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Greg Paulson Obituary

Greg Paulson Born 1/4/1958; passed away unexpectedly at his home on 2/12/2008. Greg grew up in Fircrest, where he was a lifelong resident. He graduated from Foss HS in 1976, and graduated from PLU in 1980 with a BA in Business. He married Ann Hert on 1/22/1983. They just celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary. In June of 1987 their beautiful twin daughters Julie & Diane were born. Greg worked his entire life in the family motorcycle business. Greg loved boating, fishing, traveling, and spending the weekends with friends and family at the family beach house. Greg touched the hearts of many people throughout his lifetime. He was an incredible husband, father, son, brother, uncle, nephew and friend. He made us better just by being around him. He was an amazing person, beyond generous, full of honesty, faith and integrity. He loved us all. Greg, we love you and will miss you every day. Greg is survived by his wife Ann, daughters Julie and Diane, parents Jerry and Carol, brother Chris (Candie, Brooke and Jade), numerous aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins, brother and sister-in-laws, and their best friends Tim and Alice Pierce. Graveside service 10:30 AM Sat., 2/16/2008 at Mountain View in Lakewood. Memorial Service is 11 AM Mon., 2/18/2008 at St. Marks Lutheran Church, 6730 N. 17th, Tacoma. Hawaiian Shirt Attire requested. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been set up to benefit Julie and Diane's college tuition. Donations can be made at any US Bank branch to the Greg Paulson Memorial College Fund.
Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Feb. 15, 2008.

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Bob & Barb Cambensy

March 16, 2008

Paulson Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you every day. We reach out across the miles with condolences and endless hugs. With faith and hope we say "not good bye" - just "until we meet again, Greg".

Don Peters

February 25, 2008

I would like to dedicate this to my best friend Greg. I am totaly at a loss, for nearly 28 years you have been there. From jumping on our motorcycles on 5/18/80 to see Mt. St Helens blow up to a coasting contest down from Huricane Ridge on our bikes to sitting sidewise in our over stuffed chair talking to us on the Saturday night before your passing. You have been there Greg, you have been my best friend... You are missed more than I thought possible. Thank yopu for all the great memories. P.S. Now how now can I hold you to the deal you said you would give on the bike we talked about that Saturday night? Rest in Peace Greg

Tim Skreen

February 22, 2008

Paulson family: We were very sad to hear about the unexpected passing of Greg. Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you in this time of great sorrow. Tim, Cory and the entire Skreen family.

Deborah Clements

February 21, 2008

Dear Greg ,not nearly enough time to get to know you and your wife, Anne. I feel at a lose and cheated!! I so liked you both at our few times together, only wish that I had more time for memories.It was truley a pleasure and I don't regret the $100.00 bet I lost to you!! See you Greg, in my future.......Deborah

Bernice Rupp Johnson

February 21, 2008

Paulson Family: I have known Greg from the time he was born, having worked at the Paulson business for 25 years. Sorry to have missed his memorial service since I was out of town, but want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with the family. He was a wonderful asset to the family business. My love, Bernice Rupp Johnson

Nickolas Hansen

February 21, 2008

The lose of Greg is a tragedy. I have know Greg for quite sometime. I will always have great memories of Greg that range from the race support he provided to the many great events I attended and worked with him. From Snow Show's in Puyallup, to Jet Ski races who knows where Greg was always great to work with and for. One great memory I have of Greg that I would like to share took place while I was in high school. I was struggling with my algebra homework one weekend and I mentioned it to Greg. Greg asked me if I had my book with me, which I did, Greg then proceeded to take a break from his work, opened up the book and spent a fair amount of time working through a few algebra problems with me. I believe this is just one example of what a kind, generous and caring man Greg was. I wish the entire Paulson family my best wish in this trying time and in the future.

Tim Spaulding

February 20, 2008

Debbie and I are praying for God's peace and comfort for your entire family.

I have known Greg since confirmation day's at St. Mark's and later with Ann in the 20s to 40s group.


