David Paulson

1947 - 2019

David Paulson obituary, 1947-2019, Indian Trail, NC

David Paulson

1947 - 2019

BORN

1947

DIED

2019

David Paulson Obituary

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David A. Paulson passed away on January 10, 2019. He was born July 29, 1947. David had a successful Psychiatry practice for many years, and was a compassionate caregiver who changed the lives of countless patients. He enjoyed spending his free time with his wife, children, grandchildren, and dogs. David was an avid reader, ice-cream aficionado, and loved watching golf and tennis. He was treasured for his words and breadth of encyclopedia-like knowledge. He was passionate in sharing his knowledge with his family. A simple roller coaster ride with David was a lesson in centripetal force. He will be dearly missed for his dry wit and humanity. Preceded in death by father, Marvel; brother, Mark; and son, David Andrew. Survived by his mother, Bernice; sister, Kathy (Jerry) Burns; wife, Sandra Schoonover Paulson; ex-wife, Katherine Kivett; children, Ingrid (Alex) Paulson, Erik, Julia, Chris; grandchildren, Ryland and Whittaker Pugh; nieces and nephews. Funeral service January 15, 2019, 10:30 a.m. , Heritage Chapel 3700 Forest Lawn Drive, Matthews, NC 28104. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to The Michael J. Fox Foundation.

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January 8, 2025

peter A Zelles posted to the memorial.

January 8, 2024

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March 22, 2023

Cherie Hobson posted to the memorial.

peter A Zelles

January 8, 2025

The memory of great men never dims; David is (and always will be) on of them.

peter A Zelles

January 8, 2024

My love to Sandra, Julia and Christopher on this anniversary.

Cherie Hobson

March 22, 2023

I´m so sorry to learn of Dr. Paulson´s passing. He was my psychiatrist many years ago. I´d never met a more compassionate and insightful doctor. He listened and helped me to crawl out of a dark place. And for that, I´m eternally grateful. May he rest in peace

Peter Zelles

January 9, 2022

It's hard to believe it is two years since losing David. I was just remember a fun time with David, Sandra, Julia and Christopher; such memories are eternal. Our love to you all.

peter zelles

January 8, 2020

A year on, and my love still goes to dear David, Sandra, and family.

Grant Berg

February 11, 2019

He was one of my favorite colleagues and will be long remembered.

Jane Michaels

January 21, 2019

Dr. Paulson was simply the best doctor. Smart, intuitive, kind. I was very fortunate to know him. I'll always miss him.

Rest in peace.
With gratitude and condolences,

Andy and Chloe Thompson

January 19, 2019

We are the parents of Jessica Thompson who is a friend of Julia and we also live in the Charlotte area. We wish to express our sympathy to all your family and pray for all to know God's comfort and peace.

Robin Gilroy

January 17, 2019

I just this AM learned of the death of Dr. David Paulson and I am heartbroken. I have missed him so much since his retirement. He helped me deal with the loss of my husband 12 years ago and the problems I had with an adopted daughter. His sense of humor and mine seemed to mesh and I really thought of him more as a friend than a therapist but he truly was both.

George Wimmer

January 16, 2019

I have never had the opportunity to know a finer doctor or man than Dr. Paulson. He was always so kind, patient, compassionate and willing to explore the unknown to help me. I have missed him so much since his retirement and I envy the amazing memories that his family and friends are left with. I shall value my thoughts of Dr. Paulson always.

george r. wimmer

Peter Zelles

January 15, 2019

In Greek we say, "Eonia I Mnimi" - Eternal Be His Memory. I know it will be for us; a special, trusted, fun friend with whom we shared countless wonderful times. Not only hilarious and kind, he was perhaps the smartest man we ever knew. The patients he helped here still speak of him - his good works are far-reaching. Our love to Sandra and children.

Mae Scott

January 15, 2019

Sandra, Julia and Chris,
We are so sorry for your loss.
We will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Mae, Gary,
Gary Jr, Sam, Lauren and James

Lori Carter

January 15, 2019

Dear Sandra, I am so very sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the fond memories you shared in the days to come and may Dave Rest In Peace. Much love, Lori

Karen and Jim Mitchell

January 15, 2019

We are so sorry to hear of Dave's death. We have wonderful memories of our friendship with him during residency training days at the UofMN and private practice at MMC.
Our sympathies and best wishes to his family.

Parker & Kathie

January 15, 2019

Sorry to hear of your loss. You and your are in our thoughts during this difficult time.

Laura Lawson

January 14, 2019

Sandra, I am so sorry to hear of David's death. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Ms. Sowell

January 14, 2019

To the family and friends of Mr. Paulson . Sending prayers and words of comfort. Please accept my sincere condolences.

Les Stewart

January 14, 2019

My condolences to the Paulson family, I was a patient of Dr Paulson for over ten years. He helped me with my depression problems and to adjust to not being able to work because of my pitiful back. He was a very intelligent man and kept surprising me with things he knew. We became more friends than doctor/patient and I have missed our monthly "bull" sessions since he retired. His family should be very proud of him and I am positive that he was proud of them.

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