Paul James Kisting, 95, formerly of Dubuque, IA, passed away on August 28, 2026, in Scottsdale, AZ.

He was born on February 2, 1931, in Dubuque, IA, to William and Cleo (née Kalb) Kisting. Paul graduated from Loras Academy and was stationed with the Army in France, where he met his wife of 71 years, Danielle. Paul was employed in the printing industry and was a member of St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church.

He is survived by his wife, Danielle (née Bentz) Kisting; children: Patty (Kevin) Boyle, Pierre (Karin) Kisting, Linda (Chris) Nicholls, and Leslie (Owen) O’Neil; and eight wonderful grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son, Marc Kisting, his sister, Sr. Anne Kisting, OSF, and two brothers, Jack and Bill Kisting.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the “Bone Marrow Transplantation Fund” (memo: Marc Kisting Memorial), University of Iowa Center for Advancement, One West Park Road, PO Box 4550, Iowa City, IA 52244-4550.

Services will be announced at a later date. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Rd is assisting the family.