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Gerald Leander Pauling Sr.

Gerald Leander Pauling Sr. obituary, Winston Salem, NC

Gerald Pauling Obituary

PAULING WINSTON-SALEM - Early on Monday, December 13, 2010, Gerald Leander Pauling, Sr. was called home to Glory. Mr. Pauling was born and raised in Winston-Salem, and he retired to the area in 1998, after more than 32 years of faithful service to RJR Nabisco as a sales executive in St. Louis, MO, Detroit, MI and Chicago, IL. Mr. Pauling was a devoted husband, father and friend; he leaves behind a loving wife, Rosetta; three sons - Gerald L. Pauling, II, Esq. (wife Eugenia), Brian L. Pauling, CPA, CCEP (wife Joli) and Carlos L. Pauling, Esq. (wife Corie); eight grandchildren Shelby Rose, Jadon, Winston, Carson, William, Aniya, Clarke and Mason; five brothers - Cleotus (Mary), Veotus (Edna), Harold (Bonnie), Rayvon (Jackie) and Jaris of Winston-Salem; one sister - Constance Pauling Suber of Boston, MA; and a host of cousins, nieces and nephews and other dear friends and relatives. An asset to our community, Mr. Pauling will be sorely missed! Mr. Pauling's body will lie in state beginning at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 18, 2010 at New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church. The family visitation will begin at 11:30 a.m. with the brothers of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. delivering Omega rites at 11:45 a.m.. The funeral services will begin at 12:00 Noon with interment following in Piedmont Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers or gifts, the family requests your appropriate donation to support the work of the following organizations, all of which were dear to "Dad". Your gift in his name and memory is appreciated: The Laymen's League of New Bethel Baptist Church, 1016 North Trade Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101; Hospice and Palliative Care Center, 101 Hospice Lane, Winston-Salem, NC 27103; Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc., Delta Sigma Chapter, P.O. Box 4454, Winston-Salem, NC 27105; Advanced Homecare, 4001 Piedmont Parkway, High Point, NC 27265. (Clark S. Brown & Sons, www. clarksbrownandsons.com)

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Published by Winston-Salem Journal on Dec. 17, 2010.

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Harold & Audrey Easter

June 23, 2011

Gerald, you will always be remembered as an excellent example for all men to follow: A Great Husband, A Great Father, A Great Leader, A Great Teacher, A Great Friend and most of all, A Great Man of God!

We pray, we can live our lives to see you in Heaven.

Hazelina Johnson

June 21, 2011

To My Sweet Auntie and cousins,

I am holding you all up in prayer. God has his hands comforting and strengthening you everyday. Now your life, love for each other, and people is a testiment to who he was, and his legacy will live on in all of us. I miss him dearly, but the lessons I learned from him was to serve the Lord, be the best you can be, and serve your fellow man. I will do this as I cherish his memories. May God bless all of you, and I love you.

Hazelina Johnson and Family

Willie/Gloria King

June 19, 2011

Our Dear Friend,

As you continue to heal, may God keep you and your family in his healing arms.

We continue prayers for the family and
the memories of Gerald will always be with us. He was such a kind,friendly and giving person.

Love you,
Willie and Gloria

Donald and Pauline Benson

April 23, 2011

May God continue to bless you and keep you in His love arms!

Phoebe Wells

April 22, 2011

Uncle Gerald,
Rest in peace! We love you so much!
We are taking good care of Auntie!!

With much love,
Your niece,Phoebe

March 29, 2011

To our dear extended family,"Roe" and our wonderful nephews and their families: Our hearts are broken and the pain is so hard to bear with the passing of Gerald. He will always hold a special place in our lives because he was a kind, courageous, and giving man of God and devoted his life working for his heavenly Father. His deeds done and his positive lessons taught will follow many that crossed his path. Keep your hand in God's hand and everything will be fine. We love you.. Nelson, Yvonne, Demond and Tony

February 3, 2011

Dear Rosetta & Family, words cannot express the sadness that Gil & I felt when we received the news of Gerald's passing. He will be truly missed by the both of us,and we will cherish the wonderful memories of him.Our prayers goes out to you, the boys,and the entire family. Love, Gilford & Nina Adair Plano,Texas

Burke Family

D'Walla Burke

January 29, 2011

Dearest Rosetta and Pauling Family,

Know that our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you as you continue to think about the wonderful memories of your husband, father and brother! We are certain that these happy moments will comfort you from this day forward. May God continue to bless and keep you.

With much love,
Sis (D'Walla) and Bro (Fred) Burke

Shirley Cloud

January 29, 2011

Dear Soror Pauling,
My thoughts turn to you and your family often since the passing of your husband. Please know that I remember you daily in my prayers. May you feel strengthened by God's love as he continues to bless you and give you peace.

Sisterly Love,

Leeanna Lee

January 12, 2011

Dear Soror Pauling,
Words cannot express the sadness I feel for you and your family as a result of the passing of Bro. Pauling. I am so glad I attended the funeral because your sons' presentation about their father was a wonderful testament of love and gratitude for a very honorable, loving man. You all are blessed to have happy memories of Gerald for the rest of your lives.

Gloria Jones

January 12, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Verisia West

January 12, 2011

Dear Soror Pauling and Family,
My thoughts are with you during this time. With each passing day, things will become easier. This note is to let you know that you have a tremendous support behind you today and always.

Eric Warner

January 11, 2011

Soror Pauling & Family,
I remember when we brought Gerald home when he was pledging and there was a backyard picnic at your home. Mr. Pauling took the time and gave me some very sage business advice. Something that I hold onto today. May the Lord give all of you comfort and peace in knowing Mr. Pauling was truly a good man.

