Paula Rose Mahaney
Paula Rose Mahaney, 73 of Tipton passed away on Tuesday, January 10, 2023 at Ascension – St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born on September 15, 1949 in Bedford to Leo & Lillian “Tweed” McCann. Paula married Dennis Wayne Mahaney on July 15, 1972; he preceded her in death on January 16, 2008.
Paula retired from her production job at Delco Electronics in Kokomo in 2000. She was a devoted family mother. She looked forward to “Tuesday night dinners” with her grandchildren and spending time with them as she followed their activities and interests. Many special memories were made each week. She was an avid fan of the Hallmark Lifetime television channel. She was a former member of Heartland Church.
Paula loved everyone!!! But most importantly, Paula was a loving and selfless wife and mother to her family. Her positive, generous and affectionate presence was a constant confirmation of her kindness, love and true faith. She was the sweetest person-always and was one of the most kind and thoughtful people the world has ever known. Paula was loved by all who knew her, and she will be greatly missed… especially her lovable sense of humor.
Survivors include her children, Joseph Patrick Mahaney and wife Robin (Smith) Mahaney, Tipton, Sam Clabough and wife Lora (Rinker) Clabough, Columbus, Indiana, and Amy Jo (Mahaney) Meyer and husband Richard N. Meyer, Tipton. Siblings are Megan, Frank, and John McCann. Paula is also survived by 16 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
In addition to her husband, Dennis, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Andrea Rose Mahaney, three sisters, and a brother.
Funeral services will be at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 13 at Young-Nichols Funeral Home with Rev. Jerry Markins presiding. Visitation will also be on Friday from 11:00 a.m. until service time. Burial will follow at St. John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery in Tipton.
Memorial donations may be made to: Rock Prairie Baptist Church, 421 Ash Street, Tipton, Indiana 46072
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To Paula’s family, my true condolences and prayers. Paula was such a sweet lady.
Paula was such a sweet genuine person. This saddens me except I know she is rejoicing with the Lord and Dennis.
To all the family, my sincere condolences, sympathy and prayers. Paula was such a giving gal, always ready to help anyone she could. I hope your memories of her will bring you consolation.
To Paula’s family. Thoughts and prayers. Paula was a great neighbor of mine for many years. Always a pleasure to talk to her. She was always sweet and kind.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. She was a Beautiful person inside and out. R.I.P Paula!!
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Paula. She was a wonderful, caring neighbor who will be greatly missed by us all. Our sincerest condolences go out to all her family and friends as we remember this amazing woman, one of the best neighbors anyone could ask for. May she rest in peace.
I was so saddened to hear of Paula’s passing. She was a devoted wife to Dennis. A beautiful womeb a sweet personality. I know she is in heaven giving Glory to God.
My condolences to Paula’s family. I haven’t seen Paula since the 70’s but remember her fondly.
Her obituary sums up how I remember her.
She was the sweetest!!
Joe, Robin and Family, Sending you Much Love & Many Prayers
Paula was a beautiful gal… she made everyone feel loved. So happy I knew her and so sorry she’s not here. Prayers for her and family…