Paul Jay Lemkelde September 6, 1957 – May 15, 2025

Paul was a lifelong resident of Dover, PA, being born at home in 1957.  He worked at BMY/BAE for more than 35 years as a welder on military vehicles.  The demanding work eventually caused him to be on disability.

Paul was an ardent fisherman, traveling all over central PA for the best trout streams.  He was proud of the many large fish that he had mounted and displayed.  He loved visiting Flea Markets.  He would buy and sell various collectibles and always appreciated the craftmanship of the objects he handled.

Paul passed away on May 15, 2025.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Mary Lemkelde.  He is survived by four brothers: Russell Lemkelde (Kathy) of Enola, PA; John Lemkelde (Gail); Ken and Bob Lemkelde of Dover, PA.  He is also survived by his sister Mary Donna (George) Pelipesky of Bellefonte, PA and many nieces and nephews.

Services for Paul will be private.  Burial will take place in Suburban Memorial Gardens in Dover.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Emig Funeral Home & Cremation Center, Inc., Dover.

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