Paula Rose HYNES "a dove has flown" My beautiful and devoted wife, Paula Hynes, passed away at home on Sunday, October 7, 2007 in Lake Forest Park, WA with her family by her side. Born in Yakima, WA on November 2, 1944, she was the loving daughter of Paul and Mabel Templin. The Templin family relocated to Bellingham, WA where Paula attended and graduated from Bellingham High School, Class of 1962. In 1974, Frank Hynes was truly blessed when Paula came into his life and they married in 1975. They combined families and Paula unconditionally gave her love, support and compassion to each of the children. She was never one to complain, even during her extended illness. Paula always looked for the best in everyone and in every situation. Paula is survived by her loving husband of 33 years, Francis (Frank) Hynes, and their children: Linda Pearson and her husband, David, Francis M. Hynes, Diana Tomaso and her husband, Tony, Les Paul Wilkinson, David Wilkinson, Steven Wilkinson and his wife, Kari. Her pride and joy were her grandchildren: Lauren, John J., Andrew, Ashley, John, Serena, Alicia, Courtney and Carmen. Her siblings include her sister, Myrna Rodenberger, brother, Virgil Templin and his wife, Linda. Her cousins, Dale and Carol, nieces and nephews, Rhonda, Lisa, Teresa, Larry, and Donald. She will be deeply missed by her children, grandchildren, relatives, friends and all those whose lives she touched, especially her loving husband. The family invites you to join them for the Funeral Service for Paula at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, October 13, 2007, at Faith Lutheran Church (8208 18th Ave NE Seattle, WA 98115), followed by a reception at the church. For those who would like to share a private moment with Paula, there will be a Viewing on Friday, October 12, 2007, from 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. at Floral Hills Funeral Home (409 Filbert Road Lynnwood, WA 98306).To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Elaine Matthiessen
October 18, 2007
I was very blessed to spend time with Paula at Kuleana, Maui for 5 years. I have such great, wonderful memories of those very special holidays. My thoughts and prayers to Paula's family!
Elaine Matthiessen
Alberta, Canada
John Eden
October 16, 2007
I met Paula thru Sam Halpin a few years back and have always had fun times with them. She will sourly Missed
Howard Kulkin
October 16, 2007
I met Paula once in Portland with Sam. We played darts at a pub! It's hard to be left behind when someone goes. Please try a remember the gifts that she gave to you all and gather strength from those gifts. Peace be with you.
Dan Sandoval
October 13, 2007
I met Paula 3 years ago through my friend Tim Klasen. Although I only knew her a short time, I felt very close to her through her warm and generous ways. Paula, thank you for giving me the opportunity to see the migrating whales in Maui last year. Fly with the angels my friend!
Mindy Fossum
October 12, 2007
Frank,
You and your family are in my thoughts at this difficult time. May your joyful memories of Paula console you.
Love, Mindy
Kristin Walker
October 12, 2007
Our hearts and prayers are with those who love Paula. She was a real light on this earth. Much love, The Walker Family
Tim Klasen
October 12, 2007
I had met Paula through my friend, Sam, 8 years ago. From the moment I had met her I knew she was a "God Wink" and was brought into my life for a reason. We all have shared special times over the years with Paula and I have been fortuneate enough to have met her husband, Frank, as well as many of her very close friends and family - All of whom have been touched by Paula's own warmth, generosity, and humor. GOD BLESS you, Paula, I will always remember!!
Love,
Ginny and Rick Eck
October 12, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Best Friends -Paula, Tim & Sam - Maui, HI
Sam Halpin
October 11, 2007
Paula, has been my best friend, my sister and my mother all rolled into one since 1979. I can’t begin to tell you the sorrow I feel right now. The one thing that makes me smile is knowing she is sitting there on a cloud with my mother and grandmother laughing about to give me a big thunk on the side of my head for not laughing and sharing all the great times we had.
As they say, time will heal the loss…for now I am remembering the incredible impact Paula has had on my life.
Love, Sam Halpin
Sandy & Bill Gumble
October 11, 2007
Paula was a very special, loyal, caring and loving friend. She will forever be in our hearts and dearly missed.
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