Paula was born in Dayton, OH on December 23rd 1955. The youngest of 3 ---( 9 if you count Step Brothers and Step Sisters) ---Paula learned at an early age about unconditional love and giving as her Mother Hazel and Father John were heavily involved within the local Church Community.Growing up with her older sisters and best friends, Jonda and Karen, Paula was a fun loving and bright child always eager to learn and explore. At the young age of 15, Paula met her future husband, Gary, and knew very quickly that he was the one. In September of 1974 they were married. Their marriage produced 3 boys, Bryan, Justin, and Stephen. All 3 boys have grown up to be Awesome! Paula loved interacting with her children and all of their friends and was always willing to help with any troubles or good times that ensued. In August of 2007, Paula was diagnosed with an aggressive form of Peripheral Nerve Cancer. Over the course of the next few months, she battled bravely and courageously, but lost her battle to cancer in December of 2007.

She is sorely missed.