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Paula O'Shaughnessy Obituary

O'Shaughnessy, Paula J. Age 61 of Forest Lake, MN Died Thursday, March 26, 2009 A memorial service will take place at 2 p.m., Saturday, April 18 at Elim Lutheran Church, 20971 Olinda Trail N., Scandia, with visitation one hour prior to the church service. Interment will be at the Elim Church Cemetery. She is survived by her children, Melissa Erickson, James O'Shaughnessy, and Chris (Holly) Erickson; grandchildren Hannah, Sarah and Rachel Erickson; one sister, Peg Christenson; and one niece, Kirsten Christenson and her beloved dogs "Bitsy" & "Pete". She was preceded in death by her parents, the Rev. Philip and Jeanette Pearson. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the family.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Apr. 12, 2009.

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Your Daughter, Melissa

April 6, 2025

When I dust off my old photographs, you're there.
When I recall my childhood memories, you're there.
And when I think of some of the happiest moments of my life, you're there.
Little wonder, then, that when I look inside my heart... you're there.
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March 11, 2024

Happy Birthday mom.

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Melissa Erickson

April 10, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful mother who is loved and missed everyday by her children.

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Melissa Erickson

August 23, 2020

Love you mom! Wishing you were here - your support and advice is so needed at this time. ❤ Melissa

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