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Paula VanHorn Obituary

VanHorn, Paula L. 1968-2006 Paula Lynn VanHorn, age 38, cherished wife of James E. VanHorn Jr, precious daughter of Paul and Sally Yarberry (nee Winn), beloved sister of Bryan Yarberry, much loved niece of Robert (Cynthia) Winn, Jennifer (Frank) Vlazny, and Roy (Kerry) Winn, and dear cousin of Dan (Sue), Mikki, Sam, Lily, Abby and Eryn. Paula died at St. James Hospital in Olympia Fields, Illinois on Friday, October 27, 2006, following a courageous battle with a leg wound and complications surrounding its treatment. She was born on October 3, 1968, in Chicago, Illinois. She graduated from Hillcrest High School in 1986, and attended the College of DuPage. She was employed as a Graphic Artist for the Sun Times News Group, South Division in Tinley Park, Illinois, which produces the Daily Southtown, The Star and the PennySaver as well as Elite magazine and a variety of other publications. A celebration of Paula's life will be held for relatives and friends at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, November 19, 2006, at Lake Katherine Nature Center and Botanic Gardens, 7402 West Lake Katherine Drive, Palos Heights, IL 60463. In lieu of flowers, contributions in her name to The Hinsdale Humane Society, 22 North Elm Street, Hinsdale, IL 60521, or Project Share, 6901 W. 159th Street, Tinley Park, IL 60477, would be greatly appreciated.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 12, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Paula VanHorn

Sponsored by Sally and Paul Yarberry, Paula's parents, and Jim VanHorn, Paula's husband..

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Rob Jones

December 13, 2006

Jim:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

YITB
Rob Jones

Fay Kiaurakis

November 20, 2006

I love you and Paula so much. No matter what I will always be there for you, jimjim. In fact, like I had told you and Paula when I left the Daily....You'll have to invest in a serious bug killer to get rid of me. I stick like super glue or a really tough tick, which ever you choose. lol

Marsha Peters

November 18, 2006

Paula
and Jim: It's taken me forever to write anything. How can mere words
convey the sadness and shock we all feel. What a test of faith, to
understand and accept that someone so beautiful in every way, so deep,
so caring, so much fun, can be taken from us so soon. I now believe
it's true: some people are just too good for this world. Paula, you
were the best of us. I know we will see each other again one day.
Remember the secret handshake!

Sandra Turek-Shelton

November 18, 2006

I got to know Paula back at the old PennySaver building over 10 years ago. We really had some fun working nights! I remember Paula calling me from another part of the building one night and asking me to come and get this large toad out of the room with her! We laughed so hard! We also had a baby duck run in one night. I was so shocked to hear of her passing. My deepest sympathy to all of her family.

Laura Donohue

November 14, 2006

My heart and prayers go out to Paula's family at this difficult time and may you find comfort in the warm memories of her laughter and giving spirit. May she live on in your hearts eternally.

Jennifer Heemstra

November 14, 2006

Back in the day when I worked with Paula in Tinley Park in the old building and the new building we had alot of good times and I and everyone that every new her will miss her very much. I'm glad I got the chance to meet her she was a great person my sympathy to her family.

Jennifer Vlazny

November 14, 2006

Our family is absolutely devasted by the loss of Paula. She was a wonderful, funny, witty, caring and very giving her person, and there will forever be a huge void in our lives as a result of her loss. My only consolation in her loss is that she is now at peace. I will miss you, Paula, with all my heart.
Aunt Jenny

Rik & Tina Menconi

November 14, 2006

Jim,

Tina and I are deeply sorry for your loss. As I have said many times, if there is anything that we can do for you, please don't hesitate to ask.

You are in our prayers.

Don Moore

November 14, 2006

Jim,

We are very sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.

YITB,

Tom Garfunkel

November 13, 2006

Jim,
May you have wonderful memories forever. My thoughts are with you, as always.

Michael and Lauren Castellon

November 13, 2006

Our deepest and most sincere sympathies go out to you.

Paula was a bright, shining light in our hearts, and she was an invaluable member of the WeeHelpers family. The memory of her kind personality and big, open heart will always comfort us from the pain her absence brings.

Jon Kirk, Jr.

November 13, 2006

Jim,

My deepest sympathy in this moment of loss. My entire family and I send our sincere and deepest condolences to you and your family.

Gina Fletcher

November 12, 2006

Jim,
I only knew Paula through you but my whole heart reaches out to you. My thoughts are with you and her family and I pray that you'll find lasting and loving comfort in the blessing of every cherished memory.

God Bless and if there is ever anything I can do, I am here. May God give you peace and comfort as you face the days ahead.

Your Friend,
Gina Fletcher

Lisa Reiser

November 12, 2006

Paula was a wonderful person in so many ways. Funny, smart, creative and kind are only a few. I am grateful to have known her.

shannon c

November 12, 2006

Deepest sympathy and best wishes to you and your family Jim!
shannon

Steve Blaze

November 12, 2006

My deepest condolences to you and your family. If there is anything you need please don't hesitate to ask.

Joy Morawez

November 12, 2006

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. We will all miss her and my heart is broken by the loss of such a wonderful loving lady. I love you Paula.

Bonnie Richardson

November 12, 2006

I still can't believe it...

My deepest condolences to the VanHorn and Yarberry families. Paula was an absolute gem of a woman and I'm so grateful I knew her.

A Touched Stranger

November 12, 2006

To the family of Paula,

I do not know you nor do you know I, but I wish God's blessings on your family. Paula's picture is beautiful.
God Bless You and Paula

Patrick Ferrell

November 12, 2006

Jim
My familie's Heart goes out to you and Paula's family....I hope you're doing well through all this...We're all just a phone call away...
Pat

Sandy Pickett

November 12, 2006

Paula,

You will be so missed by so many, I am sure, including myself. God has taken you for a reason yet we are not sure why. Sitting beside you for the time that we did at the Southtown building in Tinley Park was an experience to say the least. I hope to see you again one day.

God Bless,

Sandy Pickett
New Lenox, IL

Jim VanHorn

November 11, 2006

I just want to thank everyone so much for all their support during such a rough time for myself and our family. I have added a color photo of Paula in the "Photo Album" portion of this guest book for everyone to enjoy.

This was always one of my favorite photos of Paula. I wanted everyone to be able to remember her happy laugh and smile. It was the absolute best. -Jim

November 11, 2006

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