Mr. Gary Paulus of Fredonia passed away Friday evening, November 12th, 2021, following surgical complications. He was 70 years old. Gary was born October 20th, 1951 to Peter and Clara Kultgen Paulus. He grew up on the family farm in the Town of Belgium and attended Ozaukee High School, graduating Class of '69. He furthered his education with courses in computer programming at Stratton College. Gary was united in marriage to Teresa Leitheiser in 1972. The couple was blessed with two children, Jennifer and Michael. On September 7, 1996, Gary married Marie Knepprath at Immaculate Conception Church in Saukville. They settled in Fredonia and raised their three children, Kathryn, Emily, and Philip. Mr. Paulus had recently retired from Schmitz Ready Mix, where he had been employed for 15 years as a driver. Previously, he had worked as a welder at Gilson Company, a welder at Construction Forms, a masonry worker for Paulus Construction, and a dairy farm hand at the Paulus Farm. Even throughout his fulltime job, he always found time to help out on the family farm, take on side jobs in mason work or house remodeling, and maintenance for his dear friend Elliot Groth. Gary was involved in the Wisconsin Jaycees, Wisconsin JCI Senate (where he served as Senate President from 1995-1996), Waubeka 4-H club where he served as a woodworking resource leader for 5 years and helped with construction of The Haunt every year. Gary was a "Jack of all trades," but his passion was woodworking. He was very detail-oriented and his outstanding woodworking skills stand as his legacy. He also enjoyed reading, doing puzzles, playing card games with his family and friends, going on camping trips, and traveling with his family. Gary also enjoyed baseball, basketball, and bowling; he played with the bowling leagues in the area for many years. Gary was a loving father and friend, and was very loyal to his family. He was always there to lend a helping hand to anyone that asked for help. Survivors include his wife Marie of Fredonia, children Jennifer (Tim) McBride of Port Washington, Michael (Stephanie) Paulus of Sheboygan, Kathryn Paulus of Oshkosh, Emily Paulus of Minneapolis, and Philip Paulus of Fredonia, and grandchildren Kendra McBride, Mikayla McBride, and Evelyn Paulus. He is also survived by eight brothers and sister: Pauline (the late Henry) Franzen, Peter (the late Carol), Raymond (Sheila), Daniel (Jane), Steve (Karen), Tim (Barbara), Wayne (Barbara), and Perry, numerous nieces and nephews, other family and many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother Alois Paulus. A Liturgy of the Word Service will be held 6pm on Friday, November 19th at Divine Savior - Holy Cross Chapel, 5330 County Hwy B, in the Town of Belgium. Father Gideon Buya will preside. Gary will be laid to rest the following day at Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive visitors at the Church on Friday from 3-5:45pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested; Ozaukee County 4-H Foundation and Wisconsin JCI Senate Foundation. The Eernisse Funeral Home in Port Washington is assisting the family with arrangements; online condolence may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com .