Paul Bruce Kaimann

Paul B. Kaimann, 88, of Collinsville, IL, passed away Sunday, January 11, 2026.

He was born February 6, 1937, to Herman and Opal (nee McKinney) Kaimann. He married his high school sweetheart, Maureen A. Murphy on October 19, 1957, in Collinsville, IL.

Paul served in the United States Air Force, in South Dakota, before moving his family back to Collinsville, Illinois.

He was a craftsman and bricklayer. Paul had a deep love for animals caring for many family pets, including dogs, cats, and wild animals. He enjoyed photography, cooking, music and flying his plane.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Maureen; his parents, Herman and Opal Kaimann; brother, Thomas Kaimann.

He leaves behind his children, Kurt Kaimann, Keith (Andrea) Kaimann, Kristy (Donald) Flemming, Bruce Kaimann; 5 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren.

A private celebration of life will be held at a later date by the family.

Kassly-Meridith Funeral Home, Collinsville, IL.