Paula Jean Haller, age 77, of Columbus Ohio, sadly left us on February 6 ^th , 2023, following her recent diagnosis of liver and pancreatic cancer. She is survived by her children Tracie (Ken) Ford, adopted daughter Angela Kirtos, and son Brian Haller. She was an amazing grandmother to Glenne (Brittaney) Ford, Camille Ford, Makenna Murrill and great grandmother to AJ Ford and Axel Ford. Paula is also remembered by her brothers and sisters Margaret (Lacey) Moore, Paul W (Charlotte) Michael, Donnie (Candy) Michael, Rita (Curtis) Howell, Valerie (John) McCarty, Rodney (Brenda) Michael, Virgil (Melinda) Michael, and Teresa (David) York.

Some remember her as the funny lunch lady at Beechwood Elementary, but to her family she was much more. She was the witty, intelligent, and kindest soul who always went out of her way to make sure her family was cared for even after passing. Paula's caring and nurturing spirit can be remembered in her favorite flowers (mums), favorite color (pink) and by the goofy Tigger you see in Disney movies.

To honor Paula's memory, we are holding an open casket viewing on Friday February 10 ^th at Evans Funeral home at 4171 E. Livingston Avenue from 4pm-7pm. We invite anyone who knew her to attend and remember Paula's golden spirit. We ask attendees to dress casually and wear pink in remembrance of her favorite color. Saturday February 11 ^th we invite close family and friends to the burial at Forest Lawn at 11:30am 5600 East Broad Street Columbus, OH. To follow the burial a celebration of life will be held at the VFW at 4100 E Main Street with refreshments and beverages.

To leave you with words from her favorite artist Elvis Presley

"When she is far away, You'll think of her each day, And you know she'll wait for you, That's someone you never forget" until we meet again, we love you dearly Paula.

December 18 ^th , 1945- February 6 ^th 2023.