"A life of service, honor, and adventure"
Paul Gene Risinger, 85, of Shelbyville, passed away peacefully in his sleep in the early hours of Monday, December 25, 2023. Born on April 1, 1938, in a log house in Milam, Texas, to Oscar Paul Parrish and Gertrude Reynolds, Paul lived a life marked by dedication to his country, his work, and his beloved family.
Born in Milam, graduated from Little Cypress-Mauriceville High School
Served 1956-1959, 1st Marine Division, expert rifleman & sharpshooter
Married to his beloved wife Sandy
After briefly working in Houston, Paul answered the call to serve his country, joining the United States Marine Corps from 1956 to 1959 at Camp Pendleton in California.
"Once a Marine, always a Marine. The few, the proud."
Joined DuPont in Orange as a Chemical Analyst
Dedicated 30 years of service until retirement in 1991. Also served as volunteer deputy constable and in the sheriff's department for Orange County.
Moved to Shelby County with wife Sandy. Served on the DuPont Employee Recreation Association committee.
Retirement & New Beginnings
Shrimp Boat Operators
Operated a shrimp boat out of Kemah, Galveston, and Sabine Pass with Sandy. Also owned and operated the Dairy Cream in Shelbyville for six years.
Enjoyed traveling, hunting, fishing, and spending time with family. Volunteer fireman in Shelbyville.
Hunting, Fishing & Family
Paul enjoyed reading (especially Louis L'Amour), watching westerns and the news, and was an avid outdoorsman.
Especially enjoyed the works of Louis L'Amour and western stories
Loved staying informed and watching classic western movies
Lifelong outdoorsman and conservationist
Enjoyed researching and talking about genealogy
Served as volunteer fireman in Shelbyville
Volunteer deputy constable and sheriff's department assistant
Cherished husband, father, grandfather, and friend
Wife of 36 years:
Sandy Risinger
Sons:
Daughters:
Numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great grandchildren
Best Friends:
Best Friends:
Active Pallbearers
Brian Kyle, Bobby Kyle, Kris Risinger, Stephen Green, Andrew Broussard, and David Broussard
Honorary Pallbearers
Joshua Green and Korbin Layne Risinger
Heritage Oak Funeral Home
Huntsville, Texas
Friday, December 29, 2023 at 2:00 PM
Friday, December 29, 2023 at 1:00 PM
Mayes Addition of Oakwood Cemetery
Following the funeral service
"Gone but never forgotten"
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the VFW Auxiliary 8904 or your favorite charity in Paul's name.
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