Paul Fredrick Platzke Jr. Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Paul Fredrick Platzke Jr. of Skipwith, Virginia, who passed away on December 6, 2025 at the age of 85. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Paul Fredrick Platzke Jr. to pay them a last tribute.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may Paul find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Paul Frederick Platzke Sr. and Emma May Brady Platzke; and his son Paul F. Platzke III. He is survived by: his children, Tracy Ann Bass, Jacqueline Louise Malone, Jeffery Wilson Platzke and Crystal Lorraine Nehme. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 10th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Watkins Cooper Lyon Funeral Home (703 Virginia Ave, Clarksville, VA 23927). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, December 10th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Wednesday, December 10th 2025 at the Gathering Place Church (123 Rocky Mt Rd, Skipwith, VA 23968).
