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Shirley Paulsen Obituary

Paulsen, Shirley Ann (nee Hoepfinger) Passed peacefully on Sat. Dec. 12, 2015 at the age of 80. Beloved wife of Donald W. Paulsen; loving mother of Kurt (Barbara) and Scott (Leslie). Cherished grandmother of Shannon and Jared; admired sister-in-law of Phyllis Hoepfinger; dearest aunt of Holly, LaVeetta, Butch, Reva, and Perry. Predeceased by her sister Ethel Schirmer and brother Howard Hoepfinger. Shirley was a friend to EVERYONE she met. Strong, inspiring, and overflowing with unconditional love. Her body was donated to Washington University School of Medicine. Services: Memorial service Sat. Jan. 9, 2016, Immanuel UCC Church, 221 Church St. Ferguson, Mo. 63135. Visitation 1:30-3pm. Memorial service 3:00pm. Reception following at Mizpah Mt. Moriah Temple, 12030 New Halls Ferry Rd, 63033. Donations appreciated to either Life After Stroke Support Group, c/o DJ Hubbard 1357 Haute Loire Dr., Ballwin, MO 63011 or the American Stroke Association.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Jan. 3, 2016.

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Shirley Paulsen

January 7, 2016

Dear Don,
We know that you and your family have many fond and lasting memories of your life with your loving wife Shirley. She was a genuine and loving friend to everyone and will be fondly remembered by all.

Shirley and Jim Westbury

American Stroke Association

January 3, 2016

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Carol (Mitzie) O'Neill

December 17, 2015

Shirley, born 10 days before me, I always felt a closeness to you as we grew up. Cousins, yes, but felt like sisters. Roller skating at the rink on Sunday afternoons, spending summers in Illinois, and being attendants in each others wedding. I feel your loss but when I think of where you will spend Christmas, my heart fills with gladness. We will meet again someday dear cousin.

Lynette

December 17, 2015

Thank you Shirley for being a loving Granny to your grandchildren, you brought each other much joy. You will be missed.

American Stroke Association

December 16, 2015

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

Perry Schirmer and Family

December 16, 2015

A beautiful spirit who will be remembered by all she touched. We love you Aunt Shirley.

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Immanuel UCC Church

221 Church St., Ferguson, MO

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