Paul Prosser, 81, of Springfield, passed away peacefully at home on June 26, surrounded by his loving family.

Paul was born on January 25, 1936 to Paul and Jennie Prosser in Springfield. MO. He married his wife of 51 year, Rose, on April 25, 1966. They were blessed to share four children together, Lanette, Mark, Christopher and Holli.

Paul loved to fish, scuba dive, ski, play cards and was a master carpenter. He also loved to cook especially smoking meats and barbequing; but above all these hobbies was his family. He loved his family more than words could describe.

He was preceded in death by his parents. Paul is survived by his loving wife Rose, children Lanette and husband Cisco, Mark and wife Shuree, Christopher and wife Misty and Holli and husband Randy; 7 grandchildren, numerous great grand children and countless friends. He will be greatly missed by all whose lives have been touched by him.

Visitation will be held Wednesday June 28th from 6-8pm at Eastlawn Funeral Home 2244 E. Pythian Springfield. Funeral Services will be Thursday June 29th at 11am in Eastlawn Funeral Home with burial to follow at Eastlawn Cemetery.