Paulina Grace McLane

1925 - 2017

Paulina Grace McLane obituary, 1925-2017, Flint, MI

BORN

1925

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Brown Funeral Home-Grand Blanc Chapel

1480 East Hill Road

Grand Blanc, Michigan

Paulina McLane Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 16, 2017.

Paulina G. McLane age 91, went to be with her Lord on March 9, 2017. She was born in San Jose, California to Merrill and Mabel Howard on June 14, 1925. She had two siblings – Helen (Vogel) and Donald Howard. The family moved to Kansas and later to Omaha, Nebraska where she graduated from high school. She met and married Bernard L. Gill on July 7, 1944. The newlyweds moved to Plymouth, MI where daughters Jeanette and Ellen were born. The family then moved to Chicago Heights, IL in 1950 so that Bernard could study for the ministry. Their first pastorate brought them to Tecumseh, MI where they started a Nazarene church. In 1957 the family moved to pastor the West Flint Church of the Nazarene. Daughter Annette was added to the family there. In 1965 while Bernard pastored South Flint Church of the Nazarene, the couple adopted brothers, Jeff and David. During all of the pastorates, Paulina worked in various clerical positions, as well as performing all the duties of a pastor's wife. In 1968 the couple started a non-denominational church – Colonial Village Church. After Bernard's death in 1974, Paulina began working as a caseworker for the Department of Social Services for the State of Michigan. She retired after 15 years of service there. She married Glen McLane on June 3, 1978, adding two grown daughters to her family – Mary Ellen and Glenna. The couple was involved in various ministries for 30 years in the life of Central Church of the Nazarene. Besides being preceded in death by her parents, siblings and husbands, she was also preceded by daughter Annette (Ken) Schwind. Paulina is survived by daughters, Jeanette (Jim) Pettitt and Ellen (Sheldon) Weinstock; sons, Jeff (Meg) Gill and David (Debra) Gill; step-daughters, Mary Ellen (Ron) Loafman and Glenna (Russ) Perry. With her extended family, Paulina is survived by 24 grandchildren and 41 great-grandchildren. A celebration of life will be held March 25, 2017 at College Church of the Nazarene in Olathe, KS. Visitation is at 1:00 pm with the service at 2:00 pm. The funeral service will be held on April 1, 2017 at Brown Funeral Home in Grand Blanc, MI. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm with the service at 2:00 pm. She will be laid to rest at Crestwood Cemetery immediately following. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the ministerial scholarships at MidAmerica Nazarene University or the American Red Cross in honor of her 25 years of volunteer service.


Condolences may be left on-line at www.brownfh.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Paulina McLane

Sponsored by Brown Funeral Home-Grand Blanc Chapel.

What is your first memory of Paulina?

Share a favorite memory you have of Paulina.

Tell us about a special moment you shared with Paulina.

Describe a time when Paulina made you laugh or smile.

What is something you will always remember about Paulina?

Talk about a shared experience you had with Paulina.

What is something you did together that you enjoyed?

Describe a place or activity that reminds you of Paulina.

Tell us about a personal story or anecdote involving Paulina.

What is something you learned from Paulina?

Not sure what to say?

3 Entries

March 20, 2017

I have very fond memories of your mother. She was a good friend of my parents, John and Marcie Sweetin. They often talked of the wonderful friendship they shared. I am so very sorry to hear of her passing and your loss.
Jill (Sweetin) Cooper

March 19, 2017

I am so sorry Ellen to hear the sad news about your mother. I loved seeing and visiting with her at the mall. She always stopped to see if I was working.she is at peace now and with your dad and sister. Debbie atwell

March 17, 2017

Joyce Clowser

I so enjoyed being around Paulina and her family. Paulina was so sweet and kind. She made a difference in so many lives. God be with all of you.

Showing 1 - 3 of 3 results

Make a Donation
in Paulina McLane's name

Memorial Events
for Paulina McLane

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Brown Funeral Home-Grand Blanc Chapel

1480 East Hill Road, Grand Blanc, MI 48439

How to support Paulina's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Paulina McLane's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more