John M Paulsen

He was born June 11, 1934 in Clare to Paul C. and Lillian (Johnson) Paulsen.

John was the founder of Paulsen Appliance in downtown Sycamore which remains in his family. He was past president of the Sycamore Rotary Club. John was active in the Sycamore Chamber of Commerce. In his spare time John enjoyed golfing and spending time with family.

John is survived by his children, John Kevin (Chuck Joe) Paulsen of Las Vegas, NV, Lonnie (Kevin) Brint of Sycamore, Donald (Jean) Paulsen of Sycamore, Jaelyn Paulsen, Daniel (Tracy) Paulsen of Queen Creek, AZ; his grandchildren, Jodi (Kevin) McCall, Carol (Brad) Slutz, Adam Paulsen, Amber (Craig) Clendening, Cody Paulsen, Tristan Paulsen; his great-grandchildren, Tyler and Zach McCall, Jaedyn and Drake Slutz, and with Baby Clendening on the way; his brother, Jim (Roberta) Paulsen of Genoa, Illinois; several nieces and nephews; and his special friend, Penny Shavit.

He was preceded in death by his son, David Paulsen; his parents; and his siblings, Paul, Adolph and Russell Paulsen, Louise Petty, Margaret Crego, Mary Smith, and Christine Dieterlen.

There will be a celebration of life at a later date when we can all gather safely.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Salem Lutheran Church Food Pantry.

Arrangements entrusted to Marengo-Union Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.marengo-unionfuneralhome.com.