Carol A. Paulus

Carol Ann Paulus of the Town of Belgium was born to eternal life on Saturday, May 30, 2020, at the age of 80.  

She was born to Fred and Alice (nee Mellon) Schmidt on Dec. 14, 1939, in Milwaukee.  

She married Peter A. Paulus on Sept. 27, 1958, and together they had six children.  

Carol and her husband raised their children on their family farm in the Town of Belgium. She was an essential part and co-owner of the farm and Paulus Construction.  

She was a fabulous cook and avid reader.  She loved doing puzzles and was an enthusiastic sports fan. She enjoyed game shows, especially “Jeopardy” and “Wheel of Fortune.”  

Carol never forgot a birthday or anniversary, and her handwritten notes will be treasured forever. She had a kind and thoughtful soul and will be missed by all who knew her.

Carol is survived by her loving husband Peter; her children Wendy (Rob) Wetor, Peter N. (Arlene) Paulus, Tammy (Sam) Bentzen, Paul (Terri) Paulus, Matt (Lee) Paulus and Luke (special friend Leah) Paulus; grandchildren Andrew, Tom, Alissa, Peter J., Max, Brooke, Nicole, Kristen, Scott, Seth, Noah, Peter L. and Alexis; great-granddaughter Arya; brothers Phillip (Patricia) Schmidt and Mark Schmidt; and brother-in-law Brad Mielke.  

She is further survived by numerous relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents and sister Nancy Mielke.

A private family service will be held in June.  Carol will be laid to rest at St. Nicholas Catholic Cemetery in Dacada, Wis.

Eernisse Funeral Home of Port Washington is assisting the family with arrangements.  

Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com.