Paul Wass, age 95, of Indiana died peacefully on Sunday, December 13, 2020 at The Fountains of Indiana.
He was born in Iselin, Pennsylvania on July 7, 1925. A son of immigrants, Paul was one of nine children, and a graduate of Elders Ridge Vocational High School. His early work life began as a farm hand at the Indiana County Home, a tire builder at McCreary’s Tire & Rubber Company and a Manager of the Oakland Cemetery. His career then became dedicated to public service, holding several Indiana county offices including County Auditor, County Treasurer and County Commissioner. He was most proud to serve the constituents of the 62nd Legislative District as their State Representatives in Harrisburg for 14 years.
After years of public service, Paul and his late wife Ilean, were the owners and operators of J & J Funnel Cakes, a food stand favorite at the Indiana County Fair and other area festivals and fairs.
Paul genuinely loved people and believed that public service and helping others was his life’s purpose. He was actively involved in numerous local charities and groups. He was a member of Hope Lutheran Church in Homer City.
He is survived by his brother, Stanley Wass of Clarksburg, his daughter, Vicky Wass of New Hope, Pennsylvania, two grandchildren and their spouses J and Stephanie Steinhauer of Bordentown, NJ , Jillian and Eric Springer and two great grandchildren, Landon and Emerson Springer of Southaven, Mississippi.
Paul will be laid to rest in a private funeral ceremony in Oakland Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hope Lutheran Church, Homer City.
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