Norman and Charles; and a sister, Norma.
Due to COVID restrictions, there was no visitation. Private graveside services were held at Palestine Cemetery on Wednesday, Dec. 2 at 11 a.m. Chaplain Bob Jarboe officiated the service.
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