FRANK (FRANZ) PAULS

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FRANK (FRANZ) PAULS On the evening of May 20, 2003, Frank Pauls passed away at the age of 81 years, in the Health Sciences Centre, after a battle with cancer. His grandson Jerid was present, along with Wendy (Grad Nurse - BN, "Little Rascal"). Frank Pauls was born December 13, 1921 in Chinook, Montana. He was tenth in a family of 12. The family came to Canada from the United States in 1922. The 1930s were difficult years - work was for room and board at age 13. Frank married Verna on November 11, 1944. Their first home was on Stradbrook Street. In the spring of 1945, he worked for Elwood Downie of Wawanesa. October 1945 found them in Winnipeg on Maryland and then in a home on Elgin Avenue. The next few years were spent seasonally employed with Reimer Construction. In 1953, Frank and Verna moved to Shilo, MB, where Elwood Downie owned a ranch. In 1955 they moved to Winnipeg, living on Montrose (Larsen) and from 1956 Dad worked for the Winnipeg School Board, until retirement in 1986. Dads hobbies were playing cards and gardening. He loved seeing the growth of his garden. He is survived by his wife Verna; their children, Bryan (Marge, son Troy), Sharon (Mohammad, son Jerid and daughter Tamara), Gloria (Allan, son Cory and daughter Alanna), Clifford (Diane, son Christopher) and Cindy (Ed, daughter Kim and Krystine). Also his sister Anna Pries and brothers, Albert, Danny, Corny, George, Peter and their families. Friends and relatives may pay last respects on Tuesday, May 27 between 1:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. at the Army, Navy and Airforce Veterans, 279 Garry St. Despite the hardships in life, Dad remained a caring, selfless, generous person. We express sincere appreciation to all the fine staff at the Health Sciences Centre on D3. During his stay, he was kept comfortable and cared for fully. Thank you also to Dr. Saadia whose direct approach was best for all.

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on May 22, 2003