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Melvin Paulun Obituary
PAULUN, MELVIN O. Dexter, MI, longtime resident of Manchester, MI
Age 82, passed away Monday, March 17, 2014 surrounded by his family. He was born January 22, 1932 in Beloit, Wisconsin, the son of Karl and Hattie (Gollee) Paulun. On November 12, 1954, he married Lillian Harrison in Garden City, and she preceded him in death on October 21, 2001. Mel was Fire Chief of Canton Township from 1963 until he retired in 1993. His fire career started in 1954 as a volunteer. Mel enjoyed hunting with his son, son-in-law, and nephew. He also enjoyed being with and watching all of the different sporting and special events his grandchildren were involved in. He was a member of the Chelsea Free Methodist Church and loved his Lord. Mel is survived by his loving children, Connie (Anthony) Azzopardi of Taylor, Sandra Sherman of Roseville, Paul Paulun of Cadillac, Rick (Dorothey) Paulun of Dexter, Karen (Rob) Cripe of Florida, Jennifer (Gary) Krause of Waterford; seven grandsons, three granddaughters, and a great-grandson. A funeral service will be held Friday, March 21, 11:00 am at Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea, with burial following at Oak Grove East Cemetery, Chelsea. The family will receive friends Wednesday 7-9 pm and Thursday 1-5 and 7-9 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Arbor Hospice or Chelsea Free Methodist Church.
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Julie Desbrough
March 21, 2014
So sorry to hear about Mel's passing! He was an amazing man and we enjoyed getting to know him while looking at and purchasing his place on Sharon Valley. You are all in our thoughts and prayers!!!
March 19, 2014
Rick,
We are sorry to hear about your Dad. He was dedicated to Canton Township!
Joel and Cindy Clark
Plymouth
Randy and Cindy Bastion
March 19, 2014
Karen and Rob, though I didn't personally know your Dad I do remember while growing up in Canton my Dad always said what a humble, caring and honest man your Dad was.The name Paulun equated to everything that was good about growing up back when Canton was still country. He has left a memorable legacy not only in the township but with his family as well. You are fortunate he left you with such full hearts and good memories and we pray you find some comfort in that.
March 19, 2014
Prayers to you and your family as this difficult time. I was one of Mel's nurses, and he was such a wonderful person to take care of. The staff loved singing with him. It put a smile on all of our faces.
March 19, 2014
Please accept my condolences. May your family find comfort and hope in drawing close to God at this most difficult time in your lives.
[James 4:8]
Larry and Sandy Groth
March 19, 2014
I see that smiling face and it brings back so many memories for me and for Larry. Your dad was an awesome man who was true to himself and true to his community, He cared about people, he cared about his family and he had a wonderful sense of humor. He was a hero. Some of Larry's best "Chief" memories go back to his days while your dad was still Chief. He will always be in our hearts. Our lives are better because we knew him and the world is better because he was here!
Barbara Kemner Haas
March 19, 2014
Melvin was a wonderful Sharon Valley Road neighbor to our mother. His kindess, generosity and ready wit made him a welcome caller whenever he stopped by. We have all lost a truly fine gentle-man.
Sue Grady
March 18, 2014
My late husband, Bill Grady, always had the utmost respect for Mel. He was Bill's first "boss" at the Canton fire department. I send my sincere sympathy to his family at this very sad time.
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