Shirley Ann Paul, age 87, of Gaylord, passed away on Thursday, January 13, 2022.
She was born to Karl and Geraldine (Hall) Schoenegge, on October 7, 1934, in Sandusky, Ohio.
Shirley was an avid University of Michigan fan. She was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary for over 50 years. Shirley was a lifetime member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Auxiliary and was the past president. She also enjoyed volunteering for the Lions Club.
She was preceded in death by her parents and her husband, Earl Dean Paul.
Shirley is survived by her children, Debbie Paul of Gaylord, MI, Karla Shearer of Sturgis, MI, Sherie Volmar of Gaylord, MI, Kevin Paul of Gaylord, MI, and Beth (Joshua) Workman of Bonita Springs, FL; 12 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held Tuesday, January 18, 2022, at 1:00 p.m., at the Nelson Funeral Home, 135 N. Center Ave., Gaylord, MI, 49735. Visitation will begin at noon until the time of service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, PO Box 758516, Topeka, KS, 66675.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Nelson Funeral Home and Cremation Service, PO Box 1548, Gaylord, MI 49734.
10 comments on “Shirley A. Paul”
Hugs, love and prayers to the Paul family. Shirley had a great sense of humor and was loved by many. My heart goes out to all of you.
Dear Miss Deb, sisters, and brother,
Your mom will be missed. She was quite the character. I enjoyed her immensely. She could give you a heck and smile at the same time. LOL.
May your memories give you comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rest in peace, my friend.
Jackie Wcisel
Shirley was a beautiful, funny, and crazy friend. We loved to room together when we went to conventions. She would keep me awake until early mornings telling me about her life stories. I would laugh until my belly hurt. I tried to never make her mad because I saw her wrath when something made her mad. She had a very contagious smile. She talked about her children with so much love. R.I.P, my dear friend, I will miss you dearly. Love JuJu xxxoooo
Rest in peace sweet lady.
Shirley was a great and wonderful neighbor and I, condolence to all the family and friends.
My deepest sympathies to the extended Paul family mourning Shirley’s passing. I remember Aunt Shirley as a bright spirit always glad to see and support her family and friends. What a pleasure it was to visit Aunt Shirley and Uncle Dean in their Lambertville, MI, home. May her positive energy exhibited throughout her life be a comfort to her family and an example for all to emulate.
To Debbie, Sherie, Karla, and the entire Paul family we send our sincere condolences on the loss of your momma who was a friend of ours for so many many years even after moving to Gaylord. She was so funny, loved life, and loved you all. She’ll be missed by so many of her VFW Auxiliary sisters and comrades. Rest in heaven my friend and give my mom, Shirley D., a hug from me.
I only knew Shirley through New Dimensions hair salon but wanted to give my condolences and say what a fun wonderful little spitfire she was, sure did enjoy knowing her. She had a beautiful spirit. RIP Shirley.❤
I am sorry to learn of Shirley’s passing. I know she loved her family dearly.
Shirley was my first cousin, my mother was Eunice Schoenegge Schumacher.
So sorry for the loss of your mom. So many of my childhood memories are of being over at your house, sitting at the kitchen table listening to Shirley “scold” someone, me included!! Loved that woman! My thoughts and prayers of comfort to all of you.
Lauri (Hinshaw) Panning