Paula Folkers

Paula Folkers, age 75, of Fancy Prairie, passed away on Wednesday, February 3, 2016 at her residence.

She was born December 11, 1940 in Athens, Illinois, the daughter of Paul and Mary Sawyer Wasilewski.

She married Myron Folkers on June 25, 1971 in Petersburg.

Paula is preceded in death by her husband, Myron and her parents.

She is survived by her daughter, Melissa (Mark) Bigger of St. Joseph, IL; granddaughters, Kate & Emily; two sisters, Judy Bryant of Athens and Susan (Dan) James of McKinney, TX; five nieces, Connie Stahl, Penny Irwin, Kristie Stoneking, Lona (Kerry) Patterson, Tara (George) Shatzer; one nephew, Darrin (Julie) Milner as well as several cousins.

Paula was employed by Athens School District as a custodian and bus driver for 39 years.

She was a member of the James C. Wade Post #129 American Legion Auxiliary in Athens and Greenview.  She was also a member of Athens Christian Church .

Paula served on the Athens Library Board for several years and was a member of Friends of Athens Library.

She enjoyed bowling, golfing, trap shooting, playing games and participating in activities with her close friends, and was an avid St. Louis Cardinals fan. Most of all, she enjoyed watching her grandchildren in their sports as well as attending Athens Warriors sporting events.

Visitation for Paula will be held on Sunday, February 7, 2016 from 2:00 PM until 4:00 PM at Athens Christian Church and where funeral services will be on Monday February 8, 2016 at 10:00 AM.

Burial will be held at Joel Hall Cemetery.

Rev. Ken Gennicks will be officiating.

Memorials can be made to the Athens Public Library or Athens Sports Boosters Club.