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Paul E. Kinsley

March 16, 1943 - May 5, 2025
Visitation
Central United Methodist Church
639 North 25th Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233
414-344-1600 |
Saturday 5/17, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Service
Central United Methodist Church
639 North 25th Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233
414-344-1600 |
Saturday 5/17, 12:00 pm
Memorial

Memorials appreciated to Parkinson’s Association.

Paul E. Kinsley – Found peace on May 5, 2025, age 82.

Beloved husband of Narsie Peterson for 38 years. Step-father of Jacqueline L. Peterson. Preceded in death by his parents Floyd and Pauline Kinsley and his sister, Janet Call. Also loved by a host of nieces, nephews and friends from his tennis playing group, his Pike brothers and his fellow football fans and many other good friends.

Paul graduated from University of Wisconsin -Milwaukee and Wayne State University. The highest level of education he obtained was receiving his Masters Degree. He was a reading teacher, social activist and community organizer. He served in the Peace Corps for two years in Turkey. Paul loved cheese and beer, the Packers, even the Bears, penguins and dogs. Paul loved to play tennis and had a close group of friends he played with. He enjoyed the hobby of shoe cobbling in his garage.

Gathering at Central United Methodist Church, 639 North 25th Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Saturday, May 17, 2025 from 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Memorial Service at 12:00 PM.

Memorials appreciated to Parkinson’s Association.

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Visitation
Central United Methodist Church
639 North 25th Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233
414-344-1600 | Map
Saturday 5/17, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Service
Central United Methodist Church
639 North 25th Street
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53233
414-344-1600 | Map
Saturday 5/17, 12:00 pm
Memorial

Memorials appreciated to Parkinson’s Association.

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Paul E. Kinsley – Found peace on May 5, 2025, age 82. Beloved husband of Narsie Peterson for 38 years. Step-father of Jacqueline L. Peterson. Preceded in death by his parents Floyd and Pauline Kinsley and his sister, Janet Call. Also loved by a host of nieces, nephews and friends from his tennis playing group,Continue Reading

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Dominic Johann-Berkel left a message on May 8, 2025:
Paul was an amazing family friend, someone who could strike up a conversation with absolutely anyone, a true Packer fan, and the greatest cribbage player ever.
Tom Kaczmarek left a message on May 8, 2025:
Paul was a great friend on the tennis courts and at breakfast following one of our on-court competitions . He was always a friendly gentleman; he is missed by the group.
Jody Johnson left a message on May 7, 2025:
Narsie, Earl & I send you are deepest condolences. Paul was such a sweet friend and we loved him dearly. May the Good Lord keep his loving arms wrapped around you and comfort you during this diffcult time. You will be missed "Pop's". Rest Easy
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