Paul William Huskamp

After graduating from high school Paul went on to college, earning his associates degree at Golden Valley Lutheran College. He subsequently earned a vocational degree and worked as a marine mechanic. Later in life, he went back to school where he received his bachelor’s degree in education, which became his primary occupation.

Paul married the love of his life Marilyn Peterson on Aug. 9, 1980.

Paul loved to teach, coach, and serve others. He was the living example of a Philippians 2 servant leader. He was a faithful husband, father, friend, and grandfather who always pointed everyone in his life to Christ. He loved to run- around Grantsburg, marathons, or with his student athletes. One of the highlights of his life was coaching Cross Country. Paul led many teams to the Wisconsin State meet. He was voted District 1 Coach of the Year with his Cross-Country team in 2011 and this achievement was reflective of his approach to challenge each team member to strive for excellence. 

In recent years, he loved the sunshine of Florida in the winter, hiking, and bike rides with his family. In addition to teaching fifth grade for 20+ years, his hard-working spirit led him to start Wood Lake Lawn Service, a business he enjoyed managing for decades. Paul served faithfully in his church as an Elder, Deacon, Sunday School teacher and Church Chairman. The joy of our Lord was his strength. Paul’s love, laughter and sweet smile will always be with us. We will always love and miss him. 

Paul is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Laura; mother-in-law, Carol Peterson; father-in-law, Carl Peterson; and brother-in-law, David Peterson.

He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years, Marilyn; daughter, Beth (David) Thompson; son, Nathan Huskamp, three grandchildren, Malachi, Savannah, and Soren Thompson; sister, Patricia Jameson; brothers, Randall Huskamp, John (Denise) Huskamp, David (Karen) Huskamp, and Steven (Debra) Dutton; along with many nieces, nephews, and friends.

A funeral service took place on Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022, at 2 p.m. (visitation from 12-2 p.m.) at the Calvary Covenant Church in Alpha with Pastor Scott Sagle officiating. Interment followed at Anscarius Cemetery in Wood River Township with pallbearers Randall Huskamp, John Huskamp, John Moore, Pat Snyder, Mike Anenson and John Bruihler. Honorary pallbearers were David Huskamp and Jerry Halverson.

Arrangements were entrusted to Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home. Online condolences can be made at www.swedberg-taylor.com.