James Frederick Paulson

James Frederick Paulson, 71, of Skippers, passed away Monday, November 28, 2022. Jim served in the Army and was stationed in Korea on the DMZ zone. After an honorable discharge, he immediately began working at the VA counseling other veterans. He found his calling working with veterans and their families at the McGuire VA hospital and did so until his retirement. Later in his career he was blessed to learn how much He had indeed helped people as they would approach his wife and tell her how Jim had saved their life. Jim is survived by his wife, Linda Paulson; children, Quentin, Tyler and Austin Paulson and Kristina & Brad Owens; grandchildren, Noah and Justin Paulson, Sebastian and Brogan Owens and Ellie and Declan Owens; sister, Karen Hagen and two devoted friends that helped out whenever needed and were as close as brothers, Edward Miles and Ernest Bevier. At his request, there will be no service. The family will have a small gathering at a later date.