Betty Jean Paulsen

Betty Jean Paulsen, age 83 of Hastings, Mi and formerly Haslett, MI, passed away peacefully after a long illness on March 12, 2009 with her family by her side at Thornapple Manor. She was born May 18, 1925 in Flint, Mi.\r

She was preceded in death by a sister, Alice Holt, and a grandson D. Wayne Tolles.\r

Betty is survived by her husband Bill Paulsen of 53 years, her children: Trish Tolles of Juneau, Alaska; Brandi Vetanze and Ed Varney of Denver,CO; Nancy (Mark) Adams of Middleville,MI., her grandchildren Alan (Shirley) Tolles; Tracy Jankoviak; Dana (Greg) Myers , great grandchildren Alec Tolles; William Tolles; Mackenzie and Connor Myers.\r

She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and Disabled Veterans Auxiliary.\r

Betty enjoyed her crossword puzzles and traveling with her husband. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends and her memory will forever live in our hearts. \r

Respecting her wishes cremation has taken place and a private memorial will be held at a later date.\r

Memorial contributions can be made to Thornapple Manor 2700 Nashville Rd. Hastings,MI 49058.\r

Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. You may leave a message or memory to the family at (girrbachfuneralhome.net).