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John Paulauskis Obituary
Paulauskis, John Anthony Jr.
75, of Maryville, IL, died at 6:40 p.m. on Monday, November 23, 2020, at his residence.
John was born September 8, 1945, in Detroit, MI, the son of John A. Sr. and Helen Pipock Paulauskis. He married Sue Ellington on February 14, 1981, in Chatham, Illinois, and they were lovingly married for 39 years.
He was preceded in death by his parents, John Sr. and Helen, as well as daughter, Jennifer Lynn.
John is survived by his wife, Sue Paulauskis of Maryville, IL; son, Mike Paulauskis of Springfield, IL; daughters, Lisa (husband, Phil) Hardas of Rochester, IL and Gina (husband, Bradley) Lockwood of Iowa City, IA; and grandchildren, Sydney Paulauskis, Autumn and Isaac Hardas, and Beatrice Lockwood.
He grew up in Springfield, Illinois, was a graduate of Lanphier High School, and obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering from the University of Illinois. John had an extensive career in engineering, working at McDonnell Douglas Corporation, the State of Illinois Environmental Protection Agency, Engineering Dynamics International, Hospital Designers Incorporated, Henneman Engineering, and most recently the owner of JPAcoustics consulting firm. He also taught Acoustics at Washington University. John performed acoustical and vibration consulting for countless schools, hospitals, and auditoriums including projects with Washington University, the St. Louis Science Center, and Ballpark Village.
He showed kindness and selflessness to all, especially to his friends, neighbors, and family. John enjoyed playing golf in his spare time, and he was a dog lover. His faith in God was exceptionally important to him. John's integrity, work ethic, benevolence, and devotion to those he loved were rare and will never be forgotten.
Services: A private Funeral Ceremony will be held at Boardman-Smith Funeral Home, 800 South Grand Ave. West, Springfield, IL 62704, with Steve Crumbaugh officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 222718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718. Please visit boardmansmith.com to offer your condolences.
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Sue Paulauskis
November 13, 2022
It will be two years on the 21st. of this month. You were my everything. Oh, how I miss you. You made me a better person and I thank God we were together for 40 years.
You were my `Knight in Shining Armor.´ Your gentle, calming nature and your kindness and love to me and others will never be forgotten. I was so blessed to have been your wife and the love you gave me and showed me everyday. You will Always be in my my heart. I love you more.
Farhad Mohammadi
August 7, 2022
Dearest John,
Gods Speed brother. I cherish all the conversation we had during our lunch breaks @ HBE. You have a special place in my heart. RIP and hope to see you again.
Joe Mudra
February 4, 2021
John and I had our Drivers Ed class with Mr. Post. During the summer no less. We were just glad to get it in as there was a shortage of class time during the school year. We had a good time with our instructor as Mr Post was every students favorite. He wasn’t much older than his students.
Dick Bell
November 28, 2020
John (Odie) was my great friend, hard working kid's business partner, tenacious Bergen Park golf partner, studious college room mate, and all around good guy. Gone too soon. John will be missed by many.
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