Sincerely,
Bro. Eric C. Warner

January 11, 2011

Dear Rosetta and family,

Let the glow of this candle be a symbol of God's everlasting love that will sustain you through these dfficult times. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Sincerely,
Cleveland and Natalie Harding

January 8, 2011

Dear Soror Pauling,
Mack and I are praying for you and your family during this difficult time. May the comforting presence of the Lord dwell in your hearts and give you peace in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sincerely,
Soror Dollye K. Mack and James A. Mack

January 8, 2011

May the peace which comes from the many wonderful memories of love shared comfort you now and in the days ahead. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

With deepest sympathy,
Gloria Monroe

Ruth Torrance

January 7, 2011

Dear Soror Pauling and Family

Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God who is able continue to bless, comfort and keep you as you go through this very difficult time in your life. May the many happy moments you shared with Brother Pauling bring you comfort and peace.

Sisterly,
Soror Ruth Torrance

January 7, 2011

With heartfelt sympathy and understanding thoughts in this time of sadness. Rosetta & Family,find comfort in the knowledge that all the beautiful memories gathered through the years are yours to keep forever. May God give you strength for the living of these days.

Love,
Raphael & Carolyn Black

Mesia Steed

January 6, 2011

Dear Soror Pauling,

The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make His face to shine upon you and give you peace. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Brother Pauling and his encouraging spirit I will sincerely miss.

Sisterly,
Soror Mesia Moore Steed, Ph.D.
President
Rho Zeta Chapter

January 6, 2011

To The Family of My Dear Brother Gerald Pauling,

My sincere sympathy and prayers are extended to each of you. May God continue to give each of you his daily love, mercy, comfort, strength and blessings. Brother Pauling was a wonderful person to know as he shared his wisdom and other gifts with others.

Sisterly,
Soror Sadie B. Webster
Rho Zeta Chapter

Marian Hairston

January 6, 2011

Dear Soror Pauling and family,

Heaven has truly gained a beautiful soul! Please know that our thoughts and prayers will be with you as you adjust to life without the physical presence of Brother Gerald Pauling.

Sisterly,

Mrs. Marian Anderson Hairston and husband, Dr. Edward E. Hairston

January 6, 2011

Dear Soror Pauling,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this sad occasion. I am sorry that I didn't get to speak with you at the church. However, you were in my prayers. What a wonderful going home service for Brother Pauling. He was well loved and respected for the lives he touched in such positive ways.

Sincerely,
Soror Frazier

Rob Biddle

January 6, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Pauling family in your time of grief. May memories of Mr. Pauling and reflections on the great life he lived and the lives being lived by those he has touched and inspired bring you comfort.

Gloria Williams

December 23, 2010

May God Bless the entire family. Mr. Pauling was a wonderful man.

G. Williams (Hanes Middle School)

Camille M. Allen

December 22, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of Gerald. He will always be remembered with love and admiration.
He has touched so many lives with his smile and caring nature. Please give my love to the entire PAULING FAMILY!!

December 19, 2010

We will continue to keep the family in our prayers. May God continue to give you strength as the days go by.

Dennis & Myra Wilson/Nira Robinson

December 18, 2010

Rosetta and Family:
My deepest sympathy to you on Gerald's death. May the love of family and friends comfort and strengthen you in the days ahead.Blandina Kearns Lane, NCCU- Class of 1963

December 18, 2010

We love you cousin Gerald!!!! Whenever I
saw you when I was home for the holidays!
"ON A CLEAR DAY". YOU WILL BE MISSED."CUZ". Rosetta, to you and the
PAULING FAMILY MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY.
God Bless you all.
Andrea Hairston,(cousin), Bronx,New York

DeMarcus Bradley

December 18, 2010

i will always kepp yu in my prayers mr. pauling the best mentor i ever been with.

Ann-Ledbetter Hunt

December 18, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Shirley Harley-Smith

December 17, 2010

Words cannot express our sympathy at this difficult time. Please know that our love, prayers and thoughts are with all of you. Cousin Gerald was one of a kind. He will always hold a special place in our hearts. We pray that God and your memories will offer comfort.
Melvin, Shirley,& Jordan Smith

December 17, 2010

Uncle Gerald I will miss so much. Thank you for being in my life. Tell Momma (Gaynelle)hello!. Love you Auntie Rosetta and Family. Love Your Neice Yvette Pauling-Myers We shall be like a tree planted by the rivers of water. That bring fourth Fruit in it'season. And Uncle Gerald did so. Love

Johnny Moses

December 17, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Kristal Oglesby

December 17, 2010

Mrs. Pauling-

My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. May your heart find peace through the healing power of love.

James & Sharon Penn

December 17, 2010

Mrs. Rosetta Pauling and family:

We (James and I)are praying with your family during this time of grief, keep holding on to God's Unchanging Hand

December 17, 2010

WE share your lost of Gerald as he was such a kind and loving person who was an example for all to follow. I will miss my buddy.

Walter and Tresca

December 17, 2010

Rosetta my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Carolyn (Suber) Brannon

LYNN DAVIS

December 17, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

CEDRICK,LYNN DAVIS

December 17, 2010

WE LOVE YOU GERALD

Beaufort Bailey

December 17, 2010

Beaufort and Pollye have you in our praqyers durning this time in the Pauling's life. Gerald was loved by all of his Phi Beta Sigma Brothers. His inspiring prayers will always ring in our ears.
Brother Beaufort Bailey

JAMES HARLEY, JR.

December 17, 2010

THE PAULING FAMILY HAVE SUFFERED A GREAT LOSS, BUT CHRIST HAVE RECEIVED A GREAT ANGEL.
JAMES, MARY, ADONIS, & KIANA HARLEY.

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