Richard A. Pauls, Kaukauna, age 72, passed peacefully with his family at his side on Saturday, January 5, 2019 at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center in Appleton. He was born in Appleton on December 30, 1946 to the late Harold and Dorothy (Arnoldussen) Pauls. Richard married Karen Friebel on January 20, 1967 at Holy Cross Parish in Kaukauna. He worked for Outagamie County as a tax lister for 35 years until his retirement. Richard then worked part time as a shuttle driver for Kolosso Toyota. He was an avid outdoorsman that loved hunting and spending time at the deer camp, fishing with his Brother Mike and going for walks. Richard also enjoyed cutting wood with his Son Steve, golfing and playing cards with his buddies. He was a great cook and enjoyed sharing the meals he prepared with, family and friends.

Richard is survived by his wife of 51 years, Karen; children: Steven (Michele) Pauls and Sara (Andy) Van Wychen; grandchildren: Rachel, Megan, Emma, Leah, Ashlyn and Emily; siblings: Kathy Sigl and Michael (Laurie) Pauls; mother-in-law: Charlotte Friebel; and brothers-in-law: David (Judy) and Jim (Sue) Friebel. He is further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Clarence Friebel.

Visitation will be held Thursday, January 10, 2019 at O'CONNELL FUNERAL HOME (1776 E. Main St. Little Chute) from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. with a short service to follow. In lieu of flowers, a memorial is being established.