Paul W Pierce, 65, of Republic, Missouri, passed away around 8 pm on Wednesday May 30th, 2018 with his family by his side. Paul was born to Boyd and Betty Pierce (Carpenter) in December 29, 1952. Paul leaves behind a wife Susan Pierce (Trog), sister Paula Kline (Pierce), daughter Sarah Lawson (Pierce) and son-in-law Dustin Lawson, son Christopher Pierce, grandchildren Deanna, Antonio, Melissa, Travis, Michael, and Jacob, and great-grandchildren Aria and Maia. Paul served his country in the United States Air Force for 23 1/2 years and worked at Buckhorn for 23 years. Paul was a very loved family man who retired in December 2017 and had plans to travel with his wife Susan. Paul enjoyed spending time with his great granddaughters and being around family whenever possible. Paul was such an inspiration to everyone around him and pushed everyone to be their best and do their best. Paul will be dearly missed but will always be in our hearts.