James Leo Paulin Sr., 80, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2020. He was born on June 14, 1939 in Tell City, Indiana to the late Franklin and Clara Paulin. Jim was a proud veteran of the Marine Corps. He enjoyed IU basketball, NASCAR, fishing, gardening and his bourbon. He loved to have fun and tell jokes and his wild sense of humor will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him.
In addition to his parents, Jim is preceded in death by his daughter, Christina Chenoweth; and 2 brothers, Nick and Frank Paulin.
Left to cherish his memory is his beloved wife of 40 years, Patricia Paulin; children, Tracy Nelly, James (Kathy) Paulin, Jr., Cynthia (Joe) Woosley, Joseph (Christina) Paulin; 18 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; siblings, Carolyn, Betty, Janice, Gloria, Dave, Tom and Bob; and a host of nieces, nephews and extended family.
A service to celebrate Jim's life will take place at 3:00 pm on Sunday, March 15, 2020 at Newcomer Southwest Chapel, 10304 Dixie Highway. The family will accept guests for visitation at the funeral home prior to the service from 10:00 am- 3:00 pm.
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