Rex A. Paulus

Rex A. Paulus obituary, Bay City, MI

Rex A. Paulus

Rex Paulus Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Trahan Funeral Chapel & Prearrangement Center on Dec. 5, 2025.
Rex A. Paulus, age 59, a lifelong resident of Bay City, passed away unexpectedly Friday, November 29th, 2025 at his home. Rex was born June 6th 1966. Rex was employed at the Do-All Center where he worked for many years. He was preceded in death by his mother Betty Paulus, grandparents Alexander and Helen Maziarz, Uncle George Barber, Aunt Rose and Uncle Dan Olechowski. Rex was a bright light for his family. He brightened every room with a welcoming smile. His excitement and love for radios were a big part of who he was. Rex was always ready to play a song.
Rex is survived by his Aunt Dorothy Barber, or as Rex would say "oh Dort". Aunts and Uncles Patty (Terry) Majchrzak, and Jerry (Gretchen) Maziarz. Cousins Kevin, Steve and Greg Olechowski, Julie Kuczkowski, Matt and Nick Maziarz, Lisa Wolf, David, Jeff and Rebecca Majchrzak, Jennifer Majchrzak (Czarnik), Amanda Davenport, Jason and Rhonda Barber.
Cremation has taken place. A celebration of life will be held this summer with Rex's loved ones. Funeral home arrangements are being provided by Trahan Funeral Chapel. Celebrate Rex's life online by sharing your favorite stories and photos on his dedicated webpage at www.trahanfc.com
The family would like to thank Michigan Community Services employees who loved and cared for Rex.
In honor of his wonderful soul, turn the radio up for Rex.
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Amy Willett

Yesterday

What a fun loving man whom I had spent the last 10yrs with . I'm not the only staff that would say Rex had a huge smile and enjoyed getting out in the community and very full of life. This is very hard not only on all the staff that cared for him but his family to. Rex was considered like family to all of us. He always said turn on KCQ and turn it up. He wave his hands up and down and I'd ask him flying to and he'd say Detroit!!! You'll be missed by many Rex.

Jessica Jackson

Yesterday

This is a couple of pictures I traced and Rex helped me paint. This was a one on one project. He did so well and we had a great time painting. Rex always brought a smile when entering a room. Always happy to go out into the community or volunteer.
My name is Jessica, I used to be Rex's Training coach years ago. Thank you for letting me share these pictures with you and wonderful memories. Rex was so proud when we were finished.
You will be greatly missed Rex, may you rest in peace

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