Paul Hiser

Paul Hiser, age 80, a resident of Fort Recovery, passed away on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025, while on hospice at St. Rita’s Hospital in Lima, Ohio. 

Paul was born June 8, 1944, in Portland, Indiana, the son of Delma and Mary (Schroder) Hiser. He graduated from Madison Township School and worked for Fort Recovery Equity for most of his life. 

Paul was an avid runner and competed in 10 ultra-marathons. 

Paul married Elizabeth Taylor on Aug. 5, 1974, and she passed away on June 2, 2016. 

Survivors include:

His son — Paul M. Hiser

Stepchildren — Bill Garland, Ed Garland (wife: Johnna), Chuck Williams, Danny Garland, Linda Carr (husband: Tommy) and Tammy Schrul (Mark Noggler)

Two nephews — Brian Hiser (wife: Tammie) and Kyle Hiser (wife: Jennifer)

He was preceded in death by his faithful companion Abby.

Graveside services will be held on Monday at 3 p.m. at Salamonia Cemetery in Salamonia, Indiana. 

Arrangements entrusted to Williamson-Spencer and Penrod Funeral Home in Portland. 

Condolences may be expressed at williamsonspencer.com.