Donald Paulsen Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Donald Paulsen of Redfield, South Dakota, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Donald left this world on January 19, 2025 at the age of 86, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Donald Paulsen or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Lewis Paulsen and Katherine Paulsen (Hegge); his wife Shirley; his siblings, Robert and Myrna; his parents-in-law, Helen Muilenburg and John Muilenburg; his sister-in-law Margaret Ernster; and his daughter-in-law Tammy Paulsen.
He is survived by: his son Bob Paulsen (Marvelle); his grandchildren, Chris (Kristina), Trista, Denae, Nyakier, Melakye and Octavia; his son Tim Paulsen of Piedmont, SD; his grandchildren, Matt and Cassie; his daughter Darla Van Vleet (Greg); his grandchildren, Mike Van Vleet (Cori) and Emily Rudel (Matt); his great grandchildren, William, Payton, Bella, Jazzlynn, Kasen, Kamryon, Raelle and Everlee; his sister-in-law Beverly Schafer (Lloyd); and his cousin Norman Willard. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
