Paul Ray Whitley, 59, of Redfield, SD, passed away on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. He was known as a giving person, and even in death, his giving continues, as his donation of tissues will touch the lives of as many as 50 people.

His services will be held on Saturday, August 8, at Hyke Funeral Home in Redfield. Visitation, with family present, will be from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. His funeral service will begin at 2:00 PM, with Reverend Keith C. Kraft officiating. Military honors will follow the service outside of the funeral home chapel.  A gathering of family and friends will then take place at Chrystal’s in Redfield.

The funeral will be live-streamed through a link on the funeral home’s website, below Paul’s obituary in the funeral service panel. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hyke Funeral Home (www.hykefuneralhome.com).