Paula Marie Cates
1952 - 2011
Paula Marie Cates
1952 - 2011
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Paula Cates Obituary
Paula was a graduate of William Henry Harrison High School and she attended classes at Ivy Tech State College. She worked at the T.J. Maxx Distribution Warehouse in Evansville for over 23 years.
She was a great friend and wonderful mother to her children and grandchildren. She was a fun and energetic person who always knew how to look at the positive side of life even in the most trying times. She had fun wherever she was but especially when she was on the beach. She loved to stroll on the sand with a margarita. She gave everything she had to the ones she loved and never wanted anything in return. She will truly be missed.
She was preceded in death by her father, Paul Lively; and her husband, William Cates.
Paula is survived by her mother, Dorothy Roth Lively-Cash; children, Jamie Inkenbrandt-Huffine and husband Sean, Lori Inkenbrandt-Watson and husband Paul; Jennifer Inkenbrandt-Thompson and husband Ayron, and John (Jake) Inkenbrandt and wife Kati; grandchildren, Abbey Huffine, Libbey Huffine, Peyton Huffine, Xavier Watson, and Ryder Inkenbrandt; sisters, Linda Lively-Munday and Debra Lively-Wolf.
Services will be held at 6:00 PM Thursday, December 1, 2011 at Alexander North Chapel, officiated by Rev. Carl Mann. Friends may visit Thursday from 3:00 to service time at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Paula Cates fund at Fifth Third Bank. Condolences may be made online at www.AlexanderNorthChapel.com.
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December 6, 2011
"MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE INKENBRANDT CHILDREN,GRAND CHILDREN,AND INKENBRANDT FAMILY.
COUSIN--FAY HUFFMAN JOHNSON
Scott Sublett
December 6, 2011
My deepest sympathy's, I remember Paula from high school, she was a great person, always had a smile on her face, Sincerly, Scott Sublett
December 5, 2011
So sorry to here about Paula enjoy her smile at work GOD BLESS
Angi and Greg Beasley
December 2, 2011
Paula was a real sweetheart. She will be missed by all of us.She just made a comment about the Halloween decorations at my daughter's house and how she looked forward to them. She be watching from heaven next year. Prayers and thoughts to you all and God bless.
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eva kendall
December 2, 2011
I am very sorry to hear about Paula's passing. We were good friends in high school, and I knew her again when she was married to Bill. My sympathy to her family---Eva Kendall
Steve Conyer
December 1, 2011
Paula was the first girlfriend I ever had back in 1966-7. I never forgot her. Paula was the best.
December 1, 2011
I have worked with Paule for a few years..I will always remember her laugh, and her true friendship and honesty..Happy friday Paula you will be missed but always remembered...Karen Guerrero
Kelly Koresssel
December 1, 2011
Jenny and Ayron, Jake and Katie and all the family. I just found out about your mom, and Im so sorry! I love you all and wish you peace during this time of loss. God be with you! Love, KK
Christina Buckman
December 1, 2011
Just remember she will always be there watching over you all......Praying for strength and healing for your Family...Paula will be Missed!!!
December 1, 2011
Paula and I worked together at T.J.Maxx. She was a happy lady thru all
the times we were together. I know your hearts are full of sorrow, no words
can take that away.With God's love, he will heal your hurt in time. Keeping
you in my prayers....Pam Sulawske
Brenda DeArmond
December 1, 2011
I worked with Paula and John both, what great people. Paula will be missed by all who knew her. Remembering her and her family in my prayers.
Emily Inkenbrandt
December 1, 2011
When I was younger, I remember my Aunt Paula being affectionate and bleeding-heart kind. She reminded me of Norma Arnold, Kevin Arnold's mother from The Wonder Years. She was stunningly beautiful and had the sweetest and softest hugs, they felt like feathers. This news is devastating, and I still can't believe I'll never see her again. Love and hugs to my family during this time.
Jessica Chismar
November 30, 2011
I love Aunt Paula so much. I will miss her terribly. She was one of the most wonderful people on this Earth. My heart breaks for the whole family.
Pamela Perry Smith
November 30, 2011
I am so very sorry to learn of Paula's passing. I went to high school with her and remember her as such a riot and so fun loving. My heart and prayers go out to her family. Paula was one fine lady.
November 30, 2011
Jenny I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Deb Straw
November 30, 2011
To Paula's family..I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to each of you..Paula always gave her best and always with a smile and a giggle..I remember on wednesday at work, she passed me in the hall and I heard that friendly Hi Deb how you doing and you have a good thanksgiving and I wished her the same..that was Paula always friendly and with a smile for anyone who needed it..She was a good person with a kind heart and her family was her everything as she always spoke of them..Paula will be missed by all who knew her and loved her..I know that she is in a better place and will always watch over her family..May Jesus walk with each of you during your difficult times of grief...Sincerely,
tara huck
November 30, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joan Inkenbrandt
November 30, 2011
So sad to hear of Paula's passing. I'll alaways remember the fun times we had together when our kids were young. Her wonderful family are a tribute to what a great mom & grandma she was. She will be sorely missed by everyone that knew her.
Alan Lee Inkenbrandt
November 30, 2011
I was so sorry to hear about Aunt Paula's passing. I remember all the times that we'd spend at her house playing with Jamie, Lori, Jenny, and Jake while she made us popcorn on the stove. She was a lot of fun and such a nice person. My heart goes out to all of her family and friends.
Kelly (Kemp) Morgan
November 30, 2011
I am sorry to hear about Paula. I knew her when I was a child and into my teen years. I never saw her without a smile and she treated me like family. She will be missed.
jessica pendergrass
November 30, 2011
I am so very sorry for you loss!!! I work with jenny!! Paula was such a sweet person.jenny you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
rfb
November 30, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Jenny Gunn-Smith
November 30, 2011
Paula has her wings now. Had so many fun times with her especially at Hacienda. She so Loved her children & Grandchildren, she will be missed. She was always so upbeat will miss her tremondously.
Jennifer Thompson
November 30, 2011
Sorry everyone, but the memorial fund will be at FIFTH THIRD BANK, not at Diamond Valley. Thank you for all of your thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer Thompson
November 30, 2011
To everyone, we apologize, but the memorial fund has been moved to FIFTH THIRD BANK and will not be at Diamond Valley. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer Thompson
November 30, 2011
To everyone, sorry for the error but the memorial fund will be at FIFTH THIRD BANK instead of Diamond valley. Thank you for your thoughts and prayers.
November 30, 2011
I worked with Paula for many years and she was always so upbeat and happy. Even though our work was dirty, she always protected those nails of hers. She made me laugh so many times. My prayers go out to her family. R.I.P. Paula
Joyce Diaz (Wadesville, Indiana)
Heather McFarland
November 30, 2011
So sorry she has her wings now to watch over all of us. She was such a nice lady. She helped me out so much in OT at work. She will be missed.
Sindy Seifers
November 30, 2011
There is no words that can comfort the family of Paula but knowing that she was a terrific women and had a great big heart. She is in Gods hands now! It was a pleasure to have known her.
joann johnson
November 30, 2011
so sorry for your lost of your mother and grandma i will pick u all in my prayes love u lisa and john thinking about u all at this very hard time
Tony Adams
November 30, 2011
I worked with Paula for many years, she was always a cheerful and kind- hearted woman and she will be missed. My prayers go out to her family.
susan walker
November 30, 2011
Sorry to here about Paula i worked with her for 15 yrs she was such a ray of sunshine where ever she went and she loved life. She will be greatly missed
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