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Paula Sims Obituary
Paula Coulter Sims, 51, of Louisville, departed this life on Wednesday, September 23, 2015, in Taylorsville at the home of her mother.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, Lorenza and Tootie Smith and Omer and Alma Coulter.
She is survived by sons, Will and Eli and their father, Bill Sims; mother, Diana Bockting (Stanley); father, Paul Coulter (Robin); step brothers, Glenn Bockting (Sherry) and Stanley Bockting, Jr; special aunt, Deborah Lanham and cousin, Kathy Stevens.
She was a devoted mother, daughter and a member of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church. She leaves behind many relatives and friends to cherish her memory. A special thanks to Dr. James Morgan and staff.
She chose to donate her body to University of Louisville School of Medicine in hopes of helping someone else. There will be no service or visitation. Memorial service to follow at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
for Paula Sims
Sue Simon
October 5, 2015
You were an angel that left a deep impression on me.
I know the Heavens are happy to have you...but I miss you down here on Earth. May I still find you in the butterflies around my yard. For you were always spreading your
beauty to all.
Friends forever,
Sue A. Simon
October 2, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the Sims family. May God give you comfort, strength and peace. ( Psalm 29:11)
~D. Reynolds
Cheryl Smith
September 27, 2015
Rest in peace, beautiful Paula. You had a kindness, grace and a sense of style that brightened up the world. I will be praying for your sweet boys.
Sara Blincoe
September 27, 2015
Paula was an amazing mother, friend, and she battled long and hard to stay with her loved ones as long as she could. Always a smile and kind words, you will be missed in so many ways.
Melissa Meagher
September 27, 2015
You were one of the first women I met at St. Margaret Mary when we moved here. We will never forget your smile and beautiful spirit. God bless your adorable boys.
September 25, 2015
You will be truly missed. I love you Paula. You will always be in my heart and thoughts. Love shirley
Heather Poole
September 25, 2015
I will miss you my dear friend! I will always cherish our fun times together.
Love you!
Bruce Coulter
September 25, 2015
Rest in peace my little cousin you will be missed beyond what words could ever say angels are hard to find on earth but you were one of the best.
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