Christina Pauley
November 07, 2008
Christina Marie Blubaugh Pauley, formerly of Melcher, passed peacefully to heaven surrounded by her family on November 7, 2008 at the age of 54 at Iowa Methodist Medical Center. A celebration of Chris’ life will take place at 10:30 a.m. Monday, November 10, 2008 at Berean Assembly of God, 5225 E. Maple Dr. in Pleasant Hill, with burial at 2:00 p.m. at Greenwood Cemetery in Knoxville. Visitation will be 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Sunday, November 9, 2008 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon St. in Des Moines.
Chris was born November 21, 1954 in Iowa City to Rev. Jack and Dorothie Blubaugh. She was married to Dennis Pauley on November 3, 1988. Many wonderful memories were shared together. She was a devoted Christian, and had a strong faith and love for the Lord. She was a member of Berean Assembly of God. Chris and Dennis enjoyed camping, fishing, and spending time with their two dogs, Scottie and Oliver. She was very dedicated to her family and friends. She had a big heart and would sacrifice all for those she loved.
Chris worked at the American Cancer Society. She truly loved her job and all of her co-workers. Chris was a genuine friend to all. She did everything possible to be a blessing to others. Chris considered her friends at The American Cancer Society as family. She had a special way of making those around happy.
Chris will be missed by her family: husband Dennis; his parents Louise and Don Stromberg; her mother, Dorothie and Keith Stull; her brothers, David, Danny and Terry Blubaugh; her sister Lisa (C.J.) Anderson; her dogs, Scottie and Oliver; and several nieces, nephews and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Rev. Jack Blubaugh.
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Patti (Dhabalt) Hawxby
11/12/2008
To Chris' Family..
I went to school with Chris and unfortunately lost track of her and didn't get to meet all of you. We had some fun times and ate lots of fried bread that my grandma made for us after school quite often. Debbie Hickman, Chris and myself ate plenty and she laugh so often. These were the good times in Melcher-Dallas when she lived there. It sounds like she continued to be a wonderful person with a smile on her face. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I'll cherish my memories forever.
Laura Wyatt
11/08/2008
With heartfelt sympathy. There is no way to lessen the sorrow of losing someone so very precious. Please remember that others care and wish you strength and comfort at this sad time. She will be missed more than words can express.
Mike & Laura Wyatt
Jefferson, IA
Deb & Randy Cameron
11/08/2008
Chris was a very special person. She always had a kind, uplifting word. I worked with her in our women's ministry at Berean and have many have fond memories of her. Chris did her share and would do someone else if needed. I still remember the 40th birthday party she through for herself. What a great celebration that day. She will be missed by all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with Dennis and her family.
CJ AND LISA
11/09/2008
DEAR DENNIS SCOTTY & OLIVER,
WE ARE SO SORRY!!!!!!!! WE KNOW THERE IS NO MORE WE CAN SAY TO HELP YOU FROM HURTING. MOST OF ALL WE WANT YOU TO KNOW HOW MUCH WE LOVE THE 3 OF YOU AND HOW MUCH YOU MEAN TO US. YOU WILL ALWAYS BE PART OF US SO DONT EVER FORGET IT!!
WE KNOW HOW MUCH YOU LOVED YOUR MAMMA DOG:))
LOVE YA!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Pat Witzke
11/07/2008
My heart goes out to you Dennis and the entire family. I lost a very dear friend today and will miss her in so many ways.
Chris touched the lives of an unbelievable amount of people and I feel so fortunate to be one of them.
You will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers.