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Ronald W. Pauley

May 28, 1938 - January 13, 2023

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Obituary For Ronald W. Pauley

VERONA – Ronald W. Pauley, age 84, passed away on January 13, 2023. He was born on May 28, 1938 in Madison, WI to parents, Roy and Gwendolyn (Wallace) Pauley. Ronald “Ron” was a 1956 graduate of Mazomanie High School. On July 11, 1964, he was united in marriage with Anna Mary Jones in Janesville, WI. During Ron’s career, he first worked for WARF doing pesticide research. He later went on to work in food service for over 20 years, working at Monona Drive Nursing Home, Middleton Lodge, and New Glarus Nursing Home, retiring as Food Service Supervisor. He was a faithful member of Salem United Church of Christ in Verona and a past board member of the Verona Senior Center. He enjoyed cooking, baking, working in the yard and vegetable garden, and tending to his numerous houseplants. Ron is survived by his wife of over 58 years, Anna Pauley; children, Scott Pauley and Liz (T.J.) Vosberg; grandson, Aidan Vosberg; brother, George (Monica Walker) Pauley; sister, Leota (Jerry) Wallendal; special family member who was like a sister, Carol Everson; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Roy “Gene” Pauley and Donald Pauley; sister, Thelma Niederklopfer. The family would like to thank Agrace Hospice for their compassionate care. Memorials may be made to Agrace HospiceCare. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, January 21, 2023 at Salem United Church of Christ, 501 Mark Dr., Verona. A visitation will take place one hour prior to the service, from 10:00-11:00 a.m. at the church. Interment will follow at Verona City Cemetery. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com.

Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services Verona Chapel 220 Enterprise Drive 608-845-6625

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21 Jan

Visitation

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Salem United Church of Christ 501 Mark Drive Verona, WI 53593 Get Directions »
21 Jan

Funeral Service

11:00 AM

Salem United Church of Christ 501 Mark Drive Verona, WI 53593 Get Directions »
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  • January 18, 2023

    Dear Ann and family, We're sorry to read about your loss of Ron. The class of '56 reunions meant so much to reconnect and get to know the spouses. And we are happy to have met you at those events. Ron was a smart and interesting gentleman. We always enjoyed his input and perspectives. God bless and comfort you. Gloria & Phil (a classmate) Hodgson

  • January 17, 2023

    I had the pleasure of meeting Ron at Noel Manor. I always enjoyed talking with him and seeing him and Anna for breakfast in the mornings. He will be missed, my thoughts and prayers go out to you Anna and to your family. Love, Michelle

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