Kurt Allen Wissman

July 8, 1947 ~ July 10, 2025 (age 78)

Kurt Allen Wissman passed away at his home on July 10, 2025, at the age of 78 in South Bend, IN.  Kurt was born in Warren, PA. on July 8, 1947, to Leonard and Grace Helene (Carlson) Wissman.  After living in Florida as a toddler the young family, who now included Kurt’s brother John Wissman (of Truckee CA) moved to South Bend’s south side.

Kurt’s college education at Indiana State University created a path for almost a 40-year career with both Weyerhaeuser Paper & Wausau Paper companies.  As a regional sales manager for both companies, Kurt’s wife Vickie (Arch) Wissman whom he married in 1969, son Joseph Wissman (deceased in 2006) and daughter Kelly Wissman now of Jacksonville FL, made several promotional moves to Texas, Georgia, and Florida.  After Successfully retiring in 2008 he and Vickie came back to South Bend area and transitioned to parttime “work” and fulltime passion of golf at Erskine Golf Course where he started playing 65 years ago.

His story would not be complete without proudly acknowledging his love of his granddaughter Tori (Catalfo) Reid, who now resides in a suburb of Atlanta GA with her husband Alex Reid and their current four children: Myla, Alex, Frankie Joe and Antonio with twins soon to be born.

Beyond the confines of work and family Kurt enjoyed mentoring all aspects of his golfing passion, his love of Notre Dame, and his dedication and enjoyment of Roxie and all his family’s pets.

Palmer Funeral Home – River Park Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements.  Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.palmerfuneralhomes.com.

“Kurt’s Final Tee Time” will be announced at a later date for family and friends.

07/14/2025 DEC

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