Paula Jean Ollinger, a loving mother, devoted grandmother, and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on April 12, 2025, at the age of 70, due to congestive heart failure.

Paula was the beloved daughter of Theron (Tuff) and Frances Callaway, who preceded her in death, along with her loving husband, Robert Ollinger, her sisters Ruth Callaway and Sandra Martin, her brother Daniel Callaway, her brother-in-law Richard Ollinger, her son Lawrence Ollinger, and her beloved grandson Christian Ollinger.

Paula is survived by her three cherished sons, Steven (Kristie) Ollinger, Michael (Jeannie) Ollinger, and Peter (Becky) Ollinger, along with her daughter, Kristen (Zach) Ollinger and daughter-in-law Michelle Ollinger. She is also survived by her brothers, Dennis (Grace) Callaway and Alan Callaway. Paula's legacy lives on in her grandchildren: Daniel (Laura), Kaitlyn (Kazuri), Megan, Rylee, Leah, Carmyn, Addison, Carinn, Spencer, William, Paityn, and Aubrey, as well as her great-grandson, Braxton. Her beloved dog, Bear, was a faithful companion who brought her joy in her later years.

A celebration of life will be held in Paula's honor on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at 1:00 PM, at Heart Of The North Brewing Co. in Ladysmith, WI. Everyone who knew Paula is invited to share in celebrating her remarkable life and the love she so freely gave.

A complete obituary will be published in the Ladysmith News.