Patricia Ann Paulus, 89, of Perryville, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025, surrounded by her loving family at Independence Care Center of Perry County.
She was born April 24, 1935, in Perryville to Leroy and Euline (Chappius) Zoellner.
Patricia and Kenneth Paulus were married on June 29, 1957, at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Perryville. He preceded her in death on November 9, 2019.
She was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church.
First and foremost, she was defined by her sweetness, her kindness, her loving nature and her smile. Her priority was her family and home. Selflessness, hard work, and prioritizing the needs and well-being of her loved ones proved her devotion beyond any doubt.
Survivors include four sons, Tom (Leslie Cipolla) Paulus, Tim (Sandy) Paulus, Dave (Toni) Paulus, and Rich Paulus; daughter, Mary Paulus Schremp; brother, Glen (Faye) Zoellner; seven grandchildren, Stephanie Schremp, Tyler Paulus, Danielle (Tim ) Turner, Sierra (Chad) Etzold, Nicholas Schremp, Kennedy (Anna) Paulus, and Ellie Paulus; nine great-grandchildren, Brynn, Maisyn, Ava, Cullen, Blair, Hayes, Baylor, Linkin, and Lena.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, husband, two sisters, Joan Zoellner and Peggy Hayden, and brother, John Zoellner.
Visitation was held from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Friday, January 24, 2025, at Ford & Young Funeral Home in Perryville.
Funeral Mass took place at 10 a.m. Friday, January 24, 2025, at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Perryville, with Rev. Joe Geders C.M. officiating.
Burial was at Mount Hope Cemetery in Perryville.
Memorial contributions may be given to the St. Vincent Educational Foundation or Alzheimer’s Association.
Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com.
Ford & Young Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
