Paul Ross VanEpps

Paul Ross VanEpps age 87 went to be with his Heavenly Father on Thursday February 11, 2021. He died Peacefully at his home in East Lansing, Michigan. Paul was born in Lansing, Michigan, on October 15, 1933. Paul is survived by his wife Carolene VanEpps. They were Married May 22, 1993. Paul was proud to serve in the Navy during the Korean War. Paul helped with the building of the Mackinac Bridge. Paul worked at and Retired from the Lansing School District as Head Grounds Keeper. After Paul retired he started his owe Lawn Mowing Service, which he did for many years.

Paul was preceded in death by his parents. His beautiful life will forever be cherished in the lives of his children. Paul has 8 children, 3 sons; Rick (Joan) VanSickle of Tawas City, Michigan, Jeff (Stacey) VanEpps of Lansing, Michigan, Brian VanEpps of Lansing, Michigan. 5 daughters; Cindy (Charlie) Pakkala of Lansing, Michigan, Tamara (Sebastien) Guay of East Lansing, Michigan, Lisa (Steve) McDonald of Mason, Michigan, Kimberly (Robert) Armitage of Howell, Michigan, and Jamie (James)McQueen of Lawrence, Michigan. Paul was also blessed with 23 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren.

Paul loved to camp, fish, and spend time outdoors. He would enjoy spending time constructing and fixing things around the house. He liked meeting new people, making people laugh, and helping people in small and unexpected ways. He enjoyed sitting back in his den and watching an old movie or two.

Paul will be cremated and No services will be held.

Paul will be missed by his Loves ones and Friends.

Everyone who remembers him is asked to celebrate Paul’s life in their own way. Instead of flowers, Paul would of hoped that you will do an unexpected act of Kindness for someone in his name.