Mr. Paulson graduated from Milwaukie High School and earned a degree from Lewis and Clark College. He served honorably for 23 years as a pilot in the Unites States Air Force, retiring as a Major. He then worked for the North Clackamas School District as a Bus Driver Trainer.
He was married 61 years to the love of his life, Joanne (Burt) Paulson.
Donald will be remembered by his wife, their children, Carla, Marci, Melanie, Brad, and Bryan;
grandchildren Erika, Bonnie, Caleb, Colby, Trevin, Anthony, and Gunnar;
great-granddaughter Ellie;
and by a brother, Ron Paulson.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Donald's name may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 1650 NW Naito Parkway, Suite 190, Portland, OR 97209 or online at http://www.alz.org/oregon