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Paula Shay Obituary
She was born in Memphis, Tenn., to Joanne Trotter and the late Charles "Buck" Trotter.
Mrs. Shay was a Nurse Practitioner at the VA hospital in North Little Rock for more than 17 years.
She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Douglas E. Shay of Conway; sons, Barrett Shay and wife Katie of St. Louis, Mo., and Eric Shay and wife Colleen; grandson, Maxwell, Shay of Auburn, N.Y.; also her father and mother-in-law, Norman and Burnis Shay of Russellville. Host of nieces and nephews, extended family and many friends and colleagues.
A memorial service will be held at 3 o'clock in the afternoon Saturday at the University Church of Christ in Conway.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Missions Fund at the University Church of Christ in Conway.
Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home, 501-327-7727.
Online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Fr Oscar Capilla LC
June 12, 2011
Dear Doug, Barret and Eric. Know that mom and all of you are in my prayers in a special way as I continue my mission work here in Haiti. May the Holy Spirit grant you his consolation. God bless!
Keith and Carolyn Mullins
June 12, 2011
Doug, Keith and I would like you to know that we are thinking of you and your boys at this time. We are so sorry. Please call on us if we could help you with anything. Keith and Carolyn Mullins
Dan Newsom
June 12, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to Doug, Barrett, Eric and families. Our prayers are with you. Dan and Barbara
Linda Gardenhire
June 10, 2011
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to Doug and all the rest of the family. Thinking of you during this very sad time.
Beverly Boyer
June 10, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
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