Paula Jean Birge

Paula Jean Birge, of Beech Grove, Indiana died on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. Paula was a member of Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church in Beech Grove. She was born October 24, 1951 in Richmond, Indiana to Harvey Lamar and Genevieve Alice Launer. Paula married John E. Birge, May 6, 1972 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, Indianapolis, Indiana. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and sister, Sandra Kay Tutrow. She is survived by her daughter, Julie Anne (Gregory) Beeson; son, Vincent Lamar Birge (Amber); sisters, Cynthia Launer (Kathy), Deborah Launer, and her twin sister, Pamela Launer (Rick); ten grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Paula worked in the dental field for over 40 years. After retirement she enjoyed her part-time work as a fitness instructor and greenhouse worker. Over the years Paula loved to host family and friends for cookouts, holidays and birthdays. She was an excellent cook and host. John and Paula had a loving marriage of almost 46 years and were always together. She loved tending to her flowers and plants around her home. She was also an avid quilt maker, and made quilts for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, which are very treasured. She loved to spend time with her friend, Dotty Bonadies making quilts and talking. Paula loved a good cup of coffee and a good conversation. Paula had a devout faith that nurtured and sustained her throughout her life. Paula and John loved to travel around Indiana to Shipshewana, Metamora, and the Covered Bridge Festival. She was known to spend days making pumpkin rolls and buckeyes to hand deliver to her family, friends, and former co-workers during the Christmas season. Paula truly treasured her children and grandchildren, and they will always have loving and cherished memories of her. All who knew Paula have been touched by her love and kindness. Visitation will be Monday, July 8, 2024 from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Thompson Road Chapel, 3333 East Thompson Road. A Mass of Christian Burial at Holy Name Catholic Church will be announced at a later date.

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Paula Jean Birge

October 24, 1951 - June 25, 2024