Darlene E. (Smith) Paulson (1931-2015)

PAULSON, SMITH, KOEPPEN, ORTH, DANIELSON, WILSON, PLOESSI, BAXTER

Posted By: Mark Christian
Date: 9/26/2015 at 13:02:23

Obituary From Adams Soderstrum Funeral Home, Story County, Iowa.

Darlene E. Paulson was born January 3, 1931 to George and Anna (Koeppen) Smith in Hubbard, Iowa. She married Don Paulson in September 21, 1948. She worked many years at Mary Greeley Medical Center in various positions and was a 30 year volunteer at Israel Family Hospice House.

Darlene passed away at 84 years of age on September 15, 2015, at her home surrounded by loved ones, after a courageous battle with cancer.

She is survived by her loving husband of 67 years, Don; two daughters, Donna (Marv) Orth of Ames and Dee Danielson of Ames; four grandchildren, Crystal (Todd) Wilson, Brooke Ploessl, Heather (Dan) Baxter and Shawn (Carisa) Danielson; ten great-grandchildren; one sister, Martha “Sam” Smith; and many special nieces and nephews. She was blessed to have many special friends.

Darlene was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Ernie and Martin Smith; and one sister, Elsie Knutson.

The family wishes to thank Dr. Carlyle and Dr. Guffy and their staff and hospice for their care and support. Also thanks to Pastor Anenson and Pastor Jensen for their many visits.

Memorials may be directed to the family of Darlene Paulson.

Gathering of Family and Friends
SEP 27. 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Immanuel Lutheran Church
604 Lafayette Ave.
Story City, IA, US, 50248

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