Dean Paul Paulsen

On 11/20/2025 Dean Paul Paulsen, age 76, of La Vista, joined his Savior Christ the Lord, His wife, family, and friends in heaven.

Dean was born in Blair Nebraska on October 6th, 1949 to Bernard and Norma (Nelson) Paulsen. He attended Blair High School and graduated in 1967. In 1968 Dean joined the Air National Guard where he was honorably discharged in 1974. He then worked for Lincoln Aerospace Center and later Union Pacific Railroad. On December 5th, 1986 Dean was united in marriage with Sharon Howell of La Vista, NE.

Dean became a "Master" wood carver and teacher. He sold many many of his carvings all over the United States. He was also a member of the Mid-West Woodcarver's Assoc. He won numerous awards for his carvings.

Dean is survived by his son James Paulsen of Kansas, stepsons Gary (Kim) Devlin of Papillion and Eric (Jennifer) Devlin of Frisco, TX. Grandchildren Eric (Courtney) Devlin, Joseph (Jessica) Devlin, Sarah Devlin, Garrett Devlin, and Caleb Devlin: along with 6 great grandchildren. His brother Dale (Terry) Paulsen of Blair and sister Deanna Jensen also of Blair.

He is proceeded in death by his wife Sharon F. (Howell) Paulsen. His parents Bernard and Norma Paulsen, brother and sister-in-law Darryl and Sandra Paulsen. Nephew David Paulsen, brother-in-law Curtis Jensen.

Dean was a member of the Masonic Lodge #39 in Papillion, NE. He also volunteered for numerous organizations in La Vista and Omaha. He was involved with the Harrison Street Baptist church and the men's bible study at the church.

"In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Paulsen family, later going to Boy Scout Troop 143 in Blair, NE."