Mary Ellen Pauley, 86, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 6, 2018, in Dunbar, at the home of her daughter, Cathy, who took wonderful care of our Mom.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Ernest Ray Pauley, parents, Bill & Ellen Clendenin Fletcher, great-grandsons, Jaykob Carter and Jonathan Michael Moles, four sisters and two brothers.
She is survived by daughters, Sharon (Mike) Moles, Deborah (Jim) Elzey, Cathy Pauley, Rhonda (Mark) Hunt, son, Steve (Mary) Pauley, sister-in-law, JoAnn Fletcher, 11 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.
Service will be 1:00pm, Wednesday, January 10, 2018 with Pastor Tony Bailey officiating, at Curry Funeral Home, Alum Creek. Family and friends may gather one hour prior to the service. Burial will follow at Graceland Memorial Park, South Charleston.
The family gives a special thank you to Hospice and the CNA Holly Clark, who was like an angel from God.
Deborah and family we are sadden to hear about your loss.
We are sorry to hear about Aunt Mary. She will be missed. The Pauley picnics and get-togethers as a child were fond memories.
Regina Adams
I first met the Pauley family when I was six years old. They had just moved from town to our rural community. Mary always made me to feel welcome. When I was sixteen, Mary fixed me the last cup of coffee I have ever had. I was a shy teenager and had trouble putting my feelings into words, but I hope she understood that I was aware of her kindness, and I appreciated it much more than I could say. Sharon and Steve are nearest to my age. All the kids reflect the love instilled by their parents. I attended church with Ernest. He prayed the most sincerely of anyone I have ever heard, and his prayer was always for his family. Mary had the greatest earthly gift a person can have; children and grandchildren who love her.
I have no words. I will always love you Mary! Tell Mom and Dad Hello for me and please same me some cheese!