Paula Studer-Estermann
October 20, 2015
Paula Studer-Estermann, 49, passed away Tuesday, October 20, 2015 at Unity Point Health Des Moines Methodist. She was born January 11, 1966. Paula was a graduate of Lincoln High School.
Paula is survived by her daughters, Stephanie (Devin) Mefferd and Haylee (Jonathan) Gerhards; sisters, Laurie (Jim) George and Lorna Studer; granddaughters, Nevaeh and Serenity; her beloved dog, Paco; and a host of extended family and friends.
She was preceded in death by her father, Richard Studer and her mother, Carol Studer.
The family will greet friends Saturday, October 24, 2015 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. with the funeral service to follow at 2 p.m.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Paula.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Cheryl Bolden
10/23/2015
I was so sorry to hear of Paula's passing. I always appreciated her words of wisdom as we sought to serve the citizens of Des Moines in our jobs. Paula will be greatly missed.
Shawn Raasch
10/22/2015
My condolences to your family. I worked with Paula at MIFTC. Paula was so caring and kind. Your mother truly made a difference in people's lives.
My prayers are with your family.
Chris Montgomery
10/22/2015
I will miss our talks so much. No more lunches, dinners or movies. I am happy you aren't in pain any longer but I will never stop missing you. My condolences to your family and your dear friend Scott. I guess God needed you more than we did.
Teresa Shaffer (Newell)
10/21/2015
I am so sorry to hear this beautiful soul has passed. We were classmates at LHS. I know your memories of her will help you through this.
Sue Sundal
10/21/2015
I am so very sorry for your loss, may God be with you to help in the healing process once you have grieved!!
Mike Gillespie
10/21/2015
So sorry to hear of Paula passing, we were classmates from 4th grade on, she was a wonderful person who will be missed. Thoughts and prayers are with her family at this tough time.
Darin Wissbaum
10/21/2015
I will miss you old friend. I will never forget the fun summers we had growing up and the time we spent at Adventureland. I knew you were sick and I wanted to reach out to you and I regret I waited too long. Such a kind soul and I will miss you. My thoughts are with the family at this time. May time heal the pain quickly but the good memories remain. RIP Paula
Helga VanDeBoe
10/21/2015
I would like to express my sincere condolences to you and your family. May your memories give you peace and comfort. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Teri Cross
10/21/2015
Words can't fully express how utterly devastated I am to hear of her passing. Paula and I had many great times partying and dancing the night away many moons ago. It was so great to reconnect with her on Facebook as we messaged each other several times in the middle of the night when we both couldn't sleep. We talked and comforted each other until one of us (usually me) fell asleep. She got me through more than one dark night and made me feel like I wasn't alone. RIP my friend. Heaven got another angel.
Laurie Utterson-Cozad
10/20/2015
Paula will truly be missed. She was a kind sole. We reconnected at our class reunion and she was very sincere and comforting when my mom passed soon after the reunion. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Time will heal your heart but your memories will live on forever. Sincerely, Laurie Cozad