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Paula Zundel Harrison, age 53, of American Fork, died July 25, 2008 in Salt Lake City, Utah after a courageously fought battle with cancer. Born July 27, 1954 in Logan, Utah the daughter of Eldon Forstner and Maude Cleon Mattson Zundel. She married Stephen Michael Harrison on April 11, 1975 in the Los Angeles Temple. Paula graduated with a bachelor's degree in education from BYU. She was a faithful Latter-day Saint, serving in stake and ward Relief Society, Young Women, and Primary Presidencies. Paula loved travel, camping with her family, gardening, fireworks, decorating, and any activity involving sun and water. She was a gifted teacher with a talent for making everyone feel important and included. Her charity seemed to have no bounds, always thinking of others before herself. Paula was fully committed to her family, giving time, energy, talents, and every necessity to its' betterment. She will be sorely missed by many.
She is survived by her husband, Stephen; three sons and three daughters: Daniel (April) Harrison; Tenille (Mark) Sagers; Adam (Holli) Harrison; Machelle (Kevin) Gear; Stephanie Harrison; Stephen (Stevie) Harrison; six grandchildren, her mother, Maude (granny goose) and four sisters. The family wishes to extend special gratitude to the staff of the Huntsman Cancer Hospital for providing Paula the utmost care and respect.
Funeral services will be held Saturday August 2, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. in the American Fork 26th Ward, 960 North 60 East. Friends may call Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Anderson & Sons Mortuary, 49 East 100 North, Am. Fork and Saturday at the church from 9:45 to 10:45 a.m prior to the services. Interment in the American Fork Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent at andersonmortuary.com
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Jeff and Ann Sims
August 20, 2008
Dear Steve and Family,
We were so very saddened at the news of Paula's passing. Please accept our deepest sympathy. There are so many fond memories Paula created with everyone she met. Paula had a way of making everyone feel special. She has been that way her entire life. That's just one reason we will all miss her so very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jay and Jami Day
August 4, 2008
Dear Harrison Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Paula was truly a beautiful woman. We send our condolences at this very difficult time. Remember that this life is short and you will one day see your wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister again. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Claudia & Ned Opheikens
August 2, 2008
Steve,
We are so sorry for your loss and want you to know we care very much. You and your family are in our thoughts, our hearts and our prayers always.
Calli Saltmarsh
August 2, 2008
Dear Stevie and Stephanie,
I was so sad to hear about your mom's passing. I just heard today, Saturday, from a mutual friend. I want you to know that it was always so evident how much she loved you two and how devoted she was to both of you. I'm sure there will be many hard times ahead, but always know that you are so very lucky to have a mother like her. Steph, I heard that you played at the funeral. I know she was so proud. I miss you both very much. With love!
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Ryan & Denise Sagers
August 2, 2008
Dear Harrison Family,
Ryan & I are so saddened at this time by the loss of Paula. She was truly one of the kindest and most wonderful people I have ever known. I will always remember her warmth & how welcomed I felt at Sagers' & Harrison family functions alike. Paula has been such a wonderful example to me of how a true disciple of Jesus Christ should live their lives. She was an amazing woman, wife, & mother as well. I still think I will bump into her at Costco or coming out of Cafe Rio. I will very much miss being able to do so. Her example & all of your wonderful examples of strength during this trying time will always be with me. Hers was the most remarkable funeral I have ever attended. We love Paula & the entire Harrison clan very much. With much love & respect,
Denise Sagers
Rob Briem
August 2, 2008
Dear Steve,
Nila and I just returned from a brief vacation and were shocked to learn of Paula's death. We had no idea her cancer had recurred.
We are truly sorry for your and the family's loss. Paula was a wonderful campanion and mom. That was quite evident with our brief contacts with her.
While we are not able to attend the viewings and funeral because of previous commitments, please be aware that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I have personally appreciated the association we have had on the high council. Thank you for being such a good friend and mentor.
May the Lord's blessings and comfort be with you and your family.
