Paula Louise Harper

Paula Louise Harper, age 80, passed away at Marion General Hospital September 19, 2024. Paula was born to the late Paul and Rite (Watzek) Stein February 10, 1944. Paula married Joseph Harper, June 2, 1961. Paula is preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Phyllis Stein, Billy Stein, and Johnny Stein; children, Joseph Allen Harper, Robert David Harper, and Adam Harper.

Paula is survived by husband, Joseph Harper; daughter, Kristinna (Berlin) Stephens; grandchildren, Josephine “Missy” Harper, Crystal Dawn Harper, Adam Acord, Rochelle McCollum, Joseph “Buddy” harper, Kevin Stephens, Seth Acord, and Savannah Stephens; as well as several nieces, nephews, and great-grandchildren.

Paula and Joseph had done many activities in their younger years, such as attending flea markets, taking small road trip vacations out of state with their family, even just small car rides to get out of the house together, and fishing trips. Around the house, she kept a garden for vegetables and always had marigolds around the house. She kept busy with word searches and loved visiting with her family.

There will be no services at this time. Memorials may be made to St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital or ASPCA. Moments of remembrance may be left online at www.cremationservicesofohio.com.