Sharon Sue Paulus, 75, of Indianapolis, passed away Thursday, August 16. Born March 28, 1943, she was raised in Lebanon by her parents Edna and Gilbert Walton. After graduating from Lebanon High School, Sharon attended Butler University, where she graduated valedictorian of her class, with magna cum lauded honors, and became a professional classic pianist. For over 60 years, she taught her passion of music with numerous students. On August 17, 1963, she married the love of her life, John Paulus, and had two children. Sharon had a love for animals. She was very proud to have raised and showed many famous, national award-winning cats in the Cat Fancy, where she also participated as a judge.
She is survived by her husband, John, and daughter Lenore Schmutte; her son in law, Dieter Schmutte; her seven grandchildren- Holden Paulus, Kera Hawkins, Marissa Hays, Shanna Schmutte, Hans Paulus, Hannah Bumbalough, and Kayla Paulus; and seven great grandchildren- Johnny, Jordan, Nathaniel, Hagan, Danica, Elaina, and Uriah.
Sharon was preceded in death by her daughter, Lisa Paulus and her parents Edna and Gilbert Walton.
Services will be held 12 pm, Friday, August 24, 2018, at Indiana Funeral Care, 8151 Allisonville Rd. The family will greet friends from 10 am until the time of service. The burial will follow at Methodist Cemetery in Elletsville, Indiana.
Lindsey says
I am so sorry to hear of the death of Sharon. The passing away of a loved one is always with much sorrow. May we have faith and confidence in the Bible’s promise of a time when pain, sickness and death are a thing of the past (Revelation 21:3, 4). My condolences are with the family at this difficult time.
Barbara Crawford says
My mother, Florence Bischoff, was Sharon’s first piano teacher and taught her until she went to Butler. She was an exceptional student and my mother was so proud of her as she could see her wonderful talent. She came to my house every week for her piano lessons. I’m so very sorry for your loss.
Xxxx says
She look like she can scare people