Rob and Nila Briem
Dalyn Keetch
August 1, 2008
Dear Steve and family,
Paula will be missed very much by many. She was a great example to all of those whom she came in contact with. Very kind, generous, loving and very Christlike. Always brightening up someone else's day.
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Please know you are loved. The Keetch Family
Della Chatwin
August 1, 2008
Dear Stephanie,
I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of your Mom. I just wanted you to know how much I admired her. I remember her very well. She was so full of grace and beauty. I was always happy to see her and visit with her. She left a lasting impression on me because of her sweet presence and obvious devotion to you, always taking care of the things that were important to your well-being. As one of my third graders, you carried yourself with that same grace and beauty . . . unusual for someone so young. The influence of a wonderful mother on her children is a great blessing that will follow them throughout the remainder of their lives. I just wanted you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. May you feel the love and support of the Comforter.
Love, Mrs. Chatwin (Shelley Elem.)
Ashleigh Belliston
August 1, 2008
Machelle,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know how you feel as we lost Randy's mother to cancer last summer. It is such a hard experience to go through especially as you are starting your own family. Please know that your mom is watching over your little family from Heaven. She'll be there for all the special occasions and when you need her help! May peace be with you and your family at this time.
Sincerely,
Kristin Sowby Hilman
August 1, 2008
I enjoyed knowing Paula and Steve in the AF 26th Ward. Paula was so sweet, and greeted me with hugs when I'd run in to her, even years after I moved from home. I wish the best to all involved.
Lisa Cowley
July 31, 2008
Paula is truely the most amazing person I have ever been blessed to know. She always had a beautiful glow surounding her and always brighened the darkest of days. She is the ultimate example of what a wife, mother, friend and leader should be. She is now and always will be my greatest example of the kind of mother and person I would like to be.
My heart, prayers and love are with all of you.
Tricia Tolton
July 31, 2008
Dear Harrison Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Machelle, Adam, Tenille-you guys have always been so special to Anita. We love you all. Please know you are in our prayers. We pray that you will find peace at this difficult time. Paula is so special. How lucky all of us have been to love her.
Love, the Toltons
Richard, Tricia,
Anita and Gentry
Abram Family
July 31, 2008
We often say the expression that there are no words however in Paula's case there are words. Charity, Love unfeigned, emulation of Christ and His work. Paula is the example of the gospel of Jesus Christ and will be missed but she bore testimony in her actions and words of the great plan of happines that we will all partake in. Harrison family, I hope this trite expression of heartfelt love will offer you the hope that is ours through the grand atonement of our Savior and will bring to you the hope that we feel.
Georgia Hall
July 31, 2008
Dean Steve and Family,
We are so saddened by the news of Paula's passing. We have enjoyed your family's friendship so much over the years and considered Paula a wonderful example of a loving, caring, giving person. Her beautiful smile and sparkly eyes always brightened up anyone she was with, and we will miss her very much.
Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Dean & Georgia Hall,
Lorelie, Travis, Ryan, Darren, & Tim
Melissa (Palmer) Pace
July 31, 2008
Growing up with Machelle, I have so many great memories of Paula. She often would join in on whatever we were doing and wasn't afraid to just have fun. I remember sneaking into the garage so quietly with Machelle so Paula wouldn't hear us get popcycles out of the freezer. I think she always knew we were in there but let us have them anyway. Even when I was younger, as well as older, I could see the special relationship Paula had with each of her children. She adored them, and they her. I will never forget Paula or the smile she always carried on her face.
Laren Harley
July 31, 2008
Dear Harrison Family,
We were saddened to hear about Paula. She was always so kind. We have always had love and respect for your family. She will truly be missed by so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love, The Harley Family
Kenneth Moravec
July 31, 2008
To know Paula is to know love and charity without bounds.
She will be missed.
Duayne and Michelle Sims
July 31, 2008
Dear Steve and Family: We are so sorry for your loss. Paula and you Steve have always been so kind to us. We have fond memories of our times in California. May the Lord bless you all.
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