Paul “Bill” Jessie, 87, of Reynolds, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on Wednesday, March 1, 2023 at his home.

He was born July 15, 1935 in Benton County to the late Paul R. and Ethel (Alkire) Jessie. Bill attended Wadena High School.

His marriage of 69 years was to Judy Gick on August 29, 1953 in Oxford and she survives.

Bill was a past member of the Reynolds Volunteer Fire Department. He was a skilled self-employed general contractor. Prior to working on his own, Bill was employed with the White County Highway Department and Town of Reynolds.

He loved motorcycles and was proud of his Indian Motorcycle that was restored with support from his brothers-in-law. He enjoyed camping, homemade ice cream, and in his younger years was a talented roller-skater. Bill never met a stranger and genuinely enjoyed conversation with friends and family. He will be greatly missed.

Surviving along with his wife are their 4 daughters, Jacqueline Lee of Monticello, June (husband: Phillip) Snowberger of Chalmers, Becky (husband: Steve) Baxter of Reynolds, and Christine (husband: Clarence) Schubach of Reynolds. Siblings, Pat (husband: Tom) Budreau, Dave (wife: Brenda) Jessie, and Rick (wife: Jackie) Jessie. Bill is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 6 great-great-grandchildren.

Preceding him in death along with his parents are siblings, Dick Jessie and Carol McMackin; grandson, Nathan Snowberger; great-grandson, Tyler Geiger; son-in-law, Dale Lee.

Friends may call from 4-8 PM (EST) Monday, March 6, 2023 at Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home of Brookston. Funeral Service 10 AM (EST) Tuesday, March 7, 2023 also at Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home of Brookston. Interment to follow in Brookston Cemetery.

In lieu of floral arrangements, memorial contributions may be made in Paul’s name to the National Kidney Foundation.

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