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Craig Paulsen
1955 - 2025
BORN
1955
DIED
2025
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Craig Paulsen Obituary
December 13, 1955 - September 28, 2025
Craig A Paulsen, 69, of Davenport passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at his home.
Cremation will be done with the family greeting friends 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, October 11, 2025, at The Runge Mortuary & Crematory. The celebrations of life will follow at 12:30 p.m. at the Meat Market Saloon, 1629 Washington Street Davenport, IA 52804. Memorials in his name may be made to the Iowa Donors Network. Please share condolences with the family at www.rungemortuary.com.
Craig was born December 13, 1955, in Davenport, IA, to Arthur John and Betty (Dempsey) Paulsen. He was united in marriage to Kimberlee Martin on July 8, 1981, in Mt. Vernon, IA. She preceded Craig in death on March 16, 2007.
Craig had worked in maintenance at North Park Mall for several years. He was a very down-to-earth person who loved to fish and socialize with his friends at the pub.
Survivors include his brothers, A. John Paulsen, Gary Paulsen, and Tim (Amy) Paulsen all of Davenport; sister, Nancy (Mike) Caufield, Davenport; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Craig was preceded in death by his parents, wife, and a brother, Randy Paulsen.
Runge Mortuary & Crematory
838 E. Kimberly Rd
Davenport, IA 52807
563-391-6202
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