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Paula Regina Gaines, 60,of Opelika AL passed away Sunday morning February 11th 2023 in the comfort of her home while surrounded by her loving family.
Paula was born September 23, 1963 in Fayetteville NC , the daughter of Bobby Frander and the late Kathy Frander. Paula’s family moved to Alabama in 1978 where she met the love of her life and they created a family together. She worked along side her Dad at New Dimension Homes for more than 25 years. Most recently she worked at Carol Perdue State Farm where she loved her customers and co-workers. Anyone who knew Paula knew her love for The Lord. She never missed an opportunity to share the gospel of Jesus Christ with those she came in contact with. Her greatest joy was spending time with her husband, children, grandchildren, and large loving family. Paula’s presence will forever be felt in the way she passed her love down to us. Her favorite place to be was in the water. Our family’s greatest memories come from our many beach trips and weekends by the pool.
Pat Waldrop says
This makes me so sad. I have worked with Paula over the years and she was always so helpful and kind. We will forever remember Paula Frander Gaines. My love to this entire family!!!
Amy K Smith says
So sorry for your loss. Prayers and condolences for the family during your time of grief.
Greg Kiker says
Paula was one of the best people I know whether in Church , at work , or just a friend of the family she always had that Frander smile no matter what was going on in her life . She will be missed by all !
Holly Jones says
This just breaks my heart. We went to high school together. Such a sweet person. Lifting up the family in prayer. I’m so very sorry for your loss.
Tracy Bruce says
I worked with Paula at Title Credit Finance and we developed a friendship outside of work. She always had a beautiful smile and lit up a room when she walked through, everybody loved her. I’m sorry for your loss. I’m glad I got the chance to know and become friends with such a beautiful soul.
Linda Frander says
Paula was my stepdaughter at one time and I felt closer to her lately than ever. She was a child of GOD I could see her strength.
She and I shared Bible quotes with each other and she was kind to me while I went through sickness. I know she is extremely happy looking into the eyes of JESUS! Praying for Big Dave and kids, Wes, Lisa and Michael, and her dad, Bobby. She was loved so much on earth now it’s just gotten better with our LORD
Bryan Tate says
Give thanks until the Lord; for he is good: because his mercy endureth forever. Psalm 118:1 Ms. Paula was a Blessing to whoever she came in contact with. I’ll be praying for her family because I know that’s the only thing she ever ask for. GOG Bless her sweet soul!
Randi Culberson Vann says
Paula was a classmate and friend ,She is in the loving arms of the lord, praying for all family and friends . Randi Culberson Vann