I will sorely miss seeing his smiling face on Sunday morning ushering with Jerry. He was a wonderful person.

Jeff Reiner

February 19, 2008

All our prayers to the entire Paulson family in this tragically unexpected loss.

Jeff Reiner/Dale & Vicki Gray
South Sound Honda

Jan Balaban

February 19, 2008

Dear Ann,
Please know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Tim & Becky Wicklund

February 18, 2008

Chris and family; We are so sorry to hear about Greg. We have been out of town, and just heard of his passing - words cannot describe how sad we are. And shocked. He was so good to us every time we were at your shop and we sure will miss him. Our thoughts are with you, and your family.

Troy Naccarato

February 17, 2008

To the Paulson family: I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Troy Naccarato

Terry Thorsell

February 16, 2008

To the entire Paulson family,
I am so sorry for your loss, I only knew Greg thru the shop but he always treated me with respect and honesty, my thoughts will be with your entire family.

Greg & Darci Sweet

February 16, 2008

Dear Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. Greg gave us all wonderful memories with lots of laughs, hugs and good times wtih your family. Our fondest memories are at the Beach too. Always remembering Greg getting upset with Chris and Greg about something they broke and all the passionate/exciting Monopoly games. We feel very honored to have been part of his life. With Much Love, Greg & Darci Sweet

Evan La Londe

February 16, 2008

I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts go out to you all.

Sallie Zimmer

February 15, 2008

We have the entire family in our thoughts and prayers. I have very fond memories of Greg as one of the neighborhood kids. We send you our love.

Wade Gifford

February 15, 2008

I have known Greg for well over 20 years and he was truly one of my favorite people at Paulson's. He always recognized my voice when I called and always took time to chat with me when I came in the shop. My sister and I will miss him greatly. God speed my friend.
Wade M. Gifford

Don Schmidt

February 15, 2008

Condolences to the whole family. Our thoughts are with you.

Dee Harris

February 15, 2008

You and your family are in my prayers. May god bless you.

Don Shelton

February 15, 2008

To Diane and Julie and family:
My prayers are with you at this time. May the Lord comfort you and be your strength during your time of grief.

Mr. D Shelton

Amy Daniels

February 15, 2008

JD and I will miss Greg so much! He was such an inspiration and role model to JD at Paulsons. We love you Greg!

David Anderson

February 15, 2008

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Terri (Johnson) Parker

February 15, 2008

Dear Carol & Jerry, Ann & all the family,

I'm so sorry for your loss. It just doesn't seem possible that Greg can be gone. You have all been such a wonderful extension of the Johnson clan, and I cherish the memories of the times I've spent with you.

You can be sure that I'll be wearing a Hawaiian shirt in Greg's honor tomorrow! Wishing you all love and strength to carry through this tough time.

You're in my thoughts and prayers,
Terri

Ann (Nylund) Roe

February 15, 2008

I am so sorry to hear of Greg's passing. I knew him as a child, but lost contact with the family as I grew older - though my mother continued to be in touch with his parents through the years. Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.

Kelly Barton

February 15, 2008

Paulson Family: We are so sorry to hear of Greg's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Kelly, Bryann, Brandee, and Brittany Barton

Sondra/Mike/Josh Cauley

February 15, 2008

This is sad beyond belief!! Greg, you will always be in our hearts.

Derek Stansbury

February 15, 2008

I grew up with Greg and his brother Chris in Fircrest. What a great family they are. Greg will be deeply missed. So sorry to hear about this unexpected passing.

Scott, Kristen, Mark & Wylen Cambensy

February 15, 2008

You are in our thoughts and prayers. I still have fond memories of Chris & Greg teaching me to jet ski at the beach house over 25 years ago. You will be missed.

J.J. Bean

February 15, 2008

I was so shocked to learn of Greg's passing. I worked for Paulson's for a year, and Greg was such a great guy. He was always willing to bail me out when I got in over my head, and never underestimated me just because I was a woman in a man's environment. He was respectful, honest, and a good family man. He will be sorely missed.

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