Paul Reimann, age 82, was born in Soda Springs, Idaho on March 2, 1928 to his parents, August and Emma Reimann. He was the youngest of seven children. Paul passed away in the house he built in St. Maries, ID surrounded by his family on April 15, 2010. He was preceded in death by his Parents, Son, Ronnie, Brothers, Herman, Henry, Harold, Ivan, and Sisters, Irene and Opal. He is survived by; Son and Daughter in Law, Mark and Marzetta Reimann in St. Maries, Daughter, Sherri Barker in Scio, OR., twin Granddaughters, Breeia and Krista Charles and Jonna Wilson-Reimann. As Well as numerous nieces and nephews. Paul found and fell in love with his farm along the St. Joe River in 1976. Paul was an advocate for the farmers and local businesses. He worked as a farmer, rancher, equipment operator, logger, saw miller, mint distiller, pilot, truck driver, and equipment reseller. Paul was a "Jack of all Trades." He had a love for and collected old cars. He enjoyed many great years of camaraderie with the crews of Washington Water Power. He was a very colorful character. Paul was blessed to have many great neighbors who cared and watched out for him through out his years on the St. Joe. Paul was very blessed to have excellent caregivers through out the final years of his life. A memorial service will be held on Saturday May 8, 2010 at 2:00PM at Hodge Funeral Home in St. Maries, ID with Pastor A.J. Anderson officiating. The family would suggest memorial contributions be made to Hospice of North Idaho 9493 N. Government Way, Hayden, ID 83835 and Hospice of Benewah County 702 College Ave., St. Maries, ID. Sign guest book at www.hodgefuneralhome.com.
