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Donald Paulosky Obituary
Don graduated from Northern Michigan University with a Bachelor of Science degree in recreation.
Don was a loving and devoted father. He loved his dogs, Tracy, Suzie and Lexie, and was an avid gardener, photographer, duck hunter, hockey coach and fan, and fireworks enthusiast.
He served in the Army in Vietnam as a communications specialist, was an active member in the Rotary Club in Elk Rapids and the Northwest Michigan Corvette Club. He was also a member of Amvets Post 114 and U.P. Waterfowl Association.
Don grew up in Lincoln Park, and lived in Hubbard Lake and Marquette before moving to Williamburg in 1999. His home in Williamsburg will be on the Elk Rapids Garden Walk July 11, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. He acquired his love of plants and talent for nurturing them from his mother, Virginia.
He retired from the Home Builders Association of Grand Traverse Area, where he served as their executive director.
Don leaves behind his wife of 24 years, Karen; children at home, Ronald, Stephanie and Andrew; mother, Virginia Paulosky; sister, Pauline Soncrant; brother, Richard (Nona) Paulosky and Lisa; godson, Jeff Soncrant; uncles, Ralph Kulakowski, Melvin Pawlosky and Alfred Paulson; many cousins; in-laws, nieces and nephews, Ronald and Sylvia Schajter, Michael (Toni) Schajter and Alex and Ryan, Christopher (Georgina) Schajter, and Michael Paul and Lena Ireson, Roseanne Powell and Max and Katie, Cynthia (Brian) Romanchuck; and several dear friends in Lincoln Park, Marquette and Traverse City areas.
His father, Albert Paulosky, preceded him in death.
Services will be Saturday, May 13, at 11 a.m. at Sacred Heart Church, 143 Charles St., in Elk Rapids. A luncheon will follow at the church hall.
Memorials may be made, in lieu of flowers, to Karen Paulosky for the Paulosky Children College Fund, 9702 Bluff Trail, Williamsburg, MI 49690.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Covell Funeral Home of Elk Rapids.
This obituary was originally published in the Record-Eagle.
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Lynn Moon and Don Snowdon
May 19, 2006
Karen and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Don was such a fun-loving great guy and we have enjoyed being friends throughout the years. My fondest memory is the year Don dressed as Santa and went to Whiteheads for the annual kid Christmas party, when Ronald, Lissa and Gabe were about 3. Don was shouting "ho Ho" so loud, he scared the kids and no one would sit on his lap. After he left, the kids cried because they didn't get to tell Santa what they wanted! I ran outside and told him to come back and talk about half as loud. It all worked out and everyone was finally happy.
We had some fun times and can't image life without him. Thankfully, you have some great memories to comfort you.
Jennifer Steiner
May 6, 2006
Dear Karen,
From the time I was a young child I remember many stories from my Uncle Jim about "little Donnie Pauloski" a nice young "kid" in his neighborhood in Lincoln Park. Years later, Donnie came up to my parents house as he was passing through Traverse City - just to visit. Then in more recent years my Uncle Jim was excited that Donnie was his neighbor on Elk Lake. Our family too, enjoyed the several times we, in recent history, had the opportunity to meet,talk, and laugh with Donnie and your family. He was certainly a remarkable, giving, and brave man. Your are all in our prayers. Much love, Jennifer Steiner (niece of Jim Gurd)
Deborah Chmielewski
May 5, 2006
I was very sorry to hear about Don's passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom Buchkoe
May 4, 2006
I'll always remember the time Don and boys spent with Boy Scout troop 302 in Marquette, especially the trip he organized for us to Isle Royale National Park. That was a fun week. I also enjoyed bugging Don about the Lions being a Packer fan. Several times he showed up at our house by boat with the dogs. Goodbye, Don. We'll miss you.
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Al and Karen Gredlein
May 4, 2006
Karen, Steph and family,
Please accept our sincere sympathy at the loss of your husband and father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Connie Williams
May 4, 2006
Karen & family,
I am so sorry to hear about Don's passing. He was by far the most effective Michigan Waterfowl Association President that we ever had. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Connie & Faye Williams
Holly Thomas
May 4, 2006
Karen, